Cheap Holidays to Lesvos

Escape the nine-to-five routine with a relaxing beach-based break in Lesvos, the Greek island with a whole lot of charm. Offering an appealing combination of historic sites, natural attractions and pretty beaches this Greek island getaway offers the perfect spot for a budget break in the sun.

Lesvos Cheap Holidays

Greek island charm at a price that's right

The third largest of the Greek islands, Lesvos offers a taste of authentic Greece with its olive groves, traditional tavernas and abundance of wildlife. With average flight times of just under four hours this gem of an island provides an affordable break you can reach in no time.

July is the hottest month on the island with temperatures averaging 26°C and the most daily sunshine hours around mid-August. Upbeat beach resorts and colourful towns are dotted with cafes and tavernas serving delicious authentic cuisine, while inland there are an array of natural attractions to enjoy. A regular and affordable tram and bus service operates across the island offering visitors who don’t wish to hire a car access to the local amenities and attractions.

With its laid-back vibe, sandy beach and selection of public outdoor pools, Anaxos is ideal for those wanting to relax and recharge their batteries. Skala Kalloni is popular with beach lovers and the windsurfing set due to its shallow waters and gentle winds, while Molyvos boasts a fascinating historic centre, which has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Meanwhile Petra, with its long sandy beach and terracotta-topped dwellings, offers traditional charm and a glimpse of bygone times.

Cheap days out in Lesvos

Beyond the coastline there are a wealth of treasures to be explored in Lesvos including fascinating historic towns and medieval sites. Top of visitors’ to-do lists is a trip to the Petrified Forest of Lesvos, which incorporates a forest, museum and nature reserve. The Castle of Mytilene, situated between the city’s ports, is another big draw.

Anaxos is perfect for lazy beach days and long walks, with a small stream to the west offering an ideal spot for picnics and reasonably priced tavernas and cafes lining the three-kilometre-long beachfront. A favourite with hikers, Skala Kalloni is famous for its wildlife and birdwatching – a fascinating free pastime, which adds the opportunity to spot some rare species into the bargain.

Or you can take a stroll around Molyvos town centre with its cobbled streets and impressive castle while doing a spot of window-shopping along the way. In Petra there are numerous buildings of interest to look at including the poetically named Our Lady of the Sweet Kiss Church and an 18th-century mansion turned museum called Vareltzidena’s house. Nature lovers may want to visit the three small islands just off the coast that are designated nature reserves – Rabbit Island even has an observation centre, ideal for spotting a variety of rare birds and wildlife.

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For more inspiration, check out these further options for cheap holidays on Greece‘s beautiful islands. Kefalonia was the inspiration for the book and film Captain Corelli’s Mandolin and Naxos has ancient ruins and whitewashed houses. However, if Lesvos has won your heart take a closer look at our travel guide for more information on planning your affordable break. To help get you started here are a selection of cheap hotel choices in Lesvos.

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