Where exactly is Ibiscus Kalymnos located?

Ibiscus Kalymnos is in Massouri, on the west coast of Kalymnos island, Greece, postcode 85200. The property sits 50 metres from Massouri Beach and five minutes on foot from the village square, where the bus stop, taxis and many tavernas, cafes and markets are. Pothia, the island capital and main port, is about 10 km away.

How much does a villa at Ibiscus Kalymnos cost per night?

A Studio for up to 3 guests (Studios 6, 10 and 16: up to 2) costs 55 euros per night and an Apartment for up to 5 guests costs 75 euros per night outside the winter season. Both rates are flat per villa with VAT included, so there is no per-person charge. Winter prices (15 November to 28 February) are not published on the website: for winter stays, call +30 698 589 0273 or write on WhatsApp to the same number. The Greek climate resilience levy is added per villa per night: 2 euros from April to October and 0.50 euros from November to March, paid on arrival.

Is the price per person or per villa?

Per villa. The rate does not change with the number of guests inside the villa's stated capacity. Three people sharing a Studio pay 55 euros in total, which works out to 18.33 euros each. Five people sharing an Apartment pay 75 euros in total, which works out to 15 euros each. A solo guest pays the same villa rate as a couple.

What does a winter or monthly stay cost?

Winter prices are not published on the website. All 14 villas can be booked in winter (15 November to 28 February), and Studios 26 to 30 also take stays of 30 nights or more; for prices and details, call +30 698 589 0273 or write on WhatsApp to the same number. The winter climate levy of 0.50 euros per villa per night is paid on arrival.

Does Ibiscus Kalymnos serve breakfast?

No. Breakfast is not served, because every one of the 14 villas has its own kitchen with a stove, fridge, coffee maker, kettle, toaster and cookware. Guests cook for themselves, or walk five minutes into Massouri village where cafes serve breakfast in season.

Is there a kitchen in the villa?

Yes, in every villa without exception. Studios have a kitchenette and Apartments have a separate full kitchen. Both include a stove, fridge, coffee maker, kettle, toaster and a complete set of pots, pans, plates and cutlery.

What is the internet like at Ibiscus Kalymnos?

The property runs Starlink as its primary connection with a fixed-line DSL connection as automatic failover, and Wi-Fi 6 access points across the grounds. Coverage is strongest in the open and shared areas; in-room coverage is being extended. The property does not promise a specific speed. Guests who need a guaranteed connection for work should ask before booking.

Can I work remotely from Ibiscus Kalymnos?

Yes. Starlink with a DSL failover was installed for exactly this, and every villa has a table facing the Telendos channel. Massouri is quieter in winter than in summer: some tavernas and a market stay open in the village, and Pothia, 10 km away, is a working town all year. Studios 26 to 30 also take winter stays of 30 nights or more; for details, call +30 698 589 0273 or write on WhatsApp to the same number.

Are pets allowed at Ibiscus Kalymnos?

Yes, pets are welcome and there is no extra charge for them.

Does Ibiscus Kalymnos have a swimming pool?

No. There is no pool. Massouri Beach is 50 metres away on foot, with a shallow pebble-and-sand entry.

How far is the beach?

Massouri Beach is 50 metres from the property, roughly a one-minute walk down the path. It is a pebble-and-sand beach with a shallow entry. Whether a lifeguard is present is something to check on the beach itself; children should stay in the shallow part under adult supervision.

Is Ibiscus Kalymnos good for families with young children?

Yes. The Apartment villas sleep up to five with a separate bedroom, the water at Massouri Beach 50 metres away is shallow and usually calm, and every villa has a kitchen for preparing children's meals at their own hours. June to August is the usual family season.

How close are the climbing sectors?

Grande Grotta, Poets and Kalydna are 10 to 30 minutes on foot from the property. Odyssey, Kastelli and Arginonta are 5 to 10 minutes by scooter or car. Kalymnos has more than 3,500 bolted sport routes. For route grades, current conditions and approach details, use the current guidebook or ask an experienced local climbing team; the property does not give route or grade advice.

When is the climbing season on Kalymnos?

The two main windows are March to May and September to November, when daytime temperatures suit long days on rock. July and August are hot enough that most climbers switch to early mornings, shade sectors or the sea.

Is Ibiscus Kalymnos open in winter?

Yes, all year. All 14 villas can be booked in winter (15 November to 28 February), and Studios 26 to 30 also take stays of 30 nights or more; for winter prices, call +30 698 589 0273 or write on WhatsApp to the same number. The owning family is not on the island in winter, so winter guests are looked after remotely by WhatsApp.

