Ariá Estate Suites & Spa

Best in Mani

Absolutely magnificent place to stay for a relaxing and satisfying experience! The view from the road just before we reached the resort was wonderful but it could not compare to the stunning view from the grand balcony where breakfast and dinner are served - sunset views are simply not to be missed! Panayiota, the manager, was very welcoming and looking to make our stay as comfortable and enjoyable as possible, even when work obligations intervened and had to make use of hotel scanner and printer. The resort is very well designed to fit the surrounding nature, a fact reflected both in the construction materials selected and the landscape architecture. On the whole, it just blends in to the rugged ridge that ends in the blue waters of the bay below. Suites and rooms are equally well designed, keeping the light in, when you want it, and the heat out. Construction and finishing are very well done, again ensuring guest comfort - stone tiles feel cozy to walk barefoot on. The main pool, below and at the edge of the grand balcony, offers the same views and it is just amazing to watch the sunset from. Meals were expertly prepared - breakfast options comprised of basically the best Greek and international cuisine offers, using fresh ingredients, some from the resort's garden and almost all locally sourced. The dinner menu is somewhat limited, but all that is prepared, (and we tried virtually everything) is done expertly - Philippos, the chef, is passionate about his creations and it shows! And this goes for almost all the staff we met during our stay. Anastasia, who looked after us at dinner and once for breakfast, was professionally attentive but also personally engaging, which really made a difference on how we felt as guests. We used the resort as our base to explore nearby places, small towns and beaches, which added variety and enriched our stay. This is a place for unpretentious rest and relaxation, especially suited for couples and families.

You know you're in a special place when you can't stop saying "wow." I think this is the most beautiful spot we have ever stayed. The view of the sea and the mountains was just spectacular. We were in the very comfortable and spacious villa suite, which meant we got to enjoy that view from our own outdoor jacuzzi. The whole staff was welcoming and kind. The (included) a la carte breakfast was deliciously fresh and homemade, and as big or small as you might want it to be. I think it will be very hard to top this place in the future -- for us and for our 13-yr-old son, who was with us (it is family-friendly without at all feeling like a family resort). We also loved exploring the beautiful Mani peninsula, which has great hikes, tons of historical sites, and lovely little towns and beaches.

Our stay at the hotel was amazing. The view is truly remarkable, the staff was very nice and attentive, and the room was great. Everything exceeded our expectations and made our stay unforgettable