Hotel Golden Star is a good budget choice for travelers who value low rates and a walkable location over chic rooms and caldera views. Since it's located on the outskirts of Fira (down the hill from the caldera) there's more space in the 24 rooms and by the pool than what you'll find on the crowded cliffs. Rooms come with air-conditioning, outdoor spaces, and mini-fridges, but many of the units are dated and showers are tiny. The swimming pool and sun deck are the best feature apart from the location, since breakfast is a super simple buffet of mostly cold items and it costs extra. There's an indoor bar, but it doesn't seem to get much use. For an affordable option on the caldera, check rates at Prekas Apartment in Imerovigli -- but expect a smaller pool.
Hotel Golden Star is a good budget choice for travelers who value low rates and a walkable location over chic rooms and caldera views. Since it's located on the outskirts of Fira (down the hill from the caldera) there's more space in the 24 rooms and by the pool than what you'll find on the crowded cliffs. Rooms come with air-conditioning, outdoor spaces, and mini-fridges, but many of the units are dated and showers are tiny. The swimming pool and sun deck are the best feature apart from the location, since breakfast is a super simple buffet of mostly cold items and it costs extra. There's an indoor bar, but it doesn't seem to get much use. For an affordable option on the caldera, check rates at Prekas Apartment in Imerovigli -- but expect a smaller pool.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Nefeles Suites Hotel is one of many Fira hotels situated along the cliff facing the Aegean Sea and caldera. Housed on several levels with fairly steep stairs, the seven-room hotel features a long and narrow outdoor pool, and a seasonal rooftop hot tub. Views across the caldera are generally stunning from the hotel's outdoor spaces. Most of the seven suites are spacious, though a bit old-fashioned, and all come with marble bathrooms, mini-fridges, and private balconies or terraces with sea views. The free breakfast buffet includes a number of options and fresh juice. Travelers seeking a more conventional hotel with bigger swimming pool and location closer to the Fira main square might consider the Loucas Hotel instead.
The two-and-a-half-pearl Nefeles Suites Hotel is one of many Fira hotels situated along the cliff facing the Aegean Sea and caldera. Housed on several levels with fairly steep stairs, the seven-room hotel features a long and narrow outdoor pool, and a seasonal rooftop hot tub. Views across the caldera are generally stunning from the hotel's outdoor spaces. Most of the seven suites are spacious, though a bit old-fashioned, and all come with marble bathrooms, mini-fridges, and private balconies or terraces with sea views. The free breakfast buffet includes a number of options and fresh juice. Travelers seeking a more conventional hotel with bigger swimming pool and location closer to the Fira main square might consider the Loucas Hotel instead.
Lilium Villas Santorini is a medium-sized luxury boutique property facing the caldera side of the Aegean Sea on the island of Santorini. Prices can be high but breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, and a shuttle service to the town of Fira are included. There's a gorgeous swimming pool with a nearby kids' pool that doesn't get much use and an on-site spa, but no fitness center. The rooms are spacious and airy but not as stunning as the well-designed restaurant and lounge area. Sunset views of the caldera are a major selling point, though you'll need a car or shuttle service to explore the rest of the island as the hotel is off the beaten path. Overall, it's a great option for a luxe romantic getaway for couples who don't require a ton of amenities.
Lilium Villas Santorini is a medium-sized luxury boutique property facing the caldera side of the Aegean Sea on the island of Santorini. Prices can be high but breakfast, Wi-Fi, parking, and a shuttle service to the town of Fira are included. There's a gorgeous swimming pool with a nearby kids' pool that doesn't get much use and an on-site spa, but no fitness center. The rooms are spacious and airy but not as stunning as the well-designed restaurant and lounge area. Sunset views of the caldera are a major selling point, though you'll need a car or shuttle service to explore the rest of the island as the hotel is off the beaten path. Overall, it's a great option for a luxe romantic getaway for couples who don't require a ton of amenities.
