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- Luxury Partner Hotel
- Magnificent sea views from all suites
- Private terraces with pool, plunge pool or jacuzzi
- Walking distance to beach
- 10min walk to Vathy
- Flexible stays available (minimum 3 nights)
Just beyond the private island of Skorpios, where Jacqui Kennedy famously married Aristotle Onassis in 1968, and only a short hop across the water from Lefkada, Meganissi is an astonishingly beautiful setting for a discreetly glamorous getaway. And if astonishing beauty and a touch of glamour are what you’re after, you’ll be hard pushed to beat the Azur Retreat, our chic, contemporary Partner Hotel overlooking the dazzling waters of Vathy Bay.
Set into the hillside above the little coast road that meanders from Spartochori to Vathy, each stunning contemporary suite is stylishly appointed, offering uninterrupted sea views from its own private terrace complete with pool, plunge pool or jacuzzi. Striking design and attention to detail elevate the experience beyond the everyday, combined with the consummate service of a high-end boutique hotel. Blissfully romantic for couples, all suites have sumptuous king-size beds, generous living space and bathrooms stocked with an indulgent selection of Molton Brown toiletries; Azur Suites can also accommodate two extra single beds for a sophisticated family break.
Attractively landscaped pathways and terraces connect the hotel suites to the communal areas, which include a magnificent infinity pool and delightful restaurant and bar serving drinks and snacks on the terrace throughout the day. Daily breakfast is served here until 11am and in the evenings the hotel’s celebrated chef prepares a mouth-watering array of innovative dishes with his unique take on the flavours of Greek and Mediterranean cuisine. Enjoying a meal in such elegant and intimate surroundings overlooking the water is a privilege in itself, but as a decadent alternative, room service is available from 11am to 11pm for those who prefer to take in the spectacle from the privacy of their terrace.
When a little extra pampering is required, guests are welcome to use the sauna and steam room and the hotel spa offers a range of relaxing treatments to melt away the last vestiges of the life you’ve left behind. For wellness with a view, the hotel gym is a tranquil haven overlooking the brilliant blue Ionian water and the hotel concierge will be happy to arrange a personal trainer or yoga instruction, subject to availability.
A five-minute walk from the hotel leads to the local beach or the lovely harbour in Vathy with its pretty waterfront tavernas and bars; though it’s a sleepy place at heart, the ebb and flow of splendid yachts and cruisers has ensured the dining options here are excellent. Slightly further afield, Spartochori sits high above Spilia Bay and is home to a couple of lovely traditional tavernas but elsewhere, Meganissi remains as untouched a place as you could hope to find, and life goes on as it has done for centuries. Whether you chose to explore the numerous beaches and hidden coves on foot, by car, or by boat, uncovering its secrets is a joy and a stay at the Azur Retreat is the icing on the cake.
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Tourist tax
In Greece, a tourist tax may apply at your accommodation which will be payable locally, in cash, during the course of your holiday. Please use the link to view details specific to your accommodation. View tourist tax rates here.
Villa barbecues
Many of our villas have a barbecue provided. However, use of barbecues may be restricted or prohibited during the main summer season in order to comply with local regulations.
Accommodation
Layout
- Levels 2, 3 or 4 - Azur Suites; 32 to 34m2 (sleep 2-4) with private pool; steps up from reception: level 2=43 steps, level 3=69 to 73 steps, level 4=93 to 95 steps
- Level 4 - Lazuline Suites; 30m2 (sleep 2) with mini pool; 43 steps up from reception
- Level 5 - Sapphire Suites; 34m2 (sleep 2) with Jacuzzi; 120 steps up from reception
General
- Reception and concierge services
- A la carte breakfast included - served 8am to 11am daily
- Luxury toiletries in all suites
- Bar and restaurant serving drinks and snacks throughout the day
- Dinner served 7pm to 11pm daily (payable locally)
- Housekeeping twice daily
- Nespresso machine in all bedrooms
- Complimentary WiFi
- Hotel pool towels provided
- Spa open 10am to 7pm with selection of treatments available (payable locally)
- Gym
- Steam room and sauna
- Boat rental (payable locally)
- Shared swimming pool
Please note: due to the number of steps, Azur Retreat is unsuitable for those with mobility issues.
