Archontiko Michael is a quiet eco-friendly hotel which specializes in eco-tourism and which offers inner and outer experiences. Once guests cross its small wooden bridge, they walk into another era and start a journey into history and tradition. Visitors will experience the life of a 19th century aristocrat and they will explore everything around them with a feeling of joie de vivre.
Archontiko Michael is an eco-friendly boutique hotel housed in a traditional building which was built in 1868 and renovated in 2016 with care and respect for traditional architecture. Our philosophy is oriented towards providing our guests with high quality life, relaxation, privacy, and autonomy.
We implement sustainable environmental practices and support the local community and economy. We cater for travellers interested in tradition, local culture, a healthy diet and authentic Greek hospitality. We offer a combination of high-quality holidays with experiences in nature.
We offer family rooms/apartments with a fireplace, a lovely garden where our guests can relax, easy access and parking, strong free Wi-Fi, independent heating throughout the premises, free extra amenities and a daily cleaning service. Our hotel is always fresh in the summer and warm in the winter, thanks to its thick walls made of local, traditional stone.
Archontiko Michael is located at the edge of Vizitsa’s traditional village, bordering the woods, in a quiet area 200 meters from the square of the village.
The closest beach is 10km away whereas the city of Volos is 29km away.
Besides religious tourism and hiking opportunities along the nearby footpaths, the following activities and services are available on-site or nearby at an extra charge.
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Vizitsa is right in the heart of the Mt. Pelion peninsula so, if visitors want to explore the sights (villages, beaches, footpaths, monasteries, etc.), this will save them time and distance. We are located at an altitude of 500m, which means that access is easy even in the winter when it snows, as the road is always kept clear. The nearest beach is 10km from the mansion.
If you book online through our website, you will automatically receive a confirmation message.
When you book over the phone or via e-mail, we can send a confirmation message by e-mail, if you wish.
If you book online through our website, you will automatically receive a confirmation message.
When you book over the phone or via e-mail, we can send a confirmation message by e-mail, if you wish.
We provide cots and other baby accessories at no extra cost.
Extra beds cannot be added, so please choose the right size of apartment for your family (we can advise you on the matter). There are family apartments that can accommodate 1, 2, 3 or even 4 children.
Taxes and VAT are included. The only duty not included is the residential
tax, i.e. 0.50 euro per night.
A church, Hesperides women's cooperative shop, a monastery, a mini market, a square with 2 restaurants, 3 café-bars, and a souvenir shop.
We do not serve breakfast but all rooms and apartments are supplied with wholesome, top-quality products. We provide fair trade, local, as well as vegan ingredients. No multinational company products are used and guests can make their own breakfast enjoying products supplied by the women's cooperative and local producers. Families usually choose to prepare children's breakfast in the apartment kitchen but also remote workers and those who are careful about their diet can enjoy cooking their own meals. We do not serve any meals. There is no restaurant at Archontiko Michael and we do not compete with the village square eateries where you can find traditional Mt. Pelion breakfasts, including delicious sweet or savory pies handmade by the local grandmothers. The Lavender double room has no kitchen but it is supplied with snacks and drinks, and a kettle to make your own hot beverages.
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