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Elicriso Resort & Spa Karpenisi

  • Price€100–€220 (~$110–$242) per night
  • CategoryMid Range
  • Rating★ 4.6

Elicriso Resort & Spa sits in wooded terrain outside Karpenisi, the main town and administrative capital of Evrytania prefecture, at the Korischades area on the town's outskirts at approximately 960 metres altitude. Karpenisi is the principal mountain resort destination in the Agrafa range of Central Greece, known for skiing at the Velouchio ski centre (roughly 20 km from town), white-water rafting and kayaking on the Karpenisiotis and Achelous rivers, and hiking in the Evrytania forest reserves.

Elicriso Resort & Spa Karpenisi

Elicriso Resort & Spa sits in wooded terrain outside Karpenisi, the main town and administrative capital of Evrytania prefecture, at the Korischades area on the town's outskirts at approximately 960 metres altitude. Karpenisi is the principal mountain resort destination in the Agrafa range of Central Greece, known for skiing at the Velouchio ski centre (roughly 20 km from town), white-water rafting and kayaking on the Karpenisiotis and Achelous rivers, and hiking in the Evrytania forest reserves. Athens is approximately 230 kilometres south via the Makrakomi junction on the E65 motorway.

The resort occupies a forested hillside above the valley, with forest views visible from most public and guest areas. The architecture blends regional stone and timber construction with resort-scale facilities: a glassed indoor pool wing, a separate spa building, and bungalow-style family accommodation distributed among the trees. The property opened in the 2000s and has since established itself as the anchor upscale property for the Karpenisi leisure market, drawing a mix of Athenian families, hiking groups, and couples seeking mountain wellness breaks.

Classic, Superior Forest View, Family Bungalow, and Suite room categories are available. Family Bungalows are detached or semi-detached units with additional floor space and direct garden access, suited to groups travelling with children. Superior Forest View rooms are the recommended choice for couples. An indoor heated pool operates year-round, supplemented by a hydrotherapy suite and sauna available to all guests. A separate spa building offers massage, facial, and body treatment menus.

The main restaurant serves Greek mountain cuisine: grilled meats, game stews, river trout, and seasonal vegetable preparations drawing on local Evrytanian produce. The bar doubles as a social lounge. Breakfast is buffet-style and included in most rate plans.

A children's play area in the garden makes the property practical for families. The concierge team organises ski transfers to Velouchio, white-water rafting bookings on the Achelous, and guided forest walks. Elicriso is one of the larger family-oriented mountain resort properties in mainland Greece outside the principal ski regions.

Room types

  • Classic
  • Superior Forest View
  • Family Bungalow
  • Suite

Amenities

  • Indoor pool
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Forest views
  • Sauna
  • Children's play area

Location

Korischades, Karpenisi 36100, Evrytania, Greece

38.9210, 21.7920 View on map

Highlights

  • Indoor heated pool and full spa open year-round in a forested mountain setting above Karpenisi
  • Family Bungalows with direct garden access — well-suited to families with children
  • Greek mountain restaurant featuring local Evrytanian produce, game, and river trout
  • Concierge-organised activities: ski transfers, white-water rafting on the Achelous, and guided forest walks

Tips for visiting

  • Family Bungalows offer the most privacy and outdoor space — recommended over standard rooms for groups with young children
  • The Velouchio ski centre (20 km) has a shorter season than Parnassos; check snow conditions before planning a dedicated ski trip
  • White-water rafting on the Achelous and Karpenisiotis rivers is at its best in March–May when snowmelt raises river levels
  • The indoor pool is a major advantage in winter; confirm it is operational before arrival if that is a key amenity

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