WiFi
- All properties with WiFi are able to support basic functionality such as web browsing and checking emails*
* We aim to offer an uninterrupted service but sometimes due to factors beyond our control reliability can be affected.
National tourist licence (EOT): 1196263
Location
- Beach 5min walk
- Vathy 10min walk
- Spartochori 15min drive
- Transfer Preveza airport to Meganissi by taxi or minibus and sea taxi or ferry (depending on the mode of transport and the departure port, the journey will take about 1hr 30min)
Car hire
Car options
When you book a flight-inclusive package holiday, the following hire car(s) are included in the price of your holiday:
- 2 guests – 1 Group C, VW Polo or similar*
* All our cars include comprehensive insurance with zero excess. For this particular destination, the undercarriage tyres and windscreen are not included in the cover.
Car specifications
Group C – 1.4 litre engine, 1 large and 1 small suitcase*
The following cars are available as alternatives on request (supplements apply). Please call our travel specialists for details.
Group D – 1.6 litre engine, 1 large and 2 medium suitcases*
Group E – Fiat Tipo or similar, 2.0 litre engine, 2 large suitcases & 1 small suitcase*
Group F – Automatic Opel Astra or similar, 1.6 litre engine, 1 large and 2 medium suitcases*
Group N – Automatic Nissan Micra or similar, 1.1 litre engine, 1 large suitcase*
* Suitcase sizes are based on a large suitcase being approximately 75cm x 41cm x 31cm, a medium suitcase of approximately 65cm x 46cm x 29cm and a small suitcase of 55cm x 40cm x 20cm.
We travelled with Simpson Travel to Meganisi, Greece in September 2025. We were very impressed with the efficiency and amount of information provided at the start of our holiday. The transfers from the airport both ways were seamless with the lovely Laura our rep there to greet us.
So well looked after in Meganisi by Simpson’s for our first trip with them.
Azur Retreat is my favourite hotel so far. The staff are so friendly and the food was very tasty. We had a wonderful 4 nights there, but from the moment we arrived we felt totally relaxed, so it felt like we had been there a week when it was time to leave. Laying by our private pool watching the super yachts and sailing boats pass by was a real treat. Vathy is just an 8 min walk, which was perfect location for a day time coffee and ice cream or dinner of an evening. We will definitely be returning to this lovely hotel and beautiful island.
Our 2 week holiday to The Azur Retreat on the beautiful Greek island of Meganissi was perfect in every way! The hotel itself is in a stunning position, with an unrivalled view of Vathy Bay. The small, boutique hotel is kept immaculate by it's team of wonderful staff. Phaedra met us on arrival, and was immensely helpful for our entire stay. Both her and Maria went beyond the call of duty to make sure that we got the most out of stay on Meganissi. Our suite was spacious with a very comfortable bed, excellent air conditioning and excellent shower. The housekeeping team were also faultless. Never has a suite been kept so pristine. Breakfast was delightful, with a super selection of pastries etc and an a la carte option brought to the table by the 3 super waiters. They were professional but very engaging and friendly. They also provided some gluten free options for my husband, which we haven't been offered on previous holidays. The hotel was nearer to the beaches and Vathy than we had expected. The choice of tavernas in Vathy was excellent. From the simple traditional taverna to the more sophisticated, there was something for everyone. Simpson's were as amazing as ever ! Our local concierge Laura was very helpful and professional, and we had a welcome meeting with her on our first morning, but everything was so wonderful at The Azur, we didn't need to contact her during our stay. This was our first experience of having a water transfer, as we've always visited Greek Islands with an airport. We had trusted Simpson's to be very organised, and they didn't disappoint. Absolutely faultless; luxury taxi/minibuses, very efficient transfers. This was the perfect holiday that we have searched years for.........luxurious accommodation but unspoilt Greece. Thank You Simpson's !
Great holiday staying at a Simpson Travel partner hotel. We would not of known about this luxury hotel without Simpson’s help. Their customer service is the reason we keep coming back to them for our holiday choice.
Azur Retreat is a beautiful hotel located in a fabulous position within walking distance of the harbour. Vathy is a really nice place with a great selection of restaurants and bars. Meganissi is a little gem. Can’t wait to go back.
Thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Azur Retreat, great accommodation, staff and would definitely stay again. Lots of steps for anyone not feeling at their best fitness in life, but a great way to burn off calories for those looking to get fitter but not venture into the very well equipped spa. Close to great restaurants and bars, great access to boat hire - great stay thank you to Simpson Travel and the excellent Maria in Meganissi
Meganissi is simply a fabulous island and the Azur is a fantastic property. The food and people were superb (inside and outside of the hotel), the general vibe on the island is idyllic, the hotel is wonderful (as long as you're good with doing a few stairs every day to burn off some of the holiday excesses!) and the Simpson team locally were excellent. I would say it was the holiday of a lifetime, but we're already planning to go back!
My partner and I had a fantastic stay at Azur Retreat. The setting is superb, with beautiful views over the bay. We loved watching the boats come and go from beside our private pool, or from the main pool. It is just a short, pretty walk into the harbour, where you can sit beside the water and enjoy delicious freshly caught fish. The staff really made our holiday special for us. All were so friendly, warm and helpful. We will be back next year!
Really wonderful holiday, thank you.
The Azur retreat in Meganissi is a real treat and offers service of the highest standard. The 'Simpson' approach to getting us there an back was faultless - flights, taxi, water taxi, car hire and hotel - and wonderfully timed. Fully recommended.
There cant be many more beautiful locations than Azur Retreat with stunning views whichever way you look. The hotel doesn’t disappoint, the staff are incredibly friendly and the service immaculate. Go for an Azur Suite and you get what amounts to your own infinity swimming pool. We had room 202, not as high as some of the others but it has a corner location with an additional terracing area. You just sit there and watch the yachts coming in and out of Vathy. Vathy is no more than 10 minutes walk and it has countless waterside restaurants offering authentic Greek cuisine. There is clearly a lot of money in Meganissi. We hired a little speedboat and circled the island….some of the villas you see from the water are just incredible. It’s small and a bit quieter than some islands but if that’s what you want it’s the perfect location. We are already looking at returning next year.
A wonderful week at Azur Retreat, such helpful and friendly staff. Fabulous suite, loved swimming in the pool. Such a lovely taverna by the harbour. Wonderful fresh fish every day. Hope to return next year.
Azur Retreat is a luxurious hotel in a fantastic location. Close to the harbour with stunning views and nearby bars and restaurants. Already booked again for next year.
What a fabulous hotel, amazing views and the most wonderful staff and food! A fantastic week despite Storm Daniel. Plenty of walks around Meganissi and swims in the coves. We will most definitely be coming back again.
Superb location, stunning views, beautiful pool, most comfortable bed I can remember sleeping in! Beach a short stroll away, Vathy a 10 minute walk. We would go there again. Steps up to the room (we were on the 4th floor) are not for the faint-hearted!
Meganisi is a gem and the Azur Retreat is a blissful experience in so many ways. The short walk to Vathy is a reward in itself and if you can get over the 'yacht envy' then restaurants and bars are a real treat. Our normal approach to holidays is always to try somewhere new. The Azur and Meganisi may make us break that habit.
Thank you so much to the whole team for looking after us so wonderfully. We have had a beautiful honeymoon here in Meganissi.
Yet again, Simpson make the whole process of booking a holiday and travelling enjoyable and hassle free. Azur Retreats provided a blissful sanctuary for 10 days of rest and relaxation: a perfect location, dreamy views, wonderful staff, fabulous food with only a short walk into the totally delightful Vathy, with all it has to offer. So many fantastic restaurants to enjoy, we became one of the family at Taverna Stavros; sipped late night cocktails overlooking the harbour and whiled away hours watching the yachts come and go. All in all the perfect holiday, made magical by Simpson.
Excellent company to have dealt with as first timers. Very good communication provided throughout. We would certainly use you again and were very happy with our holiday.
From start to finish Simpson travel have been truly wonderful to deal with, from the initial requests, the knowledge of the area before leaving and the amazing Rania in Meganissi. It was perfect and we are so grateful we chose you to find and sort an amazing honeymoon!
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Local life potters along as it’s done for centuries and there are no bustling resorts on Meganissi, just three flower-filled villages – and yet you’ll still see luxury yachts moored in the harbours. Warmly welcoming, this island is also beautifully unspoilt; its coastline dotted with gleaming white beaches, some accessible only by boat or kayak. Inland, the rolling hills make for wonderful walking country, with shady pine forests and spectacular blue seas beyond.
To complete the picture, we offer a selection of handpicked luxury villas on Meganissi.
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