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Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Agios Ioannis Peristeron

A Relaxed Coastal Base between Benitses and Moraitika

ABOUT

Agios Ioannis Peristeron is a coastal area between Benitses and Moraitika with hotels and beach access spread along the shoreline and main road. It is not built around a large traditional resort centre.

The location works particularly well for travellers who want a relaxed hotel-based stay with convenient road access to both central Corfu and the south-east.

A hotel-led coast between Benitses and Moraitika

Agios Ioannis Peristeron is a coastal area with properties along the shore and main road, rather than a large traditional village centre. MarBella, Nido and Avali are specific hotels here; their restaurants and activities are property facilities with access arrangements to confirm directly. This destination is distinct from inland Agios Ioannis near Aqualand.

Choose by the complete daily route

Check whether your property has direct beach access or requires a road crossing, steps or another approach. Ask about the route to the nearest useful bus stop and any evening options outside the accommodation. Benitses and Moraitika provide separate outings, but plan the return rather than assuming the coastal road is a continuous walking promenade. The most useful comparison is between the exact properties and their surroundings, not the shared destination label alone.

Getting around, beaches and evenings

Bus links connect the area with Corfu Town.

Explore with our local guides

Beach guides: Agios Ioannis Peristeron Beach.

At a Glance

BEST FOR
Beaches, Couples, Families, Relaxing Holidays, Luxury
ATMOSPHERE
Quiet, relaxed and unhurried.
BEACH
Coastal hotel area; check whether your property has direct shore access or requires steps or a road crossing.
NIGHTLIFE
Coastal tavernas and hotel bars; MarBella advertises live music. Confirm guest access and seasonal programmes.
GETTING AROUND
Bus links connect the area with Corfu Town.
CAR
Useful for exploring.
AIRPORT
Approx. 16 km
LOCATION TYPE
Coastal Area

BEACHES

Agios Ioannis Peristeron Beach

A long pebbly east-coast beach with clear water, organised resort sections and a quieter atmosphere than the major party resorts.

Things To Do

Food & Drink

Akrogiali Taverna Kerkyra

Traditional Greek and Corfiot seaside taverna serving fresh fish, grilled dishes and meze.

Restaurant / Taverna

Kohyli Bay

Family-owned seaside Greek restaurant serving homemade Mediterranean dishes, seafood and drinks.

Restaurant / Taverna

La Casa Di Aurora

Italian and Mediterranean restaurant under olive trees with sea views in Agios Ioannis Peristeron.

Restaurant / Taverna

Marbella Traditional Taverna

Independent traditional taverna in Agios Ioannis Peristeron serving Greek, seafood and Mediterranean dishes.

Restaurant / Taverna

Nikos Family Taverna

Traditional family taverna opposite Valmar Corfu serving Greek, seafood, Mediterranean and grilled dishes.

Restaurant / Taverna

Anchor Beach Bar - Restaurant

Beach bar and restaurant by Aurora Beach Hotel serving drinks, cocktails, light food and Greek dishes beside the sea.

Beach Bar

Where to Stay

Avali by Mar-Bella Collection

Boutique beachfront Premium All-Inclusive hotel on Corfu’s south-east coast with 76 rooms and suites, infinity pool, restaurants and bars, welcoming adults and families with children over six.

Hotel

Valmar Corfu

Fully renovated five-star premium all-inclusive resort at Agios Ioannis Peristeron with 201 rooms and suites, direct beach access, pools, four restaurants, five bars, spa and children’s facilities.

Resort Hotel

Aurora Beach Hotel

Small family-friendly hotel in Agios Ioannis Peristeron with 21 rooms, sea views, freshwater pool, café-bar, breakfast and beach access across the road.

Hotel

Lithino Apartments - 5Min From The Beach

Self-catering studios and apartments in Agios Ioannis Peristeron, around a 7-minute walk from the beach, with balconies, air conditioning, Wi-Fi and free on-site parking.

Holiday Apartment

Corfu Senses Resort

Family-friendly beachfront resort at Agios Ioannis Peristeron with outdoor pool, sea-view rooms, restaurant, bar, gardens and direct access to the Ionian shoreline.

Resort Hotel

Nido, Mar-Bella Collection

Nido, Mar-Bella Collection offers adults-only hotel accommodation in Agios Ioannis Peristeron, with our guide tagging it for couples, adults and romantic breaks.

Hotel

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