Golden Beach, Koukounaries

Golden Beach - A 2-star hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool, traditional tavern, and scenic forest views

Golden Beach offers air-conditioned rooms with neoclassical furniture, private bathrooms, and balconies overlooking the surrounding forests and Strofilia Lake. The hotel features a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with sunbeds, a children’s area, and a poolside snack bar for refreshments. A continental or buffet breakfast is served at the on-site restaurant, which also prepares home-cooked Greek specialties by the pool. Guests can enjoy drinks and quick meals at the café-bar or explore nearby taverns and cafes. The 24-hour front desk provides assistance, and the property is a 5-minute drive from Banana Beach. Golden Beach is located 15 km from Skiathos Airport, with easy access to multiple beaches, including Koukounaries Beach (1.5 km) and Agia Eleni Beach (2 km).

Pros

The seasonal outdoor pool includes a children’s area and sunbeds for relaxation.

The on-site tavern serves home-cooked Greek specialties with poolside dining.

Rooms feature balconies with scenic views of the surrounding forests and lake.

A 24-hour front desk ensures guest assistance at any time.

Proximity to multiple beaches, including Banana Beach (5-minute drive).

Cons

The outdoor swimming pool is seasonal and not available year-round.

No on-site spa or fitness center despite mentions of a fitness centre in some sources.