Must-see hotels in Peloponnese

  • Citta dei Nicliani

    The Mani

    A former stronghold of a preeminent Mani clan, this welcoming and elegant rural hotel has a historic ambience, fine stonework, exquisite beds, rustic…

  • Antares

    The Mani

    Run by knowledgeable Mina and Giorgios, this beautiful tower house, 1.5km south of Areopoli, seamlessly blends the historic (centuries-old vaulted…

  • Pension Marianna

    Nafplio

    Vibrant Pension Marianna is one of Nafplio's long-standing and outstanding favourites; you can't get better for value, Greek authenticity, and setting …

  • Colonides Beach Hotel

    Messinia

    This welcoming family-run resort is a cracking place. Apartments with kitchen and balcony are super spacious and have great outlooks over greenery, the…

  • Karalís Beach Hotel

    Messinia

    Pylos' best hotel is this intimate place with 14 beautifully renovated rooms in a brilliant setting under the castle walls and right over the water. Those…

  • Hotel Pelops

    Peloponnese

    This is among the town’s most welcoming choices, with comfortable rooms (all with balconies and many recently renovated) and a delightful, sunny lounge…

  • Mpelleiko

    Peloponnese

    The ultrahospitable and knowledgeable English-speaking owner, Nena, has converted her family home (dating from 1650) into a stylish guesthouse perched…

  • Archontiko Zafeiropoulou

    Peloponnese

    All options are essentially spacious, spotless studios and apartments, all with kitchenettes. The real treasure here is the friendly South African–Greek…

  • Amanites

    Peloponnese

    This lovely place, a converted historic home, has eight elegant rooms with drapes and tasteful fabrics. All of them face the fabulous outlook over the…

  • Hotel Europa

    Peloponnese

    This family-run hotel on the hill above town is popular with groups and families. Smart renovated rooms have blonde wood and a modern ambience;…

  • Messana Hotel

    Messinia

    Ultrahospitable Messana successfully blends the traditional elements of stone, wood and clay with modern decor including contemporary coloured-glass…

  • Kalamata Art Rooms

    Kalamata

    This lovely spot is right on Kalamata's sociable pedestrian plaza, with eating and drinking options all around. Rooms, some of which have kitchenettes,…

  • Apartments Melina

    Messinia

    This charming little gem speaks for itself – modern, spacious apartments across from the beach, with a perfumed garden of roses (over 300 varieties) and…

  • City Loft Boutique Hotel

    Patra

    Sleek and stylish apartments in white or black, on a quiet side street several blocks north of the main square, are slightly incongruous compared with the…

  • Tainaron Blue

    The Mani

    This impressive stone tower, 4km west of the turn-off to Porto Kagio, is a true retreat: there's nothing for miles around, except for breathtaking…

  • Grand Sarai

    Nafplio

    A beautifully renovated pink mansion over three floors that's sleek and modern on the inside. Rooms are very stylish, decorated in soft neutral tones…

  • Klymeni Traditional Homes

    Nafplio

    Set among citrus groves with lovely perspectives over the peaceful countryside, these traditional-style stone houses are perfect for families. They have…

  • Sventoura Hotel

    The Mani

    Tucked away en route from Pyrgos Dirou to the Diros Caves, this handsome tower has just five unique, characterful and arty rooms. Vaulted ceilings, an…

  • Kellia

    Monemvasia

    In a wonderful location, near the front sea wall with unimpeded views over a church and the sea. Rooms are simple and unfussy but atmospheric (some have…

  • Hotel Byzantino

    Monemvasia

    This range of atmospheric rooms is a great way to experience the traditional kastro. Rooms occupy seven different buildings and come in varying shapes,…

  • To Kastro

    Messinia

    Opposite the entrance road to the castle, these delightful studio apartments are run by Panagiotis, who likes his guests to feel like they are 'in a small…

  • Sofotel

    Messinia

    It's not a Sofitel, but it is much more charming. Modern, gold-trimmed and ornament-decorated digs at the entrance to the village are commodious with…

  • Aetoma

    Nafplio

    Intimate and comfortable, the five rooms in Aetoma, a classic mansion, have dark, heavy and stylish furnishings, and hospitable owners who go out of their…

  • Prytanio

    Peloponnese

    At the northern end of the main drag, Prytanio has rooms named after gods and painted in battleship grey. On the ground floor, all are modern, spacious…

  • Nafplion 1841

    Nafplio

    The five bright rooms (and steep stairs) are crammed into this converted 19th-century mansion. Rooms are simple and white: expect good mattresses,…

  • Archontiko Hatzipanayiotis

    Peloponnese

    In the heart of Leonidio, this hotel has a lovely paved courtyard with hammock chairs. The rooms surrounding it are just beautiful, with rough stone walls…

  • Zoe Resort

    Messinia

    This once-small family-run place on the seafront has morphed into an appealing midrange resort. Older hotel rooms with small front balconies (and the…

  • Hotel Filoxenia

    Peloponnese

    Kind of like an old-fashioned ski lodge with its handsome stone exterior, the long-running Filoxenia has had a modern spruce-up. Its 28 rooms are…

  • Proselinos

    Peloponnese

    Managed by a friendly young couple who can offer good hiking info, Proselinos has been fitted out in keeping with the age of this traditional building…

  • Hotel Rex

    Kalamata

    The Rex has a superb central location and will appeal if you like unapologetically retro decor and a touch of faded grandeur (it's been here since 1899)…

  • Malvasia Traditional Hotel

    Monemvasia

    The Malvasia makes the most of traditional architecture, though rooms vary in quality. Some of its renovated rooms feature heavy wooden beams and bright…

  • Nerida

    Peloponnese

    This upmarket, peaceful choice looks like it's modelling a designer homeware collection and, as such, is more contemporary than the average mountain…

  • Xenonas Tsarbou

    Peloponnese

    This slick-feeling place is a little incongruous in its converted historic stone building. But its rooms are pleasant, with gold and velvet trimmings…

  • Moni Emvasis Luxury Suites

    Monemvasia

    Consisting of three individually conceived suites, Moni Emvasis aims for luxury, from rain showerheads and spa baths to oversized, sumptuous beds. The sea…

  • 3Sixty Hotel & Suites

    Nafplio

    Ascend the spectacular spiral staircase, chandeliers all around, and you're faced with seven sumptuous suites of various sizes decked out in contemporary…

  • Enastron Guesthouse

    Peloponnese

    This appealing guesthouse with only three rooms is distinguished not just by the friendliness and helpfulness of its owners, but also by the meticulous…

  • Hotel Trapela

    The Mani

    The attractive rooms at this small hotel are each named after a Maniot settlement. They sport exposed stone, muted colours and wooden beams, coupled with…

  • Amymone

    Nafplio

    Amymone is all about stencilled art, faux graffiti and Blaxploitation silhouettes on funky door bedsteads. It will appeal to pop-art fans. Across the road…

  • Pegasus Rooms

    Peloponnese

    In the heart of Ancient Corinth, very close to the ruins, Pegasus offers simple, clean and well-equipped rooms with easy parking out back. Pleasant patio…

  • Kazakou

    Peloponnese

    This rambling stone house above central Dimitsana is one of the more casual options around. Host Ilias is ultrahelpful and the five varying rooms offer…

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