Aktaion

The recently renovated Hotel Aktaion is the main city hotel of Monemvasia. It is located right at the entrance of the bridge leading to the legendary castle and its balconies offer spectacular views of the sea, the rock of Monemvasia and the nearby small picturesque harbor with fishing boats. The 17 tastefully decorated rooms of Aktaion, most of them with stone-built beds and large balconies, offer a comfortable stay in the center of the new town always at great rates. All rooms have private bathroom, refrigerator and air conditioning. The hotel features a modern, colorful bar with comfortable armchairs and table games, where the guests can relax and enjoy their coffee or drink, while the rich breakfast buffet is served on the patio next to the bar. Right next to the hotel lies the main public parking of Monemvasia, where you can safely park your car for free, as well as the short and long distance bus station (KTEL). Aktaion Hotel is open throughout the year and is the best option for those who want to stay besides the sea, close to the “castle” and next to the picturesque harbor-square and the bridge of Monemvasia.

Peleponesse. Travel guide publisher Lonely Planet has released its annual list of the best places to visit in Europe. Topping the list is the Peloponnese, a region often overlooked by travelers to Greece, who tend to visit the islands or build a sightseeing trip around Athen’s iconic Acropolis. The region is described as “an affordable enclave of magnificent ancient sights like Olympia, Mycenae and Mystra”. Aktaion is located at Monemvasia, Lakonia, 23070, Greece and because of its ideal location provides a perfect way to explore the region and Menalon trail, which is popular with hikers. Book a room with Aktaion to discover why now more than ever the Peloponnese is the perfect destination for absorbing traditional Greek life, compelling history and inspiring landscapes. The Peloponnese remains an affordable enclave of magnificent ancient sights like Olympia, Mycenae and Mystras, which are scattered across a rich landscape of stone villages, teal seas and snow-capped mountains. Book a room with Aktaion and discover a perfect destination – absorbing traditional Greek life, compelling history and inspiring landscapes.