Kamari 84700 Greece, Kamari, Greece | (888) 399-9863
Less than 300 feet from the black sands of Kamari
Modern and stylish grounds
Clean rooms with semi-private veranda views
Delicious continental breakfast
Free Wi-Fi and off-site public parking
No on-site restaurant or room service
Extra fee for breakfast
Rooms are a bit cramped and feel slightly outdated
This budget boutique hotel has under 20 rooms and is a great base for people wanting to spend their days on Kamari’s black sand beach. Chez Sophie’s edge-of-town location and lack of proper restaurant may not float everyone’s boat, but being located just off the beach is hard to beat. Interior space is minimal, which can lead to a cramped feeling, especially during peak season. The small outdoor pool and delicious breakfast are two highlights.
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Scene
Beautiful grounds with a contemporary, rustic vibe
Chez Sophie has a design slightly reminiscent of the area’s traditional architecture, and upon arrival, guests are greeted with a red and charcoal stoned wall surrounding the hotel. The building’s exterior is painted a warm-toned taupe with outlines of white. Marble stairs lead to a tiled veranda and a built-in archway is adorned with an anchor, the first hint of a slightly nautical theme throughout the property. The sand and stone scheme is complemented by accents of natural wood and occasional pops of green from garden plants. Inside, the reception is marked by a white-washed brick desk, and the lobby has marble tile floors and leather furniture, with a few tables and chairs comprising the breakfast room and bar. It all feels a bit cramped, especially during the overlap of breakfast and checkout hours, but it mostly works.
Location
Quiet location in a bustling city, across the road from Kamari Beach
Chez Sophie is located on the edge of Kamari Village, away from the main buzz of town, but within minutes by foot from the village’s black sand beaches. Nestled off the street behind a stone wall and simple sign, some people have had trouble finding the hotel -- including us! Since typical island attractions are anywhere from 20-50 minutes away by car, the hotel’s not ideal for anyone aiming to do a lot of sightseeing, but it does have a prime location for a quiet Santorini beach holiday.
Rooms
Basic, dated rooms, but fine for the price
The rooms at Chez Sophie’s are basic and dated, with motel-style bedding, tube TVs, and simple wood furniture. The decor doesn’t affect room comfort, but seems out of place when compared to the rest of the hotel. It should also be noted that some beds are paired singles and not doubles. All rooms come with satellite TV, AC, mini-fridges, semi-private verandas with either mountain or sea views, and contemporary, spotless bathrooms.
Features
Outdoor swimming pool and an interior bar; crowded communal spaces
Chez Sophie’s main feature is its proximity to the beach and the noted exemplary hospitality of its owners. An immaculately clean, bean-shaped pool occupies the back of the property, but there are otherwise minimal places to lounge. While there’s no on-site restaurant, outside eateries are nearby. The hotel also offers a deluxe continental breakfast (for a fee) that can be eaten on the semi-private verandas. The lobby bar is small and is best used as a base for taking cocktails outside and admiring the view. Free Wi-Fi is available and free public parking is just down the road.
