Zakynthos, GreeceTsilivi
King Jason Zante
Terraced waterscape resort
Tsilivi Zakynthos, Greece
Opened
2024
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Wellness ResortOutside the door
The house
Louis HotelsTerraced waterscape resort
Water surrounds nearly every building here. The adults-only stay centers on slow living, quiet swims, and views over Tsilivi Bay.
“The contemporary architecture and muted tones of the adults-only King Jason Zante are a fitting counterpoint to the lush forests and shimmering blue seas of Zakynthos.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Slowness coaches lead morning meditation among olive groves beside heated hydrotherapy pools.
Notable
Swim-up lagoon suites with pita-making workshops and sommelier-led cava wine tastings.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and AFAR.
water covers nearly half of the sprawling hilltop property, with idyllic swimming pools stretching out toward the sea from nearly every angle.
“King Jason Zante’s real highlight is its plethora of infinity pools facing out over the bay of Tsilivi, from the private ones allocated to specific overwater rooms, to the bigger ones for sharing—the hotel’s tagline invites you to ‘imagine sailing on land.’”
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Planos village sits just downhill, where family-run tavernas and sandy shores line the curve of Tsilivi Bay.
The rooms
Suites use neutral stone and pale wood. Swim-up options let you step right from the terrace into the pool.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Canopied daybed platforms rest directly in turquoise water, and wide freshwater pools step down along stone terrace walls.
The spa
A timber sauna looks straight out to sea through floor-to-ceiling glass, set beside private massage suites.
Watergarden Main Restaurant
Shaded outdoor tables look out toward the sea, where chefs bake fresh bread and cook Mediterranean plates to order.
At the table
A green marble bar serves cocktails beneath backlit shelves, and musicians perform in the lounge on select evenings.
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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.