Anemomilos Hotel Apartments is an excellent mid-range pick for travelers who are okay with trading in Caldera views for extra space and lower rates in the tourist-heavy village of Oia. The hotel is located across the road from Oia's pedestrian path and Caldera, bringing fast access to the sunset views, restaurants, and souvenir shops, without having to wake up to hordes of tourists. As of 2017 there were 31 rooms, but renovations will bring the number down to 23. Most units include kitchenettes and some are lofted for families. Features include a Greek restaurant with local wines, large and private outdoor pool, and a free parking lot (super rare in Oia). For those who must have direct Caldera views, check rates at Aris Caves (some rooms have kitchens, too).
Anemomilos Hotel Apartments is an excellent mid-range pick for travelers who are okay with trading in Caldera views for extra space and lower rates in the tourist-heavy village of Oia. The hotel is located across the road from Oia's pedestrian path and Caldera, bringing fast access to the sunset views, restaurants, and souvenir shops, without having to wake up to hordes of tourists. As of 2017 there were 31 rooms, but renovations will bring the number down to 23. Most units include kitchenettes and some are lofted for families. Features include a Greek restaurant with local wines, large and private outdoor pool, and a free parking lot (super rare in Oia). For those who must have direct Caldera views, check rates at Aris Caves (some rooms have kitchens, too).
A lovely boutique property, Pezoules is set into Oia's lower caldera cliffs, giving guests sweeping views of the Aegean. With only six rooms -- many designed in a cave-like style -- it is a small, quiet, and personal property ideal for couples. Rooms mimic the hotel's chic blend of traditional architecture and minimalism and feature ergonomic Dimstel mattresses. Slim on the features but with more than the nearby Aris Caves, this property has a small infinity pool with an even smaller deck and a tiny pool bar serving snacks and drinks. The experience is best suited for travelers who want to explore the surrounding area but come back to a quiet room, and overall this is a gorgeous property with upscale rooms and an authentic Greek island vibe.
A lovely boutique property, Pezoules is set into Oia's lower caldera cliffs, giving guests sweeping views of the Aegean. With only six rooms -- many designed in a cave-like style -- it is a small, quiet, and personal property ideal for couples. Rooms mimic the hotel's chic blend of traditional architecture and minimalism and feature ergonomic Dimstel mattresses. Slim on the features but with more than the nearby Aris Caves, this property has a small infinity pool with an even smaller deck and a tiny pool bar serving snacks and drinks. The experience is best suited for travelers who want to explore the surrounding area but come back to a quiet room, and overall this is a gorgeous property with upscale rooms and an authentic Greek island vibe.
Mystique Luxury Collection Hotel is a five-pearl chain hotel situated on a cliff face in Oia. Though luxury hotels are a common find in Santorini, this property stands out for showcasing the most spectacular views of the Aegean Sea, alongside a central location with easy access to the Oia main street. The traditional cave-style villas and suites feature hot tubs and private terraces -- some rooms even include a private fitness room and plunge pool. The outdoor sundeck features a chic infinity pool and a bar. There are two on-site restaurants (Greek and Japanese) and a 150-year-old wine cellar. Asian-inspired treatments are provided at the spa. Canaves Oia Hotel is almost as luxurious and has a slightly lower price tag.
Mystique Luxury Collection Hotel is a five-pearl chain hotel situated on a cliff face in Oia. Though luxury hotels are a common find in Santorini, this property stands out for showcasing the most spectacular views of the Aegean Sea, alongside a central location with easy access to the Oia main street. The traditional cave-style villas and suites feature hot tubs and private terraces -- some rooms even include a private fitness room and plunge pool. The outdoor sundeck features a chic infinity pool and a bar. There are two on-site restaurants (Greek and Japanese) and a 150-year-old wine cellar. Asian-inspired treatments are provided at the spa. Canaves Oia Hotel is almost as luxurious and has a slightly lower price tag.
