Ioannina Airport: where to stay, areas and recommended hotels

The airport is about 4-5 km from the centre of Ioannina, on the shore of Lake Pamvotida: 10-15 minutes by taxi is enough, or city bus line 2. Those who want the castle and the lakefront head for the centre; those looking for a pool and spa with a lake view find quieter alternatives a few kilometres outside the city, towards Amfithea and Perama.

Ioannina - centre and Kastro

City centre · About 4-5 km from the terminal, 10-15 minutes by taxi; city bus line 2 connects the airport and the centre, with less frequent departures than taxis.

Best for: Travellers who want the castle, the lake and the restaurants of the centre within walking distance, with the shortest transfer from the airport.

Pros

A short, direct transfer, even by city bus
Castle, cathedral and lakefront reachable on foot from the hotels in the centre

Cons

The city bus runs less often than taxis: check the timetable before relying on it
In high season (fairs, university events) prices at central hotels go up

Recommended hotels in this area

Byzantio Hotel: Three-star hotel on Voimoundou street, a few steps from Ioannina castle and Lake Pamvotida.
Alexios Luxury Hotel: In the city centre, less than a kilometre from Agios Athanasios cathedral and 11 minutes' walk from the castle.
ARCHONTARIKI Historic Boutique Hotel: Boutique hotel on Zalokosta street, in the centre of Ioannina, close to the castle, the cathedral and the silversmithing museum.

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On the lake - Amfithea and Perama

Neighbourhood · About 4 km from the centre of Ioannina and from the airport; a car or a taxi is needed, there are no direct buses to these lakeside villages.

Best for: Travellers looking for a pool, a spa and a view over Lake Pamvotida, accepting being a little outside the centre.

Pros

Rooms with a view over the lake and the islet, rare in the city centre
A quieter area, also handy for visiting the Perama cave

Cons

Outside the centre: every evening outing requires a taxi
Fewer restaurants within walking distance than in the centre of Ioannina

Recommended hotels in this area

Anemolia Resort and Spa: Resort in Amfithea, about 4 km from the centre of Ioannina, with rooms overlooking Lake Pamvotida and a wellness centre with a heated indoor pool, sauna and hot tub.
Casa Di Lusso: In the Perama district, on the lakeshore about 4 km from the centre, 30 metres from the Perama cave; bars, cafés and a bakery within 100 metres.

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