Barbati Holidays

Barbati is Corfu at its most scenic, a Blue Flag pebble beach backed by olive groves and the island's highest mountain, with water so clear you can count the fish.

Good to Know

• ☀️ Weather - Summer highs of 28-31°C with barely any rain from June to September. The sea hits 24-26°C by August, proper warm swimming.

• 💶 Money - A seafood dinner for two with wine runs €25-€35 at the local tavernas. Sunbeds are around €10 per pair. A coffee is €3-€4, a beer €4-€5.

• 🏔️ Fun Fact - Barbati sits directly at the base of Mount Pantokrator, which at 906m is Corfu's highest point. On clear days from the summit you can see Albania, mainland Greece and even the mountains of southern Italy.

Highlights of your Holidays to Barbati

• Blue Flag beach - Smooth white pebbles and crystal-clear turquoise water at the foot of Mount Pantokrator, one of the most photogenic beach settings in the Ionian

• Incredible snorkelling - The pebble seabed means exceptional water clarity, and the rocky edges of the bay are teeming with fish and sea life

• Mountain scenery - Corfu's highest peak (906m) towers directly behind the beach, with hiking trails, traditional hill villages and views across to Albania from the top

• Upmarket but not flashy - Stylish beach bars and seafood tavernas with proper character, no rowdy nightlife, no chain restaurants, just good Greek hospitality

• Easy Corfu Town access - About 35 minutes south for UNESCO-listed Venetian architecture, two fortresses and the famous Spianada Square

What are the best beaches to visit on your Barbati Holidays?

• Barbati Beach - A curved bay of smooth white pebbles with Blue Flag status and some of the clearest water on Corfu. Organised sections with sunbeds and umbrellas (around €10 per pair), plus free space further along. The pebbles make for incredible visibility, ideal for snorkelling. Water shoes recommended.

• Nissaki - A short drive north along the coast, Nissaki is a series of small pebbly coves backed by olive groves. Quieter and more secluded, brilliant for snorkelling and a properly peaceful escape.

• Ipsos Beach - South of Barbati, a long pebbly stretch with more beach bars, watersports and a livelier atmosphere. Blue Flag status and shallow water good for families.

What are the top Hotels in Barbati?

We've got a couple of lovely options in Barbati itself – but if you'd like more choice, check out nearby Dassia or Kassiopi which have plenty more options, or browse all of our hotels in Corfu.

• Golden Mare – A premium property with beautifully-presented rooms, decadent dining and spectacular sea views. There's a shuttle to the beach (about 150m away) and it's perfect for couples and families wanting something special.

• Pantokrator Hotel – Named after the mountain behind it, this 4-star sits in traditional Mediterranean style overlooking the Ionian Sea. Spacious rooms, outdoor pool, gym and proper views from the terrace. Barbati's Blue Flag beach is 300m away.

Local Lingo

Greek is the language, but Corfu has its own Corfiot dialect with strong Italian influences leftover from four centuries of Venetian rule. English is widely spoken in tourist areas, and the locals appreciate any attempt at a bit of Greek.

• Kalimera, kah-lee-MEH-rah (Καλημέρα), Good morning (the greeting you'll use most at breakfast and on the beach)

• Parakalo, pah-rah-kah-LOH (Παρακαλώ), Please / You're welcome (covers both, very useful)

• Nero, neh-ROH (Νερό), Water (handy for ordering at the taverna, "ena nero parakalo" gets you a bottle)

• Stin iyia mas, stin ee-YAH mas (Στην υγειά μας), Cheers (to our health)

• To logariasmo, toh loh-gah-ree-az-MOH (Το λογαριασμό), The bill please

• Opa, OH-pah (Ώπα!), The classic exclamation, somewhere between "hooray" and "watch out" (you'll hear it when plates hit tables and when someone nearly drops a tray)

• Kanenas provlima, kah-NEH-nahs PROH-vlee-mah (Κανένα πρόβλημα), No problem (the Corfu motto, basically)

What to Do in Barbati

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Families

• Barbati Beach snorkelling - The pebble seabed means exceptional clarity, and the rocky edges of the bay are full of small fish. Bring masks and let the kids explore.

• Aqualand Water Park - One of the biggest water parks in Greece, about 30 minutes' drive south near Agios Ioannis. Slides for all ages, lazy river, wave pool. A full day out.

• Boat hire from Barbati - Small motorboats are available to rent from the beach. No licence needed for the smaller ones, and kids love exploring the coastline at their own pace.

• Corfu Town exploration - The island's capital is about 35 minutes south. The maze of Venetian alleyways, the two fortresses and the Spianada Square (the second-largest piazza in Europe) make it a brilliant day out, and the ice cream shops are strategically placed for tired legs.

💑 Couples

• Mount Pantokrator hike - Drive or hike to the summit of Corfu's highest peak (906m) through traditional hill villages like Spartilas and Strinilas. The views from the top span Albania, mainland Greece and the Ionian islands.

• Sunset dinner at Dionysos - Perched on the clifftop overlooking Barbati beach, this taverna has some of the best views and freshest seafood on the northeast coast. Book a table for golden hour.

• Corfu Town evening - About 35 minutes south, the UNESCO-listed Old Town is gorgeous after dark. Walk the Liston arcade, explore the Venetian alleyways and find a candlelit taverna in the back streets.

• Boat trip to hidden coves - The coastline north and south of Barbati is dotted with tiny swimming spots only accessible by boat. Hire one for the morning and find your own stretch of water.

🎉 Groups

• Beach bar day at Barbati - Piedra Del Mar is the liveliest spot on the beach, doing cocktails, Mediterranean food and music that picks up as the afternoon goes on.

• Quad bike the northeast coast - Hire quads or a car and explore the dramatic coast road through Nissaki, Kouloura and up towards Kassiopi. Stops for swimming and taverna lunches along the way.

• Ipsos nightlife - A short taxi ride south, Ipsos has Corfu's liveliest bar strip outside Kavos, including late-night clubs, cocktail bars and Dirty Nellies Irish bar.

• Watersports on the beach - Jet skis, paddleboards and parasailing are all available from the organised beach sections during summer.

More Destinations

• Corfu - One of Greece's most popular islands, with everything from Venetian architecture and UNESCO-listed culture to sandy family beaches, party resorts and dramatic mountain scenery.

• Kassiopi - A charming harbour village on Corfu's northeastern tip with a medieval castle, turquoise coves and some of the island's most sophisticated boutique hotels.

• Dassia - A buzzing east coast resort with a long beach, strong hotel selection (including the luxury Ikos Dassia) and easy access to Corfu Town by bus.

• Gouvia - Corfu's main marina village, with Greece's largest yacht marina, a cosmopolitan restaurant strip and the famously photogenic Ypapanti Chapel on its own little peninsula.

• Paleokastritsa - Corfu's west coast showstopper, with dramatic cliffs, six turquoise coves and a clifftop monastery. One of the most beautiful coastal landscapes in Greece.

• Corfu Town - The island's UNESCO-listed capital, with Venetian fortresses, the elegant Liston arcade, world-class museums and the best restaurant scene on Corfu.

• Greece - Rhodes, Crete, Santorini, Zante, Kos, Halkidiki and many more. Greece has islands and coastlines for every kind of holiday.