Gold Suites is an upscale boutique hotel that accomplishes a major Santorini feat: it provides both incredible Caldera and Aegean Sea views, and easy access to the front door. The hotel's entrance is just a few yards from Imerovigli's main village square, where there are a handful of restaurants and a large free parking lot, and the back end of the hotel drops down to the sea. This means that guests don't have to trek and climb stairs, a major source of frustration in competing hotels. The 14 elegant suites include thoughtful touches like rainfall showers and espresso makers; some have private pools. Features include a gorgeous communal pool with epic views, free breakfast delivered to rooms, and a chic restaurant with customized menus. For something in the tourist haven of Oia, check rates at Santorini Secret Suites & Spa, but expect to tackle stairs.
Gold Suites is an upscale boutique hotel that accomplishes a major Santorini feat: it provides both incredible Caldera and Aegean Sea views, and easy access to the front door. The hotel's entrance is just a few yards from Imerovigli's main village square, where there are a handful of restaurants and a large free parking lot, and the back end of the hotel drops down to the sea. This means that guests don't have to trek and climb stairs, a major source of frustration in competing hotels. The 14 elegant suites include thoughtful touches like rainfall showers and espresso makers; some have private pools. Features include a gorgeous communal pool with epic views, free breakfast delivered to rooms, and a chic restaurant with customized menus. For something in the tourist haven of Oia, check rates at Santorini Secret Suites & Spa, but expect to tackle stairs.
Iliovasilema Suites is an upscale hotel set on the highest point of the caldera cliff face in the quiet Santorini village of Imerovigli. The hotel's whitewashed exterior and cobblestone pathway blend in perfectly with the Cycladic architecture of the island. The 19 rooms and suites are designed to resemble caves built into the cliff face. They feature modern decor and luxury touches -- some have private hot tubs and plunge pools, and all provide exceptional sea views. The snack bar, outdoor pool, sun terrace, welcome bottle of wine, and simple breakfasts delivered to private terraces all contribute to the upscale atmosphere. Travelers might want to compare rates with the nearby Andromeda Villas, which has a larger pool and full restaurant.
Iliovasilema Suites is an upscale hotel set on the highest point of the caldera cliff face in the quiet Santorini village of Imerovigli. The hotel's whitewashed exterior and cobblestone pathway blend in perfectly with the Cycladic architecture of the island. The 19 rooms and suites are designed to resemble caves built into the cliff face. They feature modern decor and luxury touches -- some have private hot tubs and plunge pools, and all provide exceptional sea views. The snack bar, outdoor pool, sun terrace, welcome bottle of wine, and simple breakfasts delivered to private terraces all contribute to the upscale atmosphere. Travelers might want to compare rates with the nearby Andromeda Villas, which has a larger pool and full restaurant.
Above Blue Suites is an excellent four-pearl choice in the quiet and scenic village of Imerovigli. The village has the same stunning caldera and Aegean Sea views as neighboring Fira (a 20-minute walk) and popular Oia (a 20-minute drive), but Imerovigli is one of the quieter spots on the cliffs. The boutique hotel offers 10 individually decorated cave-style suites and all have private or semi-private terraces that face the water. Some upgrade to indoor or outdoor whirlpools. There's a chic pool and deck lined with sun loungers -- this is where candlelit dinners can be arranged in the evenings. Free hot breakfast is delivered to rooms every morning, which feels luxurious. As a cheaper alternative with the same views and a free continental breakfast, check rates at Prekas Apartments.
Above Blue Suites is an excellent four-pearl choice in the quiet and scenic village of Imerovigli. The village has the same stunning caldera and Aegean Sea views as neighboring Fira (a 20-minute walk) and popular Oia (a 20-minute drive), but Imerovigli is one of the quieter spots on the cliffs. The boutique hotel offers 10 individually decorated cave-style suites and all have private or semi-private terraces that face the water. Some upgrade to indoor or outdoor whirlpools. There's a chic pool and deck lined with sun loungers -- this is where candlelit dinners can be arranged in the evenings. Free hot breakfast is delivered to rooms every morning, which feels luxurious. As a cheaper alternative with the same views and a free continental breakfast, check rates at Prekas Apartments.
The luxurious Kapari Natural Resort is undoubtedly one of the more beautiful Cycladic-style properties in Imerovigli -- or even the island. Cream-colored rooms are sophisticated and minimalist, with built-in furniture, and many have big indoor hot tubs. An on-site restaurant also impresses with excellent food and wine, and 24-hour room service is a nice touch. The lack of a private terrace in some rooms might disappoint -- as might the tiny pool. For a similarly chic vibe with decent-size pool, check out Honeymoon Petra Villas nearby.
The luxurious Kapari Natural Resort is undoubtedly one of the more beautiful Cycladic-style properties in Imerovigli -- or even the island. Cream-colored rooms are sophisticated and minimalist, with built-in furniture, and many have big indoor hot tubs. An on-site restaurant also impresses with excellent food and wine, and 24-hour room service is a nice touch. The lack of a private terrace in some rooms might disappoint -- as might the tiny pool. For a similarly chic vibe with decent-size pool, check out Honeymoon Petra Villas nearby.
