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near the sea gate. Other objects of note include a marble door frame from the Church of
Agia Sofia and plenty of fine ceramics.
Sleeping
There's no truly budget accommodation in the
kastro
itself but considering where you
are, some places offer excellent value. Prices are far from rock solid; they alter drastic-
ally depending on good ol' supply and demand. The hotels are nearly identical -
boutique in manner, and stylishly furnished in timber and muted materials throughout.
A torch (flashlight) and sensible shoes are a good idea for those staying in the cobbled,
dimly lit
kastro
.
If the
kastro
doesn't give you the urge to splurge, there are cheaper hotels and numer-
ous domatia in Gefyra.
Monopati Rooms & Apartments
B&B $$$
( 27320 61772;
www.byzantine-escapade.com
; Monemvasia; apt €70-85, 'little house' €110-140)
These two delightful stone options ooze personality, as do the hospitable owners. Stylish
decor fills the apartments' quirky spaces, and both include kitchenettes. Rates vary ac-
cording to the number of people staying. Good deals for long-term stays. Breakfast,
which can be served where you like it, when you like it, costs €6.
Hotel Byzantino
HOTEL $$$
( 27320 61351;
www.hotelbyzantino.com
; Monemvasia; r €70-135; )
This range of atmo-
spheric rooms offers a great experience of traditional
kastro -
they occupy around five
different buildings. This means they come in varying shapes, sizes and prices (from
cheaper rooms with no views to smarter digs with sea-facing balconies); most are decked
out in antiques. Breakfast costs €6. Pricing can be a bit fluid.
Malvasia Hotel
HOTEL $$$
( 27320 61160;
http://en.malvasiahotel-traditional.gr
;
d from €70)
The Malavasia features a
range of atmospheric rooms of all shapes and sizes spread around the village. Room
prices start at around €70 (double) with breakfast in its older style rooms, and from €90
in the renovated buildings. Some are slightly dingy; others are delightful.
The Flower of Monemvasia
HOTEL $$$
( 27320 61395;
www.flower-hotel.gr
;
Gefyra; s/d/tr incl breakfast €68/80/100; )
Located in mainland Gefyra, opposite Monemvasia's
kastro
, this clean, modern spot is a
