There are holidays where every hour is accounted for, and then there are places like Avali – the kind of escape that feels like a deep breath you didn’t realise you needed. Opening August 1 2025, Avali is the newest hotel from the Mar-Bella Collection, a family-owned group of luxury five-star properties dotted around Greece’s Ionian Sea. Set in the quiet bay of Agios Ioannis Peristeron on Corfu’s less-trodden southeastern coast, this boutique, adults-friendly retreat is designed for travellers who value space, simplicity and thoughtful details – with a little sunshine on the side.
Tranquil moments by the beach at Avali
Avali is the fourth hotel in the Mar-Bella Collection, joining the flagship MarBella, which has been a Corfiot icon welcoming multi-generational families for over 50 years; Nido, an adults-only sanctuary and member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World; and Elix, a contemporary hideaway for outdoor adventures on the mainland’s west coast. Where Avali stands apart is in its tone: relaxed, sociable and effortlessly stylish, with a premium all-inclusive model that makes it easy to unwind – whether you're travelling as a couple, solo, with friends, or with children over six.
The hotel’s 76 rooms and suites all come with mountain or sea views, with options like rooftop terraces, private pools and grand balconies for those who want a little extra space. There’s a main infinity pool with freshwater and plenty of quiet corners – hammocks, shaded cabanas, loungers under parasols — all facing the sea. A 300-metre private beach means guests can stroll straight from their room to the water, or book a massage at the beach spa kiosk for a little extra indulgence.
Stiá
Food and drink are a highlight. Avali’s two à la carte restaurants include Zardini – a Mediterr-Asian concept with light, fresh dishes in a garden setting – and Stiá, a grill restaurant named after the Corfiot word for fireplace. Guests can also sip cocktails at the Cicada Pool Bar, unwind in the Lobby Bar or grab something from the food truck for a more casual bite. And with Mar-Bella Collection’s Dine Around programme, Avali guests can enjoy the restaurants at MarBella and Nido too – from seafood by the sea to elegant evening tasting menus.
For those in search of movement, there’s an outdoor yoga deck, a fully equipped fitness area with sauna and steam room, and a watersports centre offering everything from paddleboards and canoes to motorised boat rentals.
The poolside at Avali
With lush gardens, a peaceful beachfront setting and a quietly confident approach to all-inclusive luxury, Avali is the kind of place that invites you to slow down and savour the moment. And really, isn’t that what holidays are for?
Avali opens 1 August 2025. Book before 30 April 2025 and save 20% on booking your stay at marbella.gr