Located in the village of Imerovigli -- an area known for spectacular sunsets -- and built along a caldera rim, the upscale Santorini Princess has loads of outdoor seating for soaking up the scene. The hotel’s 22 spotless apartment-style suites are spacious and comfortable, and most afford superb views from private terraces. With an outdoor pool, bar, lounge, and cafe, as well as an on-site restaurant and spa, guests never need leave the hotel’s isolated location. However, multiple stairs and no elevators are a problem for those with mobility issues, and guests seeking a popping nightlife are better off checking out places directly in town like Dreams Luxury Suites.
Located in the village of Imerovigli -- an area known for spectacular sunsets -- and built along a caldera rim, the upscale Santorini Princess has loads of outdoor seating for soaking up the scene. The hotel’s 22 spotless apartment-style suites are spacious and comfortable, and most afford superb views from private terraces. With an outdoor pool, bar, lounge, and cafe, as well as an on-site restaurant and spa, guests never need leave the hotel’s isolated location. However, multiple stairs and no elevators are a problem for those with mobility issues, and guests seeking a popping nightlife are better off checking out places directly in town like Dreams Luxury Suites.
The three-pearl Andromeda Villas is a simple hotel with decent features, though the star of the show is the location. Situated on the edge of Imerovigli, it's away from the busier tourist resorts on the caldera, but still has stunning sea views. The 48 rooms have a basic, bright look, and all feature sea-facing terraces, some with outdoor hot tubs. Its main pool is larger than other hotels nearby, and a new spa is opening for the 2017 season. Seasonal, Greek fare is available by the pool and in the restaurant. Elevator access is a plus and not common for Santorini, though the hotel still has steps throughout the grounds. Travelers looking for similar features but a more intimate experience could consider the Hotel Ira instead, which is in Firostefani.
The three-pearl Andromeda Villas is a simple hotel with decent features, though the star of the show is the location. Situated on the edge of Imerovigli, it's away from the busier tourist resorts on the caldera, but still has stunning sea views. The 48 rooms have a basic, bright look, and all feature sea-facing terraces, some with outdoor hot tubs. Its main pool is larger than other hotels nearby, and a new spa is opening for the 2017 season. Seasonal, Greek fare is available by the pool and in the restaurant. Elevator access is a plus and not common for Santorini, though the hotel still has steps throughout the grounds. Travelers looking for similar features but a more intimate experience could consider the Hotel Ira instead, which is in Firostefani.
Aeolos Studios & Suites is a three-pearl boutique hotel perched Caldera cliffside in the picturesque and walkable village of Imerovigli. Due to the many steps and cliff drops, kids aren't allowed at the property, which mostly consists of nine guest rooms and a small outdoor pool. Cycladic-style rooms are individually decorated and both views and layouts vary, but all units include an indoor whirlpool tub. Some rooms feature an outdoor whirlpool as well. Perks include a free breakfast with Greek pastries, free Wi-Fi, and hands-on staff. The nearby Astra Suites is a similar property but it has the added benefit of a heated infinity-edge pool.
Aeolos Studios & Suites is a three-pearl boutique hotel perched Caldera cliffside in the picturesque and walkable village of Imerovigli. Due to the many steps and cliff drops, kids aren't allowed at the property, which mostly consists of nine guest rooms and a small outdoor pool. Cycladic-style rooms are individually decorated and both views and layouts vary, but all units include an indoor whirlpool tub. Some rooms feature an outdoor whirlpool as well. Perks include a free breakfast with Greek pastries, free Wi-Fi, and hands-on staff. The nearby Astra Suites is a similar property but it has the added benefit of a heated infinity-edge pool.
The three-pearl, family-run Merovigliosso Apartments offers a good value in the Imerovigli part of Santorini. Low rates set it apart from steeply priced competitors, although bargain prices here mean compromising on not-quite-perfect views. Vistas are still great from some of the hotel's seven rooms and apartments, where decor is either cozy or chic, and excellent amenities include flat-screen TVs, kitchenettes, and furnished outdoor spaces. Don't expect huge pools or heart-stopping views here, but sunsets are beautiful from a quaint terrace with a plunge pool, and terrace or in-room breakfasts are free. Caldera views and features are more impressive at the Andromeda Villas, but prices are higher.
The three-pearl, family-run Merovigliosso Apartments offers a good value in the Imerovigli part of Santorini. Low rates set it apart from steeply priced competitors, although bargain prices here mean compromising on not-quite-perfect views. Vistas are still great from some of the hotel's seven rooms and apartments, where decor is either cozy or chic, and excellent amenities include flat-screen TVs, kitchenettes, and furnished outdoor spaces. Don't expect huge pools or heart-stopping views here, but sunsets are beautiful from a quaint terrace with a plunge pool, and terrace or in-room breakfasts are free. Caldera views and features are more impressive at the Andromeda Villas, but prices are higher.
