{"id":17730,"date":"2025-04-28T11:11:48","date_gmt":"2025-04-28T10:11:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/?p=17730"},"modified":"2025-04-28T11:12:47","modified_gmt":"2025-04-28T10:12:47","slug":"best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/","title":{"rendered":"14 days on the road in the Peloponnese\/Greece and a short stay in Athens in style &#8211; PART II &#8220;East &#038; Mani Fingers&#8221;"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_73 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#A_Peloponnese_itinerary_including_its_%E2%80%9CFingers%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%9CPalm%E2%80%9D_3_days_in_Greeces_capital_with_best_hotels_restaurants_%E2%80%93_%E2%80%9CIndex_Middle_Finger%E2%80%9D\" title=\"A Peloponnese itinerary including its \u201cFingers\u201d, \u201cPalm\u201d &amp; 3 days in Greece\u2019s capital with best hotels &amp; restaurants \u2013 &#8220;Index &amp; Middle Finger&#8221;:\">A Peloponnese itinerary including its \u201cFingers\u201d, \u201cPalm\u201d &amp; 3 days in Greece\u2019s capital with best hotels &amp; restaurants \u2013 &#8220;Index &amp; Middle Finger&#8221;:<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-2' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Peloponnese_Athens_in_style_the_itinerary_overview\" title=\"Peloponnese &amp; Athens in style, the itinerary overview\">Peloponnese &amp; Athens in style, the itinerary overview<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#From_place_to_place_in_the_Peloponnese_part_II_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_East_Mani_Fingers%E2%80%9D\" title=\"From place to place in the Peloponnese, part II, &#8220;Peloponnese East &amp; Mani Fingers&#8221;\">From place to place in the Peloponnese, part II, &#8220;Peloponnese East &amp; Mani Fingers&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#1_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_East_Finger%E2%80%9D\" title=\"1. &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;\">1. &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#About_the_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_East_Finger%E2%80%9D\" title=\"About the &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;\">About the &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Monemvasia\" title=\"Monemvasia\">Monemvasia<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Further_activity_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_East_Finger%E2%80%9D\" title=\"Further activity &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;\">Further activity &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Our_hotel_Kinsterna_Monemvasia_one_of_the_best_hotels_on_the_Peloponnese_East_Finger\" title=\"Our hotel: Kinsterna Monemvasia, one of the best hotels on the Peloponnese East Finger\">Our hotel: Kinsterna Monemvasia, one of the best hotels on the Peloponnese East Finger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Our_restaurant_Athivoli_Monemvasia_one_of_the_best_restaurants_on_the_Peloponnese_East_Finger\" title=\"Our restaurant: Athivoli Monemvasia, one of the best restaurants on the Peloponnese East Finger\">Our restaurant: Athivoli Monemvasia, one of the best restaurants on the Peloponnese East Finger<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#2_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_Mani_Finger%E2%80%9D\" title=\"2. &#8220;Peloponnese Mani Finger&#8221;\">2. &#8220;Peloponnese Mani Finger&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#About_the_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_Mani_Finger%E2%80%9D\" title=\"About the &#8220;Peloponnese Mani Finger&#8221;\">About the &#8220;Peloponnese Mani Finger&#8221;<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Why_Mani_deserves_a_special_mention\" title=\"Why Mani deserves a special mention\">Why Mani deserves a special mention<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#What_to_do_in_Inner_Mani\" title=\"What to do in (Inner) Mani\">What to do in (Inner) Mani<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Touring_the_Mani_villages\" title=\"Touring the Mani villages\">Touring the Mani villages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Other_things_to_do_in_Mani\" title=\"Other things to do in Mani\">Other things to do in Mani<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Our_hotel_Aria_Estate_Mani_one_of_the_best_hotels_on_the_Peloponnese_Mani_Finger\" title=\"Our hotel: Aria Estate Mani, one of the best hotels on the\u00a0Peloponnese Mani Finger\">Our hotel: Aria Estate Mani, one of the best hotels on the\u00a0Peloponnese Mani Finger<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Our_restaurant_Horizon_at_Hotel_Aria_Estate_Mani_Instagram_one_of_the_best_restaurants_on_the_Peloponnese_Mani_Finger\" title=\"Our restaurant: Horizon at Hotel Aria Estate Mani\u00a0(Instagram), one of the best restaurants on the Peloponnese Mani Finger\">Our restaurant: Horizon at Hotel Aria Estate Mani\u00a0(Instagram), one of the best restaurants on the Peloponnese Mani Finger<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Looking_forward_and_back_to_road_trip_in_the_Peloponnese_in_style_Part_I_III_IV\" title=\"Looking forward and back to road trip in the Peloponnese in style (Part I, III &amp; IV)\">Looking forward and back to road trip in the Peloponnese in style (Part I, III &amp; IV)<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/#Pin_it_for_later\" title=\"Pin it for later\">Pin it for later<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: left;\" data-l-s=\"32741\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Peloponnese_itinerary_including_its_%E2%80%9CFingers%E2%80%9D_%E2%80%9CPalm%E2%80%9D_3_days_in_Greeces_capital_with_best_hotels_restaurants_%E2%80%93_%E2%80%9CIndex_Middle_Finger%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>A Peloponnese itinerary including its \u201cFingers\u201d, \u201cPalm\u201d &amp; 3 days in Greece\u2019s capital with best hotels &amp; restaurants \u2013 &#8220;Index &amp; Middle Finger&#8221;:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h1>\n<p>Now it is about two more &#8220;Fingers of the Peloponnese Hand&#8221;! In this context you have to be aware of the fact that this most southern part of mainland Greece is like a left hand directed downwards. In the paragraphs to be followed I go into the &#8220;East\/Monemvasia Finger&#8221; and the &#8220;Middle\/Mani Finger&#8221;. The &#8220;Peloponnese Hand&#8221; is where my husband and I went end of October last year. Traveling this Greek region steeped in history was a rewarding thing to do! And tourists at this time of the year were not plentiful. Find details of the whole trip in the next paragraph. After this, I will let you know what to do plus where to go for best hotels and (fine-dining) restaurants in the mentioned &#8220;Fingers&#8221;.