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Luxury Hotels in Santorini
Greece
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Santorini is the Mediterranean island of the imagination: chalk-white clifftops, cobalt-blue domes and sunsets that set the sea alight. The island draws visitors who want uncompromising comfort and personal service — from suites carved into the volcanic rock with private infinity pools to elegant villas where a discreet concierge handles everything from yacht charters to tailored wine tastings. Our selection brings together genuine Cycladic aesthetics, contemporary design, serious gastronomy and considered wellness. Choose a luxury hotel on Santorini for an experience that is as much about the view and the feeling as it is about the details and the finish.
Why Stay Here?
- Caldera views from suites and terraces
- Private heated plunge pools and infinity pools
- Cave suites hewn from the volcanic cliff
- Personal concierge and butler-style service
- Fine dining with seasonally led menus
- Curated wine lists with a focus on Assyrtiko
- Tailored boat and yacht excursions
- Discreet adults-only policies at many clifftop hotels
- Spa with couples' rituals and in-room treatments
- In-room breakfast and flexible serving times
Our Selection Criteria
Ratings and standards
We focused on five-star addresses and boutique hotels with a documented record of strong reviews — typically 9.0 or above on leading booking platforms — as well as internationally recognised awards and memberships. Clear quality markers such as suites with private pools, high-specification rooms and a well-regarded reputation for service all carried considerable weight.
What sets each property apart
The selection highlights hotels with genuine distinguishing features: caldera views from every suite, terraces for watching the sunset, cave suites, award-winning dining, well-stocked wine programmes with a focus on Assyrtiko, private boat excursions, dedicated wellness offerings and a personalised concierge service.
Location and surroundings
We balanced the iconic panoramas of the clifftop hotels in Oia and Imerovigli against village and beachside settings that offer easier access, more generous space and greater suitability for families. The steps and car-free zones along the caldera were taken into account, and properties with lifts or level access were noted for guests with accessibility requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Santorini is one of the most popular destinations in Greece, so to be sure of finding the right hotel, aim to book four to six months ahead for spring and autumn trips, and up to nine to twelve months in advance for the peak summer months of July and August.
Oia and Imerovigli on the caldera rim offer the most coveted sunset views, whether from your suite, terrace or poolside.
Private plunge pools and some infinity pools are often heated, particularly in spring and autumn. It's always worth checking at the time of booking if this matters to you.
Yes. Most luxury hotels offer private transfers and porterage — particularly useful given that many of the village centres are car-free.
Coastal and village hotels — in Kamari, Perivolos or Megalochori, for instance — offer flatter terrain; ask about a lift or ground-floor room when enquiring.
May to June and September to October: warm water, fewer crowds and better rates.
Many clifftop properties are adults-focused with age restrictions in place; families often find beach and villa resorts with more level ground a more comfortable fit.