The 16-room Fanari Villas is an attractive, Cycladic-style cliff-top residence set in the north Santorini town of Oia -- generally considered the best spot on the island for watching the legendary sunsets. Rock-hewn suites at this upscale property are fresh and nicely finished, and all have terraces and sea views -- though some are exposed to the crowds that gather in the area at sundown. The pool and spa facilities are good, and an on-site restaurant is a bonus. While Fanari Villas certainly ticks all the boxes, for somewhere with a chicer, contemporary edge, have a look at the nearby Art Maisons Hotel.
The 16-room Fanari Villas is an attractive, Cycladic-style cliff-top residence set in the north Santorini town of Oia -- generally considered the best spot on the island for watching the legendary sunsets. Rock-hewn suites at this upscale property are fresh and nicely finished, and all have terraces and sea views -- though some are exposed to the crowds that gather in the area at sundown. The pool and spa facilities are good, and an on-site restaurant is a bonus. While Fanari Villas certainly ticks all the boxes, for somewhere with a chicer, contemporary edge, have a look at the nearby Art Maisons Hotel.
This small, family-run hotel is made up of eight attractive cave-style apartments, each with its own furnished balcony overlooking the sea. Like most hotels in Oia, it’s accessed by many stairs, but staff is on hand to help carry luggage. The mid-range property has a pretty, wood-lined pool with postcard caldera views and a poolside bar, and while lounge space is limited and unshaded, it doesn't get too crowded. A free breakfast is served in a small white room with water views, and guests can order snacks throughout the day. Rates at this low-key hotel are significantly lower than other cliffside cave-style properties, though as with most, it lacks a full-service restaurant.
This small, family-run hotel is made up of eight attractive cave-style apartments, each with its own furnished balcony overlooking the sea. Like most hotels in Oia, it’s accessed by many stairs, but staff is on hand to help carry luggage. The mid-range property has a pretty, wood-lined pool with postcard caldera views and a poolside bar, and while lounge space is limited and unshaded, it doesn't get too crowded. A free breakfast is served in a small white room with water views, and guests can order snacks throughout the day. Rates at this low-key hotel are significantly lower than other cliffside cave-style properties, though as with most, it lacks a full-service restaurant.
Residence Suites is housed in a gleaming white Cycladic building in the center of Oia, on the side of a cliff face, 10 minutes's walk from the beach. Nineteen cave-style suites range from small to spacious, though all feature kitchenettes with mini-fridges and have terraces with stunning caldera views. The best suites provide private hot tubs. Common areas includes a sun terrace, small swimming pool, and hot tub, though getting to them includes many stairs as the property is spread across various levels. Some of the hotel's elements are slightly worn and dated for the three-pearl price range. Travelers may also consider Caldera Villas for many of the same features, with better maintenance.
Residence Suites is housed in a gleaming white Cycladic building in the center of Oia, on the side of a cliff face, 10 minutes's walk from the beach. Nineteen cave-style suites range from small to spacious, though all feature kitchenettes with mini-fridges and have terraces with stunning caldera views. The best suites provide private hot tubs. Common areas includes a sun terrace, small swimming pool, and hot tub, though getting to them includes many stairs as the property is spread across various levels. Some of the hotel's elements are slightly worn and dated for the three-pearl price range. Travelers may also consider Caldera Villas for many of the same features, with better maintenance.
Aris Caves consists of seven rooms and villas built directly into the cliffs overlooking the Aegean Sea and Caldera in Oia. This three-pearl property has almost nothing in the way of features except for a gorgeous roof terrace with sweeping views of the water. Still, rooms are done with high end finishes and kitchens or kitchenettes for self-catering. Most of the units have heated outdoor whirlpools. The location down a set of steep stairs provides more privacy than you'll usually find in Oia, along with fast access to the village's shops, restaurants, and tour departure points. For something with more features, Perivolas has a large pool, spa, restaurant, and free breakfast buffet -- but it's about 15 minutes outside of Oia.
