Overview

Elix is a contemporary coastal hotel located above Karavostasi beach and celebrated in Condé Nast Traveller’s Hotlist for its combination of design, service and setting. The property places strong emphasis on the surrounding natural environment and on experiences that draw guests outdoors: the Ionian Sea and the chain of nearby islands provide a dramatic backdrop to the hotel’s accommodation, pool terraces and public areas. Elix suits families, couples and active travellers who prioritise sea views, on-site wellness provisions and direct access to watersports and excursions while retaining well-appointed rooms and a varied dining offer.

Location

Perched over one of Greece’s most highly regarded beaches, Elix overlooks Karavostasi with extensive views across the Ionian Sea towards Paxos, Antipaxos and Corfu. The beach is accessible from the hotel by a private funicular or via a pleasant, tree-shaded path, and the location enables easy embarkation for boat trips that explore the Blue Caves and the Blue Lagoon as well as nearby coastal towns. The immediate environment combines pines and rocky coastline, providing a natural setting for hiking, coastal exploration and the water-based activities that form an integral part of the Elix experience.

Facilities

The range of facilities at Elix supports active days, family time and relaxation. The hotel features private and shared infinity-style pools, an outdoor Jacuzzi, sun beds and shaded areas, as well as a pool bar serving light fare and beverages. Beach facilities include loungers, umbrellas, towels, showers, changing cabins and lifeguard supervision together with waiter service to guests on the sand. Inside the hotel, there is a fully equipped fitness centre, a Tennis Academy with coaching available, a professional spa offering SOTHYS treatments, and guest services that coordinate boat rentals, private cruises and guided excursions. Children’s facilities and programmes are organised by a leading childcare provider to ensure varied and supervised activities for younger guests.

Room

Elix’s accommodation is designed to maximise natural light and sea vistas, with private balconies or terraces included across the room categories. Guests can choose from standard and superior doubles, family rooms with separate seating areas and sofa beds, junior suites and multiple suite categories that offer private pools or direct access to swim-up facilities. Room interiors combine contemporary styling with references to local heritage, and many units include practical elements such as open-plan bathrooms, sitting areas and furnished outdoor spaces to take advantage of the coastal outlook.

Sports & Entertainment

Sporting provision at Elix ranges from land-based activities such as guided hiking, mountain-biking and tennis lessons to an extensive watersports programme. The hotel’s watersports centre runs accredited motorised activities including waterskiing and wakeboarding as well as non-motorised options such as sea kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, snorkelling and pedalo hire. Private boat cruises are offered to the Ionian islands and other local highlights, and a dedicated children’s watersports programme develops skills and confidence under professional supervision. Fitness classes, outdoor yoga on the amphitheatre deck and a weekly schedule of activities complete the sports offering, while evening entertainment focuses on relaxed live music and social occasions.

Dining & Bars

Elix provides a multi-restaurant concept that reflects Greek and wider Mediterranean cuisine alongside international choices. Saffron serves buffet-style Mediterranean and international dishes with themed evenings; Pearl presents a fine-dining interpretation of regional classics supported by a wine list; Indigo offers Italian-inspired options, including salads and lighter dishes; and Azure operates as the beach restaurant and bar providing casual meals and refreshments on the sand. The lobby bar Ruby occupies a large terrace with panoramic sea views and is a focal point for pre-dinner drinks and sunset moments.