Ce qu'en disent les visiteurs
Amazing building and atmosphere. So pleased with a warm welcoming. You start your day with a traditional breakfast. Never hear a sound or noise. Also it is very good located hotel. Thanks your hospitality Dear Evangia.
Perfect service, very nice and clean rooms, lovely breakfast and friendly staff! Highly recommended. Thank you, Archontiko Petras 1821!
À propos
Archontiko Petras 1821 est un témoignage vivant de l'ère prospère des marchands qui a façonné le nord de Lesbos au XIXe siècle. Le nom « archontiko » — le mot grec pour désigner un manoir ou une résidence noble — évoque les origines de ce bâtiment, autrefois une grande demeure privée, et la date 1821 l'ancre à l'un des moments les plus intenses de l'histoire grecque moderne, l'année où débuta la guerre d'indépendance. Petra elle-même est l'un des villages les plus singuliers de Lesbos, blotti à l'ombre d'un énorme rocher solitaire couronné par la bien-aimée église de Panagia Glykofilousa, et c'est dans ce cadre évocateur que l'archontiko a trouvé une seconde vie en tant que lieu d'hospitalité.
Les visiteurs qui en franchissent le seuil découvrent les caractéristiques de l'architecture aristocratique traditionnelle de la mer Égée : d'épais murs de pierre qui tiennent à distance la chaleur estivale, de hauts plafonds, et le travail soigné d'une époque où les riches familles insulaires construisaient pour durer. Ce type de demeure reconvertie offre quelque chose de plus en plus rare dans le tourisme insulaire grec — un véritable sentiment de continuité avec le passé, où le bâtiment lui-même fait autant partie de l'expérience que ce qui se trouve sur la carte ou dans les chambres. Qu'il fonctionne comme maison d'hôtes, café ou restaurant, l'âme des lieux invite les visiteurs à ralentir et à s'imprégner de l'histoire stratifiée d'un village qui prospérait autrefois grâce au commerce de l'huile d'olive et à la mer.
Pour les voyageurs qui explorent la région du golfe de Kalloni ou qui longent la côte nord de Lesbos, Archontiko Petras 1821 est le genre d'étape qui transforme une journée de visites en un souvenir impérissable. Petra vaut déjà le détour pour son rocher spectaculaire et sa place traditionnelle, et un établissement ancré dans un bâtiment aussi ancien et prestigieux ajoute une profondeur d'atmosphère qu'aucun lieu récent ne peut égaler. C'est l'endroit où architecture, histoire et hospitalité se renforcent discrètement les unes les autres.
Avant de partir
À quoi s'attendre
Dès que l'on franchit le seuil, les épaisses murailles en pierre font chuter la température de plusieurs degrés, même en plein cœur de l'été — un témoignage de l'ingéniosité des bâtisseurs d'antan. Les hauts plafonds et la facture soignée des décors vous plongent dans l'atmosphère d'un manoir marchand du XIXe siècle, bien loin de l'esthétique insulaire habituelle. La roche emblématique de Petra et la plateia du village, visibles depuis l'entrée, parachèvent cette ambiance chargée d'histoire.
Quand y aller
Du printemps à l'automne, la visite est des plus agréables ; les après-midi d'été à l'abri de la fraîcheur des pierres offrent un contraste bienvenu avec la chaleur extérieure.
Comment s'y rendre
Depuis Mytilène, prenez la route principale vers le nord-ouest en direction de Kalloni, puis continuez vers le nord jusqu'à Petra — le trajet représente environ 50 à 55 km et dure approximativement une heure.
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Visitor Reviews
Elif Gültekin
August 2025
Clean, authentic Greek experience. If i visit again i will stay at this hotel.
Serhat yılmaz
April 2025
Amazing building and atmosphere. So pleased with a warm welcoming. You start your day with a traditional breakfast. Never hear a sound or noise. Also it is very good located hotel. Thanks your hospitality Dear Evangia.
Elin Eriksson
September 2024
Perfect service, very nice and clean rooms, lovely breakfast and friendly staff! Highly recommended. Thank you, Archontiko Petras 1821!
