The Olive Press Hotel occupies a converted stone olive press building right at the water's edge below Molyvos village, with rooms looking out over the Aegean and the Turkish coast. The stone-and-timber interior retains original press machinery as decor. A short walk down from the village centre and castle.
Room types
- Standard Room
- Sea View Room
- Family Room
Amenities
- sea view
- wifi
- bar
- breakfast
- beach access
Location
Molyvos, 81108 Lesbos
39.3741, 26.1823 View on map
Highlights
- Converted historic olive press building
- Direct sea view and coastal access
- Retained original press machinery as interior decor
- Below Molyvos village castle
Tips for visiting
- Ask for a sea-facing room — the views to Turkey are extraordinary at sunrise
- The hotel bar on the waterside terrace is an excellent sunset spot
When to visit
May to October
Accessibility
Ground floor rooms available; waterside access is flat
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Frequently asked questions
What is special about the Olive Press Hotel's building?
The hotel occupies a converted historic olive press at the water's edge below Molyvos village. Original press machinery — stone wheels and wooden press beams — is retained as interior decor, giving the property a distinctive industrial-heritage atmosphere.
How far is the hotel from Molyvos village centre?
The hotel is at the base of the hill below the village, a short uphill walk of around 10 minutes to the main tavernas and the castle entrance. Sensible footwear is advised for the steep cobbled lanes.
Can guests see Turkey from the hotel?
Yes, the Aegean coast of Turkey is clearly visible from sea-facing rooms and the waterside terrace, as the Turkish shore is just 12–15 km across the strait from this part of Lesbos.
Is there a beach directly at the Olive Press Hotel?
The hotel sits right at the sea's edge with a small pebbly shoreline immediately accessible. For a larger beach, Molyvos main beach is a 5-minute walk north of the hotel along the coastal path.