Aspa Villas is a seven-room family-owned hotel with a mix of studios and traditional cave-style apartments, a friendly staff, and reasonable rates for an mid-range property that’s close to central Oia. There’s a common terrace with views of the caldera and some of the apartment patios overlook the sea. Breakfast isn’t included, but kitchenettes come stocked with basics, including bread, juice, and coffee/tea. There are also a small outdoor pool and a hot tub. Travelers looking for a larger pool with caldera views could consider Strogili Traditional Houses, which has cave-style apartments and occasionally similar rates.
Aspa Villas is a seven-room family-owned hotel with a mix of studios and traditional cave-style apartments, a friendly staff, and reasonable rates for an mid-range property that’s close to central Oia. There’s a common terrace with views of the caldera and some of the apartment patios overlook the sea. Breakfast isn’t included, but kitchenettes come stocked with basics, including bread, juice, and coffee/tea. There are also a small outdoor pool and a hot tub. Travelers looking for a larger pool with caldera views could consider Strogili Traditional Houses, which has cave-style apartments and occasionally similar rates.
Clinging onto the caldera cliffside in Oia, this charming 20-room upper-middle-range hotel enchants with its Cycladic style, personable service, and stunning location that makes for mesmerizing sunset views. A beautiful outdoor pool it's not heated) grants sweeping views over the water, as does the adjacent bar/restaurant that serves fresh Mediterranean fare. A tasty free breakfast gets great reviews and can be served directly to guests' private terraces (each room has a lovely furnished outdoor space with views). The cave-style rooms range from studios to multi-bedroom units, and feature rustic-minimalist decor. Some have perks like outdoor whirlpool tubs or plunge pools. With children under 12 discouraged, this is an ideal spot for couples. For something more suitable for kids, check out Pelagos Hotel-Oia, which has a children's pool.
Clinging onto the caldera cliffside in Oia, this charming 20-room upper-middle-range hotel enchants with its Cycladic style, personable service, and stunning location that makes for mesmerizing sunset views. A beautiful outdoor pool it's not heated) grants sweeping views over the water, as does the adjacent bar/restaurant that serves fresh Mediterranean fare. A tasty free breakfast gets great reviews and can be served directly to guests' private terraces (each room has a lovely furnished outdoor space with views). The cave-style rooms range from studios to multi-bedroom units, and feature rustic-minimalist decor. Some have perks like outdoor whirlpool tubs or plunge pools. With children under 12 discouraged, this is an ideal spot for couples. For something more suitable for kids, check out Pelagos Hotel-Oia, which has a children's pool.
There's little to not like at this quintessential, yet modern and upscale, Santorinian complex. The location of Ikies Traditional Houses is close to ideal -- perched on a tranquil cliff top with easily some the best views on the island -- and there are plenty of vantage points to enjoy it from. Rooms are spacious and very nicely finished, though some private terraces can feel a little public. Like most properties here, the pool is small, but perfectly formed. A very similar option can be found nearby at the Atrina Traditional Houses, so you might want to compare prices.
There's little to not like at this quintessential, yet modern and upscale, Santorinian complex. The location of Ikies Traditional Houses is close to ideal -- perched on a tranquil cliff top with easily some the best views on the island -- and there are plenty of vantage points to enjoy it from. Rooms are spacious and very nicely finished, though some private terraces can feel a little public. Like most properties here, the pool is small, but perfectly formed. A very similar option can be found nearby at the Atrina Traditional Houses, so you might want to compare prices.
The 17-room Santorini Secret Suites & Spa, in Oia, is a good upscale option for couples looking for a romantic getaway with postcard-worthy views of the Aegean. A lovely infinity pool and top notch restaurant serve guests well who choose to leave their rooms, but staying inside the cave-like dwellings is pretty easy, with features like private pools, in-room spa treatments, and 24-hour room service. The hotel is situated in relatively secluded Oia, though there are galleries and cafes within a five- to 10-minute walk. A steep, cliff-side location means climbing steps to get around, and only one room -- the Junior Villa -- allows children. By comparison, the Petit Palace Suites hotel is located in busier Fira and has an elevator for those with limited mobility.
The 17-room Santorini Secret Suites & Spa, in Oia, is a good upscale option for couples looking for a romantic getaway with postcard-worthy views of the Aegean. A lovely infinity pool and top notch restaurant serve guests well who choose to leave their rooms, but staying inside the cave-like dwellings is pretty easy, with features like private pools, in-room spa treatments, and 24-hour room service. The hotel is situated in relatively secluded Oia, though there are galleries and cafes within a five- to 10-minute walk. A steep, cliff-side location means climbing steps to get around, and only one room -- the Junior Villa -- allows children. By comparison, the Petit Palace Suites hotel is located in busier Fira and has an elevator for those with limited mobility.
The 20-room cliffside Perivolas is a quintessential Cycladic-style luxury hotel with an authentic atmosphere thanks to the site’s origins as centuries old cave dwelling. Converted into “houses” or suites, the rooms all have terraces with perfect views of the caldera and sunset, and access to top features including an infinity pool, restaurant, 24-hour gym, spa, and the hotel’s own day tours. Located a 15-minute walk from the center of picturesque Oia, Perivolas offers a real escape -- children are not allowed, there are no TVs, and some rooms have their own pools. Like other cliffside hotels, the grounds have lots of steps, not recommended for anyone with limited mobility. Families looking for luxury along with TVs in rooms and flatter surfaces should compare rates with Majestic Hotel in Fira.
The 20-room cliffside Perivolas is a quintessential Cycladic-style luxury hotel with an authentic atmosphere thanks to the site’s origins as centuries old cave dwelling. Converted into “houses” or suites, the rooms all have terraces with perfect views of the caldera and sunset, and access to top features including an infinity pool, restaurant, 24-hour gym, spa, and the hotel’s own day tours. Located a 15-minute walk from the center of picturesque Oia, Perivolas offers a real escape -- children are not allowed, there are no TVs, and some rooms have their own pools. Like other cliffside hotels, the grounds have lots of steps, not recommended for anyone with limited mobility. Families looking for luxury along with TVs in rooms and flatter surfaces should compare rates with Majestic Hotel in Fira.
Finikia Memories hits the hard to find sweet spots of a convenient location, excellent features, and low rates. The three-pearl hotel is located overlooking the traditional village of Finikia, about a 10-minute walk from Oia's promenade and Caldera views. The 24 rooms are more spacious than anything you'll find in Oia at this price range, and feature kettles and furnished outdoor spaces. The free breakfast spread includes high quality pastries and freshly squeezed juice, and guests can order hot a la carte items. Lunch and dinner are served indoors or on a gorgeous pergola-covered terrace. The kidney-shaped pool is surrounded by sun loungers and a whirlpool. Downsides include non-existent Wi-Fi in the rooms and steep steps to the pool and restaurant. For Caldera views and private whirlpool tubs, check rates at Aris Caves.
Finikia Memories hits the hard to find sweet spots of a convenient location, excellent features, and low rates. The three-pearl hotel is located overlooking the traditional village of Finikia, about a 10-minute walk from Oia's promenade and Caldera views. The 24 rooms are more spacious than anything you'll find in Oia at this price range, and feature kettles and furnished outdoor spaces. The free breakfast spread includes high quality pastries and freshly squeezed juice, and guests can order hot a la carte items. Lunch and dinner are served indoors or on a gorgeous pergola-covered terrace. The kidney-shaped pool is surrounded by sun loungers and a whirlpool. Downsides include non-existent Wi-Fi in the rooms and steep steps to the pool and restaurant. For Caldera views and private whirlpool tubs, check rates at Aris Caves.