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17876 size-large\" title=\"Monemvasia\/Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4CD1D112-82A3-4CE9-9E07-79F67206A268_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg\" alt=\"Monemvasia\/Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4CD1D112-82A3-4CE9-9E07-79F67206A268_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4CD1D112-82A3-4CE9-9E07-79F67206A268_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4CD1D112-82A3-4CE9-9E07-79F67206A268_1_201_a-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4CD1D112-82A3-4CE9-9E07-79F67206A268_1_201_a-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4CD1D112-82A3-4CE9-9E07-79F67206A268_1_201_a-1500x1125.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4CD1D112-82A3-4CE9-9E07-79F67206A268_1_201_a-705x529.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/4CD1D112-82A3-4CE9-9E07-79F67206A268_1_201_a.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Before elaboration further, there is again my Google Map of our Peloponnese and Athens itinerary. It comes with all the upscale lodging we stayed and the (fine-dining) spots we ate.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/d\/embed?mid=1oo4MBasg1ccj0w_GNCElDPDp5W48-wY&amp;ehbc=2E312F\" width=\"640\" height=\"480\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peloponnese_Athens_in_style_the_itinerary_overview\"><\/span><strong>Peloponnese &amp; Athens in style, the itinerary overview<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>My travel report is split in four parts. My last post &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/greece\/peloponnese-itinerary-traveling-the-peloponnese-hand-greece\/\">part one<\/a> &#8211; went into the trip outline, some general information and the first &#8220;Peloponnese Finger&#8221;, the &#8220;Thumb&#8221;. The latter is the region of Argolis with the town of Nafplio. Part two is the present one with the &#8220;East or Index Finger&#8221; and the &#8220;Mani or Middle Finger&#8221;. Region wise it concerns Laconia first of all. As to part three, the focus is on the &#8220;West or the Ring Finger&#8221;, the Messenia region, plus Olympia and the mountainous Arcadia region. And part four is about Athens.<\/p>\n<p>While my husband and I did a road trip in the Peloponnese (part one to three), we were stationary in Athens. Throughout my reporting, you will learn about where to go for the best upscale hotels and restaurants. No easy thing in the Peloponnese I can tell you! However, in Athens, it went smoothly. Furthermore, I will let you know about some major sights everywhere we went (part one to three). In addition, you will also find some walking\/hiking suggestions, as we like to explore the area on foot (part one to three).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17887 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/C8B28A94-DB78-4A6E-9F7C-67D16B92ADB5_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/C8B28A94-DB78-4A6E-9F7C-67D16B92ADB5_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/C8B28A94-DB78-4A6E-9F7C-67D16B92ADB5_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/C8B28A94-DB78-4A6E-9F7C-67D16B92ADB5_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/C8B28A94-DB78-4A6E-9F7C-67D16B92ADB5_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/C8B28A94-DB78-4A6E-9F7C-67D16B92ADB5_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"From_place_to_place_in_the_Peloponnese_part_II_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_East_Mani_Fingers%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>From place to place in the Peloponnese, part II, &#8220;Peloponnese East &amp; Mani Fingers&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_East_Finger%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>1. &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A good base on the &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221; is <em>Monemvasia<\/em>, a dramatic place just off the coast. When driving here from Nafplio, we did a stop in <em>Tyros<\/em>, a small, charming seaside town. It is great for a short walk along the beautiful pebbled beach. And <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/sdbxxBrAPr5zhTwz5\">Caf\u00e9 Zorbas<\/a> is good for a drink.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_East_Finger%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>About the &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Monemvasia\"><\/span><strong>Monemvasia<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The absolute highlight on this &#8220;Finger&#8221; is <em>Monemvasia<\/em>, without any doubt. Nothing prepares you for the sight of this (almost) inhabited rock rising out of the sea. It is often compared to the Rock of Gibraltar, although it is only a fraction of its size. Yet it is still just as dramatic. Locals call this place &#8220;The Castle&#8221;, but it actually is a stunning fortified town. This medieval place comes with castle walls (lower town) and a fortress on the top (upper town). While the former is well-kept,<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17898 size-large\" title=\"Monemvasia lower town, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BAD6EE91-EB81-4FA7-9148-6FCC00B456BA_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Monemvasia lower town, Peloponnese\/Greece \" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BAD6EE91-EB81-4FA7-9148-6FCC00B456BA_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BAD6EE91-EB81-4FA7-9148-6FCC00B456BA_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BAD6EE91-EB81-4FA7-9148-6FCC00B456BA_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BAD6EE91-EB81-4FA7-9148-6FCC00B456BA_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BAD6EE91-EB81-4FA7-9148-6FCC00B456BA_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>the latter is mostly in ruins, expect the <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/i6ZJHW3EH4PcfQRw7\">Church of Hagia Sophia<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17902 size-large\" title=\"Monemvasia upper town, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1C1374F-BE4B-46F9-96E3-95E461D30468_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Monemvasia upper town, Peloponnese\/Greece \" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1C1374F-BE4B-46F9-96E3-95E461D30468_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1C1374F-BE4B-46F9-96E3-95E461D30468_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1C1374F-BE4B-46F9-96E3-95E461D30468_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1C1374F-BE4B-46F9-96E3-95E461D30468_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1C1374F-BE4B-46F9-96E3-95E461D30468_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It is well worth climbing up to the upper town, not only to see the ruins but also for the views of the sea and the town of <em>Gefira<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17899 size-large\" title=\"Monemvasia upper town, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B33A1A1E-9C44-4A3E-B8B2-6F8E7ADF426B_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Monemvasia upper town, Peloponnese\/Greece \" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B33A1A1E-9C44-4A3E-B8B2-6F8E7ADF426B_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B33A1A1E-9C44-4A3E-B8B2-6F8E7ADF426B_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B33A1A1E-9C44-4A3E-B8B2-6F8E7ADF426B_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B33A1A1E-9C44-4A3E-B8B2-6F8E7ADF426B_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B33A1A1E-9C44-4A3E-B8B2-6F8E7ADF426B_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Find here the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.outdooractive.com\/de\/track\/aussichtsreiche-rundwanderung-um-%CE%B3%CE%AD%CF%86%CF%85%CF%81%CE%B1-gefyra-in-%CE%BC%CE%BF%CE%BD%CE%B5%CE%BC%CE%B2%CE%B1%CF%83%CE%B9%CE%AC-am-31\/304904255\/?share=%7E3o7dkurz%244ossdedg\">link<\/a> to a hike leading around the rock and through both the upper and lower town. Recommended places for small bites in the area are <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/nma1MXnkZwN5FHsD7\">Emvasis Caf\u00e9<\/a> in the lower town and \u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/5XR7Jgq6yiXHFgAPA\">Bakery Angelakos<\/a>, south of Gefira.<\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Further_activity_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_East_Finger%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>Further activity &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">We did one more activity on the &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221;, and this was a walk\/hike in<em> its very south<\/em>. It starts in a remote <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/gcujK2UyNfnHaobHA\">fishing village<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17894 size-large\" title=\"East Finger, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/F27EAB5B-7C2D-4532-B44E-C49F27B62FC1_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"East Finger, Peloponnese\/Greece \" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/F27EAB5B-7C2D-4532-B44E-C49F27B62FC1_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/F27EAB5B-7C2D-4532-B44E-C49F27B62FC1_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/F27EAB5B-7C2D-4532-B44E-C49F27B62FC1_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/F27EAB5B-7C2D-4532-B44E-C49F27B62FC1_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/F27EAB5B-7C2D-4532-B44E-C49F27B62FC1_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">leading along the beautiful coast. Nearby is also the <em><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/Um5ZE59qfw27VYQN7\">Geopark of Agios Nikolaos<\/a>,<\/em> a petrified forest. While we did not have time to visit this attraction, it might be worth doing.<\/p>\n<p>When being in the area and longing for fine pastry, head to Laconia&#8217;s capital, <em>Neapoli Vion<\/em>. Here you find several establishments offering such treats. My husband and I opted for <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/EzP9Vj2YbyVmTpiE8\">this place<\/a> and very much liked what we got!<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_hotel_Kinsterna_Monemvasia_one_of_the_best_hotels_on_the_Peloponnese_East_Finger\"><\/span><strong>Our hotel: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kinsternahotel.gr\/\">Kinsterna Monemvasia<\/a>, one of the best hotels on the Peloponnese East Finger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Hotel Kinsterna is the only five-star accommodation far and wide. That is not all, it really is a dreamy property! This fort-like manor is perched up high on the hillside a short stretch down the coast from the Monemvasia Castle. It has origins dating back to the mid 17th century. When the current owners purchased the estate in 2002, it was in bad shape. Since 2006, it underwent renovations and reopened in 2010, restored to its former glory.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17913 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/13FCCD35-2B95-4080-83D1-5DED4E7F21A2_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/13FCCD35-2B95-4080-83D1-5DED4E7F21A2_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/13FCCD35-2B95-4080-83D1-5DED4E7F21A2_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/13FCCD35-2B95-4080-83D1-5DED4E7F21A2_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/13FCCD35-2B95-4080-83D1-5DED4E7F21A2_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/13FCCD35-2B95-4080-83D1-5DED4E7F21A2_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Out of the 52 rooms, my husband and I opted for a Premium Residence. These rooms offer much space (35-42sqm)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17911 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/763769F0-E7FE-4FC3-A0FC-D18E0286C92F_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/763769F0-E7FE-4FC3-A0FC-D18E0286C92F_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/763769F0-E7FE-4FC3-A0FC-D18E0286C92F_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/763769F0-E7FE-4FC3-A0FC-D18E0286C92F_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/763769F0-E7FE-4FC3-A0FC-D18E0286C92F_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/763769F0-E7FE-4FC3-A0FC-D18E0286C92F_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>and come with a large terrace<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17912 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DC3E2ED1-7727-4C5C-B246-D65F77E10766_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DC3E2ED1-7727-4C5C-B246-D65F77E10766_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DC3E2ED1-7727-4C5C-B246-D65F77E10766_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DC3E2ED1-7727-4C5C-B246-D65F77E10766_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DC3E2ED1-7727-4C5C-B246-D65F77E10766_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/DC3E2ED1-7727-4C5C-B246-D65F77E10766_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>as well as a marble bathroom.