Top beaches in Kos

In our opinion, the stunning sandy beach at Marmari is one of the best on the island. Just 20km from Kos Town this beach has all the amenities you would expect with many of the hotels backing onto the sands offering sunbed hire. There are also ample shower and toilet facilities and plenty of bars and cafes from which to purchase some lunch. The beach is also well renowned for windsurfing and kitesurfing and there are several businesses offering lessons and equipment hire. Surprisingly, despite being popular, the beach is rarely crowded, and you can always find a secluded place amongst the dunes to enjoy a picnic or just soak up the rays.

If you like to discover beaches that are unspoilt and off the beaten track, then you could not do any better than Cavo Paradiso. Located on the Southern tip of Kos this beautiful little bay is only accessible by a steep, narrow dirt track, best negotiated in a 4x4 vehicle. However, the effort is well worth it as this is a tiny bit of paradise virtually unspoilt by tourism. There is a small beach café providing a limited number of sunbeds for hire and some snacks but that is it. So, find your spot on the golden sand, lay out your towel and enjoy one of the few remaining ‘wild’ beaches in the region.

Situated on the southwest coast, Paradise Beach is one of the most popular in Kos, and for good reason, this beach is about fun. Covered in sunbeds and umbrellas, this strip of golden sand is lapped by shallow waters which make it an ideal location for water-based fun. You will not be able to resist the inflatable rides, jet skis, parascending, water-skiing, and other activities available, there is even a large water slide on offer. The beach is also known as Bubble Beach as the water is aerated by volcanic gases, giving a fizzy feel. It should also be noted that this piece of coastline is also affected by cold currents making the sea feel colder than you would expect – great for escaping that summer sun.

Just 11km from Kos Town on the north coast is the popular Tigaki Beach. This 10km stretch of sand is great for families as the surrounding sea is warm, shallow and calm. Just be aware that there is a strip of shale to cross before you can enter the water, so we recommend you take suitable footwear. The beach is well served by amenities with plenty of sun beds available, but it can get a little windy here so putting out that beach towel can become a fun activity. If you plan on visiting Tigaki Beach, you should note that the western end is reserved for nude sunbathing and should be avoided if this makes you feel uncomfortable.

Camel Beach is a small, rocky cove reached by a steep, bumpy road. The route down to the beach is suitable for scooters and other small vehicles, but many choose to walk down as it is often difficult to get motorised transport back up to the top because of the severity of the incline. Whichever way you choose to approach Camel Beach you will be rewarded with stunning views of the nearby, picturesque Kastri Island, and once down you will be able to experience an uncrowded beach served by a quaint taverna, and warm, calm seas ideal for snorkelling.