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Discover Zakynthos

Discover Zakynthos

March 1, 2022 2024-08-27 12:27
Zakynthos is a place of vivid colours and aromas, of mystery and culture that will inspire and set you free. Whether it is adventure and excitement, or tranquility and relaxation you are after, holiday in Zakynthos, will reward you in every way.

A cosmopolitan resort

Laganas Beach

The largest resort on the Island, Laganas is 4 km away from the airport and 6 km from the port and Zakynthos town. The cosmopolitan nightlife with a choice of traditional Greek, Italian, and Chinese restaurants and a variety ofbars and clubs transform the resort to a popular destination with visitors from all over the world.

Just 50m. (2-minutes-walk) from the endless beach of Laganas, where the crystal-clear waters flirt with the golden grained sand, Tzante Hotel is the perfect retreat for holidays remarkably close to the seaside. Wonderful as it is, Laganas beach provides organized facilities with sunbeds, umbrellas, water sports, beach bars for all tastes, scuba diving and organized excursions to Marathonisi and the Keri caves.

Natura Protected Area

National Marine Park

The National Marine Park of Zakynthos is also located in Laganas which aims to protect the nesting beaches of the loggerhead sea turtle Caretta Caretta, the monk seal Monachus Monachus habitat and population, the avifauna, terrestrial and coastal flora and fauna, the marine ecosystem and fish stocks.

While swimming, do not be surprised if a Caretta Caretta turtle swims very close to you (we encourage you not to get any closer or try touching the turtles).

Sports & Adventures

Activities

There is a plethora of activities you can do during your holidays in Zakynthos with its wonderful beaches and beautiful nature. You can join one of the scuba diving classes go parasailing, hand-gliding, water- skiing, canoeing, jet skiing or join sightseeing tours. If you are a nature lover, you may take a cruise to discover the Caretta Caretta turtle or go horseback riding and biking. You may as well take daily trips to the famous Shipwreck for a swim or depart from Zakynthos town for some Island hopping to Kefalonia which is nearby.
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Sightseeing

Attractions

While in Zakynthos you may wish to dedicate some of your time visiting the marvelous attractions of the Island. Do not miss to take a tour in Zakynthos town and the Bochali traditional district where you can find the well-preserved Venetian Castle. Other impressive attractions arethe Blue Caves, the sunset at Keri Villas, the Marathonisi Island (Turtle Island) and the Kampi village with the marvelous view.

Distances from the Hotel

Nearest beach: 50 meters ( 2-minutes-walk)

The endless Laganas beach with the crystal clear waters and the golden grained sand is the most famous on the Island with organized facilities and plenty of activities.

Bus Stop: 50 meters

The central bus station is located in Zakynthos Town and there is a bus service available for almost every destination in Zakynthos. There are daily buses going to the mainland, to the cities of Patras, Athens and Thessaloniki. You can also take the free bus to St. Nicholas beach from Laganas bus stop and there you can enjoy doing water sports.

Zakynthos town: 6 km

Zakynthos town offers many interesting things to the visitor such us the famous church of St. Dionysios, numerous museums, the Solomos and Saint Mark squares. At Zakynthos town you can walk among the little Venetian streets with a selection of shops, traditional taverns, luxury restaurants and cafes available.

Zakynthos Airport: 4 km

Zakynthos International Airport “Dionysios Solomos“( ZTH ) is a few minutes’ drive from the hotel and there are always plenty of taxis available for your transfer. At Tzante Hotel we are co-operating with one of the largest transfer companies on the island and we can arrange your transfer to /from the hotel.

Zakynthos Port: 6 km

Zakynthos is about 90 minutes by ferry from Killini Port. Another one-hour drive from Killini Port is the new Port of Patras which is connected with the Italian Ports of Ancona, Bari, Brindisi and Venice. Patra is the third largest city of Greece and the capital of the Prefecture of Achaia. Ancient Olympia where the ancient Olympic Games were held and one of the major archeological sites in Greece is also one-hour drive from Killini Port. Athens the capital city of Greece and home to the Acropolis and the Parthenon and is just 4 hours’ drive via a brand-new highway.
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