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If you've had your fill of the rat race and are running away to Achaea, consider selecting a hip place to stay within a 10-kilometre distance of Rio. lastminute.co.nz has a range of options.

If you are wanting to book a hotel that is just a short stroll from central Rio, the Airotel Achaia Beach and Porto Rio Hotel Casino are perfect.

The Harmony Hotel Apartments can be found 20 kilometres away from the heart of Rio. Another option is the Nafs Hotel, which is situated 11 kilometres away. The Arxontiko Pepos, as well as the Byzantino Hotel Patras, are other alternative accommodation options around Rio.

After you've cruised Rio for a while, spread your wings and explore Greek Mainland's other offerings. Explore the castles in Greek Mainland. Lovers of the great outdoors can also take the time to enjoy its beaches, coastal plains, rivers and lakes. Energetic visitors can try snowboarding, skiing and mountain biking here.

It's well known that Australians know how to relax, so consider staying a little longer and check out the University of Patras and Rio-Antirio Bridge, which you'll find in Patras, 6 kilometres to the south of Rio. Should you wish to visit Patras, check out the Maison Grecque and Konstantinos Palaiologos Hotel. Alternatively, you could stay in Aigialeia, 40 kilometres to the southeast of Rio, where you can choose from the Chris Paul Hotel and Hotel Panorama. If you're staying in Aigialeia, set aside a little time to check out the Vouraikos Gorge and Diakofto Train Monument.

Australia has some of the world's greatest sports lovers, so why not indulge with a visit to Kostas Davourlis Stadium? Reach Kostas Davourlis Stadium 5 kilometres to the southwest of Rio. Want to stay near the action? The Byzantino Hotel Patras and the Maison Grecque could both be perfect.

If you're transiting into or out of Zakynthos International Airport and want to stay nearby, try the Paliopigado Villas or the Best Western Zante Park Hotel.