As far as Greek islands go, Mykonos is unavoidable. I mean that in the way that your most glamorous, effervescent friend is unavoidable. She’s undeniably beautiful, she’s the last on the dance floor, she tires you out – but oh, is she fun.
If you’ve already had the pleasure of visiting this vibrant Cycladic gem, you’ll know what I mean. And if you haven’t, then you’ve likely seen the posts on your FYP – lively beach clubs set against the glittering Aegean sea packed with equally glittering clientele. But Mykonos was a hotspot for summering A-listers, artists and aristocracy long before social media was even a concept. Back in the ‘60s, it was the likes of Jackie Kennedy, Brigitte Bardot and Sophia Loren who flocked to the island for its progressive, laidback appeal (which also saw Mykonos become a popular LGBT+ destination, a badge it still wears proudly today). Now, celebrities including Beyoncé, Kim Kardashian and Paris Hilton holiday here – and it’s easy to see why.
Best Mykonos hotels 2024 at a glance:
Here, on this tiny but bewitching island, you’ll find some of the most popular nightclubs in Europe – Cavo Paradiso, Lío, Paradise Beach, Super Paradise – and some of Greece’s most picturesque beaches, including Ornos, Psarou, Agios Stefanos, Elia Beach, and the family-friendly Platis Gialos. Top tip: for the quiet, secluded beaches frequented by locals, hit up Paraga, Kalo Livadi or Mersini.
When you’re done dancing, kick off your shoes and relax in one of the best hotels in Mykonos, according to this hard-to-please travel writer.
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Which part of Mykonos is best to stay in?
Mykonos is a relatively small island – only around 33 square miles – so you’re never far from the action. Many of Mykonos’s best hotels are found clustered in the southwest corner of the island, in and around Ornos Beach, which is around 15 minutes’ taxi ride to Mykonos Town (Chora) and the famous Windmills of Mykonos.