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Bang on Hydra’s only sandy bay, Mandraki, this five-star, adults-only resort wears its historic setting lightly.
Originally, the 200-year-old property was the home of Admiral Miaoulis, who led Hydra’s fleet into battle during the Greek War of Independence. Fortified Mandraki bay was the base for Hydra’s navy, and battle ships were built on the beach. Now plush sunbeds line the shallow bay, and you can eat sushi while you sunbathe.
The 17 minimalist suites and waterfront cabanas have beamed ceilings, arched windows, stone walls and soft lighting.
It’s a 3-minute boat ride or a 20-minute stroll from the animated café life of Hydra’s harbour, but it feels a world away.
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Hydra, Greek Islands, Greece[1.6 miles]
Housed in the historic naval academy, this annual contemporary art exhibition features an intriguing mix of emerging Greek and established international artists, including the likes of Tracey Emin, Vic Muniz, Juergen Teller and Brice Marden. Runs June-September
Best for ages: 18+ | Free | 4 months
Hydra, Greek Islands, Greece[1.8 miles]
Tucked away behind the harbour, it serves divine home-made pistachio and strawberry ice cream. Flora grows her own fruit and nuts on the nearby islet of Dokos.
Best for ages: 4+ | Free
Hydra, Greek Islands, Greece[2 miles]
Near Leonard Cohen’s old house is the former home of the late painter Panayiotis Tetsis – an evocative trove of tender portraits and luminous landscapes of Hydra. Downstairs, the general store run by his grandparents has been preserved as they left it, with dusty bottles of cherry brandy and hand-dipped beeswax candles.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
Hydra, Greek Islands, Greece[2.9 miles]
Hike up to the dramatic, remote monastery of Profitis Ilias, for phenomenal views of the harbour and the Peloponnese.
Best for ages: 13+ | Free | 2+ hours
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Greek Islands, Greece
Greece’s only car-free island is a perfectly preserved sanctuary for aspiring artists, art collectors, and affluent Athenians.
