4 Best Hotels in Ioannina, Epirus and Thessaly

The stylish vibe of old aristocracy coupled with minimalist good taste infuses this neoclassical mansion, which features delightful wood beams, painted wooden ceilings, and fireplaces in the sitting and breakfast rooms—and it's one of the few options within the walls of the historic citadel. No wonder it is often booked up so far in advance. Lavished with flowers and herbs, the lovely courtyard looks onto the dramatic fortress, making this a great place to enjoy an evening drink. Breakfast comprises homemade jams, ham, cheese, fruit, fresh bread, and local honey.

The Hotel Metropolis, finally now a five-star boutique establishment, is neoclassical landmark building in the center of Ioannina that has been a hotel since 1934. The classical mostly white rooms are punctuated by funky furniture and decor, a mixture of antique and modern designs. The beds have top-of-the-range Coco-Mat mattresses, ensuring you'll sleep easy. Breakfast, which is to a high standard, is served in the mostly windowed bistro/bar area, where you can also enjoy an evening cocktail or a glass of fine local wine.

Located in Ioannina's city center, this renovated mansion offers modern comforts in a beautiful old building. The wood-and-stone facade, the simple but quaintly classic and traditional decor, the friendly service, and the light-filled rooms all make this a comfortable and cozy place to stay. Guests and visitors alike can enjoy mezedes and tsipouro (a liquor distilled purely from grapes) in the pretty yard in summer.

Fronting a pedestrianstreet, SAZ is Ioannina’s design darling: sound-proofed rooms blend industrial chic (oak, concrete, teal) with Coco-Mat beds, monsoon showers, Marshall speakers, and retro vinyl players. The sixth-floor roof garden pours craft cocktails over 360° lake-and-castle views. Street-level Zamos Café–Bar covers brunch through late drinks.