Gouvia holidays

Gouvia holidays centre on Gouvia Marina, the largest in Greece, with the old Venetian port ruins giving the waterfront a historic backdrop. Its super‑central location, less than 10 kilometres from Corfu Town, makes it an easy base for exploring the island.

A chic Corfu resort

The picturesque village of Gouvia sits on the east coast of Corfu, where it once had roots as a 17th‑century Venetian naval base. Today it’s known for its sophisticated marina, lively bars, and traditional mezze restaurants that cluster around the waterfront. The resort blends easygoing nightlife with stylish hotels, giving the village a modern, polished feel.

Gouvia Beach

Gouvia’s main beach curves in a half‑moon shingle bay, shelving gently into the calm Ionian Sea, which makes it especially good for swimming and family friendly paddling. The central stretch is the sweet spot for swimmers, while the jetties at either end launch the action with banana boats, jet‑skis, and other watersports. Just a few minutes away, the coastline softens into sandy coves, and from the marina you can join boat trips to nearby islands for a change of scenery.

Gouvia Marina

Gouvia’s home to Corfu’s biggest yachting marina, a glitzy waterfront where luxury motorboats and million‑pound yachts line up in the harbour. The promenade is dotted with waterside cafés and restaurants, perfect for watching the comings and goings of international jet-setters. And just behind the modern marina, the grand arches of the old Venetian port still stand, giving this part of Gouvia town a dramatic blend of history and high-end glamour.

Daytrips to Komeno and Corfu Town

A 12‑minute walk north brings you to Komeno village, where the Ipapanti church sits on a narrow causeway stretching into the sea – one of the prettiest viewpoints near Gouvia. For something bigger, a 15‑minute bus ride takes you to Corfu Town, where a World Heritage‑listed Old Town provides a maze of bougainvillea‑draped shopfronts and pastel‑painted buildings. You can climb the Old Venetian Fortress for harbour views, then settle into a café along the French‑built Liston arcade, inspired by the Rue de Rivoli in Paris.