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Located in one of the most romantic destinations in Greece – Monemvassia village, Kinsterna Hotel has been short-listed for The European Hotel Design Awards 2010. Placed in a superbly restored 13th century manor house, the hotel offers boutique accommodation with privileged views of the endless blue of the Aegean. The Kinsterna hotel blends magically into the surrounding vineyards and timeless olive and orange groves of Monemvasia.

There are 27 perfectly restored guestrooms at Kinsterna Hotel and Spa, most offer stunning views to the Aegean or the surrounding gardens. The suites are authentically furnished and designed to reflect the building’s history. The interior includes the Byzantine, Ottoman, and Venetian phases offering an amazing mix of old and modern like richly textured carpets and antique chests, gold Kartell lamps and transparent Ghost chairs. All rooms are equipped with all modern amenities you need such as LCD TVs, air-conditioned, Hermes cosmetics, mini bars, bathrobes and slippers, heated towel rack, scales, pillow menu and Wireless Internet access.

This Monemvasia property has a gourmet restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine using organic ingredients with contemporary twists. . Kinsterna Hotel features an appealing Spa boasting a variety of treatments including a traditional Hammam, massage rooms, and a hair salon. Also there is a unique outdoor pool with private relaxation areas and a steam room. Additional amenities are a library, a guest parking, banquet facilities and a pool lounge that serves delicious salads, sandwiches, cocktails and fresh fruit juices.