Explore Naxos
Beaches, villages, old paths and wide Aegean light, gathered as a simple guide for days from Kastraki.
A considered route around the island.
Use this guide as a clear shortlist of destinations worth planning into your stay, with each place described for its mood, landscape and best kind of visit.
Wake up to the quiet beauty of Naxos
In a quiet position above the Aegean, ΠSQUARE Villas are set in Kastraki on the south-west coast of Naxos, a peaceful area known for open horizons, sandy beaches and a slower island rhythm.
The villas offer a calm base for days by the sea, sunset walks and easy drives across the island. From here, guests can reach Naxos Town, the port and the airport without losing the privacy and relaxed character of Kastraki.
The location brings together the best parts of Naxos: clear water close by, traditional villages inland, long beaches along the coast and wide Cycladic light from morning to evening.
DISTANCES
ΠSQUARE Villas are located in Kastraki, on the quieter south-west side of Naxos, close to the sea and within easy reach of the island main arrival points. The setting is calm and residential, with straightforward access by car, taxi or local bus from Naxos Town, the port and the airport.
Naxos Island National Airport (JNX): 13 km
Naxos Port: 15 km
Naxos Town (Chora): 15 km
Kastraki Beach: 350 m
Nearest village: 5 km
Bus stop: 10 m
Kastraki
A quiet south-west coast setting with pale sand, open sky and an easy rhythm close to the villas. It is ideal for slow mornings, sunset walks and days when you want the beach to feel almost private.
Mikri Vigla
One of the island most recognisable beach areas, with a sheltered side for swimming and a wind-facing side loved by kite surfers. The landscape feels wide, bright and unmistakably Cycladic.
Plaka
A long stretch of soft sand and dunes with clear water, relaxed beach bars and generous space. Plaka is a classic choice for an unhurried beach day that can easily last until sunset.
Agios Prokopios
A famous Naxos beach with golden sand, calm water and a lively summer atmosphere. It works well for families, easy swims and visitors who want services close at hand.
Agia Anna
A smaller coastal village and beach just beyond Agios Prokopios, known for its warm, easygoing character. It is a pleasant stop for swimming, seafood and a softer evening by the water.
Naxos Town and Portara
The island main town combines the port, the old market lanes, the Venetian castle and the marble Portara. Visit late in the day for golden light, a walk through Chora and dinner near the harbour.
Halki and the Tragea Valley
An inland village route with neoclassical houses, small churches, olive groves and a slower pace. Halki is a lovely base for discovering the fertile heart of Naxos beyond the beaches.
Apeiranthos
A mountain village with marble-paved lanes, traditional houses and sweeping views. It gives a different sense of the island: cooler air, craft details and a strong local identity.
Mount Zas
The highest peak in the Cyclades and a rewarding walk for guests who enjoy nature and views. The route brings together mythology, stone paths and a wide panorama across Naxos.
Amitis
A quieter northern beach shaped by wind and open sea. It is better for scenery and a raw coastal feeling than for a fully serviced beach day.
Parthena
A wind-swept beach near Mikri Vigla with shallow turquoise water and a strong sports character. It is especially appealing when the meltemi winds bring the kite and windsurf scene to life.