BANANA BEACH

 
 

Getting off the bus at stop 24, the end of the line, you can walk over the hill to the 2 Banana Beaches on the west side of Skiathos.

Big Banana, the main beach, is a beautiful beach and very popular, especially with younger tourists. It used to be the naturist beach but most people who like to bathe & sunbathe naked, now go to small Banana Beach which is also known as Spartacus Beach. This is a short walk around the rocks to the right of Big Banana. This also the beach where a fair amount of gay people go but is also frequented by singles and families. Greece being a fairly democratic place, everyone usually co-exists quite happily.

 

Banana Beach Skiathos

 Big Banana has a water sports school and is the best place for windsurfing as there is a good cross shore breeze and good waves out in the channel between Skiathos and Pelion. Unfortunately, it is difficult to get your gear down to the beach as the road is closed and there is no up to date stuff to be rented.

There are two beach tavernas on Big Banana and one on Small Banana.

In the evening, as the sun goes down, both these beaches are wonderful for sunsets.

 

A very nice website to visit about Banana Beach is

www.sunnybanana.com

 
There are no accommodations in the immediate environment of Banana Beach. The nearest by accommodations are those located in the Koukounaries area:
KOUKOUNARIES AREA
 
KARAVOTSAKISMA HOUSE - studios, houses & a villa, with a swimming pool.
CAMPING "KOUKOUNARIES" - A shady camping with all facilities close to Skiathos' famous Koukounaries Beach.
HOTEL CARAVOS - Hotel complex with pool, bars, restaurants & easy access to Koukounaries Beach.
 RECOMMENDED - STROPHILIA APARTMENTS - Apartments for couples and families in a green and relaxing environment.
HOTEL ZEUS - A friendly hotel set in extensive grounds and close to Koukounaries Beach.
CARAVOS STUDIOS - Friendly family run studios set in extensive grounds and close to Koukounaries Beach.
DIONISSOS STUDIOS AND APARTMENTS - Situated in a quiet corner of Koukonaries but just 10 minutes walk to the beach, Dionissos is ideally placed for a relaxing holiday in a green and pleasant environment.
STUDIOS AIDONOFOLIES - Offer peaceful relaxation away from the hustle and bustle but within 15 minutes walk of Koukounaries Beach and 10 minutes to the bus stop, shops, tavernas and bars.
VILLA OURANIA - Villa Ourania is a fine example of the accommodation offered by Gats Travel.
VILLA MARIA - Villa Maria is a fine example of the accommodation offered by Gats Travel.
SERGIOS APARTMENTS - Apartments and studios with a swimming pool in a quiet area of Koukounaries.
HARIS APARTMENTS - 4 new apartments for 4 adults each, just 5 minutes walk from Koukounaries Beach.
VILLA LEONI - Koukounaries & Troulos - Villa Leoni is located in a very quiet and peaceful area with sea views, above the beach of Troulos.
VILLA ALEX - Charming little family holiday home on walking distance of Koukounaries
STUDIOS KATERINA - Katerina Studios are located in the area of Koukounaries Skiathos, one of the most beautiful and picturesque areas of the island.
PERIGIALI STUDIOS - The accommodation located closest to the beaches Banana, Koukounaries and Ambelakia. 25 well maintained studios surrounded by pine trees.

 

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