Where Should I Stay on Tilos?

Tilos splits mainly between the port and two quieter alternatives inland or along the coast, and the choice comes down to convenience, mountain views, or beach seclusion.

Tilos's Livadia, where the ferry docks, gives the most convenient base, with a protected marina, the beach right in town, and easy access to shops and cafes. It suits most first-time visitors and anyone without a car, since the island's electric bus connects Livadia to the rest of Tilos through the day.

Megalo Chorio, the medieval capital about seven kilometers inland, trades beach proximity for valley views and a castle overlooking the village, with far fewer accommodation options but a genuinely quieter pace. It suits travelers with a car who want to base near the Charkadio Cave and the small paleontology museum, and sunset from the castle is worth timing a stay around.

Eristos, home to the island's longest beach, holds a handful of properties about three kilometers from Livadia, and it suits travelers who want to fall asleep to the sound of waves, though dining options nearby stay limited compared to the port.

Once a base is decided, hotels and places to stay on Tilos span Livadia, Megalo Chorio, and the Eristos beach area, so the choice comes down to convenience, mountain quiet, or beach seclusion.

Tilos has no airport, and travelers connect through Rhodes or Kos by ferry, so it's worth taking time to check ferry schedules and book tickets ahead of a summer visit. Livadia suits most first-time visitors, Megalo Chorio suits those wanting a slower mountain pace with a car, and Eristos suits travelers prioritizing a longer, quieter stretch of beach.