Iris apartment by the sea

Iris apartment by the sea sits in Epanomi, a coastal village roughly 30 kilometers southeast of Thessaloniki, placing guests at the edge of the Thermaic Gulf rather than in the city itself. With a three-star rating and a near-perfect score of 9.8 from guests, this small seaside property appeals to travelers who want proximity to Greece's second-largest city without the noise and density of urban accommodation. The beachfront location is the defining feature here: guests are not a short walk from the water — they are directly on it.

The surrounding area is quiet and low-key, with Epanomi known more among Greeks than international tourists, which gives the stay a less packaged, more grounded character. This is the kind of place that suits couples or small families looking for a few days of coastal calm, perhaps using Thessaloniki for day trips rather than as a base. The village has local tavernas and a relaxed rhythm that fits that pace of travel well.

For guests arriving by car — which is the practical choice given the village's distance from public transit — the free on-site parking removes a logistical friction that matters when you are settling in after a drive from the airport or the city. Checking in after a long journey and stepping out onto a beachfront terrace the same evening is a reasonable expectation here. The non-smoking rooms and free Wi-Fi are standard at this level, but the sea-facing position is not, and for guests whose priority is waking up to open water, that distinction carries the stay.