Glorious Peleys Castle Hotel
Hotel Overview
Discover the taste of paradise in this idyllic 18th century Chateau in Vizitsa. The Castle
was built in 1791 and was renovated in 1991. Many of the original features have been retained
as the Castle gates, barred windows, hooks, the small turret on the west wing, loopholes and
escape exit.
The Glorious Peleys is a family-run Castle Hotel with the hospitality of bygone days.
It is named after the father of Achilles, the famous hero of Troy in Homer's Iliad, King
Peleys, who had his kingdom on this mountain in Greek mythology.
Nikos and Maria Stereopoulos are journalists and advisors in Tourism Investments. They are
passionate antique collectors and have lovingly restored this Castle into a luxurious private
residence.
This magnificent Castle Hotel, hidden from the outside world has earned the European
Community's award for Architecture and is protected as a monument. It has also been voted
by "USA TODAY" as one of the world's 50 hotels with personality.
Location
Vizitsa is located in a very green part of Pelion, only a short 15-minute drive from the
sandy beaches and the blue sea. Ideal for Hiking, Climbing, Skiing, Sailing, Diving and
Swimming.
Rooms
The Glorious Peleys Hotel Castle offers 11 individually styled Rooms with period furniture and the highest quality
facilities. The refined ambience and the sensations of the ancient and traditional Greek worlds
are everywhere.
Services
- Sauna
- Jacuzzi
- Hairdryer
- Safe Box
- Library
- Video
- Table Games for Children
- Restaurant
- Piano Bar
- Stone Fireplace
- Chess Board
Food & Beverages
Enjoy a candlelight dinner in the rich setting of the restaurant or the romantic atmosphere
of the garden under the starry Greek sky, accompanied by Anna's compositions on the
piano.
Breakfast is plentiful with a variety of tastes for a good start to the day.