Kounoupitsa on Spetses: The Waterfront Quarter West of the Dapia

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Kounoupitsa is the seafront quarter of Spetses that stretches west from the Dapia along the coastal promenade toward the lighthouse, and My Greece Tours has written this guide to help you understand it. It is a relaxed, residential-yet-central stretch of cafes, bars, tavernas, captains’ houses and some of the island’s nicer waterfront hotels. It is … Read more

The Poseidonion Grand Hotel: Spetses’ Belle Epoque Landmark

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The Poseidonion Grand Hotel is the landmark seafront hotel of Spetses, and My Greece Tours has put together this guide to the Belle Epoque building that defines the island’s harbour. Opened in on the Dapia waterfront, it became the social heart of Spetses, hosted notable guests for generations. Survives today, beautifully restored, as the island’s … Read more

Where to Stay in Spetses: Best Areas, Hotels and Neighbourhoods

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Choosing where to stay in Spetses shapes your whole trip, because this compact, largely car-free island rewards travellers who match their base to their plans. Arrivals dock at the Dapia, the main quay, and most accommodation sits within a short walk or carriage ride. This guide from Spetses specialists My Greece Tours breaks down every … Read more