Paralia Mesakti — Attraction in Icaria Municipality

Awesome beach, beautiful view and lots to do including a couple bars, a restaurant, and volleyball pits. Park anywhere up on the road. It was a bit dangerous out (red flag) when we were there, so we only swam in about waist deep water for a couple of minutes, as the lifeguard on duty was concerned about currents. There were some people out surfing. Rented a couple of chairs for 10 €, great deal. Just walk down and grab a spot, someone will come by to collect payment. There wasn’t quite enough shade for my taste, but we hung a couple towels off the side of the umbrella, which helped. There is also a changing house and spigot to rinse off. Get a Paloma from the nearby bar, the perfect beach drink! The bar we were near, Bensao, will bring food drinks down to...

This beach is an absolute gem! (SOS check the winds on a website like windy.com) Avoid when there are strong winds.

The soft white sand and wide shoreline make it perfect for relaxing or taking a stroll. On calm, windless days, the water is crystal-clear and still—like a swimming pool—making it one of the most beautiful spots on the island. There are sun beds and beach bars, but there's also plenty of space if you prefer to bring your own gear and set up away from the crowds. Lifeguards are on duty, with two towers providing added peace of mind for swimmers and families.

Ideal for SUP when the...

Relaxing vibe, with nice sandy beach and clear water, gently shelving in depth so you can be quite far out and still stand.

Beach beds and parasols, wooden walk ways and showers. All good condition.

Beach bar and beach service, all the beds are numbered and you can hit the QR code for the menu and to order drinks.

The guys were constantly working on things, upgrading and making good any problems. Sun bed pads were all very good quality and clean. It’s a short drive from where we are staying but we will...