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17910 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/35A27091-761F-41A6-86FF-FEE1D1CB3792_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/35A27091-761F-41A6-86FF-FEE1D1CB3792_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/35A27091-761F-41A6-86FF-FEE1D1CB3792_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/35A27091-761F-41A6-86FF-FEE1D1CB3792_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/35A27091-761F-41A6-86FF-FEE1D1CB3792_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/35A27091-761F-41A6-86FF-FEE1D1CB3792_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Ours had a view of the gardens, which was nice. As to the decor, it was a lovely mix of traditional and modern elements. The one thing that we did not like so much was that the room was a bit dark. The daily rate amounted to 452\u20ac with breakfast.<\/p>\n<p>In terms of restaurants, there are two onsite. It is about the all-day Mouries and the Linos Tavern, which is only open seasonally (on certain days). We had dinner at the former once, but we did not return as the experience disappointed (mediocre food, inconsistent service). However, breakfast was a different affair with lots of choice and pleasant staff.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17895 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7180ABC3-9623-4294-A4DD-3B3894639169_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7180ABC3-9623-4294-A4DD-3B3894639169_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7180ABC3-9623-4294-A4DD-3B3894639169_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7180ABC3-9623-4294-A4DD-3B3894639169_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7180ABC3-9623-4294-A4DD-3B3894639169_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7180ABC3-9623-4294-A4DD-3B3894639169_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Otherwise, the facilities at Kinsterna are great. You find here two pools and an extensive activity program. And the staff was generally friendly and well trained.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17909 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E31623-DA4C-4A34-95D6-5B113B135971_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E31623-DA4C-4A34-95D6-5B113B135971_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E31623-DA4C-4A34-95D6-5B113B135971_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E31623-DA4C-4A34-95D6-5B113B135971_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E31623-DA4C-4A34-95D6-5B113B135971_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45E31623-DA4C-4A34-95D6-5B113B135971_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_restaurant_Athivoli_Monemvasia_one_of_the_best_restaurants_on_the_Peloponnese_East_Finger\"><\/span><strong>Our restaurant: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.athivoli-monemvasia.gr\/En\/\">Athivoli Monemvasia<\/a>, one of the best restaurants on the Peloponnese East Finger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>As we were not in favor of the restaurant at our hotel (see above), we dined elsewhere. And Athivoli,<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17871 size-large\" title=\"Restaurant Athivoli Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/0ABC15D8-B975-4EC6-826D-F7BFDF183669_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg\" alt=\"Restaurant Athivoli Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece - best restaurants Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/0ABC15D8-B975-4EC6-826D-F7BFDF183669_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/0ABC15D8-B975-4EC6-826D-F7BFDF183669_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/0ABC15D8-B975-4EC6-826D-F7BFDF183669_1_201_a-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/0ABC15D8-B975-4EC6-826D-F7BFDF183669_1_201_a-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/0ABC15D8-B975-4EC6-826D-F7BFDF183669_1_201_a-1500x1125.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/0ABC15D8-B975-4EC6-826D-F7BFDF183669_1_201_a-705x529.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/0ABC15D8-B975-4EC6-826D-F7BFDF183669_1_201_a.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/>a tavern on the coast south of the Monemvasia Castle, turned out to be a hit! On two occasions, it persuaded with well-made Greek cuisine that came with a modern twist now and then. I very much liked the starters just as fried local cheese (8\u20ac) or roasted aubergine (7\u20ac). Also the spinach salad was a good choice (10\u20ac). When it came to mains, we did not try out the meat dishes, but only had fish and seafood (15 to 18\u20ac). Yet these dishes were made with quality ingredients and immaculately prepared. And they were accompanied by original sides. The two desserts we had, Ekmek Kataifi (6\u20ac) and Lemon Pie(7\u20ac), were equally fine.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17869 size-large\" title=\"Restaurant Athivoli Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A873AD07-FE73-4D47-A528-5D2E759BBFC8_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg\" alt=\"Restaurant Athivoli Monemvasia, Peloponnese\/Greece - best restaurants Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A873AD07-FE73-4D47-A528-5D2E759BBFC8_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A873AD07-FE73-4D47-A528-5D2E759BBFC8_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A873AD07-FE73-4D47-A528-5D2E759BBFC8_1_201_a-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A873AD07-FE73-4D47-A528-5D2E759BBFC8_1_201_a-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A873AD07-FE73-4D47-A528-5D2E759BBFC8_1_201_a-1500x1125.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A873AD07-FE73-4D47-A528-5D2E759BBFC8_1_201_a-705x529.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A873AD07-FE73-4D47-A528-5D2E759BBFC8_1_201_a.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As to the setting, it was the most cultivated ambiance we encountered in a Greek tavern during our 17-day stay in this country. And the service was friendly and accommodating. We even got a gratis after-dinner liqueur on our second visit!<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_Mani_Finger%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>2. &#8220;Peloponnese Mani Finger&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>On the transfer from the &#8220;East Finger&#8221; (Monemvasia) to Aeropoli and surroundings &#8211; where you find the most lodging options &#8211; , it makes sense to stop in <em>Gythio<\/em>, a picturesque coastal town. It is the capital of the so-called Lower Mani. If you have a sweet tooth, <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/CdXvLtcHRGbvjR1p8\">this patisserie<\/a> makes heavenly pastries!