HOTELS IN MESSINIA

Kalamata takes pride in its Blue Flag sandy beach with crystal waters, it’s where Filoxenia lies, right by the center of the town. It also offers a variety of beaches to explore at a short distance, with striking landscapes and endless olive groves ending to the sea. Voidokoilia, Foneas, Santova, Mikri Mantinia, Bouka or Kitries are just a few ideas that cater to every whim.

A stunning old town with fascinating heritage, invites you to wander around its narrow alleys and admire the neoclassical mansions, the Byzantines churches and the magnificent Cathedral of Ypapantis. The imposing Kalamata Castle, perched atop a verdant, pine-clad hill offers a striking panorama, amazing sunsets and a rich history spanning from the Byzantine era, to Ottomans, Venetians and the Greek revolution.

Filoxenia is the ideal spot to explore the captivating charm and colorful spirit of the seaside town. Plethora of restaurants, beach bars, bars, meze bistrots and traditional taverns, cafés and a specialized food market exude an all-day vibrant energy. Kalamata is a bike city and inspires idyllic strolls at the beach promenade and the ond town offering mesmerizing sunset views.

One of the most prominent Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Greek products, Kalamata olives have put the region on the global food map. These large, dark purple olives boast a unique almond shape and an intense flavor. Distinguished for multiple health benefits as they contain a lot of healthy fats, minerals, vitamin E, and other antioxidants, they are a staple in Greek salads, but also find their way into numerous other dishes.

Savor the regional specialties epitomizing the rich culinary heritage of Kalamata. Olive oil produced in the region and Kalamata olives are the most renowned ingredients, but the local cuisine offers an array of flavors: from roast suckling pig, rovitsa (mung bean), pies with fennel or peppers and artichoke chips to sweet delights like lalagia, deep-fried dough twists and pasteli, an energy-packed bar made from honey and sesame seeds will leave you longing for more.

A globally renowned 30-year cultural institution, every July leading Greek and international artists show their work to art lovers from all over the world, blending avant-garde performances with celebrated classics.

Ancient Messini is a UNESCO World Heritage Site including a well-preserved stadium, theater, agora (marketplace), temples, and fortifications. The adjacent Archeological Museum features magnificent sculptures and artifacts. It’s a must-see historical and cultural destination, a short drive from Kalamata town.

Kalamata is a gateway to an unexplored local treasure, the untamed villages of Mani. Mani covers the peninsula of southern Peloponnese, one of the most traditional regions one can visit in Greece. Characterized by its rocky landscape, with mountains, deep gorges and caves, tower stone houses and crystal blue sea, its villages are preserved gems where you ‘ll wander, hike and experience a one-of-a-kind Greek adventure.

Methoni and Koroni, two beautiful seaside towns, are home to Venetian castles, pristine sandy beaches, and verdant landscapes. Approximately a thirty minute drive away from each other, they are interwoven with their amazing heritage and natural beauty.

Gialova lagoon, one of the most important wetlands in Europe, along with Voidokilia Bay, belong to a unique ecosystem which constitutes a Natura protected zone. Combined with Pylos, a beautiful seaside town with great historical gravity since antiquity, it’s a natural and cultural drift.

Kalamata takes pride in its Blue Flag sandy beach with crystal waters, it’s where Filoxenia lies, right by the center of the town. It also offers a variety of beaches to explore at a short distance, with striking landscapes and endless olive groves ending to the sea. Voidokoilia, Foneas, Santova, Mikri Mantinia, Bouka or Kitries are just a few ideas that cater to every whim.

A stunning old town with fascinating heritage, invites you to wander around its narrow alleys and admire the neoclassical mansions, the Byzantines churches and the magnificent Cathedral of Ypapantis. The imposing Kalamata Castle, perched atop a verdant, pine-clad hill offers a striking panorama, amazing sunsets and a rich history spanning from the Byzantine era, to Ottomans, Venetians and the Greek revolution.

Filoxenia is the ideal spot to explore the captivating charm and colorful spirit of the seaside town. Plethora of restaurants, beach bars, bars, meze bistrots and traditional taverns, cafés and a specialized food market exude an all-day vibrant energy. Kalamata is a bike city and inspires idyllic strolls at the beach promenade and the ond town offering mesmerizing sunset views.

One of the most prominent Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Greek products, Kalamata olives have put the region on the global food map. These large, dark purple olives boast a unique almond shape and an intense flavor. Distinguished for multiple health benefits as they contain a lot of healthy fats, minerals, vitamin E, and other antioxidants, they are a staple in Greek salads, but also find their way into numerous other dishes.

Savor the regional specialties epitomizing the rich culinary heritage of Kalamata. Olive oil produced in the region and Kalamata olives are the most renowned ingredients, but the local cuisine offers an array of flavors: from roast suckling pig, rovitsa (mung bean), pies with fennel or peppers and artichoke chips to sweet delights like lalagia, deep-fried dough twists and pasteli, an energy-packed bar made from honey and sesame seeds will leave you longing for more.

A globally renowned 30-year cultural institution, every July leading Greek and international artists show their work to art lovers from all over the world, blending avant-garde performances with celebrated classics.

