Jasmine  

In the lively heart of Parikia, Paros — a Cycladic-style guesthouse just 400 metres from Paros main port. Minutes from Ekatontapyliani (Ekatontapyliani Church), Frankish Castle and the Paros Archaeological Museum, with Livadia Beach and the Port of Parikia a short stroll away.

Set around a stone-paved courtyard draped in vines, Jasmine serves simple Cycladic charm. The 12 air-conditioned rooms have private furnished balconies, refrigerators and plasma TVs, plus private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Make use of the garden and terrace, fire up the onsite barbecue grills, and book local trips at the tour desk. Complimentary wireless internet keeps you connected and rooms open onto private balconies for city and port views.

Practical perks include express check-in, luggage storage and a free ferry-terminal shuttle. Laundry and dry-cleaning services are available, and free parking is on site.

Continental breakfast is served daily for a fee, and the barbecue area invites DIY meals with local ingredients.