We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Peloponnese, Greece. We have also included accommodation in villas, historic buildings, mansions, residences, boutique hotels, monasteries, apartments, romantic hotels and guest houses. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Boutique hotel.Great bar. Featured amongst the 65 Best New Hotels in Conde Nast Traveller's Hot List 2011, Kinsterna Hotel offers boutique accommodation with privileged views of the castle of Monemvasia and the endless blue of the Aegean. Set within a restored Byzantine mansion, the suites and rooms have been authentically furnished and designed to reflect the building’s history. All rooms are individually designed and equipped to the finest detail; flat screen TVs, branded bathroom amenities, bathrobes and slippers, heated towel rack, scales, pillow menu and internet connection are standard. Guests can start their day with a Greek Breakfast with delectable in-season products coming mostly from the mansion’s gardens, such as virgin olive oil, citrus fruits and vegetables. The gourmet restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine using hand-picked ingredients with contemporary twists, whereas the appealing Spa offers a variety of treatments including a traditional hammam. A restaurant offering more casual dining options is also available. Kinsterna Hotel features a truly unique signature swimming pool. The freshwater spring emerges from the basement and eventually forms a river-like swimming pool with private relaxation areas. A swimming pool solely available to families with children is also featured. The pool bar serves delicious salads, sandwiches, cocktails and fresh fruit juices in a relaxing and inspiring setting. Guests can visit the castle-city of Monemvasia, the famous beach of Simos at Elafonisos, the unique port of Gerakas or Kastania Caves offering countless and rare geological formations. Kinsterna Hotel also offers a range of activities that familiarize guests with the history of the mansion and the surrounding area. The closest airport is Kalamata Airport, a 2 and a half hour away.Show full description
Kinsterna Hotel stands out with its stunning sea views, outdoor pools, and spa for relaxation. It has three restaurants with delicious food options. The hotel focuses on providing a peaceful and luxurious experience, making it a unique and exceptional choice for travelers looking for a memorable stay.
Apartment.Historic property. Popular among couples. Situated in the village of Omales in a historical building, 1 km away from Areopoli, Antares Mani offers stone-built accommodation with furnished balconies overlooking the sea. It has a charming stone-paved courtyard with olive trees. They come with a kitchenette, smart TV, coffee machine and mini fridge, while the bathrooms are equipped with bathrobes, slippers and hairdryer. The self catering rooms and suites at Antares combine traditional Mani architecture and contemporary elements. Wild flowers, plants and herbs of the flora of the Mani region compliment the garden and inner courtyard. Antares serves as a convenient base for exploring the nearby scenic villages, such as Limeni at 5.5 km and Itilo at 6.5. Within 11 km, you can also visit Diros Caves. Free Wi-Fi throughout and free private parking are provided.Show full description
Antares Mani is a charming hotel located in Omales village. It is set in historic 19th-century stone buildings and offers comfortable rooms and suites with air conditioning. The hotel stands out for its furnished balconies that provide stunning views of the surrounding area.
Boutique hotel.Romantic. Nestled in a stone, 19-century tower, Tainaron Blue Retreat in Mani features an outdoor pool with hydrotherapy and offers rooms with unobstructed sea or mountain views. Each air-conditioned room here will provide you with a flat-screen, satellite TV, Nespresso coffee maker and a minibar. Cocomat mattresses, linens, bathrobes, slippers, pool and beach towels are featured in all rooms. Extras include ecological toiletries, professional hairdryer and weight scale. Free WiFi access is available. At Tainaron Blue Retreat you will find a restaurant with Greek innovative cuisine, open veranda with teak deck and a garden. The restaurant is exclusively used by the property's guests. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including swimming, diving and hiking. Vathia Village is with 2 km, while Kalamata Airport is 79 km away. The property offers free parking on site.Show full description
Tainaron Blue Retreat is a stunning hotel, housed in a 19th-century stone tower. It offers breathtaking views of the sea and mountains. The infinity pool with hydrotherapy is a standout feature, and the on-site restaurant serves delicious food.
