A travel guide
to Amaliada.
Food in Amaliada, beaches in the area and trips to Ancient Olympia.
This guide brings together options for your stay in Amaliada. Combine time in town with a visit to Kourouta, approximately 6 km from the apartment, or plan a trip to Ancient Olympia. Use the official links in the sections below for opening hours, tickets and transport information.
Places to eat.
Ονειροπαγίδα · Oneiropagida
A beautiful green setting, friendly atmosphere and excellent food in generous portions. Frequent live-music nights and themed parties.
Τα Μαγούλιανα · Ta Magouliana
A dining landmark since 1933: homemade cooking, authentic Greek flavours and fresh local produce. Vegetarian & vegan options, dine-in, takeaway and delivery.
Hoki Poki
Amaliada's go-to for ice cream, with a wide range of flavours made from fresh local-farm milk, plus handmade waffles and sweets.
"Oi Lichoudies" bakery
Every morning Mrs Dina bakes fragrant koulourakia, moustokouloura, chocolate croissants and fresh bread. It's right below Sunny Apartment, opposite the old town hall.
Μαντζάρε · Mangiare
Authentic Italian cuisine focused on pizza and pasta made with fresh ingredients. Great value and highly rated (4.8/5 on Tripadvisor).
Kreatopigi — charcoal grill
Fresh, handmade charcoal-grilled meats: gyros, souvlaki, burgers, kebab and sausages in generous portions. Fast service and delivery.
Taverna Stamiris
A traditional taverna in Agia Mavra, near Amaliada. Local meats and homemade recipes — known for its charcoal grills and "tourtes" (bread baked with tomato and feta).
The beaches of Ilia.
Kourouta beach
A sandy beach approximately 6 km from the apartment. Included in the official 2026 Blue Flag list. 2026 Blue Flag list
Marathia beach
Another option for a trip to the area’s coast. See the beach guide for more information.
Savalia beach
A beach in the Savalia area, also known as Kasidiaris.
Palouki beach
A beach with a small harbour near Amaliada.
Skafidia beach
A beach farther south, towards Pyrgos. Check your particular route before setting off.
Day trips from Amaliada
Combine your stay in Amaliada with visits to Ancient Olympia, Katakolo, Ancient Elis or Chlemoutsi Castle. Plan your routes and check visitor opening hours before setting off. Sunny Apartment Amaliada has a 2-night minimum stay.
Ancient Olympia
Visit the archaeological site, ancient stadium and museums at Ancient Olympia. Plan around the opening hours for your travel dates. Hellenic Heritage provides official visitor information and access to ticket purchases. Official Ancient Olympia information, hours and tickets · Archaeological Museum of Olympia
Katakolo
An option for a trip to the harbour and coast. Fit your visit around your stay in Amaliada.
Ancient Elis
The ancient city-state that organized the Olympic Games, with an archaeological site, ancient theatre and museum — quiet and atmospheric, very close to Amaliada.
Chlemoutsi Castle
One of Greece's most important Frankish castles (13th century), atop the Kyllini hill, with panoramic views over the Ionian Sea and Zakynthos.
Arriving and travelling without a car
For travel from Athens, check the current Athens–Amaliada services on the KTEL Ilia website. For beach trips and other destinations, check local services for your dates with the operator.
Amaliada ticket offices: +30 26220 21538 and +30 26220 28892.
Looking for an apartment in Amaliada?
Sunny Apartment Amaliada accommodates up to 5 guests in two bedrooms. It has a full kitchen, Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a washing machine, with free municipal parking opposite. View the rooms and facilities before choosing your dates.
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Check availability2-night minimum. Completing your booking reserves the apartment for your selected dates. Your booking details are sent by email. Cleaning fee: €30 per stay; each guest beyond 2 adds €5 per person per night.