Marathea accommodation from NZ$150

The Pappoudiko is located 13 kilometres away from the main part of Marathea. Another alternative is the Hotel Petropoulakis Gods' Land, which is positioned 7 kilometres away. More options worth checking out are the Villa Drossia and the Nefeli Apartments.

Don't skedaddle before checking out what's on offer in wider Lakonia. Visit the ruins and castles in Peloponnese, and also admire the area's lovely beaches and coastal plains. Visitors and locals alike in this region of Greece can also enjoy snowboarding and skiing.

Don't shoot through before you have checked out the Mitropolis, Sparta Archaeological Museum and Mistra Castro in Sparta. If you'd like to stay in Sparta, check out the Lakonia Hotel and Byzantion. Or, you could stay in Monemvasia, 45 kilometres to the east of Marathea, where you can pick from the Hotel Panorama and Venetia Apartments. If you're staying in Monemvasia, set aside some time to check out the Monemvasia Castle, Monenvasia Kastro and Mitropolis.

If you decide to fly into Marathea, Kalamata International Airport is your best gateway. It's 55 kilometres from downtown Marathea. The Kleopatra Hotel is close to the airport.