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great value. Housed in a 19th-century mansion in Leonidio village, Archontiko Chioti features an outdoor pool with decked terrace, indoor hot tub and hammam. It consists of individually decorated rooms with free Wi-Fi. Leonidio is the starting point for many hiking paths, while some taverns and cafés can be found nearby the property. Plaka Beach is at 4 km. Blending stone with wood, all air-conditioned rooms have a flat-screen, satellite TV and minibar. Each offers orthopaedic mattresses, Guy Laroche linen and Korres toiletries. Some rooms also come with a fireplace, hand-painted ceilings and arched walls. Including homemade jams, spoon sweets and fresh eggs, the traditional breakfast is served daily at the breakfast room of Archontiko Chioti with the monastery table. Guests can relax by the communal fireplace with a drink or cup of coffee. Archontiko Chioti is located 30 minutes’ drive from the mountain village of Palaiochori and 10 minutes’ drive from the traditional Poulithra village.Show full description
Apartment.Very stylish. Great location. Located in Porto Heli in the Peloponnese region, The Dutch Suite, romantic boutique guesthouse features a patio and lake views. The air-conditioned accommodation is 33 km from Poros, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site. The apartment includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a shower, a seating area, and a kitchen with a dishwasher. The Dutch Suite, romantic boutique offers a terrace. For added convenience, the property can provide towels and bed linen for free. Guests at the accommodation can enjoy hiking and fishing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Nafplio is 39 km from The Dutch Suite, romantic boutique guesthouse, while Argos is 49 km away.Show full description
The most STYLISH apartment in Peloponnese. It also has a great location and outstanding views.
Guest House.Great views. Built in 1932, Archontiko is a traditional property located in the centre of Anavriti Village, at an altitude of 900 metres. It offers traditionally decorated rooms with a balcony overlooking the surrounding area. Sparta Town is 15 km away, while Mystras is 14 km away. Fitted with parquet floors and dark-wooden furnishings, all units at Archontiko feature a safety box and a bathroom with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A café can be found within 500 metres of the property. Kalamata Airport is at a distance of 31 km.Show full description
Villa.Cosy. Great value. Situated in Monemvasia, CASA FELICIA-The Castle Mansion is a historic villa that features free WiFi, and guests can enjoy a private beach area and a garden. Set on the beachfront, this property has a bar. Featuring a private entrance, the villa allows guests to maintain their privacy. The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a dining area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and slippers. Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with sea views and an outdoor dining area. At the villa complex, each unit is fitted with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests at the villa will be able to enjoy activities in and around Monemvasia, like walking tours. Monemvasia Beach is 1.6 km from CASA FELICIA-The Castle Mansion. The nearest airport is Kithira Island National Alexandros Aristotelous Onassis, 72 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Great location. Popular among women. Aetoma is an 18th century mansion with preserved and highlighted neoclassical elements. It is located right in the centre of the Old Town of Nafplion. The rooms of Aetoma Hotel are decorated according to the building’s architectural style with works of art and handmade carpets. They are air-conditioned and feature flat screen TVs, refrigerators and free Wi-Fi. The private bathrooms offer hydro massage shower cabins. Breakfast is served until noon on linen tablecloths in the breakfast room. It includes home-made jams and traditional pastries. The hotel is located next to the historic church of St Spyridon where the first governor of the modern Greek state, Kapodistrias, was assassinated.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Popular among couples. Citta dei Nicliani is housed in a listed, 18th-century tower-house in Kitta of Eastern Mani. A characteristic example of local architecture, it is home to atmospheric rooms with free Wi-Fi and 32-inch flat-screen TVs. Boasting character, the Citta Dei Nicliani rooms feature engravings on stone walls and the old marble sink. The luxurious beddings by Guy Laroche and Korres bathroom amenities ensure comfort. In the room or in the patio, guests can enjoy an enriched breakfast which includes fresh bread, homemade jams, the famous lalaggia of Mani, as well as cheese, eggs, olives, and cakes. Drinks, homemade liqueurs and various snacks can also be enjoyed during the day. Area activities include horse riding, hiking and walking. Mani has more than 20 hiking trails, with paths leading to Byzantine and ancient monuments and lovely beaches. Citta dei Nicliani is only 200 metres from the village centre. Areopoli is 22 km away, while Pyrgos Dirou is a 10-km drive away. Free private car parking is available on site.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Elegant. Great location. Popular among women. Strategically located in the centre of Limeni, Pirgos Mavromichali is a restored 18th-century tower overlooking the picturesque bay. It offers elegant, stone-built accommodation and provides free, on-site parking and free WiFi in public areas. Featuring wooden floors and vaulted ceilings, Mavromichali rooms and suites offer views of the sea or the traditional courtyard. They are equipped with Cocomat furniture, mattresses, pillows, linens, towels, a flat-screen TV and minibar. Bathrobes, slippers and Korres cosmetics are offered free of charge. Other facilities include a sun terrace. Traditional breakfast is served at the monastery-style dining room or the stone-paved verandas. It includes homemade bread and marmalades, omelets, pastries and local delicacies. Guests can enjoy a drink or a coffee at the on-site bar or a meal at the on-site restaurant, both exclusively for hotel guests. The town of Areopoli is at 5 km, while the nearest bus stop can be reached within 120 metres. Kalamata is at a distance of 77 km from Pirgos Mavromichali.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Charming. Great interior design. Surrounded by the fir trees of Korinthia, in the village of Kastania, Astra is a boutique hotel offering uniquely decorated accommodation overlooking the lush surroundings. It has a stylish restaurant and a bar with a warm lounge area. Decorated in earthy colours, rooms and suites at Astra Hotel feature chestnut wood floors and Cocomat linens. Astra can serve as a starting point for day trips, such a visit to Stymfalia Lake located 10 km away. They all come with an LCD TV, DVD player and signature cosmetics. Some units also have a living area with fireplace. Guests can enjoy traditional specialities accompanied by a glass of wine in the dining room of Astra surrounded by large windows. The lounge area with its big fireplace is ideal for an evening drink from the hotel’s bar. Kalavryta Ski Centre is at 65 km. Free private on-site parking is possible.Show full description
In my judgement this could be the most CHARMING boutique hotel in Peloponnese.
