Located two kilometres from the capital, Skiathos Town, Achladies is a large, sandy, fine sand cove with clear and safe waters and suitable for all kinds of watersports. The beach is 100 meters below the East coast road of Skiathos which runs from Skiathos Town to the Kanapitsa peninsula.
The beach is easily reached on foot, by car, by regular sea taxis from Skiathos Town or by local bus. There are several tavernas on the beach itself and, behind the beach, on the road, are more tavernas and supermarkets.