Mikri Arktos enjoys a unique setting among the cobbled streets of the historic town of Dimitsana, offering privileged views over the Lousios Gorge and the plains of southeastern Arcadia. The building also holds significant historical importance, as it stands next to the Antonopoulos Museum. In the early 19th century, these buildings belonged to the Antonopoulos family and served as one of the first meeting places of members of the Filiki Eteria (Society of Friends), where preparations were made for the outbreak of the Greek War of Independence in 1821.
Later, until 1920, the building housed the Dimitsana Secondary School before passing into private ownership. When our family purchased the property 20 years ago, only the ground floor façade had survived. Under the close supervision of the Archaeological Service, the building was carefully restored and reconstructed in accordance with its original architectural design.
At Mikri Arktos, located in the heart of Dimitsana, a limited number of parking spaces are available next to the hotel, offering added convenience for our guests. In a traditional village with unique architecture and limited parking options, we strive to make your arrival and stay as comfortable and hassle-free as possible.
In our traditional stone courtyard, you can relax and enjoy the peaceful surroundings in an authentic setting where natural stone and local materials blend harmoniously with the mountain landscape.
Here, you can leave the pace of everyday life behind and unwind with your morning coffee or an afternoon drink, surrounded by fresh mountain air, the soothing sounds of nature, and the peaceful atmosphere that makes Arcadia so special.
Our housekeeping service ensures the highest standards of cleanliness, comfort, and hygiene throughout the hotel. Guest rooms and common areas are cleaned daily with meticulous attention to detail, using high-quality, environmentally friendly cleaning products to maintain a fresh, welcoming, and relaxing atmosphere throughout your stay.
Our housekeeping team works with discretion, professionalism, and great attention to detail, ensuring that every part of the hotel, from guest rooms and bathrooms to furnishings and shared spaces, is impeccably maintained. Our goal is to provide a clean, safe, and exceptionally comfortable stay, perfectly reflecting the natural beauty and peaceful atmosphere of Dimitsana.
Dimitsana is located 203 km from Athens, 89 km from Kalamata, and 48 km from Tripoli. From Athens, follow the Athens to Tripoli National Road. A few kilometres after the Artemisio Tunnel, take the exit towards Vytina and Ancient Olympia. Continue through the villages of Kapsia and Levidi, bypass Vytina, and after the village of Karkalou, turn left towards Dimitsana.
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According to Greek mythology, Zeus was captivated by the beauty of Callisto, a priestess of Artemis and daughter of the King of Arcadia, and made her his lover. Enraged by their forbidden relationship, Artemis cast Callisto away. Alone in the mountains of Arcadia and carrying Zeus's child, she gave birth to Arcas beneath a plane tree. Consumed by jealousy and betrayal, Hera attacked Callisto. To save her, Zeus transformed her into a bear.
As Arcas grew older, he became a skilled hunter. One day, while hunting in the forest, he encountered his mother in her bear form and unknowingly prepared to kill her. To prevent this tragic act, Zeus transformed Arcas into a bear cub, allowing mother and son to recognize one another at last. To protect them from Hera's wrath, Zeus placed them both among the stars, appointing Arcturus as their guardian. From that moment on, Callisto became the constellation Ursa Major, the Great Bear that dominates the northern sky, while Arcas became Ursa Minor, the Little Bear.
