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Kapsaliana Village Hotel

Crete, Greece

Greece / Crete / Kapsaliana Village Hotel

Charming rustic-chic getaway in a restored 17th-century hilltop village

Sitting snug at the end of a windy mountain road framed with a stone village house, Kapsaliana is a refuge for lovers of solitude and nature. Surrounded by thyme-scented hills and framed with silvered olive trees, Kapsaliana impresses with its idyllic setting. Interiors are all about minimalist simplicity, blending contemporary décor with a rustic-luxe vibe.

Think rough-cut stone, exposed beams, terracotta-hued floors with spaces adorned with warm wood furnishings, hand-loomed textiles, and local ceramics.

“Kapsaliana Village hotel pays homage to the past; celebrates the present; and paves the way to a more balanced, sustainable future.”

—Kapsaliana

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the look.

Surrounded by fragrant Mediterranean gardens and ancient olive groves, Kapsaliana feels like a bucolic hideaway lost in time. Rooms are rustic-chic with exposed rough-cut stone walls, decorative tiles, wood-beamed ceilings, stone arches, and original olive grindstones throughout. Spaces feel tranquil, blending contemporary décor with a subdued farmhouse-chic vibe, muted earthy hues, wooden bowls, pomegranates, and hand-cut flowers here, there, and everywhere. Upstairs rooms have stunning terraces overlooking the terracotta-tiled rooftops, verdant valleys, and the sea below. A delightfully inviting pool sits smack dab amidst terracotta clay pots and flowering gardens — perfect for kicking back and chilling.

the experience.

romance

Enjoy quiet evenings dining beneath the stars on romantic candlelit terraces.

savory local treats

Savor sumptuous farm-to-buffet delicacies surrounded by flowering gardens and ancient olive trees. Think home-baked breads, fresh orange juices, locally-sourced honey, creamy yogurts, and more artisanal cheeses than you knew existed.

immersion

Try your hand at artisanal olive soap-making or putter around the monastery’s old olive mill (displayed in a tiny museum).

mountain village life

Stroll down the idyllic cobblestone streets winding through the cluster of village houses, or join a guided tour through the beautiful Amari Valley. And don’t miss the traditional ceramics and pottery village of Margarites. Kapsliana offers easy access to loads of mountain trails (hikes + bikes) that surround the property, and beaches are only a short drive down the hill.

the impact.

A strong sustainability sensibility rooted in its connection to the land, culture, and local community.

Eco-design

The old miller’s cottages were tastefully restored, respecting the vernacular building methods and techniques.

Community-driven

Kapsaliana partners with locals who have been working their crafts for generations in the Cretan countryside.

Culinary sustainability

All produce, and ingredients used in their kitchen are seasonal, or sourced on location or locally.

at a glance.

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good to know

3-night minimum stay. 18 rooms and suites of various sizes (each named after a constellation). There is also a 2-bedroom villa with its own private pool close to the main house. Rates include breakfast.