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Written by Celine Fournier, Julien Lambert, Maria Gaulto
07/08/2025
Chris Vene, Pexels
Lefkada does not feature a prominent traditional hostel scene for backpackers. However, it offers select budget-friendly accommodation, primarily in the form of guesthouses and apart-hotels, particularly in lively areas like Nydri, where social opportunities can be found externally through local cafes, bars, and beaches.
1. Summer Bed Nydri
Type: Budget Hotel/Guesthouse
Nestled in Nydri, a vibrant hub of the island, this accommodation provides genuinely affordable rooms, with average prices around $37-$38 per night. While not a conventional social hostel, its location places visitors directly amidst Nydri's cosmopolitan atmosphere, with easy access to various bars and clubs along the main road, making it conducive for independent social exploration.
2. Ionian Paradise
Type: Apart-hotel
Situated centrally in Nydri, this apart-hotel aims to offer comfortable yet affordable hospitality. Guests benefit from its strategic position, just 120 meters from a sandy beach and adjacent to Nydri's pedestrian market street, which is bustling with cafes, bars, and shops. This proximity allows for spontaneous social interactions within the town's lively environment.
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