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East Corfu coastline overlooking the Ionian Sea

Dassia

An Established Seaside Resort close to Corfu Town

About Dassia

On this page: At a glance   ·   Beaches   ·   Things to do   ·   Food & drink   ·   Where to stay

Dassia is an established east-coast resort close to Corfu Town, with beach access, hotels, restaurants and watersports. Development is spread along the main road and shoreline rather than around one traditional village square.

Its central-east location makes it practical for visitors who want a beach base but also expect to visit Corfu Town or explore north and south during their stay.

An established coast with different settings

Dassia includes hotels, beach areas and roadside services, so the exact address has a strong effect on the stay. Compare access to the shore with the property's own grounds and position. A hotel's restaurants or activities are property facilities, and non-resident access should be checked directly.

Coast, village and town outings

Kato Korakiana offers a separate inland village and gallery visit, while Corfu Town gives a more substantial cultural day. For bus travel, investigate City Bus 7 and its current timetable as well as the final walk to the accommodation. If you want to spend most days on the beach, choose by the actual shore access rather than the broad Dassia label. For an evening out, arrange the return before assuming that a late meal fits the last bus.

Getting around, beaches and evenings

City Bus 7 corridor; check the timetable, exact stop and final walk to your accommodation.

Long east-coast beach.

Bars, beach clubs and some lively late-night venues.

Explore with our local guides

Beach guides: Dassia Beach; Dafnila Beach.

Ideas for your visit: Watersports at Dassia and Ipsos. Check the individual guide for the route and visiting details.

Planning links: Current City Bus routes and timetables.

Destination photograph: Liilia Moroz / Wikimedia Commons, CC0. Displayed cropped to fit; the cropped display remains under the same licence.

At a Glance

BEST FOR

Beaches, Families, Couples, Watersports, Car-Free Holidays, Food & Drink

ATMOSPHERE

Relaxed and easy-going.

BEACH

Long east-coast beach.

NIGHTLIFE

Bars, beach clubs and some lively late-night venues.

GETTING AROUND

City Bus 7 corridor; check the timetable, exact stop and final walk to your accommodation.

CAR

Not essential locally; useful for exploring.

AIRPORT

Approx. 14 km

LOCATION TYPE

Resort

Beaches

Dassia Beach

A long sand-and-pebble beach with shallow water, extensive watersports, restaurants and established accessible beach infrastructure.

Dafnila Beach

A sheltered beach south of Dassia with organised hotel-managed sections and calm east-coast water.

Things to do

East Corfu coastline overlooking the Ionian Sea

Watersports at Dassia and Ipsos

Try popular watersports along Corfu’s busy east coast around Dassia and Ipsos.

Food & drink

Blue Bay Beach Bar

Blue Bay is a beachside food-and-drink venue in Dassia, operating from the morning into the late evening and, on many days, the early hours.

Beach Bar

Ambrosia Greek Casual Dining

Greek casual dining restaurant in Dassia specialising in grilled meats and Mediterranean dishes.

Restaurant / Taverna

Karydia

Greek and Mediterranean restaurant in Dassia with long daily opening hours.

Restaurant / Taverna

Artion Bakery

Artion is a bakery, coffee shop and confectionery on the road through Dassia.

Bakery / Patisserie

Anna's Place

Traditional Greek and Mediterranean restaurant on Dassia Main Street.

Restaurant / Taverna

L' Appetito Bistro Restaurant

Bistro restaurant and wine-focused dining venue in Dassia.

Restaurant / Taverna

Where to stay

Levanda House Dasia Private Pool

Levanda House Dasia Private Pool is a large villa in the Dassia/Kato Korakiana area of East Corfu.

Villa

St Nicholas A1 Beach Superior Two I

St Nicholas A1 Beach Superior Two I is a beachfront self-catering apartment in Dafnila, in the Dassia area of East Corfu.

Holiday Apartment

Grecotel Daphnila Bay

Grecotel Daphnila Bay is a family-friendly all-inclusive beach resort on the Kommeno Peninsula with five restaurants, pools, kids club, sports and Aqua Park access.

All-Inclusive Resort

Kaloudis Studios & Apartments

Family-run studios, apartments and maisonette in Dassia, around three minutes from the beach, with kitchens, Wi-Fi and free parking.

Holiday Apartment

Elea Beach Hotel

Four-star hotel directly on Dassia beach with swimming pool, sea-view and family rooms, accessible facilities and an à la carte restaurant by the sea.

Hotel

Iolida Corfu Resort by Smile Hotels

Resort in Dassia close to the beach with panoramic sea views, restaurant and bar, plus rooms and suites ranging from doubles to family accommodation and private-pool junior suites.

Resort Hotel

Planning your
Kassiopi stay

Do I need a car?
A car is not essential for exploring locally, but can be useful for trips farther afield. Check your accommodation’s position and the route to the centre before deciding.

What are the beaches like?
Our individual guides cover Kalamionas, Bataria, Pipitos, Imerolia and Kanoni. Several are compact pebble coves; each has its own access and facilities.

Is Kassiopi quiet in the evenings?
Harbour-front dining, cocktails and music bars contribute to its sociable atmosphere. Check neighbouring venues with your host if quiet evenings matter.

Can I reach Kassiopi by bus?
Check Green Bus A4 and the operator’s current timetable for your dates, exact stop, last return and final route to your accommodation.

What can I explore nearby?
Avlaki and Kerasia have their own destination guides. Check the actual road or walking route before setting out; closeness on a map does not establish an easy walk.

Still choosing your base?
Compare the best areas to stay in Corfu, or find your kind of Corfu with our six-question finder.

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