While popular islands such as Santorini and Mykonos are rich in other Greek offerings, their barren landscapes do not compare to the delights of verdant Corfu. Located at the top of the Ionian island chain, Corfu is blessed with emerald pines, abundant gardens and neat olive groves, plus towering Mount Pantokrator in the north. Pencil-thin cypresses point to the skies, the views to the mainland are heavenly, and many of its beaches and bays are sublime.
Like many of Greece's islands, Corfu was once part of the Venetian Empire, with reminders of this period found in places such as Corfu Town's fortress, architecture and even the island's name (the Greeks still call it Kerkyra). For British visitors, it's easy to reach with direct flights from numerous UK airports (given its position, it's also the quickest Greek destination to get to). All that beauty and diversity lend themselves to romantic weekends, family beach breaks and even hiking holidays. This is where we think you should base yourself – here’s our pick of Corfu's best hotels for 2026.
