Gythion Bay Campsite restaurant.
Ma blonde and I, looked forward immensely to returning to this campsite. We were here two years ago and we ate at the restaurant often, even though I like to cook with my mobile kitchen next to our camping car! More of that later. Lorgos (we called him Giorgio...much easier to pronounce!) received us at the restaurant as old friends where we were invited to scan a QR code on the table to access the daily menu along with their Greek classics available everyday, for example Greek salad, saganaki, grilled feta, moussaka, taramasalata, and bouyiordi to name but a few! Their daily specials were always innovative. The souvlaki of octopus with caramelised red onions fried capers on a puree of fava beans was divine as was the beetroot risotto topped with crumbled feta, crushed nuts and diced green apple.
A couple of years ago we came here for one night and we stayed for fifteen. The warm reception by Petra a senior receptionist made us feel at home immediately. We are lucky to become friendly with the polyglot proprietor Iliana. Since then, we have returned a total of four times. Last spring we stayed for two months and promised to return this autumn, we are now here, and we aim to stay until end of October when the camping closes for the winter.
Situated in southeast Peloponnese, on the 5km long sandy beach of Mavrovouni. It is a self-sufficient universe completely immersed in the spirit of “philoxenia” which literally translates to "friend to the stranger" or "love of the stranger," derived from the Greek words philos (love/friend) and xenos (stranger/guest). While commonly translated as "hospitality," it represents a much deeper cultural and moral code than the translation implies. It is a core meaning and tradition. A Way of Life: It is a profound state of mind rooted in ancient Greek history, mythology, and religious duty, where welcoming outsiders was considered paramount.
All that it promises on its website is true; There is shade from the olive trees and a calm vibe everywhere including the Turtle Beach of which there is easy access, which is part of the Lakonikos Gulf, of the Mediterranean Sea all water sports are possible.
The bar and Restaurant are well equipped and staffed, menus change daily alongside classical Greek dishes all using ingredients of the locality. Prices are very reasonable when compared to mainland Europe. There is also a minimarket which supplies most daily requirements and more.
From an ecological point of view all boxes are ticked solar powered and immaculate sanitary facilities and strict recycling protocols.
This is the place to come to feel completely at home!