On the picturesque Greek island of Ios, Helena Hotel offers a tranquil retreat near Yialos Beach and Tzamaria Beach. Take in the views from the sunny terrace, connect with WiFi in public areas, or seek assistance with tour tickets.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
Parking available
Air conditioning
Free WiFi
Non-smoking
Main amenities (7)
On the beach
Room service
Terrace
Air conditioning
Front desk safe
Tour/ticket assistance
TV in a common area
Feel at home (6)
Fridge
Private bathroom
Television
Terrace
Free parking nearby
Hairdryer
Room options
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Standard Room, Sea View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Laptop-compatible safe
16 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 2
2 Single Beds
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Standard Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, Garden View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Laptop-compatible safe
24 sq m
Sleeps 3
3 Single Beds
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Family Apartment, Garden View
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Laptop-compatible safe
36 sq m
Beach view
Sleeps 4
4 Single Beds
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Naxos (JNX-Naxos Island National) - 25 miles/40.3 km
Restaurants
Doors - 3 min walk
Enigma - 9 min walk
Cantina Del Mar Village - 16 min walk
Remezzo - 6 min walk
Nutelleria - 17 min walk
About this property
Helena
Helena is a great choice for a stay in Ios. Guests can keep active with nearby scuba-diving.
Languages
English, Greek
At a glance
Hotel size
16 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 20
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The host will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 20
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free off-site parking nearby
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Room service (limited hours)
What to do
On the beach
Scuba-diving nearby
Services
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1971
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Television in common areas
Room amenities
Be entertained
26-inch LCD TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
Food and drink
Fridge
More
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Also known as
Helena Hotel Ios
Helena Ios
Helena Ios
Helena Hotel
Helena Hotel Ios
Frequently asked questions
Does Helena offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Helena does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Helena?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Helena?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Helena?
Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Helena and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as scuba-diving.
What's the area around Helena like?
Helena is in the heart of Ios, a short 4-minute walk from Yialos Beach and 10 minutes' walk from Ios Ferry Port.
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Helena Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.6/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
28 Aug 2023
All good and friendly
Wayne
Wayne, 3-night trip
6/10 Good
17 Jul 2022
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Jul 2022
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
7 Sep 2019
constantin
constantin, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
26 Aug 2019
fotis
fotis, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
17 Aug 2019
Vicinanza al mare. Terrazza all'aperto. Areosa. Silenziosa.
Verified traveller
3-night trip
2/10 Poor
12 Aug 2019
This was by the worst place ive stayed the owner is the lowest rudest obnoxious discracful human in the planet. Caught his twice breaking into room he abused me for drying my shirt on my balcony. He glad raps everything such as the cooler control so you can’t adjust the temp he abused me because I had wet towel in the bathroom then he kicked us out we had no idea why. By far the worst experience I’ve had. Never ever stay here
Andrew
Andrew, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
7 Aug 2019
Camera davvero molto piccola
Non abbiamo avuto particolari esperienze negative nel nostro breve soggiorno di 3 notti presso la struttura, tuttavia la camera e il bagno erano davvero molto piccoli, gestire gli spazi era molto difficile essendo in 2 in camera.
L'ambiente era pulito e il titolare è sempre stato molto cortese con noi
Marco
Marco, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 Aug 2019
Awesome hotel near the port. Owners are extremely nice and welcoming. They go out of their way to accommodate your every need. Walk to the town is around 15 minutes of very steep stairs.
Verified traveller
6-night trip
8/10 Very good
30 Jul 2019
Close to harbour
Friendly owner, very helpful. Would stay here again.
Verified traveller
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
22 Jul 2019
The owners of the property are lovely! We really enjoyed our 4 night stay. The property is only 60m from the beach, 500m walk into the main port and easy bus access to Chora or Mylopotas beach. Rooms are simple but very clean. Thank you so much for making our stay wonderful!
