Classical e-Filoxenia Hotel
Rooms From: £66
Nestling at the foot of the Taygetos Mountains on the outskirts of Kalamata, this hotel is surrounded by acres of luscious landscape and a beach by the azure Messinian Gulf.
Kalamata is a beautiful ancient town with an extensive historic heritage. The area includes a long white sandy and pebbled beach and plenty of cultural attractions. Its mild climate makes it an ideal spot for a summer holiday or winter break.
The guestrooms feature a tranquil timeless elegance and are decorated in soothing shades of taupe, camel and ivory, accented by ultra-chic furnishings. Simple and yet remarkably refined, the eight suites seem to float above the sea. The hotel is set amongst lavish gardens and the blue waters of the Gulf, with superb views, a terrace for summer nights and luxurious facilities, come benefit from the privileged reputation of guest satisfaction.
Kalamata
The town of Kalamata, built on the ruins of the Homeric city of Pherae, traces its history back to 2,600 BC. Nestled between mountain Taygetos and the Messinian Gulf the town is known today for its charm and liveliness and its beautiful 4-km long shore EU blue flag awarded. The figs, raisins, sesame, honey bars and olive oil of Kalamata are world-renowned. Kalamata's historic course from a Mycenaean city to Byzantium, under the rule of the Franks, the Venetians and the Turks offers the visitor a wide variety of historical monuments and attractions.
Cultural sites:
• The Convent of Saints Constantine and Helen• The Frankish Castle of Princess Isabeau• The Nunnery• 10th century church of the Holy Apostles• The Benakion Archeological Museum• The Folklore Museum
• Ancient Messini
• Coroni - Mavromati
• Methoni – Pylos
• Kardamili