How do I get to Kalymnos?

Most guests fly to Kos International Airport, which is served by flights from across Europe, and take the boat from Mastihari or Kos town to Pothia. There is also a ferry from Piraeus in Athens to Pothia. Ferry timetables change with the season, so check them before you travel.

How do I get from Pothia port to Massouri?

Massouri is about 10 km from Pothia, roughly 20 to 25 minutes. Public buses run the route through the day and taxis wait at the port. Ibiscus Kalymnos does not operate or arrange transfers; the choice of route and company is the guest's own.

Does Ibiscus Kalymnos offer airport or port transfers?

No. Transfers are neither offered nor arranged. Taxis are available at Pothia port and at Kos airport, and the island bus connects Pothia to Massouri.

Do I need a car on Kalymnos if I stay at Ibiscus?

Not for the village. The beach is 50 metres away, the tavernas and shops of Massouri are a five-minute walk, and the closest climbing sectors are reachable on foot. Renting a car or scooter is recommended if you plan to climb across several sectors or explore the far side of the island; the choice of rental company is the guest's own.

How do I book a villa at Ibiscus Kalymnos?

Directly at https://ibiscuskalymnos.com/book, by email to info@ibiscuskalymnos.com, or by WhatsApp to +30 698 589 0273. The direct rate is the property's own rate of 55 euros for a Studio and 75 euros for an Apartment; the same villas are listed on Airbnb at 59 and 84 euros.

How is a reservation confirmed and paid?

A reservation is confirmed when the family confirms your booking request. You then pay the full amount either in advance by bank transfer, or on arrival.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellation is free up to 3 days before arrival: anything paid in advance is refunded in full, or moved to another date within 12 months if you prefer. If you cancel within the last 3 days before arrival or do not arrive, the first night is charged and the rest of any advance payment is refunded. Nights not used after an early departure are not refunded.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 14:30 and check-out is by 11:00. Reception is open 24 hours: the family lives on site, in the family house that also serves as reception. If you arrive late, a WhatsApp message with your arrival time helps us prepare.

Is cleaning included?

From March to November cleaning is included in the rate, with fresh towels and bed linen. For cleaning during the winter (15 November to 28 February), call +30 698 589 0273 or write on WhatsApp to the same number. Laundry: a laundry washing service is available for 5 euros, and each villa has drying lines on the balcony.

How many villas does Ibiscus Kalymnos have?

Fourteen, arranged as independent self-contained villas rather than hotel rooms along a corridor: 11 Studios for up to 3 guests (Studios 6, 10 and 16 for up to 2) and 3 Apartments for up to 5 guests. Each has its own entrance, kitchen, bathroom and balcony.

Is Ibiscus Kalymnos a hotel or apartments?

It is self-catering villa accommodation licensed in Greece as rooms for rent, not a serviced hotel. There is no restaurant and no room service. There are 14 independent villas with kitchens, run by the family that has owned the property since 1982.

Do the villas have sea views?

All fourteen. Every villa has its own balcony facing the channel between Kalymnos and Telendos island, which means a sea view and a sunset from each one.

Is there air conditioning or heating?

Yes, every villa has air conditioning, and the units also heat, which is what winter guests use.

Is parking available?

Yes. Free parking is on the road in front of the property; there are no reserved or guaranteed spaces.

What languages does Ibiscus Kalymnos speak?

The website and booking are available in English, Greek, German, Spanish, Finnish, French, Italian, Norwegian, Polish, Swedish and Turkish. In person and by message the family speaks Greek, English, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and Turkish.

How good are the reviews of Ibiscus Kalymnos?

Guest reviews are on Airbnb, one listing per villa, and a selection of twelve is shown at ibiscuskalymnos.com/reviews. The site does not publish an aggregate score. In its own records the family counts 2,847 stays by guests of 87 nationalities.

Should I stay in Massouri or Pothia on Kalymnos?

Massouri for climbing, beaches and sunsets over Telendos, because the sectors, the swimming and many tavernas and shops are there. Pothia for ferries, administration and a working Greek port town that stays fully alive in winter. Most visitors who come for rock or for the sea base themselves in Massouri.

What is there to do near Ibiscus Kalymnos besides climbing?

Swimming and snorkelling at Massouri and the small coves nearby, the ten-minute boat to Telendos island from Myrties harbour 10 to 15 minutes away on foot, diving with operators in the village, and the tavernas and villages along the west coast. The sunset over Telendos is the one thing most guests mention afterwards.

Is Telendos island worth visiting and how do I get there?

