Santorini, GreeceImerovigli
Atoles Retreat
Sculpted cave suites
Sculpted cave suites
Six cliffside cave suites operate without a shared restaurant or lounge, centering each stay on private terraces over the caldera.
What it’s good at
Notable
Whitewashed cave suites sculpted into volcanic rock, finished with oak and pressed cement.
Notable
Morning breakfast brought to caldera-facing terraces, beside heated private plunge pools.
Notable
Traditional Cycladic subterranean architecture carved directly into the high cliffs of Imerovigli.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
whitewashed, curvaceous cave-like interiors, in keeping with the local architectural style, but contrasted with subtly modern fixtures and furnishings, all arranged with the confident eye of a skilled designer.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
In Imerovigli along the cliffside footpath, looking out over the caldera and Aegean Sea.
The rooms
Curved cave walls are finished in smooth pressed cement and oak, and every terrace holds a heated plunge pool.
The water
Bring a swimsuit.
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.