Visitors say
Spacious and clean room and bathroom. Confortable large bed and a LOVELY balcony. Great location, next to the beach and market and...normal rates. Special thanks to Mrs. Gallinou that made my stay memorable!
Extremely satisfied, really impressed. Very clean, nicely decorated rooms. Polite and helpful staff. The owner has made a great job offering a great place to stay in Eresos.
About
Galini Hotel is a welcoming accommodation option situated in Skala Eresou, the charming seaside village on the western coast of Lesvos. Skala Eresou is renowned for its long sandy beach, relaxed atmosphere, and its fame as the birthplace of the ancient poet Sappho, making it one of the island's most culturally significant destinations. The Galini Hotel places guests at the heart of this vibrant village, offering easy access to the waterfront tavernas, shops, and the gentle lapping waves of the Aegean.
As a hotel in this idyllic coastal setting, Galini provides visitors with a comfortable base from which to explore everything Skala Eresou has to offer. Guests can spend their days on the sweeping beach, wander through the village's laid-back streets, or venture inland to discover the ancient ruins of Eressos and the surrounding countryside. The hotel's location makes it equally suited to those seeking a quiet retreat and those who wish to immerse themselves in the local life and culture of western Lesvos, a part of the island that feels wonderfully unhurried compared to busier tourist areas.
Before you go
What to expect
Staying here puts you within walking distance of one of Lesvos's longest sandy beaches and a village that moves at its own unhurried pace. Mornings are quiet — coffee on the waterfront, a swim before the sun climbs too high — and evenings draw everyone to the tavernas along the seafront. The connection to Sappho gives the place a literary and cultural undercurrent that sets it apart from purely resort-oriented spots.
Best time to visit
June through September for swimming; May and October offer milder temperatures and a noticeably quieter beach.
How to get there
Skala Eresou is roughly an hour's drive west from Mytilene, winding through olive groves and inland villages before the road descends to the coast.
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eleni krontira
July 2025
Spacious and clean room and bathroom. Confortable large bed and a LOVELY balcony. Great location, next to the beach and market and...normal rates. Special thanks to Mrs. Gallinou that made my stay memorable!
Stella Rikaniadi
June 2025
Hotel Galini was an amazing hotel. Personnel was very kind and thoughtful particular Mr Michalis reception manager and Mrs. Eleni, kitchen responsible. Breakfast was made with love and it was delicious. I wholeheartedly recommend this Hotel for your vacation in Eressos Lesvos Nick and Stella
sadık çayan
July 2024
We stayed at Lesvos Galini Hotel for a week, and it was a fantastic experience. The breakfast was exceptional, with a wide variety of delicious options. The women running the place were incredibly kind and attentive, making us feel right at home. Their hospitality truly made our stay memorable. Highly recommended!
ΜΙΧΑΛΗΣ ΠΑΝΑΓΙΩΤΟΠΟΥΛΟΣ
June 2024
Extremely satisfied, really impressed. Very clean, nicely decorated rooms. Polite and helpful staff. The owner has made a great job offering a great place to stay in Eresos.
Birgit Lemcke
May 2024
A Beautiful Place with very friendly people. Perfect Location, clean and charming rooms with balkony. Very good breakfast. Highly recommended
Katharina Satlow
August 2021
Galini Hotel is run by Fani Galini as a true family enterprise in the best meaning. As a result a large group of guests return (nearly) every year. This leads to many happy reunions at the delicious breakfast buffet. The clean rooms are well equipped with comfortable, recently updated beds, air conditioning, a good internet connection and nice balconies. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Even arrivals late in the night are no problem. Someone will stay awake. The included breakfast buffet consists of local food, e.g. cakes from the village bakery, fruit and vegetables and even specialties like fig sirup. We're already looking forward to our next stay!
Alex Simits
August 2021
Ms. Fani has been extremely accomodating and approachable. The breakfast is tasty and varied, served at a lovely sunny little terrace. The stuff have all been very courteous and friendly. The bed is comfortable and the aircon is mild and perfect for sleeping. All in all, a great experience! We'll sure be back!
Owner Response
Thank you for your kind words. We will be happy to offer you our hospitality again. Fani Galinou
olympia le pew
August 2019
Lovely rooms to let! Simple but clean. They cleaned our room and changed our sheets often! The rooms are so close to the beach! The only disadvantage was the bad wifi signal in our room. The owner is very nice and everyone who works there as well!!!
Michael Kaloyanides
March 2018
Stayed at the Galini with a family party of 11 in 2014. My maternal grandmother was born and raised in Eressos. We all loved the hotel. It was clean, welcoming, convenient and inexpensive.
julia peter
October 2016
A special place and a special owner, a various breakfast with home made jams, the melon jam was awesome, a very clean hotel with large and cozy private balcony. The staff takes care of extra needs too. Parking place at 1 min., beach, restaurants and shops at 2 min. walk. Thank you Fany for your warm heart and your professional approach. I felt like home. I`m looking forward to see you next year, kisses. :)
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