Hotels in Greece

Tips For Saving on Hotels in Greece

Traveling to Greece can be costly, particularly when staying on popular islands or tourist-filled locations. Luckily, there are ways you can save money without compromising your experience. Here are five strategies for doing just that in Greece.

Consider couchsurfing or free camping as alternatives to hotels; and plan to book off-season hotel accommodations which may substantially cut costs.

Book Early

Greece is best visited between June and September when prices are much cheaper compared to peak season (July through August). Weather remains warm yet less humid; tourist numbers and ferry services decrease considerably - all great reasons to travel during these shoulder months!

Alternatively, staying outside the main tourist areas can save money and may provide more enjoyable stays than those found within them. Consider staying in leafy residential neighborhoods such as Mets and Zografou in Athens as they tend to be peaceful with great views of landmarks such as Acropolis. Staying in smaller towns such as Nafplion or Corfu may offer better rates as these are less crowded.

Avoid the Peak Season

Travelers looking for ways to cut costs when visiting Greece should avoid visiting during its most popular times: June through August when accommodation, food, and ferry costs all skyrocket.

May and September offer ideal weather, while having less tourists present can drastically cut costs. Furthermore, Greek festivals taking place during these months make for plenty of entertainment!

As another ideal time of year to visit, winter can offer quieter and cheaper visits compared to other times of year. Travelers looking for an escape from crowds should know that many attractions may be closed during this season and some ferry routes won't operate; an overnight ferry would provide ample opportunity to experience its breathtaking sea views!

Rent a Flat or a House

Greece may seem an out of reach dream destination due to perceptions that it is too costly. But this needn't be true. There are plenty of affordable ways for visitors to enjoy Greece!

Greece may be an extremely popular tourist destination, yet it is possible to visit Greece on a budget if you know when and how to look. While high-end hotels can cost upwards of $1,000 a night, shoulder seasons such as May-June or September-October offer fantastic hotel rates at reduced costs as well as other accommodation.

Staying at a hostel or renting through Airbnb can also be an economical way of traveling on a budget, while meeting like-minded individuals and saving money on accommodation costs. Staying on Greece's off-the-beaten-path coastal peninsula of Halkidiki will allow you to escape crowds while experiencing beautiful beaches, hiking trails and taverns for less than $30 a night!

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Greece is a popular tourist destination, attracting up to 30 million people each year. But its diversity offers something for everyone; activities, accommodations and experiences to fit every taste - and you don't even have to spend a fortune to experience all of them!

Hotels on popular islands such as Mykonos or Santorini can be prohibitively costly during peak summer season, yet smaller island destinations or mainland villages offer accommodations at significantly reduced costs - often as little as EUR35 a night - plus meals in off-the-beaten path taverns can cost much less.

Couchsurfing can be another effective way of saving on accommodation, as you can stay for free with locals via this platform in exchange for meals and cultural experiences - especially useful on islands like Greece or in big cities such as Athens where it may offer great cultural exchange. Just ensure that when using this option you use only with trustworthy hosts in reliable areas.