Location
Niriedes hotel on Sifnos Island is located above the longest beach on the southern side of the island called Platys Gialos.
Platys Gialos is one of the most popular tourist places on Sifnos. The beach has soft sand and crystal water, while it is lined by fresh fish taverns, Greek and international restaurants, and few coffee shops and beach bars.
Part of the beach is organized with sun beds and umbrellas, while the other part is more secluded. Frequent buses connect Platys Gialos with the capital Apollonia, the port in Kamares and close towns/beaches.
Sifnos Island
A lovely island with intense Cycladic character, Sifnos is located on the western side of the Aegean Sea. This is an island perfect for all ages and preferences: families who want to relax or young people interested in nightlife. The sandy beaches, the picturesque villages, the fresh fish taverns by the sea, the small churches, the gorgeous view from various spots and the traditional ceramic workshops of Sifnos amaze visitors.
The capital is Apollonia, a beautiful village with small whitewashed houses and paved paths. A very picturesque village is also Kastro, with the characteristic small church of Seven Martyrs at the entrance of the village. Kamares is the main port of the island, which receives ferries from Piraeus (Athens) and other Cycladic islands. Wonderful beaches to swim are Platys Gialos, Faros, Chrissopigi and Vathy, on the southern side of the island. Book your ferry tickets and Travel to Sifnos!