The island’s loveliest small hotel with a pool
Nysis creates a pocket of calm without sending guests to the edge of this very walkable island. Its low buildings and cactus-filled paths gather around a carefully landscaped pool, about three minutes from Ammos Beach and nine minutes on foot from the port. Rooms have a relaxed boho-retro finish and range from 26-square-metre doubles to junior, upbeat and signature suites; several sleep three, and the largest categories are listed for four. Breakfast is delivered to the room or terrace, turning the first meal into part of the stay, while the pool bar handles coffee and cocktails later. A complimentary port transfer can be arranged, and the consistently attentive team is particularly useful when ferries change or restaurants fill.
Nysis has the atmosphere of a small suite property rather than a full-service hotel. There is no restaurant, spa or lift, and the pool is seasonal; evenings still mean walking into Chora. Not every category has a sea view, and ground-floor rooms trade elevation for easier access and a closer relationship with the courtyard. Sofa beds account for some higher occupancies, so families should confirm the exact sleeping plan rather than rely on the headline capacity. Pool space is intimate rather than resort-sized, which is charming until every room wants a lounger. Expedia gives Nysis a perfect 10.0 from 23 reviews, a remarkably consistent sample and the strongest score in Koufonisia’s boutique pool category. It is the best all-round choice for couples and small families who want quiet, design and everything still within walking distance.
Good to know
Boutique suites, Outdoor pool, Breakfast served, Port transfer, Walkable location, and Family suites
