Beachfront property with a relaxed vibe at a budget-friendly rate
Good service at this family-owned hotel in northern Kamari
Delicious free breakfast buffet available poolside
Simple, pleasant rooms offer AC, mini-fridges, and outdoor spaces
Fresh bathrooms have rainfall showerheads
Within walking distance of restaurants, a grocery store, and entertainment
Wi-Fi is free in common areas and some rooms
Rooms lack TVs, and kettles are not always provided
Sunbeds aren’t available on the beach (can be rented elsewhere)
No on-site restaurant
The 21-room Boathouse Hotel offers a great value for guests visiting Santorini’s southeastern coast. Modest decor and simple rooms are offset by the beachfront location and a relaxing pool deck with a bar. There’ are also a delicious free breakfast buffet served poolside and free Wi-Fi in some areas of the hotel. All rooms have mini-fridges, AC, and furnished balconies or terraces, but TVs aren't provided. An active nightlife and lively beach scene are a short walk away, but those looking to be right in the action should check out Kamari Beach Hotel, sitting directly on the popular shopping promenade in central Kamari.
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Scene
Affordable, unfussy hotel with an easygoing feel and relaxing outdoor spaces
The Boathouse Hotel is a modest, family-run property with a laid-back vibe and friendly service. The building is on the coastal road along Kamari’s popular beach scene, and offers a great value for the price. It has the iconic Cycladic look -- a white, blocky building with blue trim -- and flowers and trees help to create a lovely, relaxing atmosphere. The lobby is a simple affair, with ivory tile floors and walls, and accents in shades of blue. Furniture is basic, including a work desk for reception and a daybed with a throw, plus many vases and curios adorning the space. As its name suggests, maritime decorations fill the space. Couples are drawn here for affordable rooms with easy access to Kamari’s sites and best eateries, though larger suites attract families as well.
Location
On the beach in northern Kamari, a 20-minute drive from Santorini’s capital city
This hotel sits on the northern end of Kamari’s coastline on the Greek island of Santorini. The area is mostly hotels, but there are several good restaurants and a supermarket within a three-minute walk. A three-minute walk down the beach brings guests to Kamari’s main drag where there’s a long string of restaurants and shops, plus access to a lively nightlife at one of many bars in the area. The open-air cinema is a nice spot to catch an evening movie, a 13-minute walk from the hotel. It is a seven-minute walk to the nearest bus stop.
It is a 15-minute drive to the parking area for Ancient Thera, and then a 15-minute walk up the cliffside, but the mountaintop ruins and spectacular view are considered worth the trip. A 20-minute drive from the hotel is Fira, the capital city of Santorini and another must-see spot for its spectacular views of the caldera, particularly at sunset. Santorini Airport is a 10-minute drive from the hotel, and the port is 25 minutes away.
Rooms
Modest rooms with simple design and outdoor spaces, but no TVs
Rooms are modestly decorated with beige walls and tile floors and a couple of sailboat paintings on the walls. The wood headboards, desks, and nightstands are traditional, but well cared for, and there are either large wardrobes or built-in closets, depending on the room. Exposed stone walls and niches with stone borders add interest to the spaces. Each room has a furnished balcony or terrace, some of which have sea views. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, mini-fridges, and safes, but no TVs. Kettles can be provided on request. Upgrades include options for suites with sitting areas or adjoining rooms with private gardens. Bathrooms are tasteful and modern, featuring vessel sinks, spacious walk-in showers with rainfall showerheads, hairdryers, and free toiletries consisting of soap and shower gel. Unfortunately, free WI-Fi does not reach all rooms.
Features
Free breakfast buffet, beautiful pool, and direct beach access
This simple hotel adds appeal with a few nice extras for the price. A delicious free breakfast buffet is available poolside at pleasant tables under straw umbrellas, but there is no restaurant on-site for lunch or dinner. Fortunately, man excellent restaurants are nearby. The pool is large, set on a terra-cotta patio and surrounded by palm trees and wood loungers covered in taupe linens. In the afternoon and evening, the breakfast area becomes the pool bar. The adjacent pebbly beach is uncluttered with beach chairs or umbrellas, which provides a lovely view, but lacks a place to sunbathe in front of the waves. Wi-Fi is free in common areas and some rooms.
