Lagos Mare, Naxos

• You'll find yourself in a quieter setting at the edge of the village of Agios Prokopios and an easy 10-minute stroll from the beach. 
• The simple but comfortable rooms are furnished in a neutral, beachy style and include private balconies with views over the neighboring village or the Aegean Sea. 
• A small on-site restaurant serves Naxian and Anatolian-inspired dishes with island produce, meats, and cheeses, plus seafood caught by the family's own fishing boat.
• There's plenty of seating around the outdoor pool and bar area, which overlooks manicured gardens and lawn games.
• The easy bus to Naxos Town stops right outside the hotel.

• The walk to the beach and the village is along rural roads with no sidewalks, and it can be difficult to navigate at night.
• There's no elevator, so second-floor rooms aren't a good fit for those with limited mobility or families with strollers.

Authenticity

Lagos Mare opened in 2006, but its family history traces back to 1924, when Giannis Lagos arrived in Naxos from Smyrna. Three generations on, the Lagos family completed his dream of opening a small hotel, and you'll receive a warm welcome at the two-story, cubic-style property that sits at the edge of village life and rural countryside. The family's blend of Anatolian and Naxian roots extends to the menus at the on-site restaurant, where the produce, meats, cheeses, and herbs are sourced from island producers, and the seafood catch of the day is supplied by the family's fishing boat.

Location

The hotel sits on the outskirts of the village of Agios Prokopios, located roughly 3 miles (5 km) south of Naxos Town. Smaller and quieter than the island capital, this seaside village is popular for its eponymous beach, a stretch of golden sand that's considered one of the most beautiful on the island. You can walk to the beach in under 10 minutes (though it's along a street with no sidewalks), and it's a 5-minute stroll to the village's shops, restaurants, and cafés. Naxos Town is a 10-minute drive away, or you can hop on the local bus that stops just outside the hotel. You'll find free parking as well as EV chargers on-site.

Rooms & Bathrooms

The 30 air-conditioned rooms are furnished in a neutral, somewhat basic style, but a few details like curved doorways, geometric designs, and Aegean-inspired art tie them in with their surroundings. All include anatomic mattresses with premium linens, Nespresso machines, and private balconies. Bathrooms are modern and bright, stocked with luxury Korres toiletries, and most include walk-in showers. Options range from basic doubles to spacious suites with Jacuzzis, plus adjoining rooms for families or groups. Request one of the sea view rooms to get the most out of the setting. 

Amenities

Guests tend to head straight for the hotel's medium-sized outdoor pool, surrounded by a terrace that leads to manicured green lawns and a giant chessboard. The Eastern Star Bar, located poolside, serves local beer, wine, and specialty cocktails. Overlooking the lawn and pool area, the hotel's 1924 restaurant offers all-day dining with a focus on local Naxian products and seafood (you should book ahead on busy weekends or holidays). The included breakfast buffet is served here and out on the adjacent terrace and continues the theme of island products and locally sourced ingredients.

Family-Friendliness