Magical Trails on Lush Roads Winding Through Mountain Slopes
Enchanting explorations through dense forests filled with thrilling trails, mountain biking, and adventurous canoe rides on wild, rushing rivers in Greece. A short getaway to a mesmerizing mountain destination offers endless charm, allowing us to completely escape the daily grind.
On the other hand, many simply need absolute relaxation in some of the most beautiful, elegant, and luxurious hotels in our country.
There, amid stunning breakfast rooms and cozy central lounges with a crackling fireplace filling the space with warmth, you’ll find some of the most meticulously crafted and specialized spas within Greek hotels. Wellness and relaxation spots nestled in the heart of pristine nature offer treatments and massages, exceptional hammam, sauna, and jacuzzi facilities, and some of the most idyllic heated pools you’ll ever dip into, making mountain vacations an entirely luxurious experience.
Euphoria Retreat
In the stunning town of Mystras, an almost mystical hotel with ultra-luxurious facilities and a unique atmosphere stands out for the high-standard services it offers.
Euphoria Retreat
Euphoria Retreat features 45 rooms with stunning décor, most of which offer magnificent panoramic views of the Laconian plain. However, the real reason to visit Euphoria Retreat, which first opened its doors in 2018, is the splendid Euphoria Spa, which is a destination in itself. The spa includes a tepidarium, Byzantine hammam, salt room, hydrotherapy pool surrounded by a dome, marble steam room, outdoor California hot tub, and Finnish sauna. Guests have free access to the Euphoria Spa and all scheduled daily exercise activities.
Additionally, one cannot help but be impressed by the hotel’s pool, which is half indoors and half outdoors. It is one of the most beautiful pools you will encounter in a hotel in Greece, and a place so serene and relaxing that it unlocks the mind and senses.
Sparta and the Mystras Archaeological Museum are just a few kilometers from the hotel and are worth discovering. However, it wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say that staying at this hotel is a complete escape in itself.
Mystras 231 00, www.euphoriaretreat.com
Orizontes Tzoumerkon
In the village of Pramanta in Tzoumerka, just 65 kilometers from Ioannina, you will find one of the most luxurious and refined hotels in the region.
Orizontes Tzoumerkon, a beautiful stone guesthouse located about 20 kilometers from the villages of Syrrako and Kalarrytes, offers enchanting views of a forest full of firs and cedars. All rooms have their wood stove for even cozier accommodation and warmth.
A highlight of the hotel is the wonderful wellness area where you will find one of the best indoor pools in mountain hotels in Greece. The hotel’s spa is a distinct destination in itself and is open daily from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., offering massage services, high-level individual treatments, a hammam, jacuzzi, sauna, and a fully equipped gym. Note that using the hammam and sauna incurs an additional charge of €28 for 45 minutes (for up to 2 people).
In the evenings, you can dine at the hotel’s à la carte restaurant to enjoy some of the best traditional dishes of Epirus presented with a more modern twist or relax in the luxurious lounge with stunning glass walls overlooking the mountain.
Tsopelas Pramanta, Ioannina 44001
Mikro Papigo 1700 Hotel & Spa
In one of the most beautiful, picturesque, and popular Zagori villages, the lush Mikro Papigo, you’ll find a boutique hotel gem that first opened its doors a few years ago as a fresh business venture by Olympic champion Kostas Kenteris and his wife Elsa Exarchou.
Mikro Papigo 1700 Hotel & Spa consists of 8 different buildings with a total of 18 rooms and suites offering unique views of the natural beauty of Epirus. At the Veranda 1700 bar-restaurant, guests can enjoy delicious local dishes made with fresh products from local producers. A certified Greek breakfast is prepared daily, including homemade sweet and savory pies, seasonal jams, local dairy products, herbal teas, and Greek coffee.
Apart from exploring Papigo and the surrounding villages, there is little reason to leave this meticulously maintained space, with rooms designed by French architect and interior designer Philippe Starck. The hotel’s spa is exceptional with the glass walls of the indoor pool overlooking the lush slopes. You can enjoy the jacuzzi, sauna, hammam, and gym equipment. Pilates, yoga, aqua aerobics, as well as massage, and facial and body treatments are also available.
Mikro Papigo, 44004
Santa Marina Spa
In Arachova, Greece’s most popular winter destination, near the Parnassus ski slopes and the Delphi valley, the well-known Santa Marina Spa resort is a truly relaxing retreat in the heart of the wild nature.
With its large indoor pool being the hallmark of the hotel’s spa, a swim with views of the breathtaking landscapes of Parnassus is a must in your stay package at Santa Marina in Arachova. After swimming, a short time in the jacuzzi is essential to relax before indulging in a series of treatments aimed at improving your face or body by the experienced staff at Santa Marina Resort.
All suites in the hotel have wonderful views of the mountainous landscape and Delphi is elegantly decorated with wooden furniture and features a traditional fireplace. Guests can start their day with a buffet breakfast. The Santa Marina Resort restaurant serves traditional fondues and healthy dishes. The restaurant and bars also offer an ideal setting to enjoy views of Arachova’s stunning landscape.
Kalanaki, Arachova, 32004
Xenia Palace Portaria
Set in an ideal, lush location in the beautiful Portaria, Xenia Palace Portaria consists of three separate buildings with a total of 75 comfortable, luxurious rooms.
