Santorini, GreeceFira
Villa Bordeaux Santorini
Terracotta neoclassical mansion
Terracotta neoclassical mansion
A restored nineteenth-century mansion trades Santorini's customary whitewash for deep terracotta facades and French dining.
What it’s good at
Notable
Private cliffside plunge pools and caldera verandas served by round-the-clock concierge.
Listed
Subterranean nineteenth-century volcanic cave chambers preserved beneath restored neoclassical cliffside arcades.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Here the caldera views come with a French accent, and that’s enough to set Villa Bordeaux apart.
In a lively part of town
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Perched above the zigzag trail to the Old Port, the hotel sits moments from Fira's pedestrian alleys and evening bustle.
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The rooms
Suites have vaulted cave ceilings and warm neutral tones, and two open onto private Jacuzzis over the caldera.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The cliffside infinity pool rests on micro-columns driven into volcanic rock, looking straight out over the caldera.
The spa
Restaurant
La Colline
Cliffside tables line the rim of the caldera, serving French cooking made with local island produce.
At the table
The terrace bar sits under a sculpted wooden pergola, pouring cocktails and champagne beside the illuminated pool.
How it began
Mules carried every building material down the cliff staircase during the restoration of this nineteenth-century landmark.
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.