Heliotrope The Studios

Business
4.5(251 reviews)
Mytilini

Visitors say

Beautiful place in the center of town with lovely reception staff that are very helpful with everything. Very comfortable and quiet place to stay with everything you'll need.
George Kalopisis· March 2025
Great value for money! The property was clean, comfortable, and had everything I needed for a relaxing stay. The staff were friendly, helpful, and always available if I had any questions. For the price, the quality and service exceeded my expectations. I would definitely stay here again!
NiiR Demir· August 2025

About

Heliotrope The Studios is a charming accommodation nestled in the heart of Mytilini, the vibrant capital of Lesvos and a city where Ottoman-era mansions, neoclassical facades, and the hum of a working port all coexist in effortless harmony. Positioned within easy reach of the waterfront promenade, the central market, and the island's cultural landmarks, these studios offer a welcoming base for travellers who want to immerse themselves in the rhythm of local life rather than observe it from a distance.

The studios provide self-contained living spaces that suit both short stays and longer explorations, appealing to independent travellers who value comfort and flexibility. Guests can spend their mornings browsing the colourful produce stalls of the town market or savouring an ouzo beside the harbour before venturing out to the island's beaches, traditional villages, and ancient sites. Returning each evening to a comfortable, well-equipped studio in the midst of a living Greek town is one of the quiet pleasures Heliotrope offers.

Mytilini itself rewards those who linger — from the Byzantine fortress overlooking the straits to the excellent Archaeological Museum and the narrow lanes of the old quarters where cats drowse in afternoon sun. Choosing Heliotrope The Studios means choosing to be genuinely part of that scene, with the island's cultural richness, ferry connections to the mainland, and the warm hospitality of a small family operation all close at hand.

Before you go

What to expect

These self-contained studios put you squarely inside Mytilini's everyday rhythms — the harbour, the covered market, and the Byzantine fortress are all within easy walking distance. Mornings feel naturally active: coffee from a neighbourhood kafeneion, a stroll past Ottoman-era mansions, then a bus or taxi out to whichever corner of the island calls. It is accommodation that lets you live alongside locals rather than simply passing through.

Best time to visit

Year-round for a town stay, though late spring and early autumn bring mild temperatures and a quieter, more local atmosphere than the crowded July–August peak.

How to get there

Heliotrope sits centrally in Mytilini itself, so there is no onward drive — from the ferry port or the airport (roughly 8 km south of the centre), a short taxi ride drops you at the door.

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Visitor Reviews

NiiR Demir

August 2025

Great value for money! The property was clean, comfortable, and had everything I needed for a relaxing stay. The staff were friendly, helpful, and always available if I had any questions. For the price, the quality and service exceeded my expectations. I would definitely stay here again!

George Kalopisis

March 2025

Beautiful place in the center of town with lovely reception staff that are very helpful with everything. Very comfortable and quiet place to stay with everything you'll need.

Kadir Gökgöz

August 2022

Maria is the best. If you are not sure where to go, ask her. She helped us so much. The place is very clean and comfortable. Great location in Mytillini. also, the island is wonderful. People are so calm and honest. It is big so give yourself at least 4 days if you want to see most of it.

J. C. Baykal

July 2022

The place is very close to city center of Lesvos, Mitilini. The price is fair. The rooms are spacius including a kitchen. Mrs. Maria at the reception is very helpful. We would stay again. Thanks.

Owner Response

Thank you for your kind comment! Hope to welocome you again at Heliotrope Studios!

George Drakoulis

August 2021

Very close to the city center, nice A/C, awful beds and mattresses, average cleanliness of the wc. Dont even think about preparing a breakfast at its kitshenette. Nice view to its backyard!

Atilla Sasi

August 2020

Stayed in the premises two three times, clean silent rooms with balcony and sea view. Close to airport, yet not much noise. Breakfast adequate and salloon big, comfortable. But you need a rental car here, virtually no public transport in Lesvos. Do not believe in the bus hours. Rental car sector is huge. I recommend karpouzi beach when its windy and too much waves.

