Completed in 2005, the Ionian Blue is the only 5* hotel on the island of Lefkas.

Location	Nikiana, Lefkas
Standard Rooms	102
Suites	12
Private Villas	2
Air Conditioning	All rooms

Set on the East coast of the island, it occupies a wonderful position looking out over the sea to the distant coast of mainland Greece.

From the moment you walk through the doors of the Ionian Blue, it is nearly impossible to draw your eyes away from the spectacular view. “It is nearly impossible to draw your eyes away from the spectacular view!” Built on a hill, the rooms tumble down to the sea, with every level sharing the same unforgettable vista.

The rooms and suites feature cool, contemporary design, with a tasteful mix of complementary colours and rich dark wood. The marble bathrooms feature large walk in showers and even have windows by the bath looking out towards the balcony and the distant mountains. All rooms have a sea view, as well as all the usual facilities that you would expect. For those who wish to really spoil themselves, there are a number of suites which have their own private infinity pools. Or for the ultimate in luxury, the detached Sea View suites, larger than the other rooms, with private pools and terraces.

“Hibiscus and bougainvillea tumble from huge terra cotta urns...” The hotel is set in beautifully landscaped gardens, brightly coloured hibiscus and bougainvillea tumble from huge terra cotta urns and palm trees dot the manicured lawns. The large infinity pool is set into an extensive decked area and is the perfect place to relax and watch the yachts drifting past on the sea below. At sea level there is another large decked area built out from the rocks overhanging the sea. Here there are more sun loungers and steps with access to the water.

The hotel has 3 bars and two restaurants. On the top floor next to reception is the main bar, with an entire wall of glass. Relax with a pre-dinner drink, or have a look through the telescope at Scorpios, the famous Onassis island. On the floor below is the main a la carte restaurant, with a spacious outdoor terrace. Next to the large infinity pool is another bar, which also offers light lunches in high season. Tucked into the rocks down by the sea is the third bar, perfect for a cool drink in the shade after a swim in the turquoise water of the Ionian sea.

Next door to the indoor pool is the hotel spa. “We defy you to leave feeling anything less than relaxed!” With spa, sauna, fitness centre and an extensive list of treatments, we defy you to leave feeling anything less than relaxed. The combination of location and a deluxe modern hotel with dramatic architecture and a great range of facilities make the Ionian Blue a superb base for your holiday in Lefkas.