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Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Benitses

A Historic Seaside Village with a Modern Marina

ABOUT

Benitses is an established seaside village south of Corfu Town with a long history of tourism as well as a recognisable traditional core. The marina, waterfront, restaurants and accommodation create a lively but manageable holiday base.

Its position makes it convenient for Corfu Town and central attractions while also giving straightforward access to the south-east coast.

The village, waterfront and marina

Benitses offers several ways to spend a day without attempting a large island circuit: explore the older village, choose a waterfront meal and investigate a beach or boating activity. Facilities around the marina belong to particular operators, so check bookings and meeting points directly. The village and the coastal-road accommodation can provide different settings for a stay.

Walking country and town connections

The hills behind Benitses add walking possibilities, but choose a current named route rather than treating every lane as an easy circular trail. For Corfu Town, investigate City Bus 6 and the stop nearest the property, including road crossings and the last return. If quiet evenings or level walking are important, ask about the exact accommodation rather than relying on a broad village description. A beach-and-village routine can be enjoyable without needing a car for every activity, provided those routes suit you.

Getting around, beaches and evenings

City Bus 6 via Perama. Check your stop, final walk and any road crossings.

Explore with our local guides

Beach guides: Benitses Beach; Tsaki Beach.

Ideas for your visit: Benitses Old Village Walk; Benitses Hills Walking Route. Check the individual guide for the route and visiting details.

Planning links: Current City Bus routes and timetables.

At a Glance

BEST FOR
Beaches, Couples, Families, Food & Drink, Marina & Boating
ATMOSPHERE
Traditional and unhurried.
BEACH
Seaside village with beach areas along the coast; check the property's shore route and any road crossings.
NIGHTLIFE
Village and waterfront restaurants; check neighbouring venues if quiet evenings matter.
GETTING AROUND
City Bus 6 via Perama. Check your stop, final walk and any road crossings.
CAR
Not essential locally; useful for exploring.
AIRPORT
Approx. 12 km
LOCATION TYPE
Resort / Village

BEACHES

Benitses Beach

The main beach area at Benitses, with mixed sand and pebbles, organised facilities, watersports and a full range of village amenities.

Tsaki Beach

A small pebble beach south of Benitses with clear water and a quieter character than the village's main organised beach.

Things To Do

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Benitses Old Village Walk

Leave the seafront for a while and explore the older lanes and hillside character of this historic fishing village.

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Benitses Hills Walking Route

Climb into the green hills behind Benitses for olive-grove paths and views over the south-east coast.

Coastal villages and Ionian Sea in South East Corfu

Achilleion Imperial Gardens

Visit the outdoor areas and Imperial Gardens of the Achilleion, the palace created for Empress Elisabeth of Austria.

Food & Drink

MILA | Restaurant & Beach Lounge

Contemporary waterfront restaurant and beach lounge in Benitses serving brunch, beach food, Mediterranean dinner and cocktails.

Bar

Klimataria

Klimataria is a seafood restaurant in Benitses, with a focus on Seafood, Greek and other dishes. It is a useful option for visitors looking for a meal with an emphasis on seafood and Mediterranean flavours.

Restaurant / Taverna

Paxinos

Paxinos is a restaurant in Benitses, with a focus on Greek and Mediterranean flavours. It is a useful option for visitors looking for a relaxed meal while exploring this part of Corfu.

Restaurant / Taverna

Big Bite

Big Bite is a greek restaurant in Benitses, with a focus on Greek, Casual and other dishes. It is a useful option for visitors looking for a relaxed meal while exploring this part of Corfu.

Restaurant / Taverna

Where to Stay

Villa Alia, Your Modern Beachfront Escape

A four-bedroom beachfront villa with swimming pools, a garden and sea views.

Villas and Holiday Homes

Green Horizon 3 BR House with Sea View

A three-bedroom holiday home with a sea-view terrace in the Tsaki area.

Villas and Holiday Homes

Rozas house

A ground-floor two-bedroom apartment with a private entrance, garden and sea-view terrace.

Apartments and Studios

San Stefano Estate - Venetian Manor

A five-bedroom Venetian manor with an infinity pool, gardens and generous outdoor space.

Villas and Holiday Homes

Amaranth Rose

A spacious three-bedroom apartment with a garden-view balcony in Benitses.

Apartments and Studios

Olea mare

Beachfront self-catering apartments with sea views in the Tsaki area of Benitses.

Apartments and Studios

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