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East Corfu coastline overlooking the Ionian Sea

Kontokali

A Convenient Coastal Base beside Gouvia

ABOUT

Kontokali lies between Gouvia and Corfu Town and combines a local village setting with beach areas, hotels and nearby marina facilities. It feels less like a single compact resort than neighbouring Gouvia.

Its biggest advantage is convenience: Corfu Town, the marina and routes towards both the north and south are readily accessible.

A coastal area with varied addresses

Kontokali offers accommodation and beach access near Gouvia and the marina area, but it is not one uniform beachfront strip. Municipal beach information describes a narrow shore, including a resort-associated section. Check the particular access and facilities you intend to use rather than assuming all hotel frontage is public guest space.

Choosing for your daily plans

Compare a property with the route to your preferred beach, the marina or the main transport corridor. Those destinations may be close on a map but involve different roads or crossings. If using City Bus 7, check the nearest suitable stop and final walk. For a marina-based trip, confirm the actual berth or operator meeting place. For a beach holiday, the complete shore route is more informative than the general description 'near Gouvia'.

Getting around, beaches and evenings

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

Explore with our local guides

Beach guides: Kontokali Beach.

Planning links: Current City Bus routes and timetables.

At a Glance

BEST FOR
Beaches, Couples, Families, Marina & Boating, Car-Free Holidays
ATMOSPHERE
Relaxed and easy-going.
BEACH
Narrow coastal beach areas, including resort frontage; confirm the specific public access and facilities.
NIGHTLIFE
Evening dining and cocktails; some hotel bars advertise live music. Confirm venue access and the current programme.
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. 9 km
LOCATION TYPE
Village / Resort

BEACHES

Kontokali Beach

A sand-and-fine-pebble beach close to Corfu Town, with shallow water, organised sections and views towards Lazaretto.

Things To Do

Food & Drink

Telesilla Restaurant & Cocktail Bar

Poolside Mediterranean restaurant and cocktail bar in Kontokali, beside Gouvia Marina, serving Greek dishes, sharing plates, seafood and cocktails.

Restaurant / Taverna

Asterias Fine Dining

Fine-dining Mediterranean restaurant at Kontokali Bay Resort & Spa overlooking the Ionian Sea.

Restaurant / Taverna

O Pitsiakos Taverna

Small Greek taverna in Kontokali serving traditional local dishes in a relaxed setting.

Restaurant / Taverna

Gerekos Fish Taverna

Traditional fish taverna in Kontokali specialising in fresh seafood, Mediterranean and Greek dishes.

Restaurant / Taverna

PitaPita

Casual Greek grill in Kontokali serving pita, gyros and straightforward local fast food.

Restaurant / Taverna

Skippers Cafe Wine Bar

Cafe and wine bar in the Kontokali marina area for coffee, drinks and relaxed social stops.

Bar

Where to Stay

Pasiphae Holiday Apartments

Self-catering apartments with a saltwater pool, garden and terrace in the Alykes Potamou area, with free private parking.

Apartments and Studios

Maison Metel

Self-catering apartments in Kontokali with a seasonal outdoor pool, hot tub, garden, free parking and WiFi.

Apartments

APARTMENT KONTOKALI

Two-bedroom apartment with living room, full kitchen, balcony and terrace.

Apartment

Alvia Suites

Suites near Kontokali Beach with kitchenettes, an outdoor pool, restaurant, bar, free WiFi and parking; services vary by season.

Apartments and Studios

Coritos holiday apartments

Family apartments with kitchens, terraces, parking and garden in Kontokali.

Apartments

Stavros Apartments Kontokali next to Gouvia Marina

Aparthotel with kitchenettes, garden, terrace and parking close to Gouvia Marina.

Apartments

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