Plaza Palace Hotel

hotel

4.5(55 reviews)

Anaxos Skoutarou

About

Situated near the resort village of Anaxos on the northwestern coast of Lesvos, Plaza Palace Hotel occupies one of the island's most enviable settings, just a short distance from the long sandy beach that has made this stretch of coastline a favorite among sun-seekers. The northwest of Lesvos is a particularly beautiful corner of the island, with the medieval castle town of Molyvos visible along the coast and the dramatic Aegean horizon stretching toward the Turkish shore. Guests arriving at Plaza Palace can expect the warmth and hospitality that defines accommodation on the island, combined with convenient access to the beach and the relaxed café culture of the surrounding village.

As a hotel in this part of Lesvos, Plaza Palace Hotel serves as a comfortable base for exploring both the natural and cultural riches of the northwest. Day trips from here can take visitors to the Byzantine castle of Mithymna, the petrified forest of the western peninsula, or the picturesque harbor town of Petra with its iconic rock chapel. After a day of exploration, returning to a well-positioned hotel near Anaxos means easy evenings by the waterfront, fresh seafood at local tavernas, and the unhurried pace of island life that keeps visitors coming back to Lesvos year after year.

Before you go

What to expect

Plaza Palace sits close enough to Anaxos beach that you can hear the Aegean from the terrace, with Molyvos castle visible along the coast on clear days. It works well as a base rather than just a room — guests tend to split their days between the long sandy beach and short drives to Petra or Mithymna. The pace here is genuinely unhurried: evening meals at waterfront tavernas, cool northwest breezes, and little incentive to rush anywhere.

Best time to visit

Late May through September is the swim season; July and August bring the most visitors, while June and September offer the same warmth with noticeably fewer crowds.

How to get there

From Mytilene, head northwest toward Kalloni and then follow signs toward Petra and Anaxos — the drive is roughly 50–55 km and takes about an hour by car. The northwest coast is not well-served by direct public buses from Mytilene, so a rental car or taxi is the most practical option.