Santorini, GreeceAkrotiri
Astarte Suites
Volcanic cliffside suites
Volcanic cliffside suites
This family-run hotel sits on Akrotiri's southern rim, facing the volcanic caldera far from the island's crowded northern villages.
“For spectacular caldera views without the crowds you can’t beat family-run Astarte Suites’ 13 rooms with hot tubs or plunge pools”
What it’s good at
Notable
Private terrace breakfasts and Hermès bath amenities, backed by dedicated island transfers.
Listed
Whitewashed Cycladic vaults frame Swarovski crystals embedded above indoor whirlpool tubs.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
Astarte’s fifteen suites cling dramatically to the cliffs of the caldera, providing them with jaw-dropping views of the volcano.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The ancient ruins of Akrotiri and the quiet pebble beach at Mesa Pigadia sit just down the road.
The rooms
Suites open onto private terraces facing the volcanic basin, each with an indoor or outdoor whirlpool tub.
The infinity pool
Bring a swimsuit.
A freshwater infinity pool sits on the cliff edge, with a hydromassage section looking across the caldera.
The spa
Therapists come directly to private terraces for massages and body treatments overlooking the Aegean Sea.
Whirlpool baths
Mosaic-tiled whirlpool tubs sit in vaulted alcoves with windows looking straight out over the sea.
Alali Restaurant
Alali serves contemporary Mediterranean and Cycladic cuisine from open-air tables set along the edge of the caldera.
At the table
The open-air pool bar pours Santorini wines and cocktails along a white counter overlooking the caldera.
Santorini
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.