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Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Kavos

Beach Holidays, Nightlife & Corfu's Far South

About Kavos

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

Kavos is Corfu's best-known nightlife resort, but it also has a long beach, accommodation, restaurants, boat trips and access to quieter scenery in the far south. The main strip is busiest in the summer season.

Visitors looking beyond the nightlife can explore nearby Arkoudilas and the surrounding countryside, making the area more varied than its party reputation alone suggests.

Choose the setting around the nightlife

Kavos combines an active summer entertainment scene with a beach and access to the far south's countryside. Its different sides are worth distinguishing when booking: a property close to late venues can offer a very different night from one farther away. Ask about the immediate surroundings rather than assuming all Kavos accommodation has the same noise level.

A quieter outing beyond the main strip

Arkoudillas offers a separate nature-and-coast excursion, with the route and current conditions to check before setting out. A boat trip also needs an operator booking and weather plan. Green Bus B1 is the connection to investigate for Kavos, including the last service after an evening out. If combining a stay with a ferry from the wider Lefkimmi area, establish the terminal transfer separately instead of treating the resort bus as a port shuttle.

Getting around, beaches and evenings

Green Bus B1; check the timetable, exact stop and final walk to your accommodation.

Long beach.

Summer bars and beach bars continue into the night; check the setting of your accommodation.

Explore with our local guides

Beach guides: Kavos Beach; Asprokavos Beach; Arkoudilas Beach.

Ideas for your visit: Panagia Arkoudila Monastery; Corfu Trail Long-Distance Hike. Check the individual guide for the route and visiting details.

Planning links: Current Green Bus routes and timetables.

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

At a Glance

BEST FOR

Beaches, Nightlife, Food & Drink, Boat Trips, Couples, Longer Stays

ATMOSPHERE

Lively, party-focused seasonal resort, particularly around the main summer nightlife strip.

BEACH

Long beach.

NIGHTLIFE

Summer bars and beach bars continue into the night; check the setting of your accommodation.

GETTING AROUND

Green Bus B1; check the timetable, exact stop and final walk to your accommodation.

CAR

Not essential locally; useful for exploring.

AIRPORT

Approx. 47 km

LOCATION TYPE

Resort

Beaches

Kavos Beach

A long sandy resort beach at Corfu's southern party hub, with organised facilities, watersports, boat trips and nightlife directly behind it.

Arkoudilas Beach

A huge wild sandy beach beneath high cliffs at Corfu's southern tip, reached by rough road or a long walk from Kavos.

Asprokavos Beach

A quieter sandy stretch beyond the main Kavos resort, moving towards the wilder southern headland and Arkoudilas.

Things to do

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Panagia Arkoudila Monastery

Ruined historic monastery in the wild Arkoudilas area south of Kavos, reached via rough tracks and walking routes.

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Paxos and Antipaxos Cruise from Kavos

Take a full-day boat trip from southern Corfu towards Paxos, Antipaxos and the surrounding Ionian waters.

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Corfu Trail Long-Distance Hike

Walk all or part of Corfu’s famous long-distance trail, a roughly 180 km route linking the island from south to north.

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Kavos Watersports

Add some adrenaline to a Kavos beach day with seasonal watersports and sea activities.

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Arkoudilas Forest and Cape Walk

Hike through woodland above Kavos toward the remote Arkoudilas headland and dramatic southern coastline.

Food & drink

Aroma Restaurant at Ekati Mare

Main restaurant at Ekati Mare Lifestyle Resort serving buffet breakfast and evening dinner with local ingredients and themed nights.

Restaurant / Taverna

La Mar Beach Lounge

Stylish beach lounge in Kavos by Ekati Mare offering loungers, food, coffees, drinks and cocktails beside the sea.

Beach Bar

BG Burger & Grill

Kavos grill restaurant serving burgers, steakhouse-style dishes and Greek food.

Restaurant / Taverna

Parea Pool Bar

Ekati Mare pool bar serving coffees, smoothies, snacks, beers, aperitifs and cocktails from morning until late.

Bar

Taverna Skaltsounis

Traditional Kavos taverna serving Mediterranean, seafood and Greek dishes.

Restaurant / Taverna

Stoned Cafe Bar

Cafe bar and pub in Kavos for drinks, casual socialising and nightlife.

Bar

Where to stay

Cabo - Adults Only

Cabo is an adults-only beachfront all-inclusive hotel in Kavos, South East Corfu, with pools, dining, bars and sea-view accommodation.

Hotel

Sirocco Hotel

Sirocco Hotel is an aparthotel in Kavos, South East Corfu, around four minutes from Kavos Beach with a pool, restaurant, bar, breakfast, sea-view rooms and free parking.

Hotel

Cavo D'Oro Complex

Cavo D'Oro Complex is beachfront accommodation in Kavos, South East Corfu, with a swimming pool, beach bar, restaurant and self-catering facilities.

Hotel

Sandy Beach Complex - Poolside Studios & Seaside Apartments

Sandy Beach Complex is an apartment and studio property in Agios Petros, South East Corfu, with poolside and seaside accommodation, outdoor pool, beach access, restaurant, bar and self-catering facilities.

Apartment Hotel (Aparthotel)

Yianetta Hotel & Suites

Yianetta Hotel & Suites is an aparthotel in Ayios Petros, South East Corfu, close to Kavos, with a seasonal pool, restaurants, bar, breakfast, family rooms and free parking.

Hotel

Corfu Sea Gardens

Corfu Sea Gardens is a hotel in Kavos, South East Corfu, listed by the Hellenic Chamber of Hotels as a seasonal property in the Lefkimmi area.

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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