Skala
Skala is a sea resort in South Kefalonia.
Get in
KTEL run infrequent buses to/from Argostoli and other towns.
See
Skala is well known for its fantastic beach (one of the largest sandy beaches of Kefalonia). Being the largest resort of the southern part of Kefalonia, Skala welcomes thousands of visitors every summer, who come to enjoy the large sandy beach of the village and its crystalline waters boarded by pine trees. Make sure to visit the old village Skala in the hills - about an hours walk up the hill.
On the edge of the village remain some interesting ruins of a Roman villa where a magnificent mosaic floor can still be admired.
Here, the wide Kaminia beach is ideal for families with young children, as the shallow waters of the golden, sandy beach provide for a safe swim.Potamakia is also a wide beach, its fine and warm sand have made it the home of the Mediterranean turtle Caretta - Caretta.
Loutraki beach lies between the cape of Mounta and the Rocks of Spithi: the sea here is famous for its clear, deep blue and exceptionally warm waters. The picturesque villages of Alimatas, Koutrokoy, Fanies and Spathi lie a short distance out of Old Skala.
Do
Skala is set on a very long golden sandy beach on the southernmost tip of the island, 37 km from the island's capital and is the most renowned beach resort of Kefalonia. The distinguishing feature of Skala is the forest of pine trees which separates the land from the sea. Its lovely beach is a mixture of sand and shingle which stretches for miles along the coast towards the resort and port of Poros 12 km away. You have a choice of lively beachlife with its beachside snack bars, sunbed and beach umbrellas for hire and water sports, or you can opt for the quieter beach by walking along the shoreline until you find your own secluded piece of paradise. You really will know you have got away from the beach crowd when one of the local cows starts grazing at grassy bank of your personal sand dune!
In the village and resort of Skala you will find a selection of tavernas, restaurants, bars and supermarkets to cater for all your needs along the main street which leads down to a small square.
Skala is an ideal resort for walkers who can discover a wealth of natural beauty in the surrounding countryside and wonder at the Roman mosaic floors found in the middle of a sun-lit olive grove.
The local scuba diving school Bubbles offers various diving programs for young and old and organises snorkelling trips.
Take a trip on the local glass bottom boat Nautilus with Captain Vangellis who is the owner and guide of this boat. Cruises set off at mid-day and take about an hour with small groups to the shipwreck of Perseus and the beach at Mounda where you may see turtles
Take the Skala 'train' from the village square and for €3.50 for the half an hour journey, you can travel in leisurely style along the coast to San Georgio Hotel.
Transfer time from the airport about 2 hours.
Buy
Eat
Drink
in addition to its uniquely beautiful landscape and beaches, southeastern Kefalonia offers extensive dining and entertainment facilities that will make your holiday enjoyable.
In any one of the many picturesque restaurants and taverns in Skala you will enjoy a tasty meal by the sea or in the natural shade of a thick vine. The charming cafés found along the seafront offer cooling moments of relaxation throughout the day. In the evening you'll enjoy your drinks in one of the numerous bars offering unique décor and atmosphere.
During the summer months there is a series of concerts, cultural events and festivals that will entertain you and give you the opportunity enjoy the region's unique traditions.
- [dead link] Captains bar, skala. Fabulous cocktails.
- [dead link] Michaels Bar (Drinking in Skala). Fantastic cocktails and music all year round
Sleep
- Marel, ☏ +30 2671 083427-8, fax: +30 2671 2671 083426.
- Aloni VIllas, Ratzakli, ☏ +30 2671083145. Quietly situated 4 km outside Skala
Budget
- Pelagos Bay Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83603, fax: +30 26710 83600. 2-star hotel
- Skala Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83202, +30 26710 83225. 2-star hotel
- 1 Paspalis Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83140, +30 26710 83160, +30 6972 336053 (Mobile), fax: +30 26710 83611, info@paspalishotel.com. 2-star hotel Built: 1995. Renovated: 2005
- Ocean View Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83391, fax: +30 26710 83462, info@oceanviewkefalonia.com. 2-star hotel
- 2 Zephyros Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83195, +30 6977 627944 (Mobile), info@zephyroshotel.gr. 2-star hotel Operating period: May - Oct
- 3 Captains House, skala, ☏ +30 26710 83389, fax: +30 26710 83377, info@captainshouse.net. 2-star hotel built in 1987, renovated in 2008 Small bargain bed and breakfast in center of Skala.
- Anassa Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83070, +30 26710 83115. 2-star hotel. Operating period: May - Oct
- 4 Marina Bay Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83592, +30 6944 737988 (Mobile), fax: +30 26710 83083, info@marinabay.gr. 2-star hotel
- Aeolos Beach Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83002, fax: +30 26710 83003, info@HotelAeolos.gr. 2-star hotel
- 5 Tara Beach Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83250, +30 26710 83341, fax: +30 26710 83344, tarabeach@tarabeach.gr. 2-star hotel Built: 1986 Operating period: May - Oct
Mid-range
- Mounda Beach Hotel, ☏ +30 26710 83151, +30 6932 486617 (Mobile), fax: +30 26710 83159. 3-star hotel Built: 1996. Operating period: May - Oct
Splurge
- Apostolata Island Resort & Spa, ☏ +30 26710 83581, fax: +30 26710 83583, apostolata@apostolata.gr. 5-star hotel. Built: 2001, Renovated: 2009. Operating period: Apr - Oct
- 6 Regina Dell Acqua Resort, ☏ +30 26710 83390, fax: +30 26710 83393. 5-star hotel
- Porto Skala Hotel & Village, ☏ +30 2671 083501-6, fax: +30 26710 83500, info@portoskala.com. 4-star hotel Built: 1997, Renovated: 2004
- 7 Tesoro Blu Hotel & Spa, ☏ +30 26710 83056, fax: +30 26710 83544, info@tesoroblu.com. 4-star hotel Operating period: May - Oct
- San Giorgio Hotel & Apartments, ☏ +30 26710 83267, +30 6944-462979 (Mobile), fax: +30 26710 83557, info@sangiorgiohotel.gr. 4-star hotel Built in 1995, renovated in 2009 Operating period: May - Oct
Connect
Area code is 2671