Kamares Historic Boutique Hotel & Spa
Ioannina, Greece
Vibe
Wrought iron, antique furnishings, and lantern-lit stone corridors create an intimate, hushed retreat steps from the castle's perimeter.
“Historic stone townhouse”
An 18th-century stone mansion that survived the 1820 fire, featuring original tile floors and brick archways.
Vaulted timber ceilings, exposed stone walls, antique velvet loveseats, and handcrafted fireplaces across nine guest rooms.
Mornings feature regional Epirus breakfast pies served in the courtyard, beside the historic Ioannina Castle walls.
In the historic Siaravas district, steps outside the Ioannina Castle walls and lakefront.
“Much of its old-world grandeur remains — heavy wooden doors, brick archways, ornate fireplaces, sumptuous antiques, and original tile flooring.”
Rooms
Decorative bedframes and hand-painted panels pair with exposed masonry, in-room fireplaces, and bathrooms appointed with hydromassage tubs.
Wellness
Bodrum Spa centers on a traditional Turkish hammam steam bath and hot tub, alongside customized aromatherapy bodywork.
Backstory
The Crapsite Mansion is one of the rare stone residences that survived the great fire of Ioannina in 1820.
Eat & drink
Mornings bring freshly baked regional Epirus pies to the stone courtyard, followed by evening drinks in the lounge bar.
The neighborhood
Cobblestone alleys lead from the historic Siaravas quarter to the castle ramparts, the lakefront, and nearby artisan workshops.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.