George & Irene hotel is a family-run property located in a very central area just across from the main center of town (3 minutes’ walk). It provides very spacious and modestly decorated rooms and apartments, in typical charm, with balconies or terraces offering unobstructed views over Ios Chora, the Aegean Sea or the lovely garden of the hotel. Greek and Mediterranean menus can be enjoyed at the restaurant of the hotel, and that's a big plus!
Ios (also Nios) is an island of 108 square kilometres with a population of 2000. Its name may derive from 'ion' (flower), as the island was a practical flower garden in ancient times. Traditional Cycladic architecture with narrow streets and small squares will delight visitors, where the ancient city of Ios once stood.
Walking up the hill on the east of Hora reveals more of Ios’ many attractions and stunning views, including the old white windmills and the modern Open Theatre Odysseas Elytis – a masterpiece of architecture made of stone and marble named after a famous Greek poet. The Perivolia region features forests, flora and plenty of water, unusual for the Cyclades. In the works is a Botanical Garden in Mylopotas with a wide array of Mediterranean plants. Behind the scenes also lie many dairy farms with traditional cheese-making, beekeeping and local fishing activity, where most locals are more than happy to involve visitors in their trade and traditions.