Kea, GreeceVourkari
Ydor Hotel & Spa
Cycladic hillside hotel
Cycladic hillside hotel
The hotel runs at an unhurried pace, looking out over St. Nicholas Bay from the hillside above Vourkari.
What it’s good at
Notable
Thanasis Kyratsous shaped local Tziot stone around custom railings depicting ancient Kean coins.
Notable
Therapies incorporate island acorn flour beside a heated indoor pool overlooking the bay.
Listed
Suites open onto private plunge pool terraces, supported by round-the-clock room service.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Its two dozen rooms and suites are decorated in tranquil neutral tones and combine traditional Greek decorative elements with modern and contemporary elements.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Vourkari's waterfront tavernas sit a short walk downhill, right on the edge of St. Nicholas Bay.
The rooms
Rooms come in neutral tones with private balconies, and nine suites have private plunge pools out on their terraces.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Submerged daybeds line the freshwater infinity pool, and a heated indoor pool looks out over the bay.
The spa
Therapies in the single treatment room use Chios mastic and Santorini volcanic clay. A Finnish sauna and hammam sit nearby.
At the table
Mizu serves sushi and Japanese-Mediterranean plates beside the infinity pool. Evening cocktails arrive on the terrace overlooking the bay.
How it began
The name Ydor means water in ancient Greek, honoring the mythical nymph Cyrene who legend says brought rain to Kea.
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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.