Psarou Beach Mykonos: The Complete Guide to Luxury and Accessibility
Psarou Beach, in Mykonos, is one of the island’s most famous and sought-after destinations. Renowned for its glamour, crystal-clear waters, and exclusive clubs, it attracts thousands of visitors every year. If you’re planning a visit, here is a complete guide based on a firsthand experience on August 4, 2025, to help you navigate the different options and make the most of this enchanting cove.
Walk on Psarou Beach in 8K: A Quiet Morning in Mykonos in August 2025 (Before the Crowds Arrive)
Discover a side of Mykonos you’ve never seen before. This 8K video captures the rare and peaceful beauty of Psarou Beach at 10 am, before the famous beach clubs and yachts bring their lively energy.
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Psarou Beach Unveiled: My Honest Experiences, Personal Recommendations, and Essential Travel Insights.
This guide is a collection of my personal notes and feelings from my visit to Psarou Beach. I believe that being helpful means more than just listing prices; it’s about sharing what truly opened my heart and what, instead, left me disappointed.
In this article, you will find:
- The Good and the Bad: I share my raw emotions about the stunning “natural pool” waters and my frustrations with certain local practices.
- Honest Recommendations: I explain why I might suggest the free beach over certain paid establishments, based on my own sense of value.
- Complete Information: Even if I don’t personally recommend a place, like Cavo Psarou, I still provide you with all the menus, prices, and service details I gathered.
- The Truth About Tipping: I’ve included a specific warning about unsolicited tips. In Greece, tipping is not mandatory and should be a voluntary gesture to reward great service, not an automatic charge added to your bill to take advantage of tourists.
My goal is to give you the full picture so that you can choose how to experience this iconic beach according to your own style and budget.
A Protected Cove with Dreamlike Waters
Psarou is not a particularly large beach, but its small size is precisely what makes it so charming. It is a sheltered cove between two headlands, which protect it from the wind and make it an oasis of tranquility. The sand, mixed with small pebbles, is pleasant underfoot, and the sea is simply spectacular. The water, extremely transparent with beautiful turquoise shades, deepens gently, making the sandy bottom perfect for swimming in an atmosphere that feels like a natural swimming pool.
Nammos: The Epitome of Extreme Luxury
You can’t talk about Psarou without mentioning Nammos, the hub of the beach’s social scene. It’s not just a restaurant but a true “luxury village” with high-fashion shops and a jet-set atmosphere. The experience here is exclusive, and the prices reflect this philosophy: the cost for two sunbeds and an umbrella can go up to €450 in the first row, with more “affordable” options starting at €250. It’s the ideal place if you’re looking for unbridled luxury and impeccable service, but be aware that access is highly selective. (prices August 2025).
Cavo Psarou: An “Affordable” Alternative with a Catch
If your goal is to enjoy Psarou without breaking the bank, one option on the beach is the Greek restaurant Cavo Psarou. The prices for sunbeds are more accessible than at Nammos: €70 for the front rows and €60 for the others, for two sunbeds and an umbrella (prices verified in August 2025).
However, the dining experience highlighted a major transparency issue regarding billing:
- Sunbeds and Umbrellas: The quality is modest and functional but not worth the price.
- Food and Drinks: The restaurant, which offers Greek and international dishes, has a breathtaking view of the sea. However, the billing experience was particularly unpleasant: the total amount of €79 became €96 due to an unsolicited 20% tip that was not specified on the receipt, which, moreover, had to be explicitly requested.
Cavo Psarou Restaurant Menu and Prices (August 2025)
The Cavo Psarou menu offers a wide variety of dishes, but with prices that, while lower than Nammos, are still high. Here is a summary of the prices observed:
Appetizers, Salads, and Traditional Dishes
- Greek Salad (Classic): €18
- Seafood Salad (Lettuce, dill, onion, tomato, shrimp, mussels, cucumber): €23
- Lamb “Kleftiko” (Traditional lamb with vegetables and cheese baked in the oven): €20
- Moussaka (Layers of vegetables with Bolognese and bechamel sauce): €17
- Octopus Stifado (Octopus stewed with shallots and tomato sauce, served with rice): €20
- Grilled Calamari with salad: €20
Main Dishes and Seafood
- Spaghetti Bolognese or Napoletana (Meat or Tomato sauce): €20
- Grilled Salmon Fillet with grilled vegetables: €26
- Mussels with Wine Sauce (Dill, onion, white wine, cream): €20
- Lobster Spaghetti (for two people): €140
Coffee and Beverages
- Water (1L): €3.50
- Sparkling Water (750ml): €8
- Coca Cola (330ml): €5
- Espresso (Classic): €3.50
- Cappuccino Freddo (Greek Iced): €8
- Fresh Orange Juice: €8
- Milkshakes (Vanilla/Chocolate/Strawberry): €8
CRITICAL E-E-A-T WARNING: The Unsolicited 20% Tip at Cavo Psarou
CRITICAL E-E-A-T WARNING: The Unsolicited 20% Tip at Cavo Psarou
While Cavo Psarou offers sunbeds at a lower price point, our personal billing experience highlighted a significant issue regarding transparency, which can seriously inflate your final cost.