<\/p>\n<p>And also have a look at the <em><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/KU2W3KuDi78qeHUo6\">Dimitrios Shipwreck<\/a><\/em> on Valtaki Beach.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17892 size-large\" title=\"Dimitrios Shipwreck Valtaki Beach, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/9343B511-9E5E-4F5E-9D13-50654EC57EB2_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Dimitrios Shipwreck Valtaki Beach, Peloponnese\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/9343B511-9E5E-4F5E-9D13-50654EC57EB2_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/9343B511-9E5E-4F5E-9D13-50654EC57EB2_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/9343B511-9E5E-4F5E-9D13-50654EC57EB2_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/9343B511-9E5E-4F5E-9D13-50654EC57EB2_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/9343B511-9E5E-4F5E-9D13-50654EC57EB2_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"About_the_%E2%80%9CPeloponnese_Mani_Finger%E2%80%9D\"><\/span><strong>About the &#8220;Peloponnese Mani Finger&#8221;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Mani_deserves_a_special_mention\"><\/span><strong>Why Mani deserves a special mention<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p>The &#8220;Mani Finger&#8221; is definitively something special! Whereas in other parts of the Peloponnese you find lovely landscapes with olive-studded hills and villages of golden stone, this is different in the Inner Mani (south of Areopoli). Both the land and people are austere. Stark, treeless mountain, stone fields and stone towers shape the landscape. Mani is home to the Maniots, known as fierce warriors, who used to fight seemingly endlessly about water and land. They built stone houses with castle-like towers, and this often in almost inaccessible hillsides.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17880 size-large\" title=\"Vathia tower houses Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BA8691FA-467E-44E1-97A3-A76D5A74ACBA_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Vathia tower houses Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BA8691FA-467E-44E1-97A3-A76D5A74ACBA_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BA8691FA-467E-44E1-97A3-A76D5A74ACBA_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BA8691FA-467E-44E1-97A3-A76D5A74ACBA_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BA8691FA-467E-44E1-97A3-A76D5A74ACBA_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/BA8691FA-467E-44E1-97A3-A76D5A74ACBA_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It was not until the 1970s, when the national government reduced the local autonomy in Mani. From then on, new roads were constructed to bind all the towns to civilization. While this was the start to touristic development, mass tourism has not (yet) reached this part of the Peloponnese &#8211; and hopefully never will! For me, Mani is the most beautiful part we encountered here. It is different, wild, harsh, sometimes dismissive, but also authentic, relaxed and friendly.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17879 size-large\" title=\"Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/97789B29-345D-4DDF-9CDF-CA51252DD289_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/97789B29-345D-4DDF-9CDF-CA51252DD289_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/97789B29-345D-4DDF-9CDF-CA51252DD289_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/97789B29-345D-4DDF-9CDF-CA51252DD289_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/97789B29-345D-4DDF-9CDF-CA51252DD289_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/97789B29-345D-4DDF-9CDF-CA51252DD289_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<h5 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_to_do_in_Inner_Mani\"><\/span><strong>What to do in (Inner) Mani<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Touring_the_Mani_villages\"><\/span><strong>Touring the Mani villages<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<p>The unique combination of rugged landscapes, small villages with ancient tower houses (called pyrgospita) and remote, narrow beaches has its unique appeal. A good idea to get an impression of the <em>Inner Mani<\/em> is to go on a car tour. Here is a suggestion for a half- to full-day trip: Pirgos Dirou (<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/ySXD36Yj6JYeymkQA\">Diros Caves<\/a>) &#8211; Charouda (Temple of Taxiarchis) &#8211; Drialos (Church Agios Georgios) &#8211; Mezapos (Chalikia Beach) &#8211; Kato Gardenitsa (<a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/3q6qwFH9f6qBcuEG9\">Church Naos tou Sotira<\/a>) &#8211; Gerolimenas (beautiful coastal town, <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/1ezJTaUnoPRD6AUZA\">Restaurant Veludo<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/dCn8n1RHpwV1x4jj9\">KaSeas Boutique Hotel<\/a>) &#8211;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17882 size-large\" title=\"Gerolimenas Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/973FCE0F-B7FD-41B2-9BC9-0A5253E1E8C4_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Gerolimenas Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/973FCE0F-B7FD-41B2-9BC9-0A5253E1E8C4_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/973FCE0F-B7FD-41B2-9BC9-0A5253E1E8C4_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/973FCE0F-B7FD-41B2-9BC9-0A5253E1E8C4_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/973FCE0F-B7FD-41B2-9BC9-0A5253E1E8C4_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/973FCE0F-B7FD-41B2-9BC9-0A5253E1E8C4_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Vathia (tower houses) &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/V6M28e5XjfKTFmeQ9\">Marmari Beach<\/a> &#8211; Porto Kagio &#8211; Kokinogia (one-hour walk to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/8cYYcPUgFT6Pearm6\">Cape Tainaron Lighthouse<\/a>) &#8211; drive back along the Mani east coast (towns with imposing tower houses: Lagia, Exo Nimfio and Flomochori \/ beach stops: Kokala Beach, Kontronas Beach).