Yes. Small boats cross from Myrties harbour in about ten minutes, running through the day. Telendos has beaches, a small village, tavernas and no cars. Myrties harbour is 10 to 15 minutes on foot from Ibiscus Kalymnos.

Can I stay at Ibiscus Kalymnos for a month?

Yes. Outside the winter season every villa can be booked for a month at the standard flat rate of 55 euros (Studio) or 75 euros (Apartment) per villa per night. In winter (15 November to 28 February), Studios 26 to 30 take stays of 30 nights or more; for winter prices, call +30 698 589 0273 or write on WhatsApp to the same number. Every villa has a kitchen, which is what makes a month practical.

Is Ibiscus Kalymnos the same as Ibiscus Residence?

Yes, the same property under its current name. Older listings under Ibiscus Residence, the domain ibiscus-residence.com, and separate entries named Ibiscus studios type 1 and Ibiscus Studios type 2 all refer to this property in Massouri. The only official website today is https://ibiscuskalymnos.com.

Is Ibiscus Kalymnos related to Ibiscus Hotel Malia or the Ibiscus supermarket?

No to both. Ibiscus Hotel Malia is an unrelated hotel in Crete. Ibiscus Super Market is a separate grocery shop in Massouri village under different ownership. Ibiscus Kalymnos is the 14-villa accommodation registered under Greek tourism number MHTE 1257603.

How long has Ibiscus Kalymnos been operating?

Since 1982, owned and run by the same family throughout.

Is Ibiscus Kalymnos suitable for a solo traveller?

Yes. A Studio at 55 euros per night is the usual choice, and the flat villa rate means a solo guest pays the same as a couple. Climbers travelling alone are a regular part of the spring and autumn guest mix.

What should I pack for a stay at Ibiscus Kalymnos?

For climbing, bring your own rope, quickdraws, helmet and approach shoes, and check the current guidebook for what the sectors you plan to climb need; the property does not give gear or route advice. Guidebooks and gear are sold in Massouri village five minutes away. For winter stays, bring warm layered clothing: the villas are heated by air conditioning, but evenings on the island are cool.

Déc–Fév

Votre hiver a vue sur la mer — bureau ou pas.

Passez l'hiver sur une véritable île grecque — que vous télétravailliez, écriviez enfin ce livre, dérouliez votre tapis de yoga sur le balcon, vouliez simplement tout laisser derrière vous un moment, ou viviez votre lune de miel d'hiver. Internet Starlink avec ligne fixe de secours, mer à 17°C, villa meublée avec cuisine équipée et une île dans son moment le plus paisible. Les 14 villas restent ouvertes tout l'hiver — pour les séjours d'hiver, appelez-nous ou écrivez-nous sur WhatsApp : +30 698 589 0273.

Réservez un mois d'hiver

15 novembre – 28 février

L'hiver, en termes simples.

En hiver, deux choses changent à l'Ibiscus : l'île est à vous, et les tarifs d'hiver ne sont pas affichés sur le site — appelez-nous ou écrivez-nous sur WhatsApp, et la famille vous répondra directement.

Pour les séjours d'hiver (15 novembre – 28 février), appelez-nous ou écrivez-nous sur WhatsApp : +30 698 589 0273.

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Inclus

Villa indépendante entièrement meublée — entrée privée, balcon privé
Électricité et eau incluses pour les séjours d'un mois ou plus
Kitchenette : réfrigérateur, plaques, ustensiles
Internet Starlink avec secours par ligne fixe
Climatisation — chauffage et refroidissement, sans supplément
Balcon face à Telendos, cinquante mètres de la plage

Parlons clair

Les 14 villas sont ouvertes en hiver et réservables à la nuit ; les studios 26–30 accueillent aussi des séjours d'un mois ou plus.
La taxe climatique légale est de 0,50 € par chambre et par nuit de novembre à mars, réglée à l'arrivée.
Des séjours de 30 nuits ou plus sont possibles dans les studios 26–30 lorsque chaque nuit se situe entre le 15 novembre 2026 et le 28 février 2027 — appelez-nous ou écrivez-nous sur WhatsApp pour les détails.
De mars à novembre, le ménage avec serviettes et linge de lit frais est inclus. Pour le ménage en hiver, appelez-nous ou écrivez-nous sur WhatsApp.

Écrivez-nous sur WhatsApp Réservez un mois d'hiverUne réponse honnête de la famille

Ce qui est vraiment ouvert en hiver

L'hiver est la saison calme de l'île — à Massouri, la plupart des commerces touristiques ferment, et c'est précisément son charme. Une poignée de tavernes et de cafés continue de servir les habitants tout l'hiver ; lesquels, cela change d'une année à l'autre — une courte promenade dans le village vous montrera ce qui est ouvert.