The Problem (Verified by Receipt):
Caption: E-E-A-T Proof: The receipt we had to explicitly request from Cavo Psarou (August 4, 2025). Note: The final amount charged to the credit card was higher than the €79.00 total shown, due to an automatic, unrequested tip added during payment, which was not detailed on the paper receipt.
We personally verified that our purchase totaled €79.00 (as shown on the paper receipt, dated August 4, 2025). However, an automatic, unsolicited tip (which we estimate to be approximately 20%) was added to the credit card charge without any prior warning on the menu or the paper receipt itself.
The Takeaway:
- Request the Receipt Immediately: Always ask for the itemized paper receipt before paying.
- Verify the Card Amount: When paying by card, always verify the final figure on the machine before confirming the transaction.
- The Real Cost: This practice means the ‘affordable’ sunbed price of €60/€70 does not guarantee a budget-friendly lunch, as a hidden tip can inflate the cost significantly.
The Free Option: The Public Beach
Despite the dominance of luxury beach clubs, Psarou also offers a section of public beach. If you want to enjoy the sea and the view without constraints or costs, you can set up here with your own towel. It’s a perfect choice if you only plan to stay for an hour or two or if you prefer to invest your budget in lunch or a cocktail with a view, rather than on the cost of a sunbed. Furthermore, beach safety is guaranteed by a lifeguard who is also present in this area.
Useful Tips for a Visit to Psarou
- Parking: If you arrive by car or scooter, parking at Cavo Psarou costs €15 for the whole day. It’s a reasonable expense for the area.
- Timing: The beach is frequented by people who live the nightlife and wake up late. If you arrive in the morning (around 10 am), you will find few people and will have the chance to choose the best spot, even without a reservation. From the afternoon onwards, the beach gets lively, and finding a place becomes more difficult.
- Marine Life: Don’t forget your snorkel mask! It’s not uncommon to see small fish near the shore that will keep you company while you swim.
- Additional Services: Besides the restaurants, you’ll find a lifeguard and an outdoor shower available to Cavo Psarou’s customers. However, Psarou is quite isolated, so there are no supermarkets or small shops in the immediate vicinity.
Psarou: A Reflection of Mykonos’s Appearances?
Mykonos is often synonymous with luxury, but as the observations gathered suggest, the island also has a more accessible and less flashy side. Many young people, despite not being particularly wealthy, come to the island to experience its unique atmosphere, perhaps staying for just a few days or seeking fun in the more popular clubs. Psarou, in this sense, represents the island’s dichotomy: on one hand, the opulence of Nammos, and on the other, the opportunity to enjoy the same natural beauty in a simpler and more authentic way.
In short, Psarou Beach is a must-see in Mykonos, but the experience you have there will depend entirely on you, your budget, and how you choose to live it.
FAQs
What is the quality of sunbeds at Cavo Psarou compared to Nammos?
At Cavo Psarou, the sunbeds and umbrellas are generally modest and functional, especially when compared to the lavish setup at Nammos. While clean and comfortable, they do not offer the same level of luxury or intricate design. Our experience suggests that while the €60-€70 price point is more “affordable” than Nammos, the quality of the sunbeds themselves is not exceptional.
Why is Nammos so much more expensive than other beach clubs on Psarou Beach?
The price difference (sunbeds starting at €250 and rising to €450 for the front row) reflects the extreme level of luxury, service, and exclusivity provided by Nammos. Unlike Cavo Psarou’s functional setup, Nammos offers a high-end experience, superior quality sunbeds, and a more private environment, establishing it as the hub of Mykonos’s jet-set social scene.
Cavo Psarou Suites: Accommodation and Booking Details
Beyond the restaurant and beach club, Cavo Psarou also offers luxury Suites accommodation, making it possible to stay right in the Psarou area.
