Apollon

Apollo’s a historical, 19th-century building, centrally situated in Xylokastro, 200 metres from a Blue Flag beach on the Corinthian Gulf. It features a swimming pool and serves a buffet breakfast. The air-conditioned rooms at the hotel Apollon are equipped with free Wi-Fi and a TV. All units include a fridge. Each has a private balcony and a bathroom with a hairdryer and amenities. The scenic town of Nafplio and the ancient site of Mycenae are within an hours drive. The picturesque village of Trikala is 25 km away. Athensis easily accessible within an hour’s and a half drive. Free private parking is possible on site.

Peleponesse. Travel guide publisher Lonely Planet has released its annual list of the best places to visit in Europe. Topping the list is the Peloponnese, a region often overlooked by travelers to Greece, who tend to visit the islands or build a sightseeing trip around Athen’s iconic Acropolis. The region is described as “an affordable enclave of magnificent ancient sights like Olympia, Mycenae and Mystra”. Apollon is located at 119, I. Ioannou Street, Xylokastron, 20400, Greece and because of its ideal location provides a perfect way to explore the region and Menalon trail, which is popular with hikers. Book a room with Apollon to discover why now more than ever the Peloponnese is the perfect destination for absorbing traditional Greek life, compelling history and inspiring landscapes. The Peloponnese remains an affordable enclave of magnificent ancient sights like Olympia, Mycenae and Mystras, which are scattered across a rich landscape of stone villages, teal seas and snow-capped mountains. Book a room with Apollon and discover a perfect destination – absorbing traditional Greek life, compelling history and inspiring landscapes.