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Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Messonghi

A Relaxed Coastal Resort beside the Messonghi River

About Messonghi

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

Messonghi sits immediately south of Moraitika around the beach and river mouth. The resort has a relaxed holiday feel with hotels, apartments, tavernas and access to the sea.

Its position is convenient for exploring the south-east coast, with Moraitika next door and smaller fishing villages such as Boukari and Petriti farther south.

A stay around beach and river

Messonghi's river mouth and beach give the resort a different layout from neighbouring Moraitika. Check which side and part of the area your accommodation occupies, and ask about the route to the shore and evening venues. A short map distance does not establish the most convenient crossing or walking route.

Exploring the south-east at a slower pace

Boukari and Petriti offer separate fishing-village outings, while Moraitika adds another nearby resort setting. Pick one change of scene rather than trying to visit every coastal settlement in a day. Green Bus B7 is the named connection to investigate for Messonghi, including the current return timetable. For a longer stay, consider the practical route to shops and dinner alongside the appeal of a river or sea view.

Getting around, beaches and evenings

Green Bus B7; check the timetable, exact stop and final walk to your accommodation.

Resort beach beside the Messonghi River.

Relaxed bars and evening dining.

Explore with our local guides

Beach guides: Messonghi Beach.

Planning links: Current Green Bus routes and timetables.

Destination photograph: Effrosyni Moschoudi / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Displayed cropped to fit; the cropped display remains under the same licence.

At a Glance

BEST FOR

Beaches, Families, Couples, Relaxing Holidays, Food & Drink, Longer Stays

ATMOSPHERE

Relaxed and easy-going.

BEACH

Resort beach beside the Messonghi River.

NIGHTLIFE

Relaxed bars and evening dining.

GETTING AROUND

Green Bus B7; check the timetable, exact stop and final walk to your accommodation.

CAR

Not essential locally; useful for exploring.

AIRPORT

Approx. 21 km

LOCATION TYPE

Resort

Beaches

Messonghi Beach

A relaxed sand-and-pebble beach beside the Messonghi River, with calm water, watersports and family-friendly resort facilities.

Things to do

Food & drink

Bo The Butcher

Highly rated Messonghi grill specialising in generous gyros and meat dishes.

Restaurant / Taverna

Giacomo's Pizza Pasta & Wine

Italian restaurant in Messonghi serving pizza, pasta and wine in a relaxed evening setting.

Restaurant / Taverna

Barocco Beach Bar

Popular Messonghi beach bar for cocktails, snacks and relaxed drinks beside the sea.

Beach Bar

Mojo's

Popular beachfront Messonghi burger restaurant and bar known for homemade burgers and relaxed seaside dining.

Restaurant / Taverna

Spiros on the Beach

Beachfront Messonghi taverna serving Greek and seafood dishes directly beside the sea.

Restaurant / Taverna

Time Out Bar

Friendly Messonghi bar known for cocktails and a relaxed holiday atmosphere.

Bar

Where to stay

Sentido Apollo Palace

Sentido Apollo Palace is a holiday accommodation in Messonghi, included in the Corfu & Beyond Where to Stay directory.

Holiday Accommodation

Loulass Village Aparthotel

Long-established family-run aparthotel in Psaras near Messonghi, set across four hillside buildings with apartments, swimming pool, restaurant and bar close to the sea.

Apartment Hotel (Aparthotel)

Georgina Apartments-Pool-River

Georgina Apartments-Pool-River is a holiday apartment in Messonghi, included in the Corfu & Beyond Where to Stay directory.

Aparthotel / Apartments

Maria Corfu Apartments

Family-run beachfront apartments at Psaras near Messonghi, with a private beach area, sea views, kitchenettes, Wi-Fi and free parking.

Holiday Apartment

Aquarius Beach Hotel

Relaxed hotel in the centre of Messonghi, close to the beach, shops and restaurants, with a swimming pool and accommodation suited to families, couples and friends.

Hotel

Rossis Beach Hotel

Traditional family-run hotel directly on Messonghi beach, with sea-view rooms, Greek breakfast, snack-bar restaurant, main bar and family rooms in the heart of the village.

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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