Victor Mantzavinos
August 2024
First and foremost, Mrs. Eugenia, the manager, is an incredibly kind and always willing to assist. The venue itself is quite charming, but there are a few details that could be improved without significant expense, such as the garden, for example. In my opinion, the nightly rate charged does not correspond to what is offered. We stayed in the suite, but there were some minor issues that made it feel quite cheap. For instance, the bed had an old comforter placed underneath to make the mattress softer, the refrigerator was very small and old, producing a lot of noise, and there wasn't a coffee machine in the room in case you needed coffee when the staff was absent. Something that I really didn't like was the presence of tea bags in the room with a note stating that consuming them would incur a charge of €1.50 each. What disappointed us the most was the staff. We have traveled extensively and have never encountered anything similar, especially when visiting a small village and staying in a mansion where you expect warm and friendly people. Unfortunately, it felt like they were doing their job reluctantly. During breakfast, they were in the kitchen with their backs turned to the guests who were serving themselves. Lastly, the breakfast itself had many frozen items, which was unexpected as we were hoping to enjoy a traditional Greek breakfast. It was very poor in quality. However, the few handmade items they had, such as walnut pie and leek pie, were fantastic!
ahmet şengün
July 2024
Clean, big and comfortable room. Delicious breakfast. Friendly staff.
Owner Response
Dear Mr Sengun Good Day from Archontiko Petras 1821.<br>Thank you so much for your nice words about our hotel. <br>Hope to see you again.<br>Best Regards <br>Evgenia Drekolia
Önder Cem Hazır
September 2023
Our room had high ceilings and plenty space. Super clean. The common area is nicely decorated. There is a small garden which has a swing in it. Our son was enjoying it while we were drinking our coffee. Decent breakfast. Nice large balcony area with tables and chairs for breakfast. 5 minutes walk to Petra centre. Anaxos beach is 7 minutes by car. Would recommend it!
Nicole
August 2022
My husband and I had a wonderful stay at Archontikl Petras. We stayed for 4 nights, and each morning we were treated by Marie with a wonderful, expansive and delicious breakfast that included many local favorites to try. Marie also kept our room spotless, helped us with our laundry, and changed our sheets and pillow cases in the middle of our stay (a great touch!). She also greeted us with fresh cold watermelon and ice water when we arrived to check in. The location of the property is perfect - bakery and coffee across the street, and many convenience, souvenir and restaurant shops within walking distance. The beach is also within walking distance and is beautiful. Highly recommend!
Jon C
August 2022
Beautiful property tucked away in a centrally located street walking distance to town and beaches. Great bakery for bread and coffee next door, and a close walk to many delicious restaurants and a variety of shops. The rooms are a nice size, with many accommodations (robes, slippers, outlet plugs, towels) and very clean. The breakfast food was expansive each morning, with many local options made fresh daily. Marie prepared the breakfast each morning, and took extra time to ensure she explained the local foods and that we tried all the freshest food options. She was also able to make us eggs to order each morning and provided fresh squeezed orange juice. Marie helped us with our laundry and told us about the best local restaurants. Overall, she was very careful to ensure we were having a wonderful time. She made us feel at home and we looked forward to her morning breakfasts each day! Highly recommend Archontiko Petras!
Benjamin Vanbaelenberghe
March 2022
What a beautiful place to stay. We were welcomed in a wonderful way. The host is super helpful and recommended us an amazing place to go eat dinner. The breakfast is a feast! So good and full of joy! The rooms are tidy and clean. Bed is comfortable. Perfect size bathroom. All in all a great place to come and stay.
Larry Peek
May 2019
We spent three nights in May, 2019.Room was gorgeous and very clean. Maria is extremely hospitable. Four minute walk to the beach. Would recommend staying here. Maria is the person you want to be your concierge at a boutique hotel.
Owner Response
Dear Mr Larry,<br>Hello From Archontiko of Petras 1821,<br>Thank you so much for your kind words! We really appreciated it.<br>Hope to see you again!<br>Best Regards,<br>Evgenia Drekolia
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