Glaronissi Beach is in Plaka, on the southern coast of Naxos, where a long sandy beach stretches for kilometres among dunes, with open views of the Aegean. The area is much quieter than Chora, and its few shops are simple, with tavernas by the sea. The guest house has a private beach and is 10 m from Plaka Beach.
Further north, the same coastline continues past Agia Anna, 1 km from the guest house, and Agios Prokopios, two well-known sandy beaches with tavernas and cafés. To the south, Orkos and Mikri Vigla offer more space and wind, and Mikri Vigla is known for wind sports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing. Naxos Airport is 2.2 km away, while Chora, with its castle and Portara, is 5 km away; ferries leave from its port.
The best time to visit is from May to October, when the sea stays warm until September. In July and August, the meltemi often blows, bringing some relief from the heat but making the waves bigger. In September and October, Plaka is quieter, with warm days and fewer people on the sand. A day here might mean breakfast on the terrace, a swim at Plaka and a bike ride along the coast. If you have a car, you can visit the Temple of Demeter, 7 km away, and the inland villages.