Kos Holidays

Kos shoreline, Greece Kos shoreline, Greece
Kos is the third largest of the Dodecanese Islands and is situated to the north-west of Rhodes, just over 2 miles from the coast of Turkey. The island is unlike many of the other Greek islands in that it is rather flat. This has made it very popular for those who enjoy cycling and there are many bicycle rental outlets available.

Most of the beach resorts can be found on the sandy coastline in the east and south of the island. Resorts such as Kefalos and Tingaki have beaches with warm shallow water ideal for children and a firm favourite with families. Kos Town and Kardamena cater for the young crowds providing numerous bars and clubs that are open until the early hours of the morning.

The summer weather in Kos starts around May and lasts into October with temperatures easily reaching 30°C in July and August.

The island is served by Kos island airport which is also known as Hippocrates airport.

Featured Hotels

Kardamena

Kefalos

Kos Town

Lambi

Marmari

Mastihari

Travellers' top tips for places in Kos Beach
  • Kefalos: visit Magic Beach and the Island of Kalymnos. kyle9205
  • Tingaki: Use the superb beach should not be missed, also excellent bus service to get around island, cheaper than trips. TheButties04
Food & Drink
  • Psalidi: to visit the Akrogiali restaurant on the beach side. Excellent food and a very friendly atmosphere in this family-driven eating spot !! Tim_Fanfan
  • Tingaki: eat and drink at Vasillis Restaurant and Taverna, say hi to Costas and Manos, great service! Simon_N16
Shopping
  • Tingaki: go to the lovely beach,there is also a cake shop near the beach and its worth going to greece for these delicious cakes and pastries all home made. westmidsgirl7
  • Psalidi: the Island cruise for some great snorkelling spots and also get a boat over to Turkey on a Tuesday for the market, some really great bargains! SDennard
Weather
  • Nea Alikarnassos: generally it is very hot ... so keep your suncream always with you! SarahD_1986

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Kos travel tips from your fellow travellers
  • Kardamena: Visit Kos town on the local bus! - by cat_wigan
  • Nea Alikarnassos: Hire out the buggies, we went all around the island on them and they were alot of fun! - by BrewBear3
  • Nea Alikarnassos: In Kos take a trip to Bodrum via one of the family owned boats in the harbour.My recommendation would be Maria Star.They provide you with a free tour. - by Bark_endeavour
  • Kos Town: Take a bout to the nearby islands - by Avi2011
  • Kos Town: Get the Island Cruise - Princess Diana was the one we used - Best €20 we spent in Kos - by PaulMcIntyre