Photo via Google, Stelios BenetatosArgentikon Luxury Suites
- Getting there
- In Kampos, a short drive from Chios Town
Why it’s in the log
Argentikon occupies a 16th-century estate in Kampos, the walled citrus-growing district outside Chios Town — a Historic Monument built by the Argenti family, restored rather than reimagined. The suites sit among the original stone buildings and gardens rather than a purpose-built replica of one, which is the difference between this and most hotels that use the word "historic" loosely.
The patios are the reason people write home: stone walls, citrus trees, and the kind of quiet that comes from 32,000 square metres of walled grounds rather than a hedge and a hope. Reviews consistently single out the setting for weddings and long stays alike, and the staff for matching the level of the building.
This is a splurge stay on an island most people fly past on the way somewhere else — worth building a Chios trip around rather than treating as a stopover.
“The stone architecture and the patio are the whole point — this is a place built to be sat in, not just slept in.”
What people said recently
From Google reviews · see all 278 ↗
“One of a kind! It's, without any doubt, the most well preserved, picturesque, serene, relaxing and overall amazing 32 hectares garden, which contains a group of independent aristocratic buildings, each one constructed following a somewhat…”
“Decorations at Christmas time are to die for. The best I've ever seen. Reminds me of my home town Chicago. It's not Christmas if you don't visit with family and friends and take lots of pictures!!!! Santa and everything!!! And free candy…”
“An exceptionally beautiful hotel on the island of Chios. I visited for a wedding in August 2015 and fell in love with its discreet location, hidden garden and fantastic staff. I could not recommend it more highly.”
