Vicky Studios ,Lesvos
Visitors say
Excellent. The best in Skala Kallonis. Marianthi and her mother are great hosts. Tasteful decoration and perfect garden. Our only choice in Lesbos if the sea of Gulf of Kalloni was not so shallow and muddy:(
Beautiful and quiet place with a lovely garden! Big appartement with very comfortable beds and everything you need. Cleaning everyday and we've got some fresh fruits from the garden :-) loved the place and the atmosphere!
About
Vicky Studios offers comfortable self-catering accommodation in the heart of Skala Kalloni, one of Lesvos's most rewarding bases for exploring the island's natural wonders. Skala Kalloni sits at the edge of the Kalloni Gulf, a shallow, sheltered inlet celebrated across Europe as one of the finest birdwatching destinations on the Mediterranean flyway. Staying at a studio here puts guests within easy reach of the salt pans, wetlands, and reed beds that attract hundreds of species during spring and autumn migrations, making it a natural choice for nature lovers and birdwatchers who want a practical, well-located home away from home.
The studios provide guests with the independence and flexibility that self-catering accommodation affords — a welcome relief after long days in the field or on the beach. The nearby seafront promenade of Skala Kalloni offers a lively selection of tavernas serving fresh fish hauled in from the gulf, and the village has all the amenities a traveler needs without the bustle of the larger resorts. With the olive groves, traditional villages, and historic sites of central Lesvos all within a short drive, Vicky Studios serves as a genuine gateway to the quieter, more authentic side of the island.
Before you go
What to expect
Skala Kalloni is a low-key fishing village where the salt pans, reed beds, and gulf water are all within a short walk, and the pace is set by early-rising birdwatchers and sardine boats rather than resort crowds. Having your own kitchen and a base to return to makes a real difference when days start before sunrise and end late over grilled fish at a harbour-side table. The light across the gulf is famously flat and silvery — birders come for the species, but most end up lingering for the atmosphere too.
Best time to visit
April and May are outstanding for spring bird migration; September and October bring a second wave, while July and August suit those coming mainly for the beach and taverna evenings.
How to get there
Skala Kalloni is about 32 km from Mytilene, a drive of roughly 35–40 minutes along the main road that crosses the centre of the island.
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Visitor Reviews
Berk Karahan
June 2025
Best place I ever stay in the island. So clean and very kind owners.
James Harvey Smith
September 2022
We stayed at Vicki's studio very helpful Lady in our accommodation, Could not ask for more, 10 minutes to Beech.
PINAR ERGÜZEN
September 2019
Excellent. The best in Skala Kallonis. Marianthi and her mother are great hosts. Tasteful decoration and perfect garden. Our only choice in Lesbos if the sea of Gulf of Kalloni was not so shallow and muddy:(
Notis Koundouris
September 2019
I loved the place because it was everything it advertised to be.A quiet apartment in a quiet garden just a short walk from the sea.The room was spotless and had everything I needed.All items were new and the place was tidied up every day by a wonderful Mrs Helen I who is welcoming and kind like few I ever met.You can park in the garden that's full of fruit baring trees and there are flower beds everywhere.Each appartment has its own little sitting area with shade and clothes lines to hang a wet bathing costume.The extra wide double bed was a treat.Would definitely go back for the rooms and kindnes shown to me.
Veerle Hoegaerts
May 2019
Lovely place, basic stay and not that much basics to cook. Only one pan and one pot. The room was super clean, every day again the bed was made, the bathroom and toilet cleaned and our dishes done. Extremely friendly host, really nice people!
Mara Spiegl
September 2018
Beautiful and quiet place with a lovely garden! Big appartement with very comfortable beds and everything you need. Cleaning everyday and we've got some fresh fruits from the garden :-) loved the place and the atmosphere!
Owner Response
Thank you for your review and your nice words.
Brith Kyhn
July 2018
Good things first: the pool area is nice and the hotel manager/ and the Rio. Was nice and clean This is a family run hotel but only the oldest son ever treated us with any kind of hospitality. The rest of the family never greeted us, or smiled at us. One night the father even came up to us, and yelled at us in Greek. We assume we did something wrong, but he would not explain what was wrong and neither would anyone else. We had breakfast and dinner included in the price. Now that was a mistake. Mornings were the same every day, except with a variation of eggs. But the same old cereal and stale bread. One night we were even served mouldy dinner. Mouldy!! If you stay here, eat at the restaurant across the hotel. They know what they are doing.
Owner Response
You have made a mistake. Your comment does not concern our own accommodation.
Yavuz Cam
August 2017
The best place in Lesvos Clean,silent and friendly owners At the heart of the island,you can easily reach everywhere. Thank you for everything Drakopoulou family 😊
Owner Response
We are really proud to receive the best feedback from you and we sincerely hope to have you here again in the future as one of our valued guest.<br><br>Kindest Regards,
Panos Chatzimathios
August 2017
Friendly people, very clean and tidy room, quiet place surrounded with lot of trees and flowers. It'll be a great memory.
Owner Response
Dear Chatzimathios,<br>Thank you for taking the time to share your review regarding your recent stay at Vicky Studios .<br><br>It was a great pleasure having you as our guest and we are looking forward to welcoming you back soon to Vicky Studios .
Paolo Zanella (ZanPa Photos)
August 2016
We stayed about 4 week in this structure. It was clean and well done. All the necessity of an apartment are available. All the apartments are at ground floor, are modern and are surrounded by garden. But the real added value is the family that handle the area. Yanis, the owner , Eleni, his wife, and Marianthi, his beautiful daughter, are helpful, friendly and they solve any problem you can have. The position is central in Lesbos so, with a car, you can reach the farther part of island (Sigri, Erasou,Plomari) In 1:15-1:45 hours. Vatera, Mithilene, Petra and the north-west island area in about 45 minutes.
Owner Response
Dear Paolo,<br>We would like to thank you for your precious comments and for sharing your experience with us .<br>We are happy that you have enjoyed your stay with us , at Vicky Studios and that you have appreciated the unique concept of our property.
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