Your stay — Isavella Studios
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5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 52 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs are widely available in Zakynthos Town; avoid currency exchange bureaux at the airport and tourist spots as they offer poor rates — withdraw from a bank ATM instead.
Card acceptance is common in restaurants, supermarkets, and larger shops in 291 area, but smaller cafes and taxis often prefer cash; contactless is standard.
Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory: round up taxi fares, leave 5–10% in restaurants if service is good, and offer a couple of euros to hotel staff for good service.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standard Greek coffee at a local kafeneio costs about €2–3.
A souvlaki pita from a takeaway is €3–4; a fast-food burger or gyros plate around €5–7.
A main course at a modest taverna — like moussaka or grilled fish — runs €8–12, often including a small salad or bread.
Zakynthos Town has clusters of souvlaki and gyros shops near the harbour and main square; Argassi strip is also lined with cheap-eat takeaways.
Lidl and AB Vassilopoulos are common budget supermarket chains in and around the 291 area.
Zakynthos Town's high street (Alexandrou Roma and Dionysiou Solomou) has affordable chains like H&M, Zara, and local boutiques; no dedicated market for cheap clothes.
Local KTEL buses cover the island for around €1.80–2.50 per single trip; from the airport, take bus line 1 to Zakynthos Town (€1.80) or a taxi for about €10–15.
Buy bottled water and snacks at supermarkets rather than beach kiosks; skip pricey boat tours and instead take the public ferry to Marathonisi or Keri; eat lunch at tavernas away from the main tourist strips for lower prices.
Good to know — Zakynthos
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
Zakynthos112 is the pan-European emergency number; in Zakynthos dial 100 for police, 166 for ambulance, 199 for fire. For non-urgent tourist police call +30 26950 28500. Keep your hotel address and nearest landmark handy.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Zakynthos, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Isavella Studios
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 52 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Zakynthos Town Bus Station → Plaka Beach (Tsilivi stop)
💡 Buses are limited on Sundays—check the KTEL Zakynthos app for live times. Get off at the Tsilivi stop near Romas Taverna; it's a 10-minute walk to Plaka.
Plaka Beach Resort → Zakynthos Town Centre
💡 Flag down a taxi on Tsilivi's main strip or call +30 26950 48500. Rates are metered but confirm before departure; trips within Tsilivi are flat €5–€7.
Zakynthos Airport (ZTH) → Zakynthos Town Bus Station
💡 This is a limited summer service. From the town station, switch to the Tsilivi bus (€1.80, 25 mins). Avoid for late flights—last bus leaves at 20:00.
Zakynthos International Airport (ZTH) → Plaka Beach Resort (near Tsilivi)
💡 Pre-book through the hotel or a local company like Zakynthos Transfers to avoid airport surcharges. Drivers typically meet you at arrivals with a name board.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Isavella Studios?
Check-in at Isavella Studios is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Isavella Studios?
A souvlaki pita from a takeaway is €3–4; a fast-food burger or gyros plate around €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Isavella Studios?
Local KTEL buses cover the island for around €1.80–2.50 per single trip; from the airport, take bus line 1 to Zakynthos Town (€1.80) or a taxi for about €10–15.
Top Attractions in Zakynthos
💡 Grab a coffee from a kiosk (€2) and sit on the steps by the church. The free municipal museum nearby has brilliant earthquake photos.
💡 Park at the Anafonitria monastery car park (free) then walk 15 mins. Avoid midday when tour buses jam the spot.
💡 Park near the 'Sunset Taverna' and follow the dirt track 200m. Arrive 30 mins before sunset for a bench on the rocks. No facilities.
💡 Bring water shoes. The path is rocky. Go before 10am to beat the boat crowds.
💡 Entry is €4 (cheap for the quality). On the first Sunday of each month it’s free. Photos without flash allowed. Allow 45 mins.