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Ela mesa

Luxury guesthouse with restaurant, near Kolona

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Located near Paleohora, Ela mesa offers a tranquil retreat with a poolside bar and coffee shop/cafe. Enjoy the garden's serene ambiance or take advantage of hiking/biking activities nearby. Previous guests appreciate the guesthouse's proximity to Monastery of Saint Nectarios.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden

Feel at home (6)

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $123
$142 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30

Why we love this property

Foodie paradise
This guesthouse delights taste buds with its restaurant, cafe, and bar. A buffet breakfast starts the day right for culinary adventurers.
Poolside bliss
The seasonal outdoor pool features pool loungers, umbrellas, and a poolside bar. Children can splash around in their own dedicated pool.

Room options

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Standard Studio, Sea View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Standard Studio, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Standard Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Traditional Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom | Terrace/patio

Traditional Double or Twin Room, 1 Bedroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Standard Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 48 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Aphaia Suite, Ground Floor, Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Aphaia Suite, Ground Floor, Garden View

  • 50 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Nefeli Double Ground Floor,Garden View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Nefeli Double Ground Floor,Garden View

  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Standard Double Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Classic Double Room

  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Parthenon Superior Double Room | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds

Parthenon Superior Double Room

  • Sea view
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
Faneromenis 2, Souvala, Aegina, Aegina Island, 18010

What's nearby

  • Souvála - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Loutrá - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Kolona - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Monastery of Saint Nectarios - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Paralia Agia Marina - 15 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Athens Intl. Airport (ATH) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪azure - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Το Στέκι - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Aphaia cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪NOtOs - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Kostas Restaurant - Ag. Marina - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Ela mesa

When you stay at Ela mesa, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Kolona and Paleohora. You can splash around at the seasonal outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other highlights at this luxurious guest house include a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 14 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Children (8 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:30 AM–10:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

What to do

  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Mosquito nets
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Hand-held showerheads
  • Tile flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Fireplace
  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Freezer
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 12 per person

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 31 and March 31.

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 30.0 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from April to October
  • Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

This property does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Union Pay

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

This property is professionally cleaned.

Property Registration Number 0262K124K0258500

Also known as

Ela mesa

Ela mesa Aegina

Ela mesa Apartment

Ela mesa Apartment Aegina

Ela Mesa Luxury Apartments Aegina/Souvala

Ela mesa Aegina

Ela mesa Guesthouse

Ela mesa Guesthouse Aegina

Frequently asked questions

Is Ela mesa currently open?

The property is closed between October 31 and March 31.

Is there a pool at Ela mesa?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Ela mesa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Ela mesa?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Ela mesa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

What is there to do at Ela mesa and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation onsite includes ecotours. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Ela mesa?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

Does Ela mesa have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Ela mesa like?

Ela mesa is a short 3-minute walk from Souvála and 11 minutes' walk from Loutrá.

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Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The pool was lovely and often the only one being used, offering a peaceful experience. (5 reviews)
  • Breakfast was described as delicious, homemade, and offered a variety of options including eggs, sausage, yogurt, pastries, and fresh bread. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Ela Mesa was great, the staff was so warm and accommodating.
Chankyu, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Faboulas hotel

A fantastic famiy run hotel - beautiful location and wonderful staff and owners. Food was amazing. We stayed for 3 nights but wished we had stayed longer. Will return.
Holly, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our stay at Ela Mesa was absolutely fantastic! The staff was so helpful and friendly, and went out of their way to make our experience as comfortable as possible. The room looked even better than the pictures, and we had amazing view of Athens in the distance. The town of Souvala was calm and peaceful with a few restaurants with good and affordable food, and a small, friendly local population. Highly recommend for your next vacation!
Karl Jakob Strømstad, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A well run hotel, the staff are very friendly with good communication. I needed help getting a taxi when I arrived in Aegina and they arranged one for me within 5 minutes. The hotel is very clean and I loved the pool. The breakfast is nice as well. I can recommend this hotel and hope to come back.
Nick, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot, quiet and close of everything. The owner helped us to rent a car, which was great. The Aegina Island is very beautiful, the view is spectacular. We went to Afaia Temple and the view was stunning. The roads are so so, but stit ok. Great Greek Taverns close too.
Petronela, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great convenient location and good condition of propery, friendly and helpful property owner and staff. Parking lot could be cleaner and better arranged, WiFi signal at the lower level was not strong enough. Overall, our stay was a positive experience.
Serguei, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Best hotel ever

That was the best hotel i ever stayed. Free upgrade. Hugh room with all facilities (refrigerator, oven, hair dryer, they have even a fire place) The hotel have 2 swimming pools (one is private if you book the 2 specific rooms.) Breakfast it could be little better but still i am very satisfiyed. Highly recommend
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel

The hotel was lovely and a 5 min walk to the small harbour village. The room was serviced every day with linen change every 3 days. All staff were very helpful and friendly. Lovely beach 5 mins walk beyond the harbour up the steps of the end restaurant. Free sunbeds if you buy a coffee or snack. Delicious homemade food and excellent breakfast. Pool is lovely and we were often the only ones using it. Would recommend.
Lewis, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

High highs and low lows

This is a hard review to write because there was substantial advantages and good points but also some concerns. I’ll start with the good points. Nice breakfast with a variety of protein (eggs, sausage, yougurt) and carbs (pastries, fresh bread, etc.). Great location as it is close to many sights (Temple of Aphaia, beaches) but still only a 15- minute drive from Aegina town. Pool is beautiful. Staff very friendly and helpful. But unfortunately not everything was perfect. We had to switch rooms after two nights because the A/C wasn’t working. Those nights were very hot. And it took quite a bit of convincing to get the rather crusty owner to acknowledge the problem. (We even went to a hardware store and bought a thermometer!) In the second room (which was very large and cool), the bed wasn’t great. And lastly, the wifi sucked. We always used data. Driving around, the hotel stock in Aegina seems rather poor (compared to what I’m used to), so this might actually have been one of the nicest places.
Tracy, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place ruined by venomous, angry, little man

Amazing island, amazing place with fantastic, friendly staff who work really hard and are so amenable to guests. Pool beautiful and clean, local bars and restaurants are great with very friendly people and great welcome. Then you have the only problem. The manager Thassos who is like a poisonous smell around the place with his arrogance and bad attitude to his customers. He seems to live in a world where everyone else is at fault. His voice can be heard all day, EVERY day shouting at customers and staff alike. His head is so far up his rear end that he hasn’t seen daylight for years. We would return to this idyllic place anytime and recommend it to anyone IF!!! he wasn’t there. Totally ruined our stay by losing the plot and upsetting everyone on such gorgeous, sunny days which should have been memorable for all the great things about Ela Mesa and the beautiful village of Souvlana but will only be remembered by our meeting this horrible, sad little man. Having read many reviews on trip advisor BEFORE our holiday and ignoring the warning signs about this little dictator who has more rules than a prison commandant, please stop and think again. I would warn anyone thinking about going to think hard and not make the same mistake that we made. DONT BOTHER JUST LOOK ELSEWHERE.
Brian, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Good location, friendly and helpful proprietor at the very end of the season. Excellent breakfast.
Thomas, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property, excellent service and terrific food. The owners went above and beyond in helpfullness from arranging for onsite car rental, taxis, food...getting a room for our friends at another hotel since they were sold out....they were truly exceptional in flexibility and overall service. The hotel is a 10 minute car ride to Saint Nektarios monastery. Thank you for being wonderful hosts!
Cristina, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Recommended!

Great stay. Owners really looked after us
Michael, 4-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic hotel with amazing staff!

Fantastic hotel! One of our all time favorites! Extremely nice and helpful staff, excellent food, nice pools, sunset, balcony, aircondition etc. Also good area with beaches, snorkelling-spots and restaurants within easy walkingdistance. We will come back some day!
Jon Inge, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent in every way. We would gladly return
Jonathan, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice and clean Wi-Fi is weak and needs to be fixed.
Majed, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Hotellet var kjempe fint, gå av avstand til strand og butikker og spiseplasser.
2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Meget hyggeligt velplejet hotel med 2 pools, masser af blomster, nymalet. Ejeren meget serviceminded.
lisbeth, 3-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Die Unterkunft ist recht gut. Nur der Ort bietet überhaupt nichts. Wenn man nicht nur am Pool liegen will, braucht man unbedingt ein Auto. Zum Baden souvala nicht zu empfehlen.
Angelika, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

C'est un endroit joliment aménagé avec une grande piscine des balcons sans vis à vis et un accueil chaleureux Le propriétaire s'est démené pour nous trouver un hébergement à Athènes Les petits déjeuners sont très corrects
françoise, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great Hotel

Lovely Hotel, staff and service. Lovely food in restaurant and nice pool. Situated in a nice quiet area with easy access to beach and restaurants.
david, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Recommended

Lovely little hotel, quiet, comfortable and spotlessly clean. Good pool, great breakfast. The owner is very friendly and helpful. We’d stay here again.
Susan, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Ela mesa - the best!

The staff was the best! So friendly, caring and always there to help.
Niina, 3-night trip
Verified

4/10 Fair

Hotel was excellent but I was disappointed with the friendliness of the owner. I accidentally broke a cheap plastic lid to the cistern when pressing the flush button(on first day) and I felt intimidated by his displeasure. It subsequently made me uncomfortable and I did not stay on the premises other than to change and sleep. Lid was replaced within a couple of hours and could not have cost that much. Needs some customer services training.
6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The owner and staff were very welcoming! The property and rooms were VERY clean, service was outstanding. The location and views from the hotel excellent.
2-night trip