Owner Response

Thank you very much for the kind comments about our Hotel. We hope to see you again soon!

Garth Stevenson

November 2019

An excellent base for our exploration of biblical Mytilene, following the Apostle Paul around the Mediterranean world. Our room was up some steep steps so not accessible to all - lower rooms serviced by a lift. Room was well appointed and the service was good.

Owner Response

Thank you very much for the great score you gave our Studios as wel as for your kind comments. We hope to have the chance to welcome you back soon!

Sadia Haq

October 2019

I stayed here for about a week and had an okay experience. Let's start with the pros: The staff is kind and accommodating with anything you need. I had a late flight in and they allowed me to have a late check in at no additional cost which was really nice. The room was very clean. The location is great, it's about a 5 minute walk to Saphous square which is right by the bus stop and taxis if you need to get anywhere and is bustling with shopping and restaurants. Cons: -The apartments are not soundproof at all. -Everything in the apartment is pretty outdated, there's a lot of potential for this place if they upgrade their appliances and furniture. -My first day I was put into an apartment located on the first floor facing the street, so all night I heard the dogs barking and early in the morning you can hear everyone open and close the main door, the cleaning staff and literally everything. -Day 2: Due to the noise I asked to switch apartments. I was moved up one floor, right above my previous apartment. The noise of current tenants was much less but you could still hear the dogs all night. And to top it off, when I started the AC unit, it smelled terrible, kind of like a dirty bathroom. It was unbearable. I had to shut it off and open all of the windows late at night and deal with the outside noise because the smell was worse. -The next morning I informed the staff who were very apologetic and kind. They moved me to their superior suite across the hall. It was very nice and clean. I was so exhausted after switching rooms two times and frustrated because it took up a considerable part of my day and it was annoying having to unpack and repack everything. The night of the third day, I started the AC unit and the EXACT SAME PROBLEM. It smelled terrible. Being fed up at this point I just kept it off and slept without AC for the remaining 4 days of my trip. If the staff weren't so great I would've given less stars. If you can deal with all of these things then I would say stay here since it is a good location, but I met a lot of individuals during my trip in Lesvos that were staying at much nicer places for cheaper rates and without these issues.

Owner Response

Dear Sadia<br>We would like to thank you for choosing Heliotrope the Studios for your stay.<br>Thank you for your review of your recent stay. Your feedback is extremely valuable to us, as we strive to improve every day.<br>We appreciate your comments about our staff. They are very rewarding as we do our best to offer our guests a memorable stay!<br>We are glad that you found our Studios very clean!Cleanliness is very important to us.<br>On the other hand we are sorry that did not meet all your expectations. We had all the good will to provide you with the best service that is why we showed you different rooms so you can decide which one suits you best.<br>We have taken into consideration all your comments and suggestions as we are always looking for ways to become better and offer a memorable stay to our quests.<br>We really hope to have the chance to accommodate you on your next trip to Mytilene.<br>Kind regards<br>Heliotrope the Studios

Wendy J

September 2019

If you are staying a day or a week in Mytilene, this is the place. Lovely staff, super helpful with everything you could want. Quiet and safe, but close to everything. Clean spacious rooms with balconies. Just perfect!

Owner Response

Thank you very much for your great score you gave our studios ! It is so rewarding for us to hear that our staff was helpful and made your accommodation a memorable one! We hope to have the chance to welcome you back soon!

Mike D

April 2018

- The lock in my room was half broken. I tried to inform the staff, they ignored me. When I returned to the room at 2.00 in the morning, the lock was fully broken AND NO ONE WAS THERE. I had to wake up the receptionist by phoning at her HOUSE to come and fix it. - Quite expensive for what it offers. - Low water pressure made shower virtually unusable - Cramped room - Cranky staff

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Eastern Lesvos

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