Manna, a Member of Design Hotels

After a hectic, child-filled 9-night Mediterranean cruise, my partner and I retreated to this serene mountain hotel — and we’re so glad we did. We had originally planned to stay at a beach resort south of Athens but changed plans last-minute for this Arcadian getaway. No regrets! The hotel is about 2.5 hours west of the Athens Piraeus cruise port (or the airport), most of it along a modern toll highway through the scenic Peloponnese Peninsula. The final stretch winds through small villages on a well-paved road. Just a few years old, the hotel is beautifully designed with warm woods and earthy tones. We had a forest-view room with a terrace — a perfect spot for morning coffee or evening wine. The room felt luxurious, with 11-foot ceilings and floor-to-ceiling windows. With only 32 rooms, the atmosphere is intimate and tranquil. The breakfast buffet was exceptional, with à la carte options and terrace seating surrounded by forest. In the evenings, we enjoyed wine on the main terrace. In cooler months, there’s a cozy salon with a fireplace. The hotel must be magical in winter. We dined at the hotel on two nights. Reservations are required, likely just to help staff plan, as the restaurant is for guests only. Every dish we tried was excellent, and the service across the property was warm and professional. They also host a weekly late-night outdoor movie (10:30 pm), though we were too tired to join. We made time for a massage at the small spa (extra charge) and relaxed in the adjacent “cave pool” and outdoor sauna. The owner, who was onsite during our stay and joined us for a chat one evening, mentioned plans to add an outdoor pool — a great future upgrade. The atmosphere is calm and refined, supported by a no-kids-under-11 policy. We appreciated that, though one child present didn’t seem to meet the age requirement. We have no complaints. It was a wonderful stay, though we would recommend the hotel could promote the surrounding region a bit more for those unfamiliar with the area. One hesitation we had before booking was not knowing what there was to do during the day. They do offer a set of excursions in the area, but we prefer to explore independently. We found the impressive Kapsia Caves (about 40 minutes away, EUR 6 with a guide) and the charming village of Vytina just 15 minutes away, filled with shops, cafes, and restaurants. Though we had never been before, this region is our new favourite region of Greece. We'll be back!

This property is wonderful, the setting, the decor, service, just gorgeous. The food options were delicious but I would like to see a more varied menu for vegetarians, gluten free etc and an extended menu for lunch but overall this property is so unique and lovely I highly recommend it

The design and decoration were amazing. The location and view breathtaking. We didn’t stay in the hotel but we visited for a massage therapy and food/drinks afterwards. All the staff in the spa, reception and bar were polite and helpful. The spa venue was super clean with proper heating and lighting. The products they use were great eg the body oil was soft and very nourishing , didn’t feel sticky at all. The only disadvantage is that my therapist seemed to be in a rush and her movements weren’t so smooth eg rushed movements, skipped some areas of the body. The massage wasn’t bad but my overall feeling was that she wanted to finish her job asap. The cafe area had comfortable seating, relaxing vibes and nice music. We tried some drinks and snacks, all perfect. I would definitely recommend even for a visit if possible.