ELaiolithos Naxos: A Dark Sky Destination in the Highlands

Located at 500 meters elevation in the highlands of Naxos, ELaiolithos offers one of the island’s most pristine night skies.

Set outside Moni village in a natural darkness zone, the property has no neighboring buildings and no disruptive lighting. The result is a clear, expansive sky ideal for private stargazing in Naxos.

By day, panoramic views stretch across valleys and the Aegean horizon.
By night, the sky becomes the main attraction.

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Stargazing in Naxos at 500m Elevation

Thanks to its:

• High altitude (500m)
• Minimal humidity
• Absence of light pollution
• Open horizon views

ELaiolithos offers crystalline visibility of:

• Saturn and its rings
• Jupiter and its moons
• The Pleiades
• The Milky Way
• Bright constellations
• Lunar craters

The island’s southern latitude (37°) allows excellent planetary observation throughout much of the year.

Stargazing here is not an organized event. It is a personal, peaceful experience — available to guests every clear night.

ELaiolithos’ Stargazing Advantages in Naxos, Greece

Perched at 500 meters elevation in the highlands of Naxos, ELaiolithos enjoys an exceptional location for stargazing and dark sky observation.

Its advantages are natural and rare:

• Open, unobstructed horizon views
• High altitude with low humidity
• Minimal light pollution
• Southern latitude at 37° allowing excellent planetary visibility

Planets such as Saturn and its rings, Jupiter and its moons, the Pleiades, bright constellations, and the Milky Way appear with remarkable clarity. Lunar craters become sharply defined, and deep-sky objects reveal themselves on clear nights.

The property is surrounded by silence and open space. With no neighboring buildings and no disruptive outdoor lighting, the sky feels expansive and uninterrupted.

Observation Equipment for Guests

Guests have access to high-quality telescopes and night observation equipment for private use, allowing them to explore the sky independently and at their own rhythm.

There are no scheduled events or guided sessions — the experience is intimate, personal, and entirely yours.

Stargaze and Sleep in the Same Place

One of the greatest luxuries of staying at ELaiolithos is convenience.

There is no need to drive elsewhere for dark skies and then return late at night. Your accommodation and stargazing location are one and the same.

After an evening under the stars, retreat directly to your suite in complete peace and quiet. Breakfast is served at your preferred time, allowing you to rest as long as you wish after a late night of sky observation.

Telescopes at ELaiolithos

ELaiolithos provides guests with high-quality observation equipment, available for private use.

Telescopes Available:

• Celestron NexStar 130SLT Computerized Telescope
• Zhumell Z8 Deluxe Dobsonian Reflector Telescope
• Night binoculars
• Premium tripods

The computerized telescope tracks celestial objects automatically, allowing guests to observe planets and stars with ease.

There are no scheduled star parties or astronomy classes. Instead, guests enjoy complete freedom to explore the night sky independently — at their own pace.

Stargazing Suites at ELaiolithos

Certain suites at ELaiolithos have telescopes for stargazing for night sky lovers, offering privacy, expansive terraces, and uninterrupted horizon views:

• Helen of Troy (Oraia Eleni) Suite – With its elevated balcony and outdoor tsacuzzi, ideal for moonlit evenings.
• Terra Suite – Open views and quiet surroundings for peaceful night observation.

All suites share the same sweeping views, ensuring that wherever you stay, the sky remains the main spectacle.

After dinner, simply step outside. No driving. No relocating. Just silence, stars, and space.

More Than Stargazing: The ELaiolithos Experience

ELaiolithos is not only about night skies. By day, you are within close proximity to:  

• Mount Zas (1004m), the highest peak in the Cyclades
• Panagia Drosiani
• Temple of Demeter
• The ancient Kouros statues
• Halki and Apeiranthos
• Numerous hiking trails and archaeological sites
• Beaches reachable within 20 minutes by car

Dining & Evenings at ELaiolithos

Stargazing is complemented by exceptional gastronomy.

The restaurant serves authentic Naxian cuisine prepared with organic produce sourced exclusively from the surrounding region. Grass-fed livestock, local cheeses, seasonal vegetables, and aromatic mountain herbs define the menu.