<\/p>\n<h6><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Other_things_to_do_in_Mani\"><\/span><strong>Other things to do in Mani<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n<p>We did not the above mentioned walk to Cape Tainaron but instead chose the one to <em><a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/VsQuAPkAdFzQ8qPV6\">Tigani Castle<\/a><\/em> more northwest. And this was a rewarding thing to do! This estate in ruins sits on a spectacular peninsula that looks like a frying pan, which is actually its name in Greek. You have stunning views all the time, and you can roam around the ruins of a medieval fortress. Historians have varying opinions about this place (if it is the mysterious Grand Magne or something different). Anyway, it is fun exploring it a bit. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.outdooractive.com\/de\/track\/herbstrundwanderung-an-%CE%BC%CE%B5%CF%83%CF%83%CE%B7%CE%BD%CE%B9%CE%B1%CE%BA%CF%8C%CF%82-%CE%BA%CF%8C%CE%BB%CF%80%CE%BF%CF%82-messenischer-golf-entlang\/305111631\/?share=%7E3obrsacp%244ossguva\">Here<\/a> is the link to this walk\/hike, starting from the village of <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/J7UzMsMWjjufTci56\">Agias Kiriakis<\/a>. On your return, you could also do a detour to <a href=\"https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/UZj8nV1qykwLe99v8\">Church Panagia Agitria<\/a> (maybe add another 50 minutes for walking).<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17886 size-large\" title=\"Tigani Castle Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/83631DD8-C12A-4C3C-92D7-C68E97D28C9B_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Tigani Castle Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/83631DD8-C12A-4C3C-92D7-C68E97D28C9B_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/83631DD8-C12A-4C3C-92D7-C68E97D28C9B_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/83631DD8-C12A-4C3C-92D7-C68E97D28C9B_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/83631DD8-C12A-4C3C-92D7-C68E97D28C9B_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/83631DD8-C12A-4C3C-92D7-C68E97D28C9B_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Instead of making the above side trip, we shortly visited the village of <em>Mezapos<\/em> with its Chalikia Beach (see also above chapter). We had viewed it from Agios Kiriakis and wanted to see it up close. And we had two more places on our agenda which you should not miss on your Mani trip, <em>Aeropoli<\/em><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17885 size-large\" title=\"Aeropoli Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3B27136B-017F-4B6C-9163-2BA717ABDFF0_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Aeropoli Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3B27136B-017F-4B6C-9163-2BA717ABDFF0_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3B27136B-017F-4B6C-9163-2BA717ABDFF0_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3B27136B-017F-4B6C-9163-2BA717ABDFF0_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3B27136B-017F-4B6C-9163-2BA717ABDFF0_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/3B27136B-017F-4B6C-9163-2BA717ABDFF0_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>and <em>Limeni<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17884 size-large\" title=\"Limeni Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/08B82148-AAD6-46FF-BC75-C60D5D50C8C5_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Limeni Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/08B82148-AAD6-46FF-BC75-C60D5D50C8C5_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/08B82148-AAD6-46FF-BC75-C60D5D50C8C5_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/08B82148-AAD6-46FF-BC75-C60D5D50C8C5_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/08B82148-AAD6-46FF-BC75-C60D5D50C8C5_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/08B82148-AAD6-46FF-BC75-C60D5D50C8C5_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>he former is Mani&#8217;s capital and has a nice old town with its characteristic tower houses. Not far from it you find the port of Limeni, more a hamlet around an idyllic cove.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_hotel_Aria_Estate_Mani_one_of_the_best_hotels_on_the_Peloponnese_Mani_Finger\"><\/span><strong>Our hotel: <a href=\"https:\/\/aria-estate.com\/en\/\">Aria Estate Mani<\/a>, one of the best hotels on the\u00a0Peloponnese Mani Finger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>For quite some time we struggled to find a hotel to stay in style in the Inner Mani. As we were here at the beginning of November, many lodgings had already closed down for the season. Finally, we were fortunate to happen across Hotel Aria Estate! It is remotely situated on a hillside facing the sea, about 8 minutes by car either from Aeropoli and Limeni. What a gorgeous property it is! I was excited from the beginning when driving down the driveway.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17878 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/74046030-54D1-4D41-82CD-19BAA6D6FF22_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/74046030-54D1-4D41-82CD-19BAA6D6FF22_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/74046030-54D1-4D41-82CD-19BAA6D6FF22_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/74046030-54D1-4D41-82CD-19BAA6D6FF22_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/74046030-54D1-4D41-82CD-19BAA6D6FF22_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/74046030-54D1-4D41-82CD-19BAA6D6FF22_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And my enthusiasm lasted until our departure three nights later!<\/p>\n<p>First of all, I adored the hotel&#8217;s fantastic setting and its tranquil vibe. Then I was fond of its layout and construction, an array of stone houses made in the typical Maniot architecture. It was built in 2018 and has 15 rooms. We opted for the top one-bedroom accommodation, the One Bedroom Superior Seaview Jacuzzi (48sqm, 340\u20ac with breakfast per night). It is a dreamy place! It consists of a bedroom, a living room with a wet bar, a balcony and a terrace with a jacuzzi.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17875 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45F812F3-B17F-405C-91E5-0DB9A3723AFB_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45F812F3-B17F-405C-91E5-0DB9A3723AFB_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45F812F3-B17F-405C-91E5-0DB9A3723AFB_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45F812F3-B17F-405C-91E5-0DB9A3723AFB_1_201_a-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45F812F3-B17F-405C-91E5-0DB9A3723AFB_1_201_a-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45F812F3-B17F-405C-91E5-0DB9A3723AFB_1_201_a-1500x1125.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45F812F3-B17F-405C-91E5-0DB9A3723AFB_1_201_a-705x529.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/45F812F3-B17F-405C-91E5-0DB9A3723AFB_1_201_a.