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
20 Jul 2019
Michelle
Michelle, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Jul 2019
Highly recommended
Amazing place to stay. A short 5-10 minute walk from the port. We had a sea view room which was great to wake up to every morning and sit watching the sun set in the evening from the balcony.
The hosts were lovely and nothing was too much trouble.
Ios is relatively unspoilt in spite of having a reputation of a party island. There are lots of practically uninhabited beaches and the beach near Helena was still very quiet. there is of course Myoplatas beach for the party animals. Lots of nice tavernas a short walk from the hotel if you dont want to go up to Chora. We will definitely be back to visit again.
Julie
Julie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Aug 2018
Amazing view
It was s great hotel only 2 minutes walk from the beach the staff were friendly and willing to help with tours and site maps it's near the port also with beautiful restaurants to eat at
stella
stella, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Aug 2018
Férias na Grécia
Place is very cozy and the owners were very welcomem. Located 3 min away from a very popular beach. Also there were a lot of space to park near by.
Carla
Carla, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
25 Jul 2018
Potrebbe anche andare!
Ovviamente non è un hotel. È un albergo ad una stella, se si è consapevoli di questo sappiate che via aspetta una camera di 7 e un bagno di 2 mq piuttosto stretti, mediamente gli spazi sue isole della Grecia sono più o meno questi per una sola camera. I proprietari sono una coppia di anziani e sono gentili, la struttura è a 100 mt dalla spiaggia del porto tranquilla nelle prime ore del mattino, ma po' troppo trafficata dalle mega navi e traghetti da metà mattina in poi è purtroppo piuttosto impattata dalle colonne di fumo derivanti dalle barche e traghetti in partenza. A 400mt al porto trovate gli autobus in partenza per tutte le altre spiagge.
Rapporto qualità/prezzo adeguato.
Filippo
Filippo, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Jul 2018
Great stay in IOS
Perfect location walking distance to the port. Hotel is managed and owned by a local couple who take care of all the guests. Basic clean rooms serviced every day. Beach is very close but I went to Mylopotas Beach via bus each day as Far Out Beach club is there for all the daytime action. There are restaurants, bakeries, shops, and a convenience store within walking distance. The town is close, but uphill via steps or the bus which is convenient and comes by every 25 minutes or so. I usually walked from town down the steps with no problem. This is a great hotel for a home base in IOS. I highly recommend staying here.
Timothy
Timothy, 5-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2017
Clean, friendly, close to beach
Friendly, quick check in. Very clean, nice surroundings, very close to the beach.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2017
Very kind owners. The room was large enough with a fridge which is appreciated. Room clean
chris
chris, 3-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
3 Aug 2017
Marit Helene Grinden
Marit Helene Grinden, 1-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
8/10 Very good
11 Jul 2017
Verified traveller
5-night trip
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
4/10 Fair
6 Sep 2016
The hotel is alright for a very short stay and only for sleeping there if you are an early nighter. "Kitchen" was nearly unexistant (an electric fire and a sink) and staff not very keen. Its 20mins away for the village to which you get going up eternal steps or 5mins by bus
Verified traveller
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
2/10 Poor
31 Jul 2016
Sporca
zona scomodissima dal centro, scarafaggi in camera: uno schifo
Emanuele
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
31 Jul 2016
Sandro
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jul 2016
Hôtel parfait
Très bel hôtel situé à 2 minutes de la très belle plage de Gyalos et des petits restaurants qui l'entourent et à une dizaine de minutes à pied du port. Chambre très propre, mais assez petite, avec lit confortable et Wi-fi fonctionnel. Le personnel est hyper sympathique, très honnête et très serviable. L'hôtel est situé à environ 10 minutes en voiture de la Chora et à environ 15 minutes en voiture de la plage de Mylopotas où sont situés les bars et beachclubs. Emplacement parfait si vous souhaitez être un peu à l'écart de la Chora d'Ios et profitez des plages de Gyalos et de Koumpara (plus venteuse, à environ 7 minutes). Service de transport gratuit vers le port disponible lors de votre départ. Nous avons adoré.