At Yakinthos Residence we love everything about weddings. From beautiful brides and handsome grooms to happy families, weddings are our favourite events. Planning a wedding can be stressful but our friendly and helpful staff goes out of their way to accommodate every wedding detail. You can count on us to make your day perfect. Invite the whole family or just a few special friends. We can make any wedding feel like a fairytale. Why not stay a little longer and make Yakinthos Residence your honeymoon destination?
Are you coming up on a big birthday? We can make your day extremely memorable at Yakinthos Residence. We go above and beyond to ensure that your birthday is celebrated exactly as you would like. From low-key and romantic to huge birthday bashes we can help you make your day perfect. Couples celebrating anniversaries are always welcome. At Yakinthos Residence we love, love. We can recommend the best places for a romantic walk on the beach; cook up a dinner for two in your room or just let you stay in bed all day. Whatever you have in mind you can do at Yakinthos Residence.
Life has so many special moments and we want to share every one of them with you. If you have something to celebrate, let us share in the fun! We can accommodate groups, extended families and couples. Come and enjoy the luxury and beauty of Mykonos and let us take care of the details. We will make your event something you will talk about for years to come.
It should come as no surprise that our favorite beach in Mykonos is our own Panormos Beach. Secluded from the hustle and bustle of the major beaches in town, Panormos Beach is the perfect place to unwind. The beach is located in a sheltered cove so you can enjoy the sun, sea and sand without the high winds. This beach is an ideal destination in Mykonos for couples looking for a more romantic atmosphere. But don’t be fooled, the August full moon party at Panormos is a sight to be seen. Panormos Beach is the perfect place for your relaxing getaway.
For families with children we recommend one of the more sheltered beaches, our own Panormos offers calm waters as do the Agios Ioannis and Ornos Beaches. Elia Beach has a lifeguard on duty to keep the little ones safe.
Those who love to party should not miss the Paradise and Super Paradise Beaches. These are some of the most popular beaches on the island, attracting a young and hip crowd to the day and night parties. The nightclubs at Paradise Beach are top notch, attracting famous DJs from around the world. Super Paradise is the most well known gay and lesbian destination on the island.
The Kalo Livadi and Psarou Beaches are perfect destinations for more cosmopolitan visitors. Both feature abundant umbrellas, lounge chairs and beach bars as well as easy access to Mykonos’ luxury hotels. Psarou beach is a favorite with celebrities visiting the island. Be sure to arrive early or make a reservation as popular spots fill up fast.
Aside from our own Panormos Beach, we recommend the secluded Agios Sostis Beach and Fokos Beach. Though a little further away, Fokos Beach does attract some people for its relaxed atmosphere and traditional beach tavern.
For those guests looking to catch a wave, Ftelia, Agia Anna, Kalafatis and Korfos Beaches are the place to be! Ftelia and Korfos beaches are less suitable for swimmers due to the high winds close to shore. At Agia Anna and Kalafatis beaches, the winds are further offshore making these a better all-around destination.
Elia beach, with its gay bathing area on the right hand side is the most famous gay and lesbian beach on the island (though hetero guests are of course welcome). Following a small path towards Agrari beach you will find a small beautiful nudist beach.
History buffs and sun lovers will love a day trip to the nearby island of Delos. UNESCO has recognized Delos as a world heritage site and it is one of the most important archeological sites in the Aegean. For the ancient Greeks, Delos was a center for pilgrimage and worship. Various deities were worshiped on the island but its claim to fame was as the birthplace of the twin gods Apollo and Artemis. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit this incredible part of our common heritage. Guided tours are available through the residence and we would be delighted to arrange your trip.
The Monastery is one of the island’s most important historical sites. Established in 1542, the Monastery houses numerous relics including the miraculous icon of the island’s patron saint Panagia Tourliani. The monastery complex is beautiful and features the whitewashed buildings typical of the area.
Originally built by the Venetians in the 16th century to mill wheat, the windmills are Mykonos’ iconic landmarks. Whether you are here for a day or a month the windmills are a must-see. Don’t forget to snap a photo of yourself in front of Mykonos’ most picturesque buildings.
The Chora or Main Town of Mykonos, is an ideal and beautiful place to get lost in. It’s beautiful whitewashed buildings and narrow winding streets offer a feast for the eyes. Nearly every street leads to the sea and the cafés and seaside bars offer a perfect place to kick back and relax. It’s easy to see why the locals have named this area “Little Venice”. Little Venice is one of the best sunset spots in Mykonos and we strongly recommend you not to miss it while visiting the island.
Located in Chora, the Paraportiani Church is the most photographed church in Mykonos and it’s easy to see why. This picturesque church combines beauty and history and it is actually consists of five separate churches attached all together: the four churches (dedicated to Saint Eustathios, Saint Sozon, Saints Anargyroi and Saint Anastasia) are all on the ground and constitute the base of the fifth church that has been built on top of them. Construction began on the church complex in the mid 1400s. Its white walls, typical of the area, contrast beautifully with the stunning Mykonos sky to make a photographer’s dream.
The Archaeological Museum of Mykonos is housed in a neoclassical building from 1905, which took on its current Cycladic form in 1934. It hosts finds from excavations on Rhenia, the island where the extensive necropolis of ancient Delos was located during the Classical and Hellenistic periods, as well as significant artifacts from the island of Mykonos.
Open to the public since 1985 the Aegean Maritime Museum is a fascinating peek into the history of the island’s sailors and merchant shipping. Enjoy an afternoon taking in the museum’s most celebrated exhibit – the living historical restoration of the Armenistis Lighthouse.
This historic lighthouse built in 1891 offers one of the most stunning views on the island. The nearby island of Tinos seems almost close enough to touch. You can also observe boats arriving and departing from the island and enjoy one of the most fantastic sunset in Mykonos.