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>What a great thing to experience the sunset from here! I also liked the interiors, which are airy and all kept in bright colors. While the bathroom is not overly big, it was okay for the two of us.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17874 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2966E7E7-3983-4334-809F-901811AE6715_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2966E7E7-3983-4334-809F-901811AE6715_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2966E7E7-3983-4334-809F-901811AE6715_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2966E7E7-3983-4334-809F-901811AE6715_1_201_a-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2966E7E7-3983-4334-809F-901811AE6715_1_201_a-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2966E7E7-3983-4334-809F-901811AE6715_1_201_a-1500x1125.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2966E7E7-3983-4334-809F-901811AE6715_1_201_a-705x529.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/2966E7E7-3983-4334-809F-901811AE6715_1_201_a.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The female hotel manager seemed to have a firm hand on the estate. She was always present to guide the staff (not all had a good command of English) and to take care of the guests. On site you also find two pools &#8211; one outdoor,<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17889 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1032FCB-4662-4E12-BAEF-89BB21B61137_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1032FCB-4662-4E12-BAEF-89BB21B61137_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1032FCB-4662-4E12-BAEF-89BB21B61137_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1032FCB-4662-4E12-BAEF-89BB21B61137_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1032FCB-4662-4E12-BAEF-89BB21B61137_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/D1032FCB-4662-4E12-BAEF-89BB21B61137_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>the other in the spa.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17888 size-large\" title=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B42468C4-3A8C-47C9-87C1-4800BF08476B_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B42468C4-3A8C-47C9-87C1-4800BF08476B_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B42468C4-3A8C-47C9-87C1-4800BF08476B_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B42468C4-3A8C-47C9-87C1-4800BF08476B_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B42468C4-3A8C-47C9-87C1-4800BF08476B_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B42468C4-3A8C-47C9-87C1-4800BF08476B_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>And there is a restaurant, more about it below.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Our_restaurant_Horizon_at_Hotel_Aria_Estate_Mani_Instagram_one_of_the_best_restaurants_on_the_Peloponnese_Mani_Finger\"><\/span><strong>Our restaurant: Horizon at <a href=\"https:\/\/aria-estate.com\/en\/gastronomy\/\">Hotel Aria Estate Mani\u00a0<\/a>(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/horizonrestaurant?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&amp;igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==\">Instagram<\/a>), one of the best restaurants on the Peloponnese Mani Finger<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>It was impossible to find a similarly good dining spot as Restaurant Horizon at our hotel (see above) in the area. At least that was true at the beginning of November when some spots had already closed for the season. We dined here three times and found it to be one of the better eateries we had on our Peloponnese stay. And the (\u00e0 la carte) breakfast at Horizon was definitely the best we experienced on our Greece journey (including Athens)!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17872 size-large\" title=\"Restaurant Horizon at Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B55F8E81-01AF-4450-8862-8E54C5A52E3F_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg\" alt=\"Restaurant Horizon at Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best restaurants Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B55F8E81-01AF-4450-8862-8E54C5A52E3F_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B55F8E81-01AF-4450-8862-8E54C5A52E3F_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B55F8E81-01AF-4450-8862-8E54C5A52E3F_1_201_a-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B55F8E81-01AF-4450-8862-8E54C5A52E3F_1_201_a-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B55F8E81-01AF-4450-8862-8E54C5A52E3F_1_201_a-1500x1125.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B55F8E81-01AF-4450-8862-8E54C5A52E3F_1_201_a-705x529.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/B55F8E81-01AF-4450-8862-8E54C5A52E3F_1_201_a.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>On offer here is high-quality Mediterranean fare with a creative twist, here and there with a focus on local food. The dinner menu features starters just as sea bass carpaccio (15\u20ac) or local cheese croquettes (14\u20ac) and two salads (12\u20ac). For mains think of a regional chicken dish (18\u20ac) or shrimps with local pasta (20\u20ac). Desserts include their take of Bougatsa, a Greek custard pie, (10\u20ac) or more international choices just a chocolate mousse with ice cream (12\u20ac). When dining here three times in a row, there was enough variation in choices to prevent repetition.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17870 size-large\" title=\"Restaurant Horizon at Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8ED8AAE6-9908-4B2A-B447-7F4506E6CB93_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg\" alt=\"Restaurant Horizon at Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best restaurants Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8ED8AAE6-9908-4B2A-B447-7F4506E6CB93_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8ED8AAE6-9908-4B2A-B447-7F4506E6CB93_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8ED8AAE6-9908-4B2A-B447-7F4506E6CB93_1_201_a-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8ED8AAE6-9908-4B2A-B447-7F4506E6CB93_1_201_a-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8ED8AAE6-9908-4B2A-B447-7F4506E6CB93_1_201_a-1500x1125.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8ED8AAE6-9908-4B2A-B447-7F4506E6CB93_1_201_a-705x529.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/8ED8AAE6-9908-4B2A-B447-7F4506E6CB93_1_201_a.