"Our beachfront hotel in Kefalonia is a very special place with a loyal following of return guests, all of whom do their very best to keep it a bit of a Greek island secret. Such a relaxed place".
Small and personal with delicious seasonal food and spacious accommodation across the sparkling Ionian sea. The sea-view rooms, family apartments and villas have direct access to our own sandy beach, and the safe sailing area is perfect for swimming, watersports and beach volley.
Our RYA-recognised watersports centre is stacked with first-class kit, and our incredibly friendly Beachies are always ready to help with a smile.
Note: Flights & transfers are not included, but we do provide a free travel planner to book both for you with ATOL protection.
RoomModern 1-room studios at Lixouri Bay with balconies or terraces, most with sea views, sleeping 2 or 3 adults plus an optional child on a camp bed.
Room401 Junior Family Suite is located on the 3rd floor at Lixouri Bay Beach Club. A comfortable space for families of three with a fourth child on a pull out bed. The Junior Family Suites consist of one bedroom with double bed and in the…
Room101 Studio is located on the ground floor at Lixouri Bay Beach Club. A comfortable space for couples, or families of 3 with the option of a fourth child on a camp bed. The studio can be made up as a twin or a double bed and has a pull out…
RoomModern 1-bedroom apartments at Lixouri Bay with good-sized balconies and fantastic sea views, sleeping up to 5 including a child on a camp bed.
RoomModern 1-bedroom apartments at Lixouri Bay with a small sea or mountain view balcony, sleeping up to 4 guests.
ApartmentTwo-bedroom apartments at Lixouri Bay with sea view balconies or terraces, adjacent to the main hotel and pool.
VillaOur most exclusive villa, with a private infinity pool, panoramic sea views and a traditional hilltop village setting just a short drive from Lixouri Bay Beach Club.
VillaStunning modern villa with an exclusive infinity pool and panoramic sea views across the Gulf of Argostoli.
VillaTwo adjoined villas (Thea and Phos) with private pools and a large shared garden, built to a high standard for families who enjoy their own space.
We include all breakfasts, four evening meals and welcome drinks. That gives you the chance to wander along the beach in the evening and sample the amazing local tavernas in Lixouri town and the Paliki peninsula behind.
All breakfasts, 4 evening meals and welcome drinks are included. Lunch is pay-as-you-go at the beachfront taverna or pool bar.
At the club you can expect to taste an excellent variety of locally sourced and fresh ingredients, served at the beachfront taverna. From classic Greek kitchen dishes and seasonal salads to freshly grilled sardines and a hearty club hamburger, we cater for all dietary requirements and fussy eaters too.
Family-run tavernas on the harbour, bakeries and a lively evening scene. Wander the waterfront and pick the place with the best atmosphere.
A hidden cove just south of the club with a handful of excellent seafood tavernas. A lovely walk at sunset.
With lots of on-the-water support sessions available throughout the week, plus paddle and sailing excursions and lots of other exciting activities, there is plenty to keep you occupied for the week. Take a look at our sample itinerary below.
For your safety and enjoyment, the Safety Briefing at the start of your holiday week is mandatory if you wish to take part in any of our on-water activities. The watersports equipment is available for use from 10:00 to 12:30 and 14:00 to 18:00. The schedule is a guide only and may be subject to change due to factors like weather or activity demand. In-resort chalkboards always carry the latest updates.
Flights and transfers are not usually included in our holiday packages. We offer a bespoke travel experience and some guests prefer to organise their own travel independently.
Many guests do, however, choose to take advantage of our Travel Planner by booking their flights and transfers with us for the peace of mind of an ATOL protected holiday and, of course, for the added convenience. Our ATOL license 12803 ensures that the whole holiday, including flights, is protected.
Direct seasonal flights to Kefalonia (EFL) run from Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester and Bristol, May to October. If you book your own flights, please arrive by 18:00 and depart no earlier than 11:00 on your departure day.
We recommend pre-booking both arrival and return transfers with us. Kefalonia airport is small and friendly, but taxis can be in short supply on busy Sunday changeover afternoons.
Our driver will meet you in arrivals with a BeyondBeach board, help with bags, and have you at the bay in time for an evening swim and supper. On the way home, we time the transfer to the check-in cut-off so you're not standing around.
