Sami town is renowned for its tranquil atmosphere and scenic surroundings, making it a standout destination in Cephalonia. With its turquoise waters, lush hills, and inviting beaches, Sami embodies the essence of a Mediterranean paradise. It’s an ideal base for exploring the island, yet quiet enough to enjoy a peaceful escape.
When it comes to accommodation, Sami has it all. A villa rental is a popular choice for families, couples, or even a group of friends seeking a home-away-from-home experience. Offering privacy, luxury, and space to make your holiday unforgettable. Imagine unwinding by your private pool, enjoying al fresco meals, and soaking up the stunning views of the Kefalonian coastline.
Alternatively, modern apartments in Sami provide a more compact but equally comfortable option. These are perfect for those who want convenience and easy access to the town’s attractions, including its lively waterfront and charming restaurants.

1,393 properties

Apartment in Sami · 0.20 mi from centre
9.7
54 reviews
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Set within 700 metres of Karavomilos Beach and 500 metres of Cave Melissani, Ilias Apartments offers rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Sami. Featuring mountain and garden views, this apartment also features free WiFi. When staying at the apartment, guests can use private entrance. Each unit is fitted with a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, units are equipped with bed linen and towels. Monastery of Agios Gerasimos is 18 km from Ilias Apartments, while Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum is 23 km from the property. Kefalonia Airport is 28 km away.

Apartment in Sami · 0.76 mi from centre
9.7
323 reviews
Offering free bikes and lake view, Sami View is situated in Sami, 1.5 km from Karavomilos Beach and 3.5 km from Cave Melissani. This apartment has a private pool, a garden and free private parking. The apartment features sea views, a sun terrace, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. The apartment complex will provide guests with air-conditioned units with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a toaster, a fridge, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV, a balcony and a private bathroom with a shower. A patio with an outdoor dining area and mountain views is offered in every unit. At the apartment complex, units include bed linen and towels. If you would rather not eat out, you can make use of the kitchen facilities, which include a stovetop, kettle and kitchenware. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sami, like diving, fishing and hiking. Sami View features a picnic area and a barbecue. Monastery of Agios Gerasimos is 17 km from the accommodation, while Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum is 22 km from the property. Kefalonia Airport is 27 km away.

Apartment in Sami · 1.97 mi from centre
8.8
294 reviews
Breakfast available
The studios Stalaktites are located in the area of Drogarati, near the Drogarati Cave, and only 3 km from the port of Sami. All accommodation has private balcony with views of the surrounding countryside and the Ionian Sea. Surrounded by an evergreen landscape, the peaceful complex offers well-kept gardens, a large pool with hot tub and children’s section and a shaded café-snack bar. All studios and apartments are air-conditioned and equipped with kitchenette with cooking utensils and fridge, bathroom and TV. A baby cot is provided upon request.

Apartment in Sami · 0.07 mi from centre
10.0
6 reviews
Located in Sami, 700 metres from Karavomilos Beach and 3 km from Cave Melissani, Sami Loft provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. This recently renovated apartment is located 18 km from Monastery of Agios Gerasimos and 24 km from Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum. The property is non-smoking and is situated 24 km from Monastery of Agios Andreas Milapidias. The spacious apartment with a terrace and mountain views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Museum of Natural History of Kefalonia and Ithaca is 26 km from the apartment, while Korgialenio Historic and Folklore Museum is 27 km away. Kefalonia Airport is 30 km from the property.

Apartment in Sami · 0.08 mi from centre
9.8
15 reviews
Located 400 metres from Karavomilos Beach, Nostalgia Apartment A in Sami 50 metres from the sea offers a garden, a tennis court and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a children's playground. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. Each unit is equipped with a kettle, while some rooms are equipped with a balcony and others also offer sea views. At the apartment complex, the units are equipped with bed linen and towels. A minimarket is available at the apartment. Guests at the apartment can make the most of yoga classes offered on-site. Guests at Nostalgia Apartment A in Sami 50 metres from the sea will be able to enjoy activities in and around Sami, like hiking. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the accommodation, while snorkelling and cycling can be enjoyed nearby. Cave Melissani is 3 km from Nostalgia Apartment A in Sami 50 metres from the sea, while Monastery of Agios Gerasimos is 18 km from the property. Kefalonia Airport is 28 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Apartment in Sami · 0.12 mi from centre
8.9
65 reviews
Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, Sea Breeze Apartment is located in Sami. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi. The accommodation provides airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The spacious apartment with a terrace and sea views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. Karavomilos Beach is 700 metres from the apartment, while Cave Melissani is 200 metres away. Kefalonia Airport is 28 km from the property.

