Hotels in Siros

As you come off the ferry in Ermoupolis, you'll see the kiosk of the Hoteliers Association of Siros, which provides a list of island hotels. Note that hotels pay to become members of this association, so not all of the island's best lodgings are represented. In August, when vacationing Greeks pack the island, don't even think of arriving without a reservation. In addition to the following, you may want to consider the 16-unit Syrou Melathron (tel. 22810/85-963; syroumel@otenet.gr), in a 19th-century town house. Only reports of indifferent service keep us from recommending this stylish little hotel wholeheartedly; doubles from 130€. One long-time favorite, the centrally-located 32-room Hotel Palladion (tel. 22810/86-400; www.palladion-hotel-syros.gr) has good-sized, simply-furnished rooms with balconies over its quiet central courtyard; doubles from 100€. Also in a great location, just off Plateia Miaouli, the elegant and enticing little 13-room Apollonion Hotel (tel. 22810/89-056; www.apollonionpalace.gr) opened in 2009 in a handsome 19th-century neoclassical mansion with sea views; doubles from 100€, suites from 150€.