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Getting to Castellino Naxos

By ferry or plane, and the short walk from Naxos port to your studio

Castellino Naxos is in Naxos Chora (Naxos Town), on Mandilara Nikiforou Square – less than five minutes’ walk from the port and one minute from the bus station. Most guests arrive by ferry; there are also short flights from Athens. Here’s how to get here, and what to do when you arrive.

By ferry

By ferry

Naxos is one of the best-connected islands in the Cyclades. Ferries run from Piraeus and Rafina, the two ports of Athens, and between Naxos and the neighbouring islands such as Paros, Mykonos, Santorini and Ios. Depending on the boat, the trip from Athens takes roughly 3½ to 6 hours; high-speed boats are quicker but more affected by wind.

Compare timetables and book on Ferryhopper, or directly with operators such as Blue Star Ferries and SeaJets. Always check the latest timetable before you travel – schedules change with the seasons.

Arriving late? No problem – just tell us your ferry and expected arrival time in advance. If no one can meet you, we’ll leave your keys in a lockbox. Send us your ferry details on WhatsApp.

By plane

Naxos Island National Airport (JNX) has short domestic flights from Athens, which connect with international flights at Athens airport. The airport is just south of Chora – about a 10-minute drive. Flights are operated by Sky Express and Aegean / Olympic Air.

The easiest way into town is the local bus: it runs from the airport to the bus station in Naxos Town, just a one-minute walk from Castellino Naxos.

Bus times vary with the season, so check the current timetable on the Naxos public buses (KTEL) website before you travel.

We can arrange an airport transfer on request (at an additional charge); taxis are also available at the airport.

From the port to Castellino Naxos

From the ferry, walk along the waterfront towards the town – Castellino Naxos is less than five minutes on foot, on Mandilara Nikiforou Square. Open the route in Google Maps.

If you arrive before check-in (from 14:00) or leave after check-out (until 11:00), we’re happy to store your luggage.

Getting around Naxos

  • Buses: the island’s bus station is a one-minute walk away, with buses to the beaches (Agios Prokopios, Agia Anna, Plaka and more) and the mountain villages (Chalki, Filoti, Apeiranthos, Koronos).
  • Car hire: several rental companies are within a minute’s walk, and we’re happy to help arrange a car.
  • Parking: there’s a large public car park by Grotta beach, a short walk away (spaces are more limited in peak season).
  • On foot: the Old Town, the Kastro, the Portara and Agios Georgios beach are all within easy walking distance.

Bus timetables change through the year – see the current timetables and routes before heading out.

Questions about your journey?

Send us a message on WhatsApp or email – we’re happy to help with ferries, transfers and car hire. See also our frequently asked questions.

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