Apartment in Sami · 0.12 mi from centre
9.6
13 reviews
Casa di Vito, 10m from Sami's main square is situated in Sami, 18 km from Monastery of Agios Gerasimos, 24 km from Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum, and 24 km from Monastery of Agios Andreas Milapidias. The property features mountain and city views, and is 700 metres from Karavomilos Beach. The property is non-smoking and is located 3.1 km from Cave Melissani. The spacious apartment comes with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Guests can take in the views of the sea from the terrace, which also has outdoor furniture. The accommodation offers an air conditioning, a heating and a private bathroom. Museum of Natural History of Kefalonia and Ithaca is 26 km from the apartment, while Korgialenio Historic and Folklore Museum is 27 km away. Kefalonia Airport is 28 km from the property.

Apartment in Sami · 0.21 mi from centre
9.3
172 reviews
<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> Pavlatos Apartments & Studios in Agia Effimia offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Each apartment features a balcony with sea views, air-conditioning, and a kitchenette. <h2>Convenient Facilities</h2> Guests benefit from private check-in and check-out, outdoor seating, family rooms, bicycle parking, and express services. Free on-site private parking is available. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located less than 1 km from Karavomilos Beach, the property is close to Cave Melissani (2.9 km) and Monastery of Agios Gerasimos (18 km). Kefalonia Airport is 28 km away. Guests appreciate the balcony, scenic views, and convenient location.

Apartment in Sami · 0.22 mi from centre
9.5
35 reviews
Located within 200 metres of Karavomilos Beach and 2.6 km of Cave Melissani, Sea Salt Apartments in Sami provides a garden and rooms with free WiFi. Guests staying at this apartment have access to a patio. The apartment features family rooms. Each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a private bathroom and a well-fitted kitchen including a dishwasher, oven, fridge and kitchenware. The units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Monastery of Agios Gerasimos is 18 km from the apartment, while Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum is 24 km from the property. Kefalonia Airport is 28 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Apartment in Sami · 0.37 mi from centre
8.7
91 reviews
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Located just 600 metres from Karavomilos Beach, Pantelatos Studios provides accommodation in Sami with access to a garden, a tennis court, as well as a 24-hour front desk. The property features garden and city views, and is 2.1 km from Cave Melissani. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi, free private parking and an electric vehicle charging station. Opening onto a balcony, the air-conditioned apartment consists of a fully equipped kitchenette and a flat-screen TV. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the patio, which also has outdoor furniture. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities, saving a trip to the supermarket by requesting grocery delivery. The area is popular for fishing and hiking, and car hire is available at the apartment. Skiing and cycling can be enjoyed nearby, while a ski equipment rental service and a ski pass sales point are also available on-site. Monastery of Agios Gerasimos is 18 km from Pantelatos Studios, while Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum is 24 km away. Kefalonia Airport is 28 km from the property.

Apartment in Sami · 0.45 mi from centre
9.3
230 reviews
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<h2>Essential Facilities</h2> Maria's Apartments in Sami offers a garden, terrace, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy air-conditioning, a washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen. <h2>Comfortable Accommodations</h2> Rooms feature private bathrooms, garden or mountain views, and amenities such as a coffee machine, TV, and sofa bed. Free on-site private parking is available. <h2>Prime Location</h2> Located 27 km from Kefalonia Airport, the property is a 12-minute walk from Karavomilos Beach and near attractions like Cave Melissani (3 km) and Monastery of Agios Gerasimos (17 km). Guests appreciate the scenic views and room cleanliness.