With views over the city of Volos and the Pagasetic Gulf, you can enjoy a delicious meal at La Veranda’s all-day bar restaurant or, if you prefer more tranquility and seclusion, have a drink in the hotel’s lobby.
For the ultimate experience of relaxation and pampering at Xenia Palace Portaria, there is a wonderful spa area, Centaurus Secrets, featuring treatment cabins, a sauna, a relaxation room, a hydrotherapy cabin, an event shower, and a treatment space. All face and body treatments use only natural cosmetics.
Portaria, Pelion 37011
Valeni Boutique Hotel
Another very beautiful hotel in Portaria, Pelion, Valeni Boutique Hotel features just 14 rooms with simple yet very chic décor. The hotel is an ideal starting point for those who want to fully experience the thrills of an exciting mountain destination like Pelion, whether you want to spend hours exploring the picturesque Portaria and the wonderful Makrinitsa, the nearby village just 2.4 kilometers away, or dream of a complete exploration of the mythical world of the Centaur’s mountain.
On the other hand, if you simply want to relax and unwind in a completely serene wellness space, then Valeni Boutique Hotel is the perfect choice, as it has an excellent spa with its indoor heated pool, Rasul, Ottoman hammam, massage area, and face-body treatments. You can complete your treatments while seated on a special heated relax couch, sipping herbal tea.
Portaria, Pelion
Grand Forest Metsovo
Grand Forest Metsovo, a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, is an ultra-luxurious retreat of international standards in the heart of a beautiful pine forest. The comfortable rooms are dressed in soft colors and decorated with wooden furniture, giving a rustic character to all spaces. The modern marble bathrooms with soft bathrobes and quality, branded toiletries are also very nice.
Here, you can spend an entire weekend without ever feeling the need to move or seek a different experience. From relaxing afternoons by the impressive fireplace in the main lounge and evenings with fantastic food at the Metsovo 1350m restaurant to relaxing mornings at the stunning Fontus Spa of Grand Forest Metsovo, your moments at the most luxurious hotel in Metsovo are unique.
A hallmark of the hotel is the unique and highly photogenic indoor pool with its enormous glass wall facing the Pindus directly, making it a reason to spend a few days at Grand Forest Metsovo. As well as the excellent spa services. Indulge in the hands of the experienced staff of this fantastic wellness space and enjoy massages or face and body treatments. The use of the sauna and hammam incurs an additional charge of €25, while the indoor pool and jacuzzi are free.
Egnatia Road – Exit 7A to Anilio Metsovo 44200
Pleiades Land
On Mount Ziria, in the Middle District of Trikala Korinthias, you will find the guesthouse Pleiades Land, a stone luxury accommodation that stands out among the many beautiful lodgings in the area.
The hotel consists of 20 different, spacious suites with a seating area with a fireplace (wood provided for free), a very comfortable bed with linen covers, many windows for ample, soft light, and, of course, a minibar with all the goodies.
Breakfast is served in a very beautiful area, “immersed” in the most pristine side of the nature of mountainous Corinthia, with a buffet full of fine local delicacies, handmade sweets, and local products.
The hotel’s spa is one of the best and most modern you will find in a mountain hotel in Greece and includes, in a 350 sq.m. area, an indoor pool with various hydro-massages, a hammam, a Vichy shower cabin, sauna, and a 6-person jacuzzi. Book an appointment to enjoy some of the specialized massage and treatment services of the hotel, aiming to relax you, calm you, and boost your confidence.
Provincial Road Xylokastro-Trikala
Aristi Mountain Resort
With an incredibly beautiful indoor pool that has been featured in various social media pages and tourism magazines, Aristi Mountain Resort is one of the most attractive hotels in mountainous Greece.
With unique views of the surrounding mountain ranges and the Astraka towers, the luxurious Aristi Mountain Resort in Zagori features a total of 18 rooms—double, triple, and suites—with beautiful rustic décor. Stone, wood, and earthy colors are prominent, and the large lobby serves as the hotel’s core, gathering guests in the evening to relax with a drink and conversation by the warm fireplace.
Boutique Hotel Skamnos, Arachova
In the heart of Parnassus, at an altitude of 1200 meters, you will find one of the most renowned hotels in Arachova. Boutique Hotel Skamnos resembles a Swiss chalet, nestled in a lush green forest, and is about 12 kilometers from the cosmopolitan village, ensuring more privacy and tranquility.
The charming boutique hotel, which operates year-round, offers comfortable and stylish rooms with views of the Parnassus National Park or the ski center, many of which have their own fireplace for a truly romantic ambiance.
Each season, many guests choose Skamnos for its well-equipped wellness and relaxation center, and of course, for the beautiful indoor heated pool surrounded by comfortable loungers. The hotel’s spa also offers a sauna, hot tub, and gym, and with an appointment, you can enjoy specialized massage treatments.
Guests are provided with free Wi-Fi and free parking. The Parnassus Ski Center is very close, and the archaeological site of Delphi is 23 kilometers away. The hotel’s breakfast is excellent, featuring amazing local flavors and fine regional products.
Skamnos, Parnassus 320 04
skamnos.com
