Santorini, GreeceOia
Saint Santorini
Sculptural Cycladic cave hotel
Sculptural Cycladic cave hotel
Six tiered levels turn traditional cave architecture into stark white geometries angled straight toward the volcanic caldera.
What it’s good at
Remarkable
Cascading all-white cave suites linked by concrete stairways carved into volcanic cliffs.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Saint ... dials up the minimalism just enough to create a feeling that is genuinely otherworldly.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The pedestrian alleys of Oia start right outside the upper entrance, while the suites step quietly down the cliffside.
The rooms
Smooth white plaster lines the cave suites, and every terrace has a heated plunge pool looking straight across the caldera.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The outdoor infinity pool sits at the lowest cliff level, lined with white daybeds looking across the volcanic caldera.
The spa and gym
The underground spa holds a cedar sauna, stone soaking tubs, and Korres treatments. A cave gym has weights and rowers.
Trinity Restaurant
Tables sit beside the infinity pool for morning breakfast and evening Greek menus served against the caldera sunset.
Saint Sky Bar
The rooftop lounge serves signature cocktails and sushi against open evening views across Oia and the caldera.
How it began
Kapsimalis Architects built the complex from a ruined cluster of cliffside homes, barns, and cellars that once served the village.
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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.