Apartment in Sami · 0.58 mi from centre
9.0
153 reviews
Located within 400 metres of Karavomilos Beach and 1.5 km of Cave Melissani, Apartments Katerina by the sea provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Sami. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony and free WiFi. Guests can make use of the picnic area or the barbecue, or enjoy views of the mountain and garden. Each unit comes with a terrace offering sea views, a flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with a bath or shower and a hair dryer. An oven, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, all units include bed linen and towels. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Monastery of Agios Gerasimos is 19 km from the apartment, while Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum is 24 km away. Kefalonia Airport is 29 km from the property.

Apartment in Sami · 0.79 mi from centre
9.1
193 reviews
Set within 1.6 km of Karavomilos Beach and 3.6 km of Cave Melissani, Marina Studios provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Sami. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment offers sea views, a terrace, and free WiFi is available throughout the property. The units come with tiled floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, a dining area, a flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with shower and free toiletries. A balcony with outdoor furniture and mountain views is offered in all units. At the apartment complex, units come with bed linen and towels. For those times when you'd rather not dine out, you can choose to cook on the barbecue. Monastery of Agios Gerasimos is 17 km from the apartment, while Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum is 22 km from the property. Kefalonia Airport is 27 km away.

Villa property in Sami, Kefalonia · 0.85 mi from centre
9.8
7 reviews
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With a stay at Penelope Villas in Kefalonia, you'll be by the sea, just a 1-minute walk from Ionian Sea and 14 minutes by foot from Karavomilos Beach. This luxury villa is 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from Port of Argostoli and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Melissani Cave Lake.

Apartment in Sami · 0.90 mi from centre
9.8
22 reviews
Located in Sami and only 1.8 km from Karavomilos Beach, Maera Apartments provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property was built in 2025 and features air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. The apartment has family rooms. Each unit is equipped with a terrace, a fully equipped kitchen with a toaster, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, every unit has bed linen and towels. Cave Melissani is 3.8 km from the apartment, while Monastery of Agios Gerasimos is 17 km away. Kefalonia Airport is 28 km from the property.

Villa in Sami, Karavomylos · 0.94 mi from centre
8.6
16 reviews
Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Malena is situated in Karavomylos. This property offers access to a balcony, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation features airport transfers, while a car rental service is also available. The villa has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the villa can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Karavomilos Beach is 200 metres from Malena, while Cave Melissani is 2 km from the property. Kefalonia Airport is 30 km away.

Apartment in Sami, Karavomylos · 1.04 mi from centre
8.8
26 reviews
Set in Karavomylos, 400 metres from Karavomilos Beach and 600 metres from Cave Melissani, Angelos Apartment 1 karavomylos offers a garden and air conditioning. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, tennis at the tennis court, free private parking and free WiFi. The accommodation offers airport transfers, while a bicycle rental service is also available. This apartment is fitted with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom fitted with a walk-in shower. A private entrance leads guests into the apartment, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and fruits. The property has an outdoor dining area. For guests with children, the apartment features outdoor play equipment and a baby safety gate. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings and Angelos Apartment 1 karavomylos can arrange a car rental service. Monastery of Agios Gerasimos is 20 km from the accommodation, while Byzantine Ecclesiastical Museum is 25 km from the property. Kefalonia Airport is 30 km away.

Apartment in Sami, Karavomylos · 1.08 mi from centre
9.7
43 reviews
<h2>Comfortable Accommodation</h2> K for Kefalonia in Karavomylos offers a sun terrace, garden, and free WiFi. Guests enjoy sea views, air-conditioning, and a balcony. <h2>Modern Amenities</h2> The apartment features a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and private bathroom. Additional amenities include a terrace, patio, and outdoor dining area. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Karavomilos Beach is a 5-minute walk away, Cave Melissani 500 metres nearby, and Kefalonia Airport 30 km distant. Nearby attractions include Monastery of Agios Gerasimos and Museum of Natural History of Kefalonia and Ithaca. <h2>Guest Satisfaction</h2> Highly rated for its host, room comfort, and cleanliness.

