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oNafplion 1841 PENSION €
(%27520 24622; http://www.nafplion1841.gr; Kapo-
distriou 9; s/d incl breakfast €40/45; aW) Not
only does this delightful pension occupy a
19th-century mansion, but its five bright
rooms offer contemporary creature comforts
without diminishing the building’s character.
Expect Cocomat mattresses, superior bed lin-
ens, climate control, hydro-massage showers
and plasma-screen TVs. The hostess is a de-
light and so is the breakfast.
Pension Eleni PENSION €
(%27520 27036; http://www.pensioneleni.gr; Zygomala
5; d/tr/ste incl breakfast €45/50/75; paW)
This friendly pension, tucked away down
a quiet street, is run by a Greek grandma
who will fuss over you, her hospitality tran-
scending the language barrier. The en suite
rooms share a warm colour scheme and
sea views; the ‘superior’ rooms come with
thimble-sized balconies. Park in the nearby
square.
Klymeni Traditional Homes APArTMENT €€
(%27520 96194; http://www.klymeni.gr; studio/apt incl
breakfast €85/105; pW) On a hillside over-
looking the peaceful countryside, these
traditional stone houses offer comfort (lux-
urious beds, vast living areas, Jacuzzi-style
bathtubs) and respite from town traffic while
remaining within easy reach of Nafplio.
Helpful owner Alexander provides breakfast
goodies. Take 25 Martiou out of town for
2.5km towards the Palamidi Fortress.
Pension Marianna HOTEL €€
(%27520 24256; http://www.pensionmarianna.gr; Pota-
mianou 9; s/d/tr/q incl breakfast €50/75/95/105;
paW) For value and hospitality, it doesn’t
get better than this. The welcoming owner-
hosts, the warm Zotos brothers, epitomise
Greek filoxenia (hospitality) and serve up
conviviality, travel advice and delicious break-
fasts (comprising homemade produce where
possible). The squeaky-clean rooms open
onto terraces where you can feast on the kill-
er view from your hilltop position. Rates are
€5 less per person without breakfast.Grand Sarai BOuTIQuE HOTEL €€
(%27520 22563; http://www.grandsarainafplio.com; fo to-
mara & Potamianou 3; s incl breakfast €70-145, d incl
breakfast €80-150; W) A beautifully renovated
pink mansion that’s sleek and modern on the
inside. Stylish rooms are decorated in neutral
tones; most boast views, some have jacuzzis.
Extensive breakfasts using local produce are
served in an intimate setting downstairs.3Sixty° Hotel & Suites BOuTIQuE HOTEL €€€
(%27525 00501; http://www.3sixtyhotel.gr; cnr Koletti &
Papanikolau 26; ste incl breakfast €200-250; aW)
Ascend the spiral staircase beneath the
enormous glittering chandelier and you’re
faced with a handful of sumptuous suites.
Each is individually decorated in classic
creams, charcoals and browns but features
welcome crimson, yellow and even pop-art
accents. Oversized beds and bathrooms are
top-notch, and breakfast is extensive – hot
dishes cooked to order.Nafplio
æ Top Sights 13 Grand Sarai..............................................D
1 Archaeological Museum........................C 2 14 Nafplion 1841 ............................................C
2 Palamidi Fortress.....................................F4 15 Pension Eleni............................................C(^16) Pension Marianna....................................D
æ Sights
3 Arvanitia Beach........................................E4 ú Eating
4 Church of Agios Spyridon......................D3 3Sixty°...............................................(see 9)
5 Komboloi Museum.................................D 2 17 Antica Gelateria di Roma........................C
6 National Gallery – Alexandros 18 Carrefour Express................................... E
Soutzos Museum.................................G 2 19 Mezedopoleio O Noulis...........................E
7 Peloponnese Folklore Foundation 20 MitaTo.......................................................C
Museum................................................D2 21 Ta Fanaria.................................................D 2
(^22) To Omorfo Tavernaki..............................D
Ø Activities, Courses & Tours
8 Nafplio Bike.............................................G3 û Drinking & Nightlife
(^23) Es Aei.........................................................C
ÿ Sleeping 24 O Mavros Gatos.......................................D
9 3Sixty° Hotel & Suites............................D 2
10 Adiandi .....................................................D 2 þ Shopping
11 Aetoma.....................................................D 3 25 Glykos Peirasmos....................................D
12 Amymone................................................D2 26 Karonis......................................................D