Kinsterna Hotel Monemvasia
Greece
Kinsterna Hotel Monemvasia
Agios Stefanos, Monemvasia – Peloponesse, Greece
www.kinsternahotel.gr
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
N/A
Shareholders
Privately owned by Sgardelis Family
Date of Creation
2010
Hotel General Manager
Mr George Labropoulos
Experienced hospitality professional with over 25 years in the industry, specializing in F&B management and hotel operations. Proven track record as a General Manager in various hotels across Greece. Adept at driving sales, enhancing guest experiences, and leading teams to achieve operational excellence.
Hotel Positioning
5* Luxury Boutique Hotel
Development Strategy
We will implement a development strategy that emphasizes strengthening offline sales through targeted calls, active participation in exhibitions, and familiarization trips (fam trips) to enhance brand visibility and attract new clients. This will be supported by a range of offers, including membership rewards, mobile promotions, and special packages.
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History & Story
Kinsterna Hotel, a restored Byzantine mansion in Monemvasia, Greece, dates back to the 13th century. Over centuries, it passed through Byzantine, Ottoman, and Venetian hands, shaping its unique architectural blend. The estate’s name derives from “cisterna,” reflecting its ancient water system, which still functions today. Once owned by Ibrahim Beis and later the Kapitsini family, the mansion was abandoned in the 1980s before being restored in 2006. Local craftsmen, using traditional techniques, revived the property, transforming it into a boutique hotel in 2010, preserving its rich history while offering modern luxury amidst centuries-old stories.
Date Renewal
2017
Date added extensions
N/A
Main Strengths, Special Touch
Kinsterna Hotel combines history, luxury, and sustainability in a restored 13th-century Byzantine mansion. With original features like ancient cisterns and Ottoman fireplaces, it offers a unique historical experience. Surrounded by nature, the hotel produces its own olive oil and wine, providing eco-friendly luxury in a serene, timeless setting. Committed to sustainability, Kinsterna is 100% energy autonomous and shares its energy with the local community, reinforcing its dedication to responsible hospitality.
Location
Kinsterna Hotel is situated near the enchanting medieval town of Monemvasia, on the southeastern coast of the Peloponnese in Greece. Known for its stunning cliffside fortress, Monemvasia is a well-preserved historical site with narrow stone alleys, Byzantine churches, and centuries-old architecture. The hotel itself is nestled amidst lush vineyards, olive groves, and gardens, offering sweeping views of the Aegean Sea. The area’s natural beauty is complemented by its rich cultural heritage, from Byzantine ruins to Venetian fortifications, making it a perfect destination for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and those seeking tranquility in a uniquely historical setting.
Key sites/activities in the area
The area around Kinsterna Hotel and Monemvasia offers a wealth of activities and key sites. Explore the medieval fortress of Monemvasia, with its narrow, cobbled streets, ancient Byzantine churches like Agia Sophia, and stunning sea views. Nearby, visit the Castle of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage site. For nature lovers, the Petrified Forest of Agia Marina and Parnon Mountain offer scenic hiking trails. Enjoy local wineries, olive oil tastings, or relaxing on Pori Beach. The hotel also organizes cycling tours, horseback riding, and boat trips, allowing guests to fully experience the region’s rich cultural and natural landscape.
Fun Facts
At Kinsterna Hotel, the cistern is alive with fish darting through the water, their quick movements catching your eye as they weave between reeds. The stillness of the ancient stone contrasts with the lively energy below, where the fish thrive. It’s a captivating scene, adding life and vibrancy to the tranquil evening, as Monemvasia looms in the distance.
Children’s Corner
Kinsterna Hotel features a dedicated children’s corner with engaging activities like arts and crafts workshops, an outdoor play area, and nature walks. Kids can enjoy a shallow swimming pool and family-friendly amenities, ensuring a safe and fun environment while parents relax and explore the hotel’s rich history and surroundings.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
51 guestrooms & villas
• Double room – up to 2 guests (there’s a flatscreen tv, free wi-fi, minibar, air-conditioning, free bottled water and korres bath products).
• Byzantine room – 30 sqm. – up to 2 guests & 1 cot (free wi-fi, a flatscreen tv, desk, laptop on request and bath products by korres)
• Junior suite – 30 sqm.– up to 3 guests & 1 cot (each room has free wi-fi, a flatscreen tv, desk, laptop on request and bath products by korres)
• Kinsterna family suite – 47-51 sqm. – up to 4 guests & 1 cot (private veranda, living area, fireplace, separate bedroom, ensuite bathroom, espresso machine, a kettle, a minibar, a pillow menu, free wi-fi and air-conditioning.)
• Master residence – 90 sqm. – up to 6 adults & 1 cot (private garden space with sun loungers. inside there’s a living room with an inviting fireplace, a dining table and a sofa-bed. there are two bedrooms – one with a king-size bed and one with a queen-size bed; each has a private terrace and a marble ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. there’s also an espresso machine, a kettle, a minibar, a pillow menu, free wi-fi and air-conditioning.)
• Premium residence – 39 sqm. – up to 3 guests & 1 cot (open-plan with a private balcony or veranda – residence. there’s a king-size bed, seating area and an ensuite bathroom with a shower. also, a tv, an espresso machine, a kettle, pillow menu, air-conditioning and free wi-fi.)
• Kinsterna suite -41 sqm. – up to 3 adults & 1 cot (king-size bed, a comfortable seating area, a finely-carved fireplace and ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower. you’ll also find free wi-fi, air-conditioning, a tv, a minibar and a pillow menu).
• Deluxe residence -58 sqm. – up to 4 adults & 1 cot (living and dining room, a bedroom with a king-size bed, fireplace and a walk-in wardrobe, ensuite bathroom, tv, an espresso machine, a kettle, pillow menu, air-conditioning and free wi-fi.)
• Kinsterna pool villa – up to 6 adults & 1 cot (split-level villas in the kinsterna gardens next to a freshwater stream and have semi-private pools. they have aegean sea views from the upper floor, either a king-size or queen-size bed and an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and a bath tub. each villa also has a flatscreen tv, wifi, a minibar, air-conditioning, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and korres bath products.) Number of Luxury rooms: 45, including 36 x Shikumen Villa (118 sqm) & 9 x Shikumen Garden Villa (118 sqm)
Restaurants & Bars
• Mouries all-day
• Linos tavern
• Belvedere bar
• Pool Bar
Wellness
• Spa Center
• 2x swimming pool
• Fitness Center
Corporate & Celebration Events
• Wedding events: 129 + 11 kids in total inhouse guests (52 guestrooms – 56 bedrooms and plus 17 couch beds)
• Corporate events: 30 people school set up (project, pads, pens & flip charts incl.)
Extra Notable Features
Cooking classes, bee keeping, wine tasting, olive oil tasting, soap making, boat tours, horse riding, bread making – plenty of seasonal activities to be shared upon request.
Hotel and restaurant Awards
2024
• 2-keys Michelin award
• Eco-Label “Green Key” Certificate
• Sustainability – Gold, Greek Tourism Awards 2024
• FNL Best Restaurant Awards – Sterna
2022
• FNL Best Restaurant Awards – Sterna
• Best Greek Hotel Restaurant (Gold Award) – Sterna
• Greece’s Best Restaurant Awards (Top Notch) – Sterna
2021
• Greece’s Best Restaurant Awards (Top Notch) – Sterna
Number of employees
60