14 Best Hotels in Nafplio

Updated: December 9, 2025
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By Santorini Dave

Our Favorite Hotels in Nafplio

• 4-Star: 3 Sixty
• Pension: Aetoma
• For Families: Omorfi Poli
• For Couples: 3 Sixty
• Best Views: Marianna
• Best Pool: Nafplia Palace • Ippoliti
• Near Marina: Carpe Diem
• With Harbor Views: Gambello
• Near Bus Station: Regno di Morea
• Near Acronafplia Castle: Grand Sarai
• On Central Square: Castellano

View of Bourtzi Castle from the Nafplio Harbor pier.

Nafplio Basics – My Advice

• The Vibe: Nafplio is the first capital of modern Greece and arguably the most romantic town on the mainland. It feels like a Greek island attached to the coast, featuring Venetian architecture, massive fortresses, and a vibrant harbor promenade.
• Getting There (Bus): There is no train. The KTEL Argolida bus departs from the Kifissos Central Bus Station in Athens. The trip takes about 2 hours and 10 minutes. Pro Tip: If you are coming from the airport, take the X93 bus directly to Kifissos to avoid the city center. Book tickets online in advance to secure your seat.
• Getting There (Car): Driving is the best option for flexibility. It is a 2-hour drive from Athens on a modern highway. This allows you to visit the archaeological sites of Mycenae and Epidaurus on your own schedule.
• Parking Warning: The Old Town is largely pedestrian-only. Do not attempt to drive to your hotel door. Park in the massive free public lot at the Port (near the marina). It’s safe and only a 5-minute walk to most central hotels.
• The “Stair” Divide: Nafplio is built on a slope. Lower Town (north of Staikopoulou Street) is flat and easier to navigate with luggage. Upper Town (south of Staikopoulou) sits on the castle slopes and requires climbing steep stone steps. Choose the Lower Town if you have mobility issues or heavy bags.
• Beaches: Arvanitia Beach is a small, pebbled cove just a 10-minute walk from the harbor. Warning: Check local status before using the coastal path, as landslides can occur after heavy rain. Karathona Beach is a large sandy stretch 5km away, easily reached by car or bus.
• Best Restaurants in Nafplio: Alaloum (Traditional taverna) • 3Sixty (Upscale grill and wine bar) • Pidalio (Modern meze and seafood) • Mitato (Expertly grilled meats) • Antica Gelateria di Roma (Our favorite pistachio and fig ice cream).
• Best Tour: Nafplio: City Walking Tour.

Staying in Nafplio

Nafplio is the undisputed jewel of the Peloponnese. With its Venetian architecture, seaside promenades, and car-free historic center, it offers all the charm of a Greek island without leaving the mainland. Located in the Argolid Peninsula, it serves as the perfect strategic base for exploring the major archaeological sites of Mycenae, Epidaurus, and Tiryns.

Choosing Your Hotel Location
The Old Town is pedestrianized and compact, but the terrain varies drastically.

• The Lower Town (Marina & Syntagma Sq): Hotels located north of Staikopoulou Street are on flat, even ground. This area is bustling, easy to walk, and close to the waterfront and main square. Choose this area if you have a stroller, mobility issues, or heavy luggage.
• The Upper Town (Castle Slopes): Hotels south of Staikopoulou Street sit on the steep slopes of the Acronafplia castle. Access usually involves climbing many steep stone steps. Choose this area if you want panoramic sea views, quiet, and a romantic atmosphere, and do not mind a climb.

The Parking Reality
Since the Old Town is car-free, you generally cannot drive to your hotel’s front door.

• Where to Park: There is a massive, free public parking lot at the Port (next to the marina). It is safe and huge.
• The Strategy: Park at the port and walk to your hotel (5–10 minutes). If you are staying in the Upper Town, pack light or ask your hotel if they offer a luggage porter service, as rolling a suitcase up the stairs is difficult.

The 14 Best Hotels in Nafplio

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1. 3Sixty Hotel & Suites

Hotel phone: +30 2752 500501
Opulent and sophisticated all-suite hotel in a central location near Old Town nightlife. This modern but neoclassically-designed hotel has spacious guest rooms that include luxe extras like fireplaces, crystal chandeliers, Versace linens, in-mirror televisions, and hydromassage showers or jetted tubs. All are air-conditioned. The Luxury Family Room sleeps four, and Room 107 includes a private rooftop terrace with a hot tub. Excellent and award-winning restaurant/wine bar attached.
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2. Gambello Luxury Rooms

Hotel phone: +30 2752 023009
In a converted neoclassical mansion near the waterfront, Gambello Luxury Rooms offers classically-chic accommodation with modern amenities. Spacious guest rooms feature parquet wood floors, high ceilings, and elegant furnishings – some offer balconies with great views of Bourtzi Castle and the sea. Bathrooms are modern, with walk-in rain showers. All rooms are accessed via a beautiful winding staircase; there is no elevator. A traditional breakfast is served inside or out on the charming patio, as weather permits.
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3. Regno di Morea

Hotel phone: +30 27520 22232
Modern and beautifully-appointed hotel on a quiet pedestrian street in the heart of Old Town. All room categories sleep two and feature oak flooring and warm mid-century-meets-modern styling, as well as high-tech extras like Marshall bluetooth speakers, tablet controls, and Nespresso machines. Upper categories add sitting/work areas or balconies. An exceptional breakfast is served daily in the hotel’s ground floor wine bar and lounge.
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4. Grand Sarai Nafplio

