Elaionas Studios  

On Greece’s Mani coast in East Mani (Gythio), this eco-friendly beach hotel sits by the sea. You’re minutes from Paralia Selinitsas and Valtaki Beach, close to Pasteli Manolakos, the Ancient Theatre, the Shadow Theatre Museum and the Museum of Mani History — Cranae and Mavrovouni Beach are a short drive away.

Just five individually decorated studios with air conditioning and kitchenettes — full-size fridge/freezer, stovetop and some rooms with microwaves. Expect pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets, private balconies or furnished lanais, 23-inch plasma TVs and rainfall showerheads with complimentary toiletries. The mood is relaxed, eco-aware and local; take in garden and terrace views, then slip out to the shoreline.

Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you connected. On-site perks include a terrace, garden, picnic area, concierge and a small nightclub for late-night energy. Free self parking, luggage storage, laundry/dry-cleaning and a tour desk are available. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and easy access to nearby beach bars.

Featured complimentary high-speed wired internet, express check-in and express check-out, plus luggage storage for quick arrivals or departures.

No formal on-site restaurant is listed, but you’re surrounded by options — take a short walk to one of 15 nearby beach bars for a drink and casual bites along the water.