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The setting at Restaurant Horizon is nice with <span class=\"css-llse66\">white<\/span>\u00a0linen-<span class=\"css-llse66\">covered<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"css-192eh8c\">tables in the evening. Al fresco dining would have be an option on our stay, but we found it too chilly outside. And on one or two evenings, it also was quite cool inside as they let the entrance door as well as the terrace door open. Yet Horizon is not an exception in this regard, Greek people seem to love draughty restaurants &#8230; Staff was friendly and helpful but not always experienced, which however was not a major issue.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17873 size-large\" title=\"Restaurant Horizon at Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7B44682C-DC41-4028-A037-C437CF5342C8_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg\" alt=\"Restaurant Horizon at Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best restaurants Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"1030\" height=\"773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7B44682C-DC41-4028-A037-C437CF5342C8_1_201_a-1030x773.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7B44682C-DC41-4028-A037-C437CF5342C8_1_201_a-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7B44682C-DC41-4028-A037-C437CF5342C8_1_201_a-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7B44682C-DC41-4028-A037-C437CF5342C8_1_201_a-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7B44682C-DC41-4028-A037-C437CF5342C8_1_201_a-1500x1125.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7B44682C-DC41-4028-A037-C437CF5342C8_1_201_a-705x529.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/7B44682C-DC41-4028-A037-C437CF5342C8_1_201_a.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Looking_forward_and_back_to_road_trip_in_the_Peloponnese_in_style_Part_I_III_IV\"><\/span><strong>Looking forward and back to road trip in the Peloponnese in style (Part I, III &amp; IV)<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>I started in the <a href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/greece\/peloponnese-itinerary-traveling-the-peloponnese-hand-greece\/\">last post<\/a> with an overview of the whole 17-day Peloponnese and Athens journey. In addition, i informed about some things to know when coming to this southernmost region of Greece, especially in fall. Plus, I began with part one of four in total, the &#8220;Peloponnese Thumb&#8221;, that is Nafplio and the Argolis region. As in all parts, I advised on some major sights including suggestions for walks\/hikes. And as my husband and I look out for the best high-end hotels and restaurants everywhere we go, this topic is always covered in my reporting. Here in this very post, it was about the &#8220;Peloponnese East Finger&#8221; around Monemvasia and the &#8220;Peloponnese Middle or Mani Finger&#8221;. Part three will focus on the &#8220;Peloponnese West Finger&#8221; (Messenia)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17920 size-large\" title=\"Methoni Castle Messenia, Peloponnese\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A9B06E67-30C3-4F80-8472-99AE4CA72350_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Methoni Castle Messenia, Peloponnese\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A9B06E67-30C3-4F80-8472-99AE4CA72350_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A9B06E67-30C3-4F80-8472-99AE4CA72350_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A9B06E67-30C3-4F80-8472-99AE4CA72350_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A9B06E67-30C3-4F80-8472-99AE4CA72350_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A9B06E67-30C3-4F80-8472-99AE4CA72350_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>and the mountain region of Arcadia.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17919 size-large\" title=\"Prodromou Monastery Arcadia, Peloponnes\/Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/89F23366-DE24-4C2B-8244-55A0D520C415_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg\" alt=\"Prodromou Monastery Arcadia, Peloponnes\/Greece\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/89F23366-DE24-4C2B-8244-55A0D520C415_1_201_a-1030x687.jpeg 1030w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/89F23366-DE24-4C2B-8244-55A0D520C415_1_201_a-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/89F23366-DE24-4C2B-8244-55A0D520C415_1_201_a-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/89F23366-DE24-4C2B-8244-55A0D520C415_1_201_a-705x470.jpeg 705w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/89F23366-DE24-4C2B-8244-55A0D520C415_1_201_a.jpeg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Part four finally will go into a city-stay in Athens.<\/p>\n<p>Date of stay: November 2024<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pin_it_for_later\"><\/span><strong>Pin it for later<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-17877 size-large\" title=\"pin it on Pinterest: Monemvasia&amp;Mani\/Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia\/Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece \" src=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A03F12A4-4AE7-4D76-A6ED-769C9B33141E-687x1030.jpeg\" alt=\"Monemvasia&amp;Mani\/Hotel Kinsterna Monemvasia\/Hotel Aria Estate Mani, Peloponnese\/Greece - best hotels Peloponnese Fingers\" width=\"687\" height=\"1030\" srcset=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A03F12A4-4AE7-4D76-A6ED-769C9B33141E-687x1030.jpeg 687w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A03F12A4-4AE7-4D76-A6ED-769C9B33141E-200x300.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A03F12A4-4AE7-4D76-A6ED-769C9B33141E-768x1152.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A03F12A4-4AE7-4D76-A6ED-769C9B33141E-470x705.jpeg 470w, https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/wp\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/A03F12A4-4AE7-4D76-A6ED-769C9B33141E.jpeg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 687px) 100vw, 687px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The post <a href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/europe\/best-hotels-peloponnese-fingers-greece\/\">14 days on the road in the Peloponnese\/Greece and a short stay in Athens in style &#8211; PART II &#8220;East &amp; Mani Fingers&#8221;<\/a> first appeared on <a href=\"https:\/\/swisstraveler.net\/\">Swiss Traveler<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Peloponnese itinerary including its \u201cFingers\u201d, \u201cPalm\u201d &amp; 3 days in Greece\u2019s capital with best hotels &amp; restaurants \u2013 &#8220;Index &amp; Middle Finger&#8221;: Now it is about two more &#8220;Fingers of the Peloponnese Hand&#8221;! 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