Hotel Grotta is in Naxos Town, on a hillside overlooking the town and the sea. Naxos Town is the centre of the largest island in the Cyclades: a lively settlement of white houses, narrow lanes and tavernas around the harbour, suited to those who want to explore on foot and enjoy both nightlife and quieter moments.
Naxos Castle stands above the town, 400 m from the hotel, with the Sanoudos Tower and its narrow cobbled lanes. The Archaeological Museum of Naxos and the Catholic Metropolitan Square are inside the castle, while the Old Market is within walking distance. At the end of the pier, 550 m away, stands the Portara, the marble gateway of an unfinished ancient temple of Apollo, where many people go to watch the sunset. The harbour is 850 m away and Naxos Island National Airport is 2.8 km away. Agios Georgios Beach, with its shallow waters, is 1.1 km away.
From May to October, Naxos gets busy and the sea stays warm until September. The meltemi often blows in July and August. By car or scooter, you can reach the island’s mountain villages and the ancient Kouros at Melanes. Out of season, Naxos Town is quiet, making it suited to walks through the castle’s lanes and a stroll around the harbour, with its fishing boats and cafés.