The bar offers carefully selected Naxian wines, Greek award-winning labels, local beers, and signature cocktails infused with fresh herbs and house-made purées.

Evenings are unhurried. Table games, conversation, wine, and the night sky create a rhythm that feels both grounding and expansive.

Romance Under the Naxos Sky

Honeymooners and couples often describe their greatest moment at ELaiolithos as the one after dinner.

The lights dim. The sky deepens. The telescope aligns.

“I love you to the moon” feels literal when you see its craters up close.

Without crowds or scheduled events, the night belongs entirely to you.

When Is the Best Time to Stargaze in Naxos?

The best stargazing conditions occur:

• During the new moon
• A few days before and after the new moon
• On clear summer nights

Without moonlight interference, the Milky Way becomes dramatically visible.

At ELaiolithos, clear skies are frequent thanks to the island’s dry climate and elevation.

A Different Kind of Luxury in Naxos

ELaiolithos combines:

✔ High-elevation location
✔ Natural darkness zone
✔ Private telescope access
✔ Panoramic terraces
✔ Sustainable gastronomy
✔ Complete seclusion

This is not entertainment. It is immersion.

Sleep Closer to the Stars

If you are searching for a luxury stay in Naxos with telescopes, dark sky views, and panoramic privacy, we invite you to experience ELaiolithos.

Reserve your suite. Power down. Look up.

The universe is waiting.

The Geographic coordinates POSITION of Moni 843 02, Greece where ELaiolithos Luxury Retreat is located:

Moni 843 02 Latitude:	37.081763
Moni 843 02 Longitude:	25.497814
Latitude DMS:	37°4’54.35″N
Longitude DMS:	25°29’52.13″E
UTM Easting:	366,480.43
UTM Northing:	4,104,998.17
UTM Zone:	35S
Geohash:	swd4unwbyjsh
Position from Earth’s Center:	NNE
Elevation:	468 Meters (1535.43 Feet)
City:	Moni
Country:Region:	Greece Kikladhes
Country Code:	GR
Country Code Alpha-3:	GRC
Time Zone:	Europe/Athens
Time Zone Abbreviation:	Eastern European Time
Daylight Saving Time:	No
UTC/GMT Difference:	02:00:00 AM

Geographic coordinates POSITION of Naxos island

Naxos is located in Greece country, in Europe continent (or region).

• Latitude: 37°06′20″ N (in decimal degrees 37.1055600°)
• Longitude: 25°22′35″ E (in decimal degrees 25.3763900°)
• Elevation above sea level: 32 m = 104 ft
• Avg. temperatures: 5-15°C in winter and 28-40°C in summer
• Avg. precipitation: 2-3 days per month
• The transparency of the sky is phenomenal at 20-22
• Latitude position: Equator⇐ 4126km (2564mi) ⇐ Naxos⇒ 5881km (3654mi) ⇒ North pole.
• Longitude position: Prime meridian ⇒ 2244km (1394mi) ⇒ Naxos. GMT: +2h.

All coordinates are given in the WGS 84 coordinate reference system.

Light Pollution Map of Naxos

Click the link for the interactive map.

WGS 84 is the latest revision of the World Geodetic System, which is used in mapping and navigation, including GPS satellite navigation system (the Global Positioning System).

Geographic coordinates (latitude and longitude) define a position on the Earth’s surface. Coordinates are angular units. The canonical form of latitude and longitude representation uses degrees (°), minutes (′), and seconds (″). GPS systems widely use coordinates in degrees and decimal minutes, or in decimal degrees.

Latitude varies from −90° to 90°. The latitude of the Equator is 0°; the latitude of the South Pole is −90°; the latitude of the North Pole is 90°. Positive latitude values correspond to the geographic locations north of the Equator (abbrev. N). Negative latitude values correspond to the geographic locations south of the Equator (abbrev. S).

Longitude is counted from the prime meridian (IERS Reference Meridian for WGS 84) and varies from −180° to 180°. Positive longitude values correspond to the geographic locations east of the prime meridian (abbrev. E). Negative longitude values correspond to the geographic locations west of the prime meridian (abbrev. W).

Elevation above sea level is a measure of a geographic location’s height. We are using the global digital elevation model GTOPO30.