If you are interested in booking or learning more about the suites, here are the direct contact details:
| Detail | Information |
| Contact Person | Angeletakis Constantinos |
| Website | www.cavopsarousuites.com |
| Phone (Fixed) | +30 22890 25822 |
| Mobile | +30 6944 263078 |
| costas.cool@hotmail.com |
Psarou Beach: My Personal Diary Between Enchantment and Contrasts
Monday, August 4, 2025 – 10:13 AM
Everything I am sharing—the prices, the impressions, and my raw emotions—refers specifically to this day. These are the actual August prices verified on-site.
Arrival and the Impact of Luxury
We arrived at the beach and initially took a wrong turn toward Nammos, which is essentially a “luxury village”. It is a cluster of high-end designer shops and a hub for the jet-set. While it’s definitely something to see, we were simply looking for a place to park and experience the beach for a few hours.
We eventually found the parking at Cavo Psarou, where a lady at the entrance gate informed us the cost was 15 Euro for the whole day. For this area, that is a very reasonable price. From there, you enter directly through the restaurant, which also manages the sunbeds.
Thoughts on Luxury vs. Value
Cavo Psarou is the “cheaper” option on the beach (70€ for the first two rows, 60€ for the others). However, I have to be completely honest: I wouldn’t take these sunbeds. The quality is quite modest compared to the price.
My heartfelt advice? If you want to save money, go to the free beach. It’s not a huge stretch of sand, but if you arrive in the morning just to stay for an hour or two, it’s perfect. You can then take the money you saved on sunbeds and spend it on a nice aperitif or lunch at the bar. The view from the elevated bar is spectacular—in fact, seeing the beach from above makes it look even more like a hidden gem.
The Magic of the Nature: A Natural Pool
Psarou is a small cove sheltered between two promontories, making it a true oasis of tranquility away from the wind. The sand is mixed with small pebbles; you can feel them under your feet, but it’s not unpleasant—it actually feels like a light foot massage.
The water… the water is so beautiful it paralyzes you and opens your heart. It is incredibly transparent with stunning turquoise hues. Watching the gentle ripples on the surface is pure magic; it truly feels like a large natural swimming pool.
A sweet detail: If you stand still in the water, you’ll feel a tiny “tickle”. It’s the small silver fish that come right to the shore to keep you company while you swim.
Mykonos: The World of Appearances
Mykonos is often synonymous with luxury, but it is also a place of great contrasts. While Nammos charges up to 450€ for an umbrella , I noticed that many young people who aren’t necessarily wealthy come here just to breathe in the atmosphere.
It’s an island of appearances. At 7:00 AM from our hotel, we hear girls saying goodnight to each other because they are just getting back from the clubs. You see people wandering around on scooters rather than luxury cars. In fact, the “biggest challenge” for many on social media is simply finding their own scooter in the endless sea of parked bikes outside the clubs.
A Bitter Note: The Restaurant Experience
We had a light lunch at Cavo Psarou (a rich seafood salad and a salmon avocado club sandwich). The setting was lovely, and while waiting for the food, I couldn’t resist walking down the steps just to put my feet in the water one last time.
However, I absolutely do not recommend this restaurant. While the food was fine, the way they handled the bill was very unpleasant. The total was 79€, but they automatically added a 20% tip without asking, bringing the final total to 96€.
Important Note: In Greece, tipping is not mandatory and should never be automatically added to the bill. It is meant to be a voluntary, spontaneous gesture to reward great service. Unfortunately, some tourist spots are taking advantage of the customs of other countries to force these extra charges on guests.
Final Tips
- Timing is Everything: Arriving at 10:00 AM is a paradise!. The beach is empty, it’s quiet, and you don’t need a reservation. The “night owls” don’t show up until the afternoon, which is when the beach finally gets crowded.
- Facilities: There is a lifeguard even for the free area, which is great for safety. The restaurant provides toilets and an outdoor shower for its customers.
Beyond the Shore: Why We Chose the Free Beach to Make Time for Delos.
The Journey Continues: From the Blue Waters to Ancient History
Choosing the free beach area at Psarou wasn’t just a way to avoid the high costs of the sunbeds; it was a strategic choice for our day. Since we arrived at 10 AM, we were able to fully enjoy the “natural pool” and a delicious Greek lunch without the commitment of a full-day rental.
This flexibility allowed us to head back to Mykonos Town in the early afternoon, where a boat was waiting for us. We had planned a visit to the sacred island of Delos, the legendary birthplace of Apollo. By not being “tied” to a sunbed, our day became a perfect blend of relaxation and culture, making our Mykonos experience feel truly complete.
Read more about our historical adventure here: Historical Things to Do in Mykonos: Dive into History with a Trip to Delos, the Island of Apollo
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