Pirgos Mavromichali

We spent three nights at this beautifully renovated historic building. We were looking for a place of quiet luxury while still wanting to stay connected to local people, food, and history. All our expectations were exceeded—we were deeply impressed by the beauty and quality of the property, as well as by the friendliness and attentiveness of the hotel’s guardians. From the moment of our arrival, when we were personally greeted on the street, to the very end, when the owner himself placed our luggage in the car, we felt truly valued and well cared for. On the first day, the staff took note of our food allergies, and from then on we never had to remind them again. We especially enjoyed the peaceful early-morning swims (just a few steps from our room), the wonderfully rich breakfast (without the hassle of a buffet), and the many picturesque corners of the building perfect for quiet reading. We were also delighted by the variety of watersport equipment available free of charge—this encouraged us to try new things we wouldn’t normally have considered. A few words about the surrounding town, Limeni: we visited in the last week of August, when it was still quite crowded, and there was some noise from the beach, with swimmers picnicking near the lower hotel terrace where some sunbeds are located. Yet inside Hotel Pirgos Mavromichali we felt wonderfully secluded from the crowds, with our own sunbeds and gated access to the beach. The guardians take it very seriously that only guests may enter the property—even at dinner time, when the restaurant offers a perfect sunset view. The staff also went out of their way to help us navigate the tricky parking situation, allowing us to relax completely. We very much hope to return to Pirgos Mavromichali, as we have not found another place in Greece at this price level that combines luxury, service, history, and quality so seamlessly.

I’m not sure how anyone could have had a bad experience at this hotel. It is in the most beautiful location, the food and design are wonderful and staff were warm and friendly. The rooms are a bit small as in most historic properties, but who would want to stay in the room with that gorgeous water view outside? The swimming - with sea turtles- was amazing!