Archontika Karamarlis Boutique Hotel

Loved it. Great room with a nice rustic ambience and a spectacular view of the peninsula from the hilltop hotel. The complimentary Greek breakfast was delicious. The staff who received us did not speak good English but she made all the effort to make our stay a comfy one. It was so sweet of her using actions to explain us the local attractions. The owner lady was also very friendly and gave us some helpful suggestions for the rest of our Greek trip. However, the parking space was limited and expect hairpin roads to get there.

We arrived at the hotel in the evening after being lost on the way from Volos to Makrinitsa and entered by mistakes on the very narrow streets of Stagiates.||To find parking places in high season in Makrinitsa is almost impossible but fortunately the hotel has 3-4 places (if you are very good in maneuvering the car).||The views from the terraces of the Archontika Karamarlis Boutique Hotel are amazing by day and by night. The architecture of the hotel is also very unexpected for someone not familiar with the Greek mountain old houses architecture. Actually the hotel has (at least( four floors disposed on different terraces so if you stay on the 3rd or 4th floor you will have to climb a lot of exterior narrow stone stairs. Advice: If you stay only 1-2 nights try to leave the heavy and bulky luggage in your car. ||The interior design of the rooms make you thing that you are in the Addams Family castle in an amusing way.||Most of the rooms are small, some of them with an incredible view towards Volos town and the sea.||Amazing was also the fact that continuing to climb the outside stairs you arrive suddenly in the main paved street leading to the village central square.||The breakfast was only very good, with traditional bio eggs and homemade sweets and confiture.||We stay only one night but we promised ourselves that we will come back for sure in Makrinitsa and Pelion region.

Theer are numerous Archontiko's in Makrinitsa, but this one seems to go above the normal, homely level.||From Volos you will pass the archontiko, but continue some 300 m to the parking and reverse. In that way you will be able to enter the small and narrow carpark (if not some 3 others have precede you).||The reception is very friendly by the lady of the owner. Depending of the room, you may have to climb a significant number of stairs, but that's life in Makrinitsa!||The hotel is wonderfully refurbished out of a compound of 3 or 4 ancient houses. If you are the first to take a shower, however, bide your time, but warm water will flow. Precaution: if you need a soft bed, this is not the place to go.||We had two rooms, both well equipped. The breakfast is lavish with a lot of local sweet and savory food. However, the fruits are limited to the season, in our case only (water)melon.||The village is a must, but already 'discovered' by many (Greek) tourists.

Recently spent four magnificent days, extending the weekend away from capital cities, as much as possible. Located in the centre of Makrynitsa village with breath taking view, approximately 1km above Volos beautiful city and Pagasitikos bay. This is very close to Portaria and few minutes driving from Hania ski routes. Offers the feeling of living in the sunny blue sky or in some spacious balloon that magically keeps people several hundred meters above the ground. Inclination and having to climb several steps from reception to rooms or the main street, is a small issue and expected due to mountain morfology, but it helps to keep you fit after enjoying delicious breakfast time. The village above has few great taverns and you shouldn't miss coffee in the famous square. Archontiko has few great verandas where you can spend time relaxing with lounge music. Again it's personnel that makes the value difference, so let me grasp this chance to say a big thanks for their excellent quality services. We stayed in the oldest house of the block, probably the most traditional, in a spacious double room apartment with several amenities and great heating that is key for mountain resorts. Definitely creates memorable moments and worth to be recommended. Bravo!

Why is it great to stay there?||1. it is in the beautiful village of Makrinitsa.||2. It is 5 minutes walk from the center of the village.||3. Because you can park your car in the hotel - Rare in Makrinitsa. ||4. The hotel is a small lovely place.||5. Rooms are cozy and unique.||6. Breakfast is serving excellent Greek pastries and delights prepared fresh every morning.||7. The hotel has a stunning view of the Gulf of Volos and the mountains around||8. Above all - The owner, is a lovely young woman who speaks excellent English and it is lovely to chat with her.

We arrived at the hotel in the evening after being lost on the way from Volos to Makrinitsa and entered by mistakes on the very narrow streets of Stagiates. To find parking places in high season in Makrinitsa is almost impossible but fortunately the hotel has 3-4 places (if you are very good in maneuvering the car). The views from the terraces of the Archontika Karamarlis Boutique Hotel are amazing by day and by night. The architecture of the hotel is also very unexpected for someone not familiar with the Greek mountain old houses architecture. Actually the hotel has (at least( four floors disposed on different terraces so if you stay on the 3rd or 4th floor you will have to climb a lot of exterior narrow stone stairs. Advice: If you stay only 1-2 nights try to leave the heavy and bulky luggage in your car. The interior design of the rooms make you thing that you are in the Addams Family castle in an amusing way. Most of the rooms are small, some of them with an incredible view towards Volos town and the sea. Amazing was also the fact that continuing to climb the outside stairs you arrive suddenly in the main paved street leading to the village central square. The breakfast was only very good, with traditional bio eggs and homemade sweets and confiture. We stay only one night but we promised ourselves that we will come back for sure in Makrinitsa and Pelion region.

We had great moments in this unique place. The breathtaking panoramic view was terrific! Room had many features inside like the soundproofed windows, a/c, minibar, refrigerator, TV and the room service was great! Breakfast was rich with many options on the morning buffet. Strongly recommended.

How long does it take to boil the kettle and give a tea bag? In this place you need to wait until all guests are served their cofee to drink your tea. And it may come after you finish your food, just because the owner prefers it so. ||||For a breakfast on a Sunday morning I waited more than 15 mins to be served a cup of tea - I even went to the bar to take it myself- but I was refused. || ||When the lady finally brought the tea and I complained, by saying tea does not take long to prepare, her response to me was to shout! SO WHAT she said, 2 times! ||||I would like to think that she is lost in translation, but no, because she spoke perfect English. ||||The staff is kind and very hospitable. ||||I can't say the same for the owners. ||||It is unfortunate not be able to show kindess and hospitality that is expected from the business of hospitality. ||||More, she did not apologize later, even when she had the chance. ||||So if you go to Karamarlis, beware that you may face some attitude problems. || It is a pity because the satff is very kind and friendly.