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The beach of Afiartis on the island of Karpathos in Greece |
Afiartis is located in the southeast of the island of Karpathos about one kilometer away from the international airport. There are three bays with a beach in this area, which stretches for about five kilometers. They are the best known surfing locations of the island. In the southernmost bay, the one closest to the airport, there is the least wind. The beach gradually runs into the sea and the bottom is sandy. It is a good place for novice surfers. In the bay to the north there is more wind and this is suitable for the more advanced surfers. The wind is the most in the northerly bay. This bay is called "Vatha" or "Devils Bay" and sometimes European windsurfing competitions are held here. In Afiartis you will find a windsurf school and there are a number of restaurants and a super market. The distance to the capital Pigadia or Karpathos City is about 17 kilometers. At various locations along the coast in the bays of Afiartis different types of accommodations are offered, from hotels and self-catering apartments and studios to private villas. For all hotels, apartments, studios and villas in Afiartis on Karpathos - click here. |
Villa Karpathos Panorama - Afiartis, Karpathos |
This property is 4 minutes walk from the beach. Offering free WiFi, Karpathos Panorama is set on the beachfront in Afiartis. Guests staying at this villa have access to a terrace. Providing access to a patio with sea views, the villa consists of 4 bedrooms. The kitchen features a dishwasher and an oven, as well as coffee machine. The villa offers a terrace. Guests can also relax in the garden or on the shared lounge area. Karpathos is 8 km from Karpathos Panorama, while Olympos is 32 km from the property. The nearest airport is Karpathos Airport, 4 km from the property. Check availabilities and prices & book Villa Karpathos Panorama - click here. |
Hotel Poseidon - Afiartis, Karpathos |
This property is 1 minute walk from the beach. Located right above a secluded beach of Afiarti in Karpathos, whitewashed Hotel Poseidon offers a traditional restaurant in a garden of bougainvilleas. Rooms have furnished patios or balconies overlooking the Aegean Sea. All rooms at the Poseidon are simply decorated with tiled floors and light colours. Each has a radio and a private bathroom with shower. A rich breakfast is served in the garden. The restaurant serves fresh fish, seafood and local dishes. Guests can relax in the lounge bar that serves drinks and coffee and has a satellite TV. A small library, table tennis and darts facilities are available. Free Wi-Fi is available in all public areas. The hotel cooperates with wind surfing schools on the beach and boat tours can also be arranged. Pigadia village is a 20-minute drive away. Free private parking is available nearby the Poseidon. Couples particularly like the location - they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip. This property is also rated for the best value in Afiartis! Guests are getting more for their money when compared to other properties in this city. Check availabilities and prices & book Hotel Poseidon in Afiartis - click here. |