Boutique hotel.Popular among couples. Limeni Inn Boutique Hotel Adults only 12plus has a garden, terrace and shared lounge in Limeni. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a private bathroom. Kalamata is 77 km from the accommodation, while Sparti is 61 km away. Free WiFi is offered. All units in the hotel are fitted with a kettle. The rooms are equipped with air conditioning, and certain rooms at Limeni Inn Boutique Hotel Adults only 12plus have a balcony. All guest rooms will provide guests with a fridge. A buffet breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The nearest airport is Kalamata Captain Vassilis Constantakopoulos Airport, 86 km from Limeni Inn Boutique Hotel Adults only 12plus.Show full description
Villa.Lively. Great bar. Offering a seasonal outdoor pool and views of the sea, Mythos Villas is situated in Stoupa in the Peloponnese Region, 40 km from Kalamata. The accommodation is air conditioned and features a seating area with TV and a dining area. Sparti is 60 km away. There is also a kitchen, equipped with oven, toaster and fridge. Towels and bed linen are available, while a washing machine is also featured. All units include a terrace. Mythos Villas also includes a sun terrace. The nearest airport is Kalamata Airport, 50 km from the property.Show full description
Villa.Delightful property. Gorgeous surroundings. Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a patio, Luxurious Villa by the sea is located in Posidhonía. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property offers bike hire and features a garden and children's playground. The spacious villa with a terrace and sea views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 3 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. The unit is soundproofed and includes a parquet floors as well as a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area. The villa has a picnic area and a barbecue. Loutraki Beach is 2.1 km from Luxurious Villa by the sea, while Corinth Canal is 6.2 km away. The nearest airport is Eleftherios Venizelos Airport, 110 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this place could be the most BEAUTIFUL villa in Peloponnese.
Boutique hotel.Historic. Popular among women. Dating back to 1870, this elegantly restored property enjoys a countryside setting in Mani. It offers a historic atmosphere, Creative Greek and International cuisine and country-chic rooms with antique furniture. The vintage-style guest rooms are fitted with custom-made anatomic bedding and have Apivita toiletries. A Greek breakfast is served on a wooden deck right on the sea. Creative Greek and International cuisine, prepared by the hotel’s chef are served at Kyrimai’s atmospheric restaurant. The Kyrimai Hotel lies a few kilometres from the southernmost point of the Tainaro peninsula, where the Ionian Sea meets the Aegean. This example of period architecture is a member of the Historic Hotels of Europe.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Hip. Great bar. Papanikola Guesthouse is located on the slopes of the Mainalon mount. It offers charming, rustic rooms, traditional breakfast and a wooden porch with stunning views of the mountain range. Rooms combine traditional architecture, a chic rustic charm with modern facilities. Rooms designed for people with mobility problems are available upon request. Each is en suite with individual heating, air conditioning, TV, refrigerator, safe and mini hi-fi. Hotel Papanikola serves homemade breakfast prepared with local produce and delicacies, including country eggs, homemade preserves and local honey. From the hotels' wooden porch guests can enjoy the view to the Mainalon mountain range as well as to the Falanthos fields, and down to the Parnon and Taygetos mountains. The guesthouses’ location in the village of Piana allows access to nearby attractions. Worth visiting are the cave of God Pan and the old dome church Panagia Polykammeni. Tripoli Town is 19 km from the property, while Athens City is 160 km away.Show full description
I think this is one of the coolest, most creative and cosy boutique hotels in Peloponnese! It also has an amazing hotel bar. WOW!
