Villas in Hydra

With holidu you can find the best villas in Hydra

Off the coast of Greece's Peloponnese Peninsula, just two hours by ferry from Athens and discover one of the most beautiful islands of the Greek archipelago! With centuries of history, ancient monasteries and charming, steep, narrow streets, heritage stone houses clustered against dramatic rocky outcrops and splendid views for miles around, this is a breathtaking place to spend time! A wonderful Mediterranean climate makes this gorgeous Greek Island a top destination for beach lovers and sunseekers, as well as being a top yachting destination! Don't hesitate and rent a villa in Hydra now!

comfortable villas in Hydra, a top Greek Island destination

There are no cars on Hydra Island with everyone used to getting around on foot, on a donkey, by boat and water taxi! The elegant stone mansions and quiet streets create a magical, peaceful atmosphere belonging to an altogether different era. Find a stunning, fully equipped, spacious, upmarket holiday villa in and around Hydra town. Many of these spectacular stone mansion style villas feature a sparkling pool and a terrace with gorgeous elevated views over the Aegean Sea. Browse a wide selection of properties and find a perfect villa in Hydra for 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 or even as many as 12 guests!

With Holidu, we offer you plenty of amenities, so you can have a comfortable stay in your accommodation of choice, we assure you that the villas in Hydra are top-notch.

The accommodations that are available in Hydra come with the following:

• Parking
• Internet
• TV
• Balcony
• Swimming pool

Hydra for nature lovers

Did you rent a villa in Hydra and don't know where to go first? If you want a taste of Hydra's natural beauty, head to Vlychos. Accessible by boat or a scenic hike from Hydra Town, Vlychos boasts a stunning pebble beach surrounded by lush greenery. The area offers a selection of beachside tavernas, making it a perfect spot to unwind and enjoy the crystal-clear waters.

Hydra for hikers

Adventure enthusiasts will relish the opportunity to hike up Mount Eros. Offering panoramic views of Hydra and the surrounding sea, this rewarding trek takes you through olive groves, pine forests, and ancient ruins. The summit rewards you with breathtaking vistas that are perfect for capturing Instagram-worthy moments. And after all this hiking, you will surely be exhausted up. With holidu we offer the best villas in Hydra so you can rest at night!

1. Hydra Historical Archives Museum
2. Visit the monastery of the Prophet Elias
3. Take a day trip to Dokos
4. Enjoy a sightseeing ride with Harriet's Hydra Horses
5. Spend the day at Vlychos Beach
6. Shop at Rafalia's Pharmacy
7. Go scuba diving

1. Hydra Historical Archives Museum

Know that you are surrounded by centuries of history on this lovely Greek island, and what better way to get to know more about Hydra's fascinating past than a trip to the history museum! An elegant, restored, landmark stone mansion on the harbour front houses extensive archives of educational and religious artefacts, Greek Revolution manuscripts as well as a fascinating collection of books, maps and traditional costumes.

2. Visit the monastery of the Prophet Elias

Pack some snacks and plenty of water and head out of the door on a stunning hike to the monastery of Prophet Elias. This two hundred-year-old monastery boasts a rich library of valuable manuscripts and the 500 m altitude gives you an incredible bird's-eye view over the island of Hydra, the incredible turquoise blue Aegean Sea and the rugged Peloponnese coastline. You will pass coniferous woodland and ancient, terraced Olive Groves en route

3. Take a day trip to Dokos

This tiny island that lies between Hydra and the Peloponnese Peninsula and is reached by water taxi from Hydra. Here the landscape is wild, rugged and unspoiled with stunning sunsets and almost no inhabitants! The remains of the oldest shipwreck in the world dating as far back as 2500 BC lie on the seafloor at a depth of 30 m off the coast! The beaches on Dokos are small and secluded, with numerous gorgeous coves perfect for spending the day swimming and sunbathing.

4. Enjoy a sightseeing ride with Harriet's Hydra Horses

Here is your chance for some splendid, peaceful sightseeing on a pony trek excursion! Book a sightseeing trek with a top-rated, local horse tour operator and pick from a selection of guided excursions that will allow you to explore the mountains, monasteries and beaches of this lovely island on horseback! Hop on a fully trained, calm and friendly trekking horse with safety helmet and tack provided. Treks are anything from 30 minutes to 7 or 8 hours depending on your preferences and destination.

5. Spend the day at Vlychos Beach

Fancy spending the day on a pebbled beach with cool crystal waters backed by a couple of sleepy tavernas? Hop on board a water taxi and head to the pretty village of Vlychos just 2 km west of Hydra. This beach offers sparkling, shallow water close to the coastline and has umbrellas for hire, making it a favourite with families. This is a fantastic place to spend the day sun worshipping and swimming. Go on and check our list of accommodations, we have a wide range of villas near the beach in Hydra

6. Shop at Rafalia´s Pharmacy

If you are a fan of gorgeous, whimsical old-fashioned shops, this lovely pharmacy will tick all the boxes. Here you can admire gorgeous cabinetry and counters dating back to 1890. Browse a selection of lovely beauty products such as soaps, colognes and lotions made with care using old, traditional Greek recipes. This is one of the loveliest pharmacies in the world and the products are high quality and beautifully packaged.

7. Go scuba diving

If you love scuba diving, you will love exploring the numerous dive sites around the rocky, clear coastline of Hydra, where underwater caves, reefs and shipwrecks abound. Hydra Diving Centre is your one-stop shop on the island for an incredible opportunity to explore the rich marine life in the waters around Hydra. Here you can take diving lessons, go on supervised night dives as well as ancient wreck dives! Interested? Find a villa near the ocean in Hydra here at Holidu!