Perivolas Hotel
Santorini, Greece
Perivolas
Vibe
Tiered stone terraces step down volcanic cliffs to a curved rimless pool floating above the Aegean caldera.
“Whitewashed cave lodgings”
Whitewashed Cycladic arches, minimalist cave alcoves, and the pioneering caldera-edge infinity pool carved into volcanic rock.
Three-century-old cliffside cave dwellings, stables, and wine cellars restored by the Psychas family starting in 1969.
Private heated cave plunge pools, thoughtful arrival transfers, and attentive cliffside service across twenty-one distinct houses.
On the cliffside entrance to Oia, a calm stroll from the village lanes and caldera views.
“The 300-year old caves have been refashioned into 21 individual houses set among terraces gardens that look out, amphitheatre-style, over a stone courtyard…”
Rooms
Smooth vaulted whitewashed walls frame sleeping alcoves and skylights, with bright fuchsia cushions and terraces facing the sea.
“Furnishings are minimal but sumptuous, with occasional pops of fuschia and purple to add contemporary flair and skylights that flood the whitewashed walls with light.”
Wellness
A rock-cut subterranean spa holds a Finnish sauna and steam bath, complemented by an outdoor caldera-facing Jacuzzi and lap pool.
Backstory
In 1969, Captain Manos Psychas began transforming a cluster of 300-year-old cliffside stables, cellars, and fishermen's caves into sculpted stone houses.
Eat & drink
Housed in a converted centuries-old wine cellar, Perivolas Restaurant serves fresh Aegean seafood and local vintages across candlelit poolside tables.
The neighborhood
Perched on the quiet entrance of Oia, the grounds offer peaceful seclusion just a short walk from the village's pedestrian lanes.
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Our shorthand
What makes a hotel special, how well they pull it off, and what it feels like outside the door.
How well they pull it off
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
They did this well. You’ll notice.
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Architecture and interiors lead. There’s a creative vision at work.
The guest is conspicuously well cared for. Requests met before they’re made.
Rooted in place. Local character runs through the whole stay.
Energy and scene. Where the city goes out, whether or not it’s sleeping here.
A building with history. The story of the place is part of the stay.
Built around feeling better. Rest, sweat, soak, spa.
A hotel the city grew up with. Same rituals, same regulars.
A world of its own. No reason to leave the property.
Scene — what’s outside the door
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
A place apart: the property is the destination.