Hotel phone: +30 2752 022563
Historic 4-star boutique hotel tucked into a quiet, yet central, location under Acronafplia Castle. In a charming historic building that once housed the first Court of Modern Greece, you’ll now find comfortable guest rooms that feature Cocomat beds, well-appointed modern bathrooms, and wonderful views from higher floors. An excellent breakfast is served daily, and there’s a lounge/bar on-site. Grand Sarai has a small elevator, but stairs are required to access the hotel. Junior suites sleep up to four.
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5. Aetoma Hotel

Hotel phone: +30 2752 027373
Excellent and traditional family-run pension in the heart of Old Town. This charming 18th-century mansion has been converted to five double guest rooms, each with air-conditioning, balconies, and en-suite bathrooms that feature either a jacuzzi bathtub or hydro massage shower. The deluxe top-floor Akrokeramo Room has wonderful views of Acronafplia and Palamidi Castle. Mother/son duo, Akis and Panagiota, are exceptionally kind and generous hosts; guests are treated as family and a fantastic breakfast is served each day until noon. No elevator.
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6. Castellano Hotel & Suites

Hotel phone: +30 27520 96300
Posh lodging overlooking Syntagma Square, perfect for couples. Gold-accented walls and jewel-toned velvet furnishings add to the lavish vibe here, combined with luxe extras like in-mirror TVs and marble-clad bathrooms. Upper-level rooms add balconies with views to Palamidi or over the square. A smart wine bar is located on the ground floor; guests can take their breakfast here, or al fresco at their neighboring Syntagma Square cafe.
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7. Carpe Diem Boutique Hotel

Hotel phone: +30 2752 029449
Excellent new family-run hotel located just a block from the harbor. Rooms are on the small side but very stylish, well-appointed, and comfortable. All room classes have modern, natural styling and feature private balconies; some sleep four and have spacious furnished verandas with town or Palamidi views. A delicious made-to-order breakfast is served in their ground-floor indoor/outdoor café and bar.
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8. Pension Dafni

Hotel phone: +30 2752 029856
Delightful family-run hotel on the very edge of Old Town, at the foot of Acronafplia hill. Twenty guest rooms and suites are spread over three buildings, connected by cobbled, plant-lined alleyways. Elegant neoclassical furnishings and crystal chandeliers feature in recently renovated guest rooms, some of which also have balconies or kitchenettes. Breakfast can be served in-room or in the hotel lounge; the Deluxe Family Room can sleep up to six people.
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9. Xenon Inn

Hotel phone: +30 697 700 7271
Charming 19th-century restored guesthouse set right on Nafplio’s main square. Each of the seven rooms and suites are different, with some featuring stone walls, kitchenettes, or balconies overlooking Syntagma Square; all are romantic and elegantly-decorated with traditional furnishings. Breakfast is served on the square below in Xenon Café, which becomes a lively bar in the evenings. No elevator.
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10. Marianna

Hotel phone: +30 2752 024256
Sweet, quiet, family-run hotel with great views. Its 28 distinct rooms are set over many levels on Acronafplia Hill, almost abutting the fortress. Rooms are romantic (some with stone walls and timber ceilings), and views are incredible – of Palamidi Fortress above, and over the town below. An excellent breakfast is served on a view terrace, with homemade delicacies and fresh lemon juice from their own trees. Its hillside position requires that guests traverse many flights of stairs; those with any mobility issues would do better elsewhere.
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11. Hotel Ippoliti

Hotel phone: +30 2752 096088
Lovely boutique hotel in a quiet corner near the harbor – and one of the few in Nafplio with a swimming pool. Decor here is elegant and Tuscan-themed, and the large guest rooms and suites have luxe extras like in-room fireplaces, hydrotherapy showers, and whirlpool tubs. Aside from the pleasant pool patio, there’s a small fitness center and a comfortable communal lounge with a fireplace. Most suites are split over two levels; family suites sleep four. An excellent breakfast buffet is served daily, pool or fireside.
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12. Leto Nuevo

Hotel phone: +30 2752 028093
Newly-refurbished and comfortable property located on Acronafplia Hill. Its 18 rooms and suites are on the small side but bright and stylishly-decorated; all have mini-fridges and air conditioning, many have balconies with outstanding views over Old Town. Most rooms are double or triple occupancy, but the Family Suite sleeps four (on one double bed and two twins). Set high on the hill; a short walk to the center of Old Town, but with many steps.
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13. Omorfi Poli

Hotel phone: +30 2752 021565
A great choice for families near the Marina, three of Omorfi Poli’s seven guest rooms are split-level and sleep up to 5 people. All rooms are spacious and have air conditioning as well as ceiling fans. Excellent central location amid shops and restaurants of Old Town and across from the Peloponnese Folkloric Society Museum, though double-glazed windows keep rooms quiet and private. Service is friendly and attentive, and a delicious breakfast is served daily.
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14. Nafplia Palace Hotel & Villas

Hotel phone: +30 2752 070800
The one-time Grand Dame of Nafplio, set high atop Acronafplia Hill, is now very in need of a facelift but still worth a recommendation for its amazing sea views and private villas. The main building has an impressively large lobby, though its decor has grown somewhat shabby. It’s worth a splurge for one of the modern and newly-renovated villas, many of which include a private plunge pool and/or sleep four. The large communal pool features a snack bar, alongside two restaurants and a cool lobby lounge. Ample parking is available, and an elevator connects this hilltop hotel to the streets of Old Town below.
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