Kos beaches
Mastihari beach
Windsurfing, Sandy, Family Friendly, Well-Organized, WatersportsLocation: 27 km southwest of Kos Town
Description: Mastihari is an exotic setting with soft, white sand and emerald water. It is one of the busiest coasts on the island and many windsurfing centers are located along it.
Thermes beach
Pebbled, Well-OrganizedLocation: 12 km south of Kos Town
Description: Thermes is a small cove with black volcanic pebbles and towering cliffs. As its name indicates, it boasts a natural thermal spring offering the ultimate open-air wellness experience.
Kefalos beach
Well-Organized, Windsurfing, Watersports, Wheelchair accessible, Family Friendly, SandyLocation: 40 km southwest of Kos Town
Description: Kefalos Beach is a long and sandy cove on the southern side of the island. At the entrance of the cove lies the picturesque Kastri islet.
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Agios Stefanos beach
Family Friendly, Pebbled, Well-Organized, WatersportsLocation: 35 km south of Kos Town
Description: A large and organized beach on the southern side of the island, Agios Stefanos is a nice family resort.
Paradise beach
Partly-Organized, Sandy, Nudism-FriendlyLocation: 30 km south of Kos Town
Description: Paradise is a large cove with clean waters surrounded by lush greenery. It is organized and particularly busy in summer.
Kardamena Beach
Well-Organized, Diving Club, Watersports, Wheelchair accessible, Family Friendly, Sandy, PartyLocation: 28 km southwest of Kos Town
Description: The beach of Kardamena always gets busy in summer, as this is the liveliest tourist resort on the island. Its crystal waters and facilities attract many visitors.
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Lambi beach
Sandy, Family Friendly, Well-Organized, WatersportsLocation: 3 km north of Kos Town
Description: Lambi is a popular shore close to Kos Town. It is well-organized with sun beds, umbrellas, and many tourist facilities.
Marmari beach
Partly-Organized, Sandy, Family FriendlyLocation: 20 km southwest of Kos Town
Description: Marmari is a popular beach on the northern side of the island. It is located between Tigaki and Mastihari.
Tigaki beach
Sandy, Family Friendly, Well-OrganizedLocation: 11 km west of Kos Town
Description: Tigaki is a long, sandy beach near the island's capital. The waters there are crystal and shallow.
Psalidi beach
Diving Club, Windsurfing, Family Friendly, Pebbled, Well-Organized, WatersportsLocation: 4 km southeast of Kos Town
Description: This is a lovely picturesque cove near Kos Town. Some beach bars are located along the coast, offering umbrellas.
Camel beach
Family Friendly, Pebbled, Well-Organized, Nudism-FriendlyLocation: 30 km southwest of Kos Town
Description: Camel is actually a small, rocky cove. It is organized and has clean water, so it attracts visitors.
Agios Fokas beach
Partly-Organized, Family Friendly, PebbledLocation: 8 km southeast of Kos Town
Description: Agios Fokas is slowly developing into a tourist resort. Near Kos Town and with a lovely beach, Agios Fokas is surrounded by many tourist facilities.
Kamari beach
Partly-Organized, Sandy, Family FriendlyLocation: 45 km south of Kos Town
Description: This small shore is surrounded by huge, green cliffsides. Some parts are organized, while others are remote.
Lagades beach
Partly-Organized, Sandy, Family Friendly, SecludedLocation: 35 km southwest of Kos Town
Description: Lagades is situated in the Gulf of Kefalos. It is not organized and has some tamarisk bushes along the coast.
Lambi Mylos beach
Party, Sandy, Family Friendly, Well-OrganizedLocation: 3 km north of Kos Town
Description: This is part of the large Lambi beach, just in front of a windmill. This area is organized with beach bars and many watersports centers.
Limnionas beach
Sandy, Family Friendly, Well-OrganizedLocation: 42 km northwest of Kos Town
Description: Although it is organized with sunbeds and umbrellas, Limnionas is a calm place where you can relax.
Marmari Limnaria beach
Windsurfing, Sandy, Family Friendly, Well-Organized, WatersportsLocation: 15 km southwest of Kos Town
Description: This is a popular windsurfing spot on the island. The winds that blow on the northern side make these beaches ideal for watersports.
Polemi beach
Partly-Organized, Sandy, Nudism-FriendlyLocation: 32 km south of Kos Town
Description: Polemi (or Magic) boasts fine sand and lovely waters. The sea is calmer here than on the northern side of the island.
Psilos Gremos beach
Sandy, Family Friendly, Well-Organized, Watersports, Nudism-FriendlyLocation: 32 km southwest of Kos Town
Description: Located in the Gulf of Kefalos, this large beach is organized and offers many chances for watersport activities.
Town beach
Pebbled, Well-Organized, Small Harbor, WatersportsLocation: In a walking distance from Kos Town
Description: This is a suitable alternative if you want to stay close to the port. There are many hotels and restaurants around.
Agios Theologos beach
Windsurfing, Secluded, SandyDescription: The secluded Agios Theologos is a rocky beach with crystalline waters. It is ideal for windsurfing enthusiasts and is renowned for its stunning sunsets, which you can admire while enjoying traditional delicacies at a nearby tavern.
