Volcanic cliffside citadel
Dark volcanic stone, ancient olive trees, and wide open pergolas create a moody, private sanctuary set apart from Santorini's crowded caldera.
Where it shines
Remarkable
Dark volcanic stone architecture by K-STUDIO framing open sea views with expansive shaded terraces and pergolas.
Remarkable
Attentive personalized hospitality, private heated pools for every villa, and bespoke multi-course in-suite breakfast spreads.
Notable
Built above Ammoudi Bay with local volcanic rock, framing westward sunset views toward Thirasia island.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
UK Readers' Choice Awards – Greece
Condé Nast Traveler
2025
Once you’re within the hotel’s walls, you’ll feel like you’ve left Santorini for your own private island.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Perched quietly above Ammoudi Bay, the grounds look west over the open Aegean, with central Oia a short shuttle ride away.
The rooms
Every suite and villa faces westward toward Thirasia, featuring floor-to-ceiling glass, shaded terraces, and a private heated pool or plunge pool.
The main pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Submerged sun loungers sit directly in the 8,600-square-foot main pool, looking straight out over the open Aegean.
Spa and gym
Massage treatments use Valmont products on open terraces, and the gym sets cardio equipment beneath arched floor-to-ceiling windows.
Dogs stay too.
At the table
Elements serves modern Greek tasting menus beside an infinity pool, and Omnia prepares fresh seafood under timber pergolas.
How it began
The Chaidemenos family, who helped define Oia's whitewashed cave aesthetic in the 1980s, opened this property in 2018 using dark local basalt.
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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.