Arapakis Historic Castle

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Scored 9.1
Rated superb

Staff

9.3
  • Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • Sea view
  • Garden
  • Pets allowed
  • BBQ facilities
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony

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About this property

The 200-year old Arapakis Historic Castle is set in one of the most characteristic fortresses of Mani. After its careful restoration, the hotel offers self-contained apartments, surrounded by a lush-green olive grove and a fitness centre. Free WiFi is available throughout. Each of the rustic-style apartments has a large kitchen/living area with stone-built walls and terracotta tiled floors. The bedroom comes with an elegant bed, work desk and balcony or terrace with views to the towers. Some have a fireplace. Guests have the option of breakfast buffet with homemade jams, local honey and fresh fruit. The Arapakis Historic Castle is located at the hub of your excursions in Mani, 4 km from Areopolis, 1.5 km from the beautiful beach at Diros, and 10 km from Limeni beach. Diros Caves are 5 km away. Horse riding facilities are within 500 metres. The hotel offers a spacious parking area.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free parking
  • Room service
  • Fitness centre
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet, Breakfast to go

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom
1 large double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 single bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 2
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
Bedroom
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Living room
2 sofa beds
1 double bed
and
2 sofa beds
1 double bed
and
2 sofa beds
Bedroom
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Arthur
France France
“We had a wonderful time at Arapakis Historic Castle”
Alina
Israel Israel
“We wanted to stay in the real castle and we got it. We stayed only 1 night, but it was very good.”
Stavros
Ireland Ireland
“It was a beautiful room with very nice interior that made us feel like we travelled back in time. The kids loved our stay there and didn’t want to leave.”
Lori
Canada Canada
“We originally booked a room in the historic castle, but the hostess encouraged us to look at two rooms. The room in the castle felt old and original and would have been a good experience for one night, but with low ceilings and no windows we would...”
Katerina
Greece Greece
“The room was spacious and had an equipped kitchen. That was convenient for preparing the baby food”
Daphnee
Greece Greece
“I loved the architecture, surroundings and local products offered at the castle. Mrs Kaiti was very welcoming and assisted us with everything we needed. If you want to relax in the evening, I strongly recommend the property itself for a drink, top!”
Lucas
Australia Australia
“Beautiful, historic building with very comfortable and well furnished rooms. Located only a short drive outside of Areopolis, it is lovely and quiet but not so isolated. The staff were so lovely and welcoming! I loved my stay.”
Valiantis
Cyprus Cyprus
“The 200-year-old building was masterly restored. The bed mattress was excellent, the room was big and beautifully decorated. The breakfast was very good. Hotel personnel was very helpful and polite.”
Francesca
Italy Italy
“The most beautiful place! Attention to detail, extremely clean, amazing location with lovely views. We had booked only 2 nights while visiting Mani, but we wished we had more time there. The apartment was fully equipped with everything we could...”
Frixos
United States United States
“Everything was GREAT! Great location, beautiful traditional hotel, large and super equipped room, great food/breakfast and most importantly super kind and friendly people! HIGHLY recommended :)”

Host Information

9.3
Host review score
Arapakis Castle ,200 years old, is a typical example of fortified architecture of Mani and characterized as a preserved Byzantine monument by the Ministry of Culture. Arapakis Castle consists of mill, oil press, tower,the castle as well as the homes of Arapakis’s family. It was the residence of the famous navigator Petrounis Arapakis who discovered Diros’s caves at 1897 and οn the 3rd of May 1910 he departed to make the tour of the world, with a small sailing ship " Pandora" . All the apartments are designed and equipped with an expensive taste. Visitors will enjoy their stay while relaxing and living in a spirit of different times far away from stressful lifestyle.
Languages spoken: Greek,English,French

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House rules

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Check-in
From 15:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per person, per night

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Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

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License number: 1248K070A0161001