La vraie vie insulaire se déplace à Pothia, à environ 25 minutes — la capitale qui vit toute l'année : boulangeries, boucheries, pharmacies et boutiques restent ouvertes tout l'hiver.

Les courses ne sont jamais un problème : les supermarchés de Pothia travaillent toute l'année, et avec la cuisine équipée de votre villa, vous êtes autonome dès le premier jour.

L'île reste reliée tout l'hiver : ferries pour Le Pirée plusieurs fois par semaine et bateaux réguliers pour Kos — et depuis l'aéroport de Kos, les vols pour Athènes ne sont qu'à une courte traversée.

Quelques cafés gardent leurs machines à espresso allumées tout l'hiver — tranquilles, locaux, et ravis de vous laisser installé des heures.

Réalité du télétravail

Starlink est notre internet stable sur toute la propriété — excellent aujourd'hui dans les espaces ouverts et communs ; la couverture à l'intérieur de chaque villa sera achevée d'ici la fin de la saison.

Si Starlink venait à tomber, la ligne fixe prend le relais en secours.

Pas de coupure programmée. UPS sur les routeurs.

La climatisation fonctionne dans les deux sens — elle chauffe l'hiver, rafraîchit l'été.

Trois mois d'hiver, trois îles différentes

Décembre

Le plus calme de la saison. Doux la plupart des jours jusqu'à Noël, la mer encore autour de 17°C. Pour clore l'année, écrire, ou ne rien faire du tout.

Janvier

Le mois le plus intérieur de l'île. Il y a des jours de pluie, mais quand le ciel se dégage la lumière est la plus nette de l'année. Un mois pour les longues marches et le travail profond.

Février

Le printemps arrive tôt : les amandiers fleurissent, la roche sèche, les premiers grimpeurs apparaissent. Le calme de l'hiver avec la lumière du printemps.

Ceux qui ont passé l'hiver ici

Tous les trois ont travaillé à distance. Tous les trois ont écrit dans leur langue.

Deutsch

“Drei Wintermonate hier. Ruhig, warm, und das Internet hat kein einziges Gespräch abbrechen lassen.”

TraductionTrois mois d'hiver ici. Calme, chaud, et Internet n'a jamais coupé un appel.

Jonas R.

Germany · February 2025

Español

“Hice un sprint de trabajo entero desde el balcón en enero. Starlink aguantó la única tormenta.”

TraductionJ'ai mené un sprint de travail complet depuis le balcon en janvier. Starlink a tenu pendant l'unique tempête.

Mateo V.

Spain · January 2026

Polski

“Kuchnia, Starlink, morze przed monitorem. Workation zrobiony jak należy.”

TraductionCuisine, Starlink, la mer devant mon écran. Le workation bien fait.

Anna K.

Poland · November 2025

FAQ Workation

Que se passe-t-il si Internet tombe ?+

Starlink tombe rarement — le seul vrai risque, ce sont les tempêtes d'hiver. Si cela arrive, la ligne fixe prend le relais en secours. À l'arrivée, nous vous remettons les identifiants Wi-Fi.

Y a-t-il un espace coworking ?+

Le meilleur bureau de l'île, honnêtement, c'est votre villa : votre coin tranquille, un internet rapide, zéro distraction — l'occasion parfaite de vous consacrer pleinement à votre travail ou à votre projet. Quand l'envie de changer de décor vous prend, les cafés du centre de Massouri et de Pothia accueillent volontiers les ordinateurs portables même en hiver : commandez un café, installez-vous des heures et faites de nouvelles rencontres au passage. Vous trouverez aussi facilement les autres télétravailleurs de l'île via les groupes sur les réseaux sociaux — la Kalymnos d'hiver est une communauté petite mais chaleureuse.

La villa est-elle assez chaude ?+

Oui — chaque villa a une climatisation réversible : elle chauffe l'hiver et rafraîchit l'été. Les hivers de Kalymnos sont doux, mais les soirées peuvent être fraîches : emportez de vrais vêtements d'hiver chauds, en couches — un gros pull est le meilleur compagnon d'une promenade du soir au bord de la mer.

Réservez un mois d'hiver

Pour les séjours d'hiver (15 novembre – 28 février), appelez-nous ou écrivez-nous sur WhatsApp : +30 698 589 0273. Une fois votre demande de réservation confirmée, vous pouvez régler la totalité à l'avance par virement bancaire, ou payer à l'arrivée.

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