Ialna Boutique Hotel — Hotel in Ioannina Municipality

My husband and I have just returned from an amazing stay at this hotel which, we learned, has only been open a few months. We had actually only planned to stay for one night but we ended up staying for three. I think this says it all about how much we enjoyed ourselves!

We first saw the Ialna Hotel just before the New Year, on our previous visit to Ioannina. We were walking through the streets inside the castle area during the evening and noticed how beautiful it looked, especially with the added attraction of Christmas lights and decorations. So we made a mental note to find out what it was like inside sometime. Luckily, we weren’t locked down this January, so I was very pleased to find a room available in the hotel for the night of our return from my husband’s annual birthday trip to Tsoumerka.

We were so delighted by the room when we first saw it that we immediately asked if we could stay an extra night. The room was lovely and clean and warm and cosy. It was on the ground floor on the street side with shuttered windows and with decoration, fixtures and fittings inside that were a pleasing combination of ancient and modern in style. There was also an unusual light feature set into the floor at the foot of the bed which reflected the stone structure of the building itself. The bed was heavenly with two pillows each, plus cushions, so we could prop ourselves up nicely in bed to read, as we love to do. Also, there were more than enough drawers, cupboards and hanging space and room to move around in comfortably despite its “boutique” dimensions. The bathroom, with power shower, was all you could ask for. While we were there, we went out for a while during the morning and then looked forward to spending our afternoons indoors just relaxing, reading and enjoying our surroundings.

On the third morning, we were sitting at breakfast and feeling very reluctant to get up to prepare to leave. After a little persuasion from me, my husband agreed that it really wasn’t absolutely necessary to go back home that day, so we hurried off to reception to see if we could stay on. Unfortunately, it wasn’t possible to keep the room we’d been in but we were able to move to another room - well, it was more of a maisonette, actually - so it felt like being in a miniature cottage. It was built n the same style as the other room, but on two levels and had a living area with kitchenette and a very realistic but decorative wood burning stove opposite a large sofa and coffee table downstairs. The bathroom - this time with the addition of hydro- massage jets - was next to the kitchenette. The equally comfortable bed was upstairs in a charming attic-like space, and you could even see the top of a snow-capped mountain through the high window up there. The staircase was specially lit, which was helpful if you wanted to go downstairs in the night. As this room was larger and more elaborate than the first, it cost a little more but we both felt it was well worth the extra to be able to prolong our stay.

In addition, the light and airy breakfast room-cum-lounge was in the courtyard and there was a wide variety of different things to eat. It certainly made a very pleasant start to our days there.

The staff in the hotel were all extremely friendly and helpful and I was very moved when they offered to send me some medicines I had left in the fridge by mistake by courier.

We would have loved to have stayed longer if we could, and it goes without saying that we hope to return there some time in the not-too-distant future.

Finally, we wish the management and staff of this new, little jewel of a hotel great success in the...

Staying at the Ialna Hotel was the highlight of our trip to Greece. We highly recommend this gem to anyone travelling to Ioannina!

Violeta is a very professional and charming host that looked after us from the minute we walked in the front door...

The hotel is an oasis located right in the middle of the old castle. There are not enough pictures that can show just how beautiful and charming this hotel is!! The beauty and charm is noticeable from the moment you approach the front door.

From the beautiful doors and windows, the wonderful lobby area, the charming stairways and hallways, to the nice decor and artwork throughout, with pleasant music softly playing throughout, this place is very captivating.

The care and attention to quality and detail when this place was put together is incredible!

The room was spacious, very inviting, and clean, with a very comfortable bed!

The courtyard and breakfast area were both very inviting and a great way to start the day. The quality of the food and the service was excellent. In fact, all of the staff were very pleasant during our entire stay.

The Wine Cellar is a charming place that you can't miss, even if you don't stay to enjoy a bottle.

We look forward to coming back in order to stay...

We’ve just returned from a wonderful stay at Ialna Boutique Hotel in Ioannina, and I can’t recommend it enough! From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional. The entire team was warm, attentive, and truly dedicated to making our stay special — with a special shout-out to Violeta, who was incredibly kind, helpful, and welcoming. Her smile and thoughtful attention made our stay even more memorable! The hotel is perfectly located i Ioannina — close to the charming old town, the lake, cafés, shops, and all the main attractions. It’s the ideal base for exploring the city and surrounding area, yet still peaceful enough to relax and unwind. The hotel is stylish, cozy, and beautifully designed. Our room was spotless, comfortable, and full of thoughtful touches. Breakfast was delicious, fresh, and beautifully served. The atmosphere throughout the hotel is intimate, calm, and inviting — exactly what you want on vacation. Everything was just perfect. We felt welcomed, cared for, and completely relaxed from start to finish. Ialna Boutique Hotel is a real gem, and we would happily return.

If you’re visiting Ioannina — whether as a couple, with family, or for a short getaway — this boutique...