Ancient Messini is a UNESCO World Heritage Site including a well-preserved stadium, theater, agora (marketplace), temples, and fortifications. The adjacent Archeological Museum features magnificent sculptures and artifacts. It’s a must-see historical and cultural destination, a short drive from Kalamata town.

Kalamata is a gateway to an unexplored local treasure, the untamed villages of Mani. Mani covers the peninsula of southern Peloponnese, one of the most traditional regions one can visit in Greece. Characterized by its rocky landscape, with mountains, deep gorges and caves, tower stone houses and crystal blue sea, its villages are preserved gems where you ‘ll wander, hike and experience a one-of-a-kind Greek adventure.

Methoni and Koroni, two beautiful seaside towns, are home to Venetian castles, pristine sandy beaches, and verdant landscapes. Approximately a thirty minute drive away from each other, they are interwoven with their amazing heritage and natural beauty.

Gialova lagoon, one of the most important wetlands in Europe, along with Voidokilia Bay, belong to a unique ecosystem which constitutes a Natura protected zone. Combined with Pylos, a beautiful seaside town with great historical gravity since antiquity, it’s a natural and cultural drift.

Kalamata takes pride in its Blue Flag sandy beach with crystal waters, it’s where Filoxenia lies, right by the center of the town. It also offers a variety of beaches to explore at a short distance, with striking landscapes and endless olive groves ending to the sea. Voidokoilia, Foneas, Santova, Mikri Mantinia, Bouka or Kitries are just a few ideas that cater to every whim.

A stunning old town with fascinating heritage, invites you to wander around its narrow alleys and admire the neoclassical mansions, the Byzantines churches and the magnificent Cathedral of Ypapantis. The imposing Kalamata Castle, perched atop a verdant, pine-clad hill offers a striking panorama, amazing sunsets and a rich history spanning from the Byzantine era, to Ottomans, Venetians and the Greek revolution.

Filoxenia is the ideal spot to explore the captivating charm and colorful spirit of the seaside town. Plethora of restaurants, beach bars, bars, meze bistrots and traditional taverns, cafés and a specialized food market exude an all-day vibrant energy. Kalamata is a bike city and inspires idyllic strolls at the beach promenade and the ond town offering mesmerizing sunset views.

One of the most prominent Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) Greek products, Kalamata olives have put the region on the global food map. These large, dark purple olives boast a unique almond shape and an intense flavor. Distinguished for multiple health benefits as they contain a lot of healthy fats, minerals, vitamin E, and other antioxidants, they are a staple in Greek salads, but also find their way into numerous other dishes.

Savor the regional specialties epitomizing the rich culinary heritage of Kalamata. Olive oil produced in the region and Kalamata olives are the most renowned ingredients, but the local cuisine offers an array of flavors: from roast suckling pig, rovitsa (mung bean), pies with fennel or peppers and artichoke chips to sweet delights like lalagia, deep-fried dough twists and pasteli, an energy-packed bar made from honey and sesame seeds will leave you longing for more.

A globally renowned 30-year cultural institution, every July leading Greek and international artists show their work to art lovers from all over the world, blending avant-garde performances with celebrated classics.

Ancient Messini is a UNESCO World Heritage Site including a well-preserved stadium, theater, agora (marketplace), temples, and fortifications. The adjacent Archeological Museum features magnificent sculptures and artifacts. It’s a must-see historical and cultural destination, a short drive from Kalamata town.

Kalamata is a gateway to an unexplored local treasure, the untamed villages of Mani. Mani covers the peninsula of southern Peloponnese, one of the most traditional regions one can visit in Greece. Characterized by its rocky landscape, with mountains, deep gorges and caves, tower stone houses and crystal blue sea, its villages are preserved gems where you ‘ll wander, hike and experience a one-of-a-kind Greek adventure.

Methoni and Koroni, two beautiful seaside towns, are home to Venetian castles, pristine sandy beaches, and verdant landscapes. Approximately a thirty minute drive away from each other, they are interwoven with their amazing heritage and natural beauty.

Gialova lagoon, one of the most important wetlands in Europe, along with Voidokilia Bay, belong to a unique ecosystem which constitutes a Natura protected zone. Combined with Pylos, a beautiful seaside town with great historical gravity since antiquity, it’s a natural and cultural drift.

Kalamata takes pride in its Blue Flag sandy beach with crystal waters, it’s where Filoxenia lies, right by the center of the town. It also offers a variety of beaches to explore at a short distance, with striking landscapes and endless olive groves ending to the sea. Voidokoilia, Foneas, Santova, Mikri Mantinia, Bouka or Kitries are just a few ideas that cater to every whim.

A stunning old town with fascinating heritage, invites you to wander around its narrow alleys and admire the neoclassical mansions, the Byzantines churches and the magnificent Cathedral of Ypapantis. The imposing Kalamata Castle, perched atop a verdant, pine-clad hill offers a striking panorama, amazing sunsets and a rich history spanning from the Byzantine era, to Ottomans, Venetians and the Greek revolution.