Villa in Sami · 2.11 mi from centre
9.9
21 reviews
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<h2>Elegant Accommodation</h2> The superb villa with private pool peaceful location in Sami offers two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Guests enjoy a spacious living room, terrace, and balcony with garden, pool, and mountain views. <h2>Exceptional Facilities</h2> The property features a swimming pool with a view, sun terrace, and lush garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the villa. Additional amenities include air-conditioning, washing machine, and a fully equipped kitchen. <h2>Convenient Location</h2> Located 6 km from Cave Melissani and 26 km from Kefalonia Airport, the villa provides easy access to attractions such as Monastery of Agios Gerasimos and Argostoli Port. Guests can engage in activities like fishing and hiking. <h2>Highly Rated by Guests</h2> Guests appreciate the peaceful setting, excellent facilities, and attentive service, ensuring a memorable stay.

Apartment in Sami, Ayia Evfimia · 4.19 mi from centre
9.0
203 reviews
Located right on the seafront, Waterside Apartments offers self-catering accommodation with free Wi-Fi and a furnished balcony. It has a charming terrace with colourful flowers and BBQ, and shaded seating areas boasting lovely views of Agia Efimia harbour. The air-conditioned studios at Waterside are simply furnished, while some enjoy views of the Ionian Sea. They all have a kitchenette equipped with electric kettle and mini fridge, as well as a ceiling fan and TV. The property has direct access to the sea right below. The port of Sami is 9 km away, while the scenic beach of Antisamos is at 14 km. Free private on-site parking is provided.
The area around Sami village is a treasure trove of natural wonders and cultural gems. Start with a visit to the stunning Drogarati Cave, where you’ll marvel at its ancient stalactites and enchanting acoustics. Nearby, the mystical underground Melissani Lake is a must-see, offering boat rides through crystal-clear waters in a cavern illuminated by sunlight.
For beach lovers, Sami Beach is a short stroll from the town and offers a pristine stretch of white pebbles and calm waters, perfect for swimming or relaxing in the sun. If you’re in the mood for adventure, explore the surrounding hills on hiking trails that offer breathtaking views of the Ionian Sea.
Sami’s vibrant dining scene is another highlight. The town’s restaurants serve delicious local dishes, from freshly caught seafood to traditional Greek mezze, accompanied by excellent local wines. With its relaxed pace and warm hospitality, Sami ensures every meal is a memorable experience.
Whether you’re seeking a romantic escape, a fun-filled family getaway, or a relaxing retreat with friends, Sami offers everything you need for the perfect holiday. With its stunning scenery, fascinating attractions, and luxurious accommodation options, this Greek island gem promises an unforgettable escape.
Book your villa in Sami today and experience the magic of Kefalonia!
Villa holidays provide the perfect combination of affordability and comfort. Villa holidays are often much cheaper than staying in hotels, allowing you to enjoy the flexibility of self-catering accommodation without spending a fortune. You can choose from a wide selection of villas, all of which offer spacious living areas and fully-equipped kitchens. You'll have the perfect space to relax and unwind without relying on the extra charges and amenities of a hotel.
A villa and a hotel are both popular vacation lodging choices, but there are some key differences that set them apart. Villas offer more in the way of privacy and seclusion, with spacious rooms, dedicated outdoor areas, and larger kitchens allowing for relaxed in-home meals and entertainment. Moreover, villas are often located in residential areas, with access to the local community and amenities. In contrast, hotels offer a more traditional and convenient lodging experience.
The best time to visit Kefalonia is between April and October when temperatures are nice and warm and the surrounding landscape is full of vibrant colors and lush greenery.
Kefalonia has many wonderful beaches to explore, as well as charming towns and traditional villages, making it an ideal holiday destination. Some of the best areas to stay include Fiskardo, Lassi, and Skala with their stunning beaches, beautiful scenery and wide selection of restaurants.
To get to Kefalonia from the UK, the nearest airport is Kefalonia International Airport. From there, direct flights are available with operators such as Thomas Cook and Ryanair, departing from many regional UK airports such as London Stansted, London Luton, Bristol and Birmingham. Once at Kefalonia International Airport, there are several local transportation providers offering transfers to main resorts and towns across the island.
The currency used in Kefalonia is the Euro (EUR).
The time difference between the UK and Kefalonia is two hours, and Kefalonia is ahead.
The official language of Kefalonia is Greek.