Visiting experts run special weeks at Kefalonia throughout the season. Same staff, same kit, a different focus.
I've been on a lot of sailing holidays since the 1990s, and worked for three travel companies myself, including in the Med as a sailing instructor. I can honestly say that Beyond Beach have got it totally right with their package! Special thanks to Sam and Max at Lixouri for being fantastic with our kids! We all loved it so much that we've already booked again for next Summer.
We've just returned from two weeks in Kefalonia, one at the Beach Club and one on the Introduction to Sailng course. Both were outstanding. At the Beach Club the Lazaratos family were so welcoming and friendly, and the Beyond Beach Active crew were super-helpful and friendly. They seemed to be having the time of their lives and that was really infectious. Once on the yachts, our instructor Barry was great. Very calm (useful when I was learning mooring on the town quay!!), very measured, and full of anecdotes and insights into Kefalonian life. All four instructors across our fleet were very different and equally wonderful. The area around Lixouri is wonderful as well - we enjoyed going out in the town, and particularly enjoyed the local wine festival in Barry's village. We rate this as one of the very best holidays we've done as a family, and I'm certain we'll be back!
Our second BB holiday, and first time at Lixouri Bay. We had a fantastic week. We were a group of 8, with 4 teenage children (17 - 19 yr olds). Beyond Beach has something for everyone, you can just sit, relax and enjoy a good book and occasionally take a swim/head out on a paddle board or you can enjoy all the watersports activities available, from 10 to 6, all week long. The watersports team are always friendly, knowledgeable and enthusiastic - nothing is ever too much trouble and they are there to make sure you have a great time, and pick up some new skills along the way. Alongside the water sports there are teenage games and beach volley ball, and Yoga, not forgetting the memorable beach bites in the beach bar - plenty of opportunities to get chatting to the other guests if desired. All in the environment of a small, family run hotel, where the hotel staff are the perfect hosts. We loved the food at the evening meals - so tasty! Special mention to Dinos, who goes above and beyond! As a holiday option with teenagers it works brilliantly, something for everyone to enjoy, and all organised in a relaxed, easygoing way!
Your beachfront or villa accommodation, welcome drinks, breakfast every day and 4 evening meals a week, free use of all the watersports equipment and road bikes, guided rides, yoga, fitness, stretch, walks and swims, optional group coaching, optional kids activity sessions, beach towels and our team on site.
Flights, airport transfers (pre-book one way or return), lunches and 3 evening meals, massage, scuba diving, day yacht trips, RYA courses and travel insurance.
There isn't a supervised kids club at Lixouri Bay. Optional kids activity sessions are included, the watersports kit suits every age, and the safe sailing area is ideal for swimming and learning. Parents look after their children on the beach and on the water.
Studios, sea-view studios, junior family suites, family suites, family apartments and three villas (Kouvalata, Euphoria and Theaphos). The rooms, apartments and villas all have direct access to the club beach.
No. Our RYA-recognised watersports centre has kit and optional coaching for complete beginners through to experienced sailors and windsurfers, and the safe sailing area makes the first go easy.
Stays are 7 or 14 nights, from May to October.
Yes. Lixouri Marina is also the base for our Learn to Sail and Singles Sailing weeks, so a week at the beach club and a week on a yacht make an easy two-centre holiday.
Book online from the holiday page, or call the team on 01548 288459 (Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm, Saturday 9am to 1pm) and we will talk you through dates, rooms and extras.
Deposits are typically 25% of the holiday cost at the time of booking, with the balance due eight weeks before departure. Flights are paid in full at booking. Your booking confirmation shows the exact amounts and dates.
Flights aren't included in the holiday price, and airport transfers are included only where the holiday page says so. We can add ATOL-protected flights from your nearest UK airport and pre-book transfers for you, or you can arrange your own.
Yes. All our holidays are ATOL protected (ATOL 6306) and we also hold IPP insolvency insurance, so your booking is financially secure from the moment you pay your deposit.
Cancellation terms depend on the holiday and how close to departure you cancel, and your booking terms set them out before you pay. The deposit is typically non-refundable, which is why we recommend travel insurance with cancellation cover from the day you book.
Tell us when you book and we will pass the details to the kitchen. Most dietary needs are easy to cater for, and the holiday page notes any place that charges extra for special meals.
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