Celestia Grand Villas is a high-end villa complex located on a cliff top just south of Fira town. As a villa-only property there's little in the way of common space, though all seven units feel super-secluded with large terraces and private pools overlooking the iconic caldera. An on-site chef provides in-villa dining throughout the day, as well as alfresco candlelit dinners, though there's nowhere else to eat within walking distance. Those who'd prefer to be a little nearer the action should check out Aria Suites close to Fira center, but for those seeking luxury and privacy with minimum distractions, this place could be just perfect.
Celestia Grand Villas is a high-end villa complex located on a cliff top just south of Fira town. As a villa-only property there's little in the way of common space, though all seven units feel super-secluded with large terraces and private pools overlooking the iconic caldera. An on-site chef provides in-villa dining throughout the day, as well as alfresco candlelit dinners, though there's nowhere else to eat within walking distance. Those who'd prefer to be a little nearer the action should check out Aria Suites close to Fira center, but for those seeking luxury and privacy with minimum distractions, this place could be just perfect.
The 23-room Petit Palace Suites Hotel really delivers when it comes to views -- there are stunning sea and caldera vistas from immaculately finished, traditionally styled terraces. There's no getting away from the incredible outlook: the swimming pool, restaurant, and lounge bar are all overlooking the Aegean. Rooms too feature private sea-view terraces, some with their own pool or hot tub. Some suites are a little simple in the decor department for an upscale property, but in-room amenities are ample. Location may feel a little secluded for some, so to be nearer to town check out the similarly priced Aressana Spa Hotel and Suites.
The 23-room Petit Palace Suites Hotel really delivers when it comes to views -- there are stunning sea and caldera vistas from immaculately finished, traditionally styled terraces. There's no getting away from the incredible outlook: the swimming pool, restaurant, and lounge bar are all overlooking the Aegean. Rooms too feature private sea-view terraces, some with their own pool or hot tub. Some suites are a little simple in the decor department for an upscale property, but in-room amenities are ample. Location may feel a little secluded for some, so to be nearer to town check out the similarly priced Aressana Spa Hotel and Suites.
Aria Suites comprises just six high-end villas set on one of the highest points just outside the center of Fira, on the west coast of Santorini. The setting not only takes full advantage of the specular views, but it also feels secluded while being a short walk from the touristic hub. Super-attentive yet unobtrusive service is a real highlight, while the villas' high-end amenities and Champagne breakfasts are also outstanding. Being popular with families means excitable kids might occasionally spoil the peace, especially at the pool, though otherwise couples will find it one of the most relaxing and well-serviced places in the area to spend a romantic vacation.
Aria Suites comprises just six high-end villas set on one of the highest points just outside the center of Fira, on the west coast of Santorini. The setting not only takes full advantage of the specular views, but it also feels secluded while being a short walk from the touristic hub. Super-attentive yet unobtrusive service is a real highlight, while the villas' high-end amenities and Champagne breakfasts are also outstanding. Being popular with families means excitable kids might occasionally spoil the peace, especially at the pool, though otherwise couples will find it one of the most relaxing and well-serviced places in the area to spend a romantic vacation.
The Hotel Kavalari is a two-pearl property in the center of bustling Fira, with easy access to shops and restaurants. Its grounds are attractive, and the garden atmosphere is a nice contrast to many modern minimalist properties nearby. Its 19 simple rooms all have outdoor terraces with fantastic caldera views, though some of the bathrooms could do with renovating and the furniture is tired. It doesn't have a pool or a restaurant, but if you're not bothered about swimming -- or are happy to use the free public pool in Oia up the road -- it offers a pleasant, chilled place to stay. There are also plenty of eateries within easy reach. If a pool is deal-breaker, a look at nearby Atlantis Hotel may be worthwhile.
The Hotel Kavalari is a two-pearl property in the center of bustling Fira, with easy access to shops and restaurants. Its grounds are attractive, and the garden atmosphere is a nice contrast to many modern minimalist properties nearby. Its 19 simple rooms all have outdoor terraces with fantastic caldera views, though some of the bathrooms could do with renovating and the furniture is tired. It doesn't have a pool or a restaurant, but if you're not bothered about swimming -- or are happy to use the free public pool in Oia up the road -- it offers a pleasant, chilled place to stay. There are also plenty of eateries within easy reach. If a pool is deal-breaker, a look at nearby Atlantis Hotel may be worthwhile.
