🇬🇷 Kalamata, Greece
Horizon Blu
📍 217, Navarinou, Kalamata, 24100
Photo: official website
Your stay — Horizon Blu
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Horizon Blu, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on floors 3-5, as these are likely to be the highest floors, reducing the likelihood of overlooking the Navarinou street, which may experience some noise from passing traffic. These floors also offer a more direct access to the hotel's facilities. Additionally, rooms on the west side of these floors are more likely to receive the afternoon sun.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms near the service entrance, which is located at the front of the hotel on Navarinou street. These rooms may experience noise from staff and service vehicles during early morning and late evening hours.
Best views
Rooms on the west side of floors 3-5 are likely to have a view of the surrounding cityscape and the nearby hills.
Quietest floors
Floors 3-5 are likely the quietest, as they are higher up and further from the street.
🔊 Noise notes
Navarinou street, being a main road, may experience some traffic noise, especially during peak hours.
Insider tips
Request a room with a balcony to enjoy the views and fresh air, as many rooms at Horizon Blu come with this feature. Consider booking a room with a 'sea view' option, as Kalamata's coastal area is within walking distance from the hotel, and the views from the higher floors can be stunning.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — Horizon Blu
complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, no login constraints
serves all floors, including historic section
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) available on all devices
check-in from 15:00, early bag-drop available from 08:00, late check-out until 14:00 (€50 fee)
available at the concierge desk, €5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries at main entrance, no structural limitations
on-site valet parking available, €25 per night, nearest public car park at Kalamata Town Hall (€10 per day), no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.00 per night per person (mandatory city tax)
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit + credit card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Άγιος Νικόλαος (743 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Ιερός Ναός Αναστάσεως (1.1 km · ~14 min walk)
- Church: Άγιος Γεώργιος (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Minimarkt Proton — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk
Λιμάνι Καλαμάτας — 2.9 km · ~36 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in the city centre for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaus at the airport or tourist areas due to poor rates and high fees.
Cards are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and larger shops; cash is still preferred at small bakeries, kafenia, and for taxis on the street.
Rounding up the bill or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants; not expected for taxis, but rounding up is fine; hotel staff welcome €1-2 per bag or for housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Freddo espresso or cappuccino at a local kafenio – around €3.
A classic pita gyros from a takeaway shop – roughly €4.
Mains at an averagely priced taverna – about €10-12.
The old town pedestrian streets and the market area by the Central Square have several souvlaki joints and bakeries with pies.
Common budget chains: AB Vassilopoulos, Lidl, and Sklavenitis.
Look on the main shopping streets in the city centre for mid-range chain stores; the weekly local market (laiki) has affordable household goods and some clothing.
Walk the city centre; otherwise, a single local bus fare is around €1.20. From Athens airport, KTEL buses are the budget choice – roughly €35 one-way.
Buy street food like gyros and cheese pies for cheap meals. Use public fountains to refill water bottles. Skip the expensive harbour-front restaurants in favour of side streets for more honest Greek cooking.
Good to know — Kalamata
Type C/F · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
KalamataTourist Police: +30 27210 61830. General EMERGENCY number 112 works across EU, with English-speaking operators. For non-urgent medical help, dial 106 for the local Kalamata health centre.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Kalamata, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Horizon Blu
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Kalamata city centre stops → Private Ferienwohnung (various neighbourhood routes)
💡 Buy a rechargeable 'Urban Card' from any periptero (kiosk) for €1.50—single rides drop to €0.90 and you don’t need change. Useful if your apartment is on a hill near the naval base.
Kalamata Airport (bus stop outside arrivals) → Kalamata Central Bus Station (KTEL), then short walk or local bus to your hotel
💡 The airport bus is the same yellow KTEL coach that goes to Athens—ask the driver to stop at the city centre stop (Plateia 23 Martiou) if it’s closer to your apartment, rather than the main station.
Kalamata International Airport (KLX) → Private Ferienwohnung, Kalamata city centre
💡 Fix the price before you get in—drivers often quote €30-35 to tourists, but €25 is fair. Uber doesn’t operate here; use local taxi apps like Radio Taxi Kalamata (+30 2721 022222).
Any Kalamata location (e.g., beach, old town, or train station) → Private Ferienwohnung
💡 Wave them down on the street—empty cabs with a green roof light are for hire. Short hops within the centre rarely exceed €5; always check the meter starts at the correct tariff (0.70 base).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Horizon Blu?
Request a room on floors 3-5, as these are likely to be the highest floors, reducing the likelihood of overlooking the Navarinou street, which may experience some noise from passing traffic. These floors also offer a more direct access to the hotel's facilities. Additionally, rooms on the west side of these floors are more likely to receive the afternoon sun.
Which rooms should I avoid at Horizon Blu?
Avoid rooms near the service entrance, which is located at the front of the hotel on Navarinou street. These rooms may experience noise from staff and service vehicles during early morning and late evening hours.
Is Horizon Blu noisy?
Navarinou street, being a main road, may experience some traffic noise, especially during peak hours.
Which rooms have the best views at Horizon Blu?
Rooms on the west side of floors 3-5 are likely to have a view of the surrounding cityscape and the nearby hills.
What are insider tips for staying at Horizon Blu?
Request a room with a balcony to enjoy the views and fresh air, as many rooms at Horizon Blu come with this feature. Consider booking a room with a 'sea view' option, as Kalamata's coastal area is within walking distance from the hotel, and the views from the higher floors can be stunning.
What time is check-in at Horizon Blu?
Check-in at Horizon Blu is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Horizon Blu have Wi-Fi?
complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Horizon Blu?
€3.00 per night per person (mandatory city tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Horizon Blu?
A classic pita gyros from a takeaway shop – roughly €4.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Horizon Blu?
Walk the city centre; otherwise, a single local bus fare is around €1.20. From Athens airport, KTEL buses are the budget choice – roughly €35 one-way.
Top Attractions in Kalamata
💡 Ring the bell at the priest's house next door (door on the left) if the church is locked — he usually opens up for a quiet visit. Dress modestly.
💡 The old station building has a free mini-exhibition with railway memorabilia. Look for the steam locomotive built in 1951.
💡 Walk up via the stone path behind the Church of Agioi Apostoloi at dusk — the light is best and the gates close at sunset.
💡 Grab a freddo espresso from a kiosk at the central square (Platia 23 Martiou) and sit on a bench — no cover charge needed.
💡 Entry is €4, but free on Sundays from November to March. Go early — by 10am the coach groups arrive.