Stoikos Hotel

At the edge of the traditional Pelion mountain village of Vizitsa, a five minute walk from the square, the Stoikos Hotel offers a friendly, comfortable stay for those wishing to experience this very different side of Greece.

The hotel is designed in traditional Pelion style and comprises two buildings of 3 floors, housing 16 rooms and suites. Furnishings and décor are simple and traditional, and all rooms (bar one suite) enjoy lovely views over the gulf. There is a ground floor terrace, also with fine views, where breakfast may be taken, or a drink from the bar.

For more taverna choice you will find half a dozen in the larger village of Milies just a couple of kilometres down the road (a 5 minute drive or 45 minute pleasant walk – a circular walk takes c 3 hours). The beach and seaside tavernas of Kala Nera can be reached in 20 mins. by car or c 2 hrs 30 mins on foot (there is a circular route back to make it a full day walk c 5 hrs 30 mins.)

Vizitsa is one of Pelion’s most attractive preserved mountain villages: its traditional mansion houses, narrow cobbled lanes and plane tree-shaded main square, home to two tavernas, epitomise the best of Pelion. At an elevation of over 500m, the village offers fabulous vistas over the Pagasitic Gulf. A network of restored walking paths on the forested mountainside links Vizitsa with villages near and far, as well as Kala Nera on the coast below.

Accommodation

• A traditional small family hotel set on the edge of the beautiful traditional village of Vizitsa, especially recommended for walkers and nature lovers.

Amenities/Leisure

• Free WiFi and air conditioning
• Walking trails, horse riding
• Traditional Pelion décor and charm
• TV, Hair Dryer, Mini-Fridge
• Parking

Flights and transfers: This property is bookable online using flights from London Gatwick to Volos only. Manchester flights are also available via Skiathos with a shared water-taxi over to Pelion (30 mins. - there may be a short wait for the boat) and onward transfer or car from Platanias port - please enquire for a costing. Please note the water-taxi is not recommended for the infirm or disabled.

Standard Room

13 twin or double-bedded rooms with air conditioning/heating, bathroom with shower or small bath with shower attachment, hairdryer, traditional décor, WiFi, TV, mini-fridge. Due to strict architectural controls, rooms do not have a balcony but some ground floor rooms have a terrace with sea views.

Suite

3 top floor Suites, spacious and open-plan with air conditioning/heating, bathroom with shower or small bath with shower attachment, hairdryer, traditional décor, sitting area, WiFi, TV and mini-fridge. A sofa-bed can be made up for a third person. Due to strict architectural controls the suites do not have a balcony but have lots of windows from which to admire the stunning sea or mountain views.