Aris Caves consists of seven rooms and villas built directly into the cliffs overlooking the Aegean Sea and Caldera in Oia. This three-pearl property has almost nothing in the way of features except for a gorgeous roof terrace with sweeping views of the water. Still, rooms are done with high end finishes and kitchens or kitchenettes for self-catering. Most of the units have heated outdoor whirlpools. The location down a set of steep stairs provides more privacy than you'll usually find in Oia, along with fast access to the village's shops, restaurants, and tour departure points. For something with more features, Perivolas has a large pool, spa, restaurant, and free breakfast buffet -- but it's about 15 minutes outside of Oia.
The eight-room Filotera Suites is a charming four-pearl hotel with a chic finish and stunning caldera views. Situated on the main path into Oia it's within easy reach of shops and restaurants. The location, perched on the volcanic mountainside, is prime, but not recommended for those with limited mobility due to lots of steps, which are common in the area. The cave-like suites have a minimalist-modern look and their own hot tubs, plus air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. The shared infinity pool is pretty, and a poolside bar serves lunch and dinner. The breakfast is a favorite with past guests, and we recommend taking it on your terrace. Guests preferring to be closer to the center of town might look at Art Maisons, which has a spa though no shared pool.
The eight-room Filotera Suites is a charming four-pearl hotel with a chic finish and stunning caldera views. Situated on the main path into Oia it's within easy reach of shops and restaurants. The location, perched on the volcanic mountainside, is prime, but not recommended for those with limited mobility due to lots of steps, which are common in the area. The cave-like suites have a minimalist-modern look and their own hot tubs, plus air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi. The shared infinity pool is pretty, and a poolside bar serves lunch and dinner. The breakfast is a favorite with past guests, and we recommend taking it on your terrace. Guests preferring to be closer to the center of town might look at Art Maisons, which has a spa though no shared pool.
Staying at the three-and-a-half-pearl Delfini is akin to staying in your Greek aunt's private mansion in Oia. Expect to be greeted with kisses on the cheek and a bottle of wine. There are just three individually decorated rooms with different layouts and features, though all have breathtaking caldera views. Features are limited due to space, but include private garage parking and a chic little communal pool. Free continental Greek breakfast is delivered to rooms in the morning -- there isn't a bar or restaurant. The hotel is one of the very first off the pedestrian path to Oia, so it's not as crowded as boutique hotels closer to the tip of the island at Amoudi Bay (about a 20-minute walk). As an alternative, Aris Caves is a six-minute walk from Amoudi Bay and has more modern cave-style rooms -- but no pool or breakfast.
Staying at the three-and-a-half-pearl Delfini is akin to staying in your Greek aunt's private mansion in Oia. Expect to be greeted with kisses on the cheek and a bottle of wine. There are just three individually decorated rooms with different layouts and features, though all have breathtaking caldera views. Features are limited due to space, but include private garage parking and a chic little communal pool. Free continental Greek breakfast is delivered to rooms in the morning -- there isn't a bar or restaurant. The hotel is one of the very first off the pedestrian path to Oia, so it's not as crowded as boutique hotels closer to the tip of the island at Amoudi Bay (about a 20-minute walk). As an alternative, Aris Caves is a six-minute walk from Amoudi Bay and has more modern cave-style rooms -- but no pool or breakfast.
Set on the hilltop in Oia town, Atrina Traditional Houses has some of the finest views of the whole island, and from everywhere in the complex. Accommodation is flawlessly presented, with each unit having a private terrace overlooking the sea, as well as more tech than you'd expect. The pool is small, but most are on the island, and there's no on-site dining, but breakfast is delivered to order. If you're looking for a luxury self-catering option in Santorini, you'd be hard pressed to find a better option than this charming complex.
Set on the hilltop in Oia town, Atrina Traditional Houses has some of the finest views of the whole island, and from everywhere in the complex. Accommodation is flawlessly presented, with each unit having a private terrace overlooking the sea, as well as more tech than you'd expect. The pool is small, but most are on the island, and there's no on-site dining, but breakfast is delivered to order. If you're looking for a luxury self-catering option in Santorini, you'd be hard pressed to find a better option than this charming complex.