Boutique hotel.Lively. Great value. Located at an altitude of 450 metres, Gerofotis Traditional Guesthouse est 1892 - Close to Aigio, Akoli, Selianitika enjoys an ideal location, combining sea and mountain. The historic and restored residence boasts elegant guest rooms with beautiful views and is located in Lakka Village. All rooms are air-conditioned, lavishly and uniquely decorated with antique items and boast tasteful furniture. Amidst green vineyards and olive trees, the Gerofotis Traditional Guesthouse est 1892 - Close to Aigio, Akoli, Selianitika offers a peaceful retreat, just a stone’s throw away from the busy Aigio and within a short distance from the beaches of Aegio koli and Sellianitika (9 km and 10 km away respectively). The well-preserved 1892 mansion boasts a large terrace with breathtaking panorama of the Corinthian Gulf. The hotel’s lounge offers relaxing moments along with great views. Each is fully equipped with TV, hi-fi system, central heating, and en suite facilities. Guests can sample homemade breakfast , prepared with pure ingredients from the region of Aigio. The village has a tavern and cafe and offers opportunities for walks and mountaineering.Show full description
I rate this as the most LIVELY boutique hotel in Peloponnese.
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Boasting a garden with an outdoor pool, Villa Fantasia-Luxury Apartment offers accommodation in Isthmia. Athens is 80 km away. The apartment is located in a private house, and it features access to an outdoor lounge. Towels and bed linen are provided at Villa Fantasia-Luxury Apartment. Free private parking is featured, and free WiFi is available . A dishwasher, an oven and a microwave can be found in the kitchen and there are 2 private bathrooms. BBQ facilities are provided. Sunbeds and parasols can be found right by the pool. Nafplio is 67 km way, while the Epidaurus Theatre is 60 km from the property. The nearest airport is Elefthérios Venizélos Airport, 110 km from Villa Fantasia-Luxury Apartment and Mykines can be found 48 km away.Show full description
I think this is the most RELAXING apartment in Peloponnese.
Apartment hotel.Cool. Superb interior design.Opened August 2021. Offering a garden and inner courtyard view, Origami Boutique Residences is set in Nafplio, 1.6 km from Archaeological Museum of Nafplion and 1.5 km from Nafplio Syntagma Square. It is situated 1.6 km from Arvanitia Beach and offers a lift. At the aparthotel, each unit is fitted with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, bathrobes and slippers. At the aparthotel, all units include bed linen and towels. The accommodation features beauty services, free WiFi throughout the property and family rooms. Some units have a terrace and/or a balcony with pool or garden views. À la carte and continental breakfast options with local specialities, fresh pastries and pancakes are available each morning at the aparthotel. Popular points of interest near Origami Boutique Residences include Bourtzi, Akronafplia Castle and Palamidi. The nearest airport is Kalamata International Airport, 140 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I think this place could be the most WELL DESIGNED apartment hotel in Peloponnese.
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Nice surroundings. Located at the foot of Mount Taygetus and surrounded by its private forest, the 5-star Euphoria Retreat - A Holistic Wellbeing Destination Spa has a unique architectural design drawing inspiration from Byzantine architecture. With a specific philosophy aiming to provide physical and emotional transformation, the hotel offers personal consultants for wellness and nutrition, a variety of activities such as Yoga, Pilates and Detox therapies, and has a 3.000-m2 spa centre with a sphere indoor-outdoor pool . The hotel's suites are elegantly decorated with designer furnishings, unique textiles and soft colours and come with a living room and luxurious onyx marble bathrooms. The Archaeological Museum of Mystras is 2 km away, while Sparti Town is 5.5 km from Euphoria Retreat - A Holistic Wellbeing Destination Spa. Most open to private balconies or terraces with views over the traditional settlement of Mystras, the surrounding citrus valley and the forest. Guests can pamper themselves at the Euphoria Spa including a Tepidarium, Byzantine Hammam, Salt Room, Sphere Hydrotherapy pool, a marble steam room, outdoor California hot tub and a Finish sauna. Free access to Euphoria Spa and all daily scheduled fitness group activities is provided. Extra services include a 24-hour front desk, meeting and banquet facilities and free WiFi access in the hotel suites. Staff at the front desk can arrange tours in nearby destinations and attractions, as well as hiking at the surrounding area. Free, on-site parking is provided. The nearest airport is Kalamata Airport, 79 km from the property.Show full description
I would describe this as the most ELEGANT boutique hotel in Peloponnese.
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