The area
KITO
Perfectly located on the edge of Mani, this remote yet accessible location is ideal for you to explore and discover this stunning part of Greece. Guests can choose to stay and relax, visit nearby beaches, explore the region of Mani and Messinia province or enjoy what the vibrant city of Kalamata has to offer.
KITO can be easily reached by car from Kalamata International Airport (30km – 30 mins) or Athens International Airports (280km – 2hr 50mins).
Kitries
The small historic and picturesque fishing village of Kitries is just 20 mins (12 km) from Kalamata and has about 100 permanent residents. With its pebbled beach this is a fantastic spot for a swim while the village is famous for fresh fish that can be enjoyed sitting right by the water.
Mani
From KITO guests can access Mani’s unique, beautiful, rugged landscape, providing visitors a sense of adventure while exploring this unconquered part of Europe. With dozens of beaches to choose from along the way, visit Kardamili (21km), Stoupa (28km), Agios Nikolaos (31km), Agios Dimitrios (34km), Chotasia (51km), Limeni (62km), Caves of Diros (76), Gerolimena (89km), Vathia (98km), Marmari beach (102km) and the Tainaro light house (105km) found at the very end of the peninsula where the Ionian and Aegean seas meet.
More things to do
You can road trip to Polylimnio waterfalls (54km), Pilos (72km), Romanos Beach (75km), Voidokilia Beach (75km), Methoni (83km), plus the pristine and mythical archaeological sites of Ancient Messene (52km) and Mystras (72km).
If you rather not sit still and indulge by the pool, check out one of the local hiking trails https://www.komoot.com/guide/43399/hiking-in-messenia
Kalamata
The town is centred around the main square (platea) and the old town, while to the south is the beach boulevard (paralia) and the waterfront. In general the locals gravitate toward the beach front in the summer and then retreat to the town during the off season. Kalamata has shops, cafés, restaurants, a farmers market (agora – open every Wednesday and Saturday) but also sites such as the castle, Ypapandi Cathedral and Agios Apostolous church where the Greek independence began in 1821. The beach boulevard (Navarinou) stretches 4km end to end, with a host of beach bars, cafes, restaurants and tavernas. You will find a list of favourite establishments in your room. Kalamata is a 20 min drive – 16km from KITO.
