Aumkara Apartments and Studios
Visitors say
Very helpful host, comfortable clean room with a terrace, very close to the beach, and of course great rooftop hangout area!
The roof terrace is spectacular. The rooms are immaculate. The service is exactly right, the location is as good as you can get. I've booked again for September. Thank you
About
Nestled in the tranquil eastern reaches of Lesvos near the quiet village of Chliara, Aumkara Apartments and Studios offers a peaceful base for travelers seeking an authentic escape from the well-trodden tourist trail. This part of the island is characterized by gentle hills, olive groves, and the unhurried rhythms of traditional Greek rural life, making it an ideal setting for those who want to slow down and absorb the island's natural beauty at their own pace.
The self-catering apartments and studios provide guests with the independence and flexibility that a holiday on Lesvos truly rewards. With your own space to return to after a day of exploration, you can visit the nearby coast, venture into the island's medieval capital of Mytilene, or make the journey to the petrified forest in the west — all without the constraints of hotel schedules. The surrounding landscape invites morning walks through olive-scented countryside and quiet evenings watching the light shift over the Aegean.
For visitors who prefer immersion over resort comforts, Aumkara represents exactly the kind of understated accommodation that lets the island itself take center stage. Staying close to a village like Chliara means encountering the real texture of Lesbian life — local tavernas, unhurried conversations, and a sense that the place has not been packaged for tourism. It is the kind of stay that lingers in the memory long after the journey home.
Before you go
What to expect
Staying at Aumkara means settling into the rhythm of a working olive-grove landscape — quiet mornings, the occasional sound of bells from a distant hillside, and evenings with no particular agenda. The self-catering setup suits travellers who want to treat Lesvos as a home base rather than a resort, coming and going on their own schedule.
Best time to visit
Late spring (May–June) and September are ideal — warm enough to explore but before the full summer heat; July and August are peak season and can be very hot this far into the western interior.
How to get there
Chliara is in the western part of Lesvos, roughly an hour or more by car from Mytilene depending on the route you take; a rental car is all but essential for staying in this part of the island.
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Visitor Reviews
Costanza Ferrari
May 2025
What a lovely place! Located just a few metres from the beach, this accommodation is perfect for tranquility and relaxation. The apartments were immaculately clean and comfortable. Stunning terrace on the rooftop where we enjoyed reading and napping 😊 Maria and Sofia are welcoming and so very friendly. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Owner Response
Thank you fro the view Constanza! We hope you will visit us again soon!
Karolina Denning
October 2023
Pristine cleanliness. Close to sea. Lovely housekeeper.
Kristiyana Kalcheva
May 2023
Very helpful host, comfortable clean room with a terrace, very close to the beach, and of course great rooftop hangout area!
Owner Response
Hi Kristiyana Thank you for the review! It was a pleasure to have you stay and we look forward to seeing you back at Aumkara soon! All the best Maria and Sofia
nicola mitchell
June 2022
The roof terrace is spectacular. The rooms are immaculate. The service is exactly right, the location is as good as you can get. I've booked again for September. Thank you
Owner Response
Thanks for the review Nicola and we look forward to welcoming you back to Aumkara and Skala!
Steve Simmons
June 2019
Lovely clean and quiet apartments. Relaxing sun terrace and very close to sea.
Owner Response
Thank you Steve!
Jo Wood
May 2019
Peaceful and really close to the beach. Really well looked after by the wonderful Maria and Sofia xx
Owner Response
Thank you for the review We are always happy to hear that guests enjoyed staying at Aumkara
Paulo Louro
June 2018
Couldn't ask for more from the landlady and even if it wasn't a upscale apartment, we had a nice bottle of greek white wine, a bottle of water and 2 cheese butties in the fridge on our arrival, Maria dealt with the transfers and the taxi driver even if he had not a perfect English, we were informed of all the villages and the touristic places that we were passing by. Maria was the lady managing the apartment and straight away she offer us some of the herbs and vegetables that they have in pots outside. A thing to remember just turn the air con when you leave for dinner cos it really does the job. Thanks
99Neenie
June 2017
Aumkara Apartments are excellent. Maria is a wonderful host. The rooms are spacious, clean and REALLY close to the beach and nightlife but far enough away so you get a decent nights sleep! Lovely roof top terrace, balconies and peaceful gardens all add to the attraction of the apartments. A book exchange available as well as wifi. Great value for money
simona albu
June 2017
Maria is very hospitable and Sofia does an amazing job keeping all place clean.
Colette Jenkins
May 2016
So happy with my accommodation, not only are the apartments immaculately clean,we'll proportioned, and a stone's throw from the sea, the owners George and valia are on hand to make your stay a memorable one. Everyone effort is made to make you feel welcome, and one of the family. I would happily recommend this accommodation to anyone wanting the personal touch, a true home from home!
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