Moraitika is situated on a coastal plain on the east coast of
Corfu and has a backdrop of olive grove covered hills. Situated just 12 miles from the capital Corfu Town and the airport. Benitses resort is 4 miles north. Moraitika has grown a great deal over the years and is now a very developed resort that is tending to merge with the
Messonghi holiday resort on the other side of the river Messonghi, which forms the border between the two. The original village of Ano Moraitika still exists on the hill above but is now dwarfed by the largely purpose-built holiday resort that runs along either side of the coast road. Moraitika is based around this main strip which has plenty of bars, tavernas and restaurants, many offering British options alongside Greek favourites. There are plenty of lively clubs and discos open until late but in
Moraitika is not as wild as the youth resort of
Kavos. Moraitika appeals to a cosmopolitan mix of families, younger couples and those wanting plenty of lively entertainment, plentiful budget to mid-range accommodation and a sandy beach close to
Corfu Town.
Moraitika resort is just a few hundred metres above the beach, which is a little quieter. Moraitika beach is a popular, long mixture of sand and shingle with warm, shallow water for safe bathing and swimming for children. Diving centre and other water sport facilities, boat trips and go-karting are available on the resort.
Moraitika has some Roman remains to visit and certainly include a couple of strolls up to the original village of Ano Moraitika, a contrast from the main resort with its narrow lanes and picturesque unspoilt little flower-decked houses. Here you will find excellent tavernas, and superb views from the church of Theotokou Kimiseos. Fisherman still work from the river that separates
Moraitika from Messonghi. Moraitika is served by regular buses south to Kavos and Messonghi and north to Benitses and the fascinating capital Corfu Town. The Aqualand waterpark is another popular holiday excursion.
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