Skiathos Island
The Skiathos Palace Hotel is built on a hillside, overlooking Maratha beach and the famous Koukounaries beach, one of the most widely known beaches in Europe.
Situated only 10 kms from Skiathos Town and set in a pine forest at the south-west corner of Skiathos island, the hotel's pool and restaurant areas are offering spectacular views that will take your breath away! The wonderful surroundings and the endless blue of the Aegean Sea compose an ideal location for your dream holidays...
A jewel among islands, set in the clear blue sea, within sight of the picturesque mountain Pelion, Skiathos is an enchanting corner of Greece. A masterpiece of nature, full of olive-trees, pines, fennel and thyme, is an attracting pole for all kinds of visitors; mostly for those who can appreciate quality in pleasure, tradition and spirituality. A number of marvelous beaches such as Lalaria with Tripia Petra, a rare beach site with an impressive white rock emerging from the sea, numerous old style monasteries and little white chapels fascinate even the most experienced traveler. The most famous spot of the island is Koukounaries, one of the best beaches in Europe.
Overlooking the Koukounaries beach is a jet–setter hot spot, a wonderful holiday microcosm, the Skiathos Palace hotel. The breathtaking view over Koukounaries along with a high level of professionalism and creative hotel know how, give you a good reason to visit Skiathos Island!
Distances
Skiathos Town: 10 km
Port: 12 km
Airport: 12 km
Koukounaries beach: 250 m
Maratha beach: 150 m
Local bus stop to Skiathos Town: 100 m

Skiathos Town
The ancient Town of the island, today called “Kastro”, was built in 800BC at the north part of the island. Around 1829-1830 the locals decided to build a new town at the south part, more approachable and closer to the sea.

Location
Skiathos is a peaceful green island, located in the north-west part of the Aegean Sea. Along with Skopelos & Alonissos, Skiathos completes the complex of the Sporades Islands.

Beaches
The well-known island of Skiathos, has been awarded with numerous prizes for its crystal clear waters and wide beaches.

History
The origins of life in Skiathos are lost in the misty background of mythology. According to the available historical evidence, the island's first inhabitants were Pelasgians, who were followed by Cretans, Thessalians (in the Mycenaean period) and Chalcidians.


Weather
The weather in Skiathos is Mediterranean, with mild winters of high rainfalls helping to refresh and maintain the lush green landscape throughout the year, and long sunny summers with ideal temperatures, not as hot as in the other Greek Islands.