Santorini Island Greece

Santorini, Greece

A trip to the town of Oia while in Santorini, Greece is a must. This is a small town with many traditional Greek white-washed houses and it was formerly the commercial and economic heart of the island. With a number of shops and museums it is not difficult to find something to do here and hundreds of tourists visit each day during the summer. 

Oia Santorini

Most of Oia Santorini hotels are built according to the traditional Cycladic architecture and have kept the “Cave House Style”. The Strogili Traditional Houses Hotel in Oia is a complex of apartments and studios, built in different levels and sharing a large swimming pool with sun loungers, umbrellas and a sun terrace with magnificent sea views. 

Strogili Hotel Apartments & Studios Santorini (Oia)

The Strogili hotel in Oia offers elegant accommodation at very reasonable prices and is highly recommended for tourists who are seeking for this type of Santorini accommodation. 

Strogili Hotel Studios Santorini (Oia)

The island of Santorini, Greece has a long and interesting history. Over the years volcanic activity has created the islands that we would recognize today and the main island is known as Thira, although the collective name of Santorini is often used to refer to the main island.

A tribe known as the Dorians invaded the island in the 10th century BC and created seven settlements there. It was the Dorians that chose the name of Thira. Over the years other cultures have taken over the island including the Venetians, who settled on the name of Santorini, derived from ‘Saint Irene’ the island’s patron saint. After that, the island was occupied by the Turks until the early part of the 19th century.

The aforementioned volcanic activity has shaped the civilization on the island. In 1625 BC there was an eruption that caused the island to be uninhabited for around 300 years after it destroyed the Minoans. The tidal wave that was also caused by the eruption managed to reach Crete. There were also earthquakes around the same time which changed the islands’ shapes.

Now the island of Thira is the largest of the islands of Santorini, Greece. There is only one other inhabited island, that of Thirasia. The smaller islands can be visited but there is no accommodation there. It is estimated that of the 10,000 people who live on the main island, more than 1000 can be found in the town of Oia. Despite the relatively small population of the island there are at least 550 churches here.

Those who want to experience life at a slower pace will appreciate some of the quirks of living in towns such as Oia. While in other countries the cars need to be registered, here it is the donkeys. Visitors staying in places such as Oia can take trips to some of the island’s best features which include the highest point of Profitis Ilias which is 565 metres high and where there is an 18th century monastery and which is now home to just five monks. 

Traditional features of Greek island life can be seen clearly in towns such as Oia and villages such as Pyrgos where there are few contemporary touches. Pyrgos is home to the ruins of a Venetian castle dating from the 13th century.

It is hard to visit Santorini, Greece and avoid the legend of Atlantis. There are those who say that these islands are the former mythical Atlantis, which is reported to have a very advanced civilization and which is claimed to have disappeared under the sea. Given the volcanic activity and how the island has changed in size and shape over the years then this is a possibility.  

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Santorini holidays in Oia

If you want to take Santorini holidays in Oia then you will soon learn that you have come to the right place. This is one of the most sought after holiday locations on the island for those who appreciate everything that the island is famous for.

First of all, the Oia sunset. This is one of the most beautiful views on the island and each evening tourists and locals stop to enjoy the sight of the sun disappearing over the horizon. The small town of Oia is perfectly located for the best views of this. While in the area why not take one of the boat trips for even better views? The boats sail a mile or two out to sea and it is often the case that you can enjoy a meal and some traditional entertainment at the same time before sailing back to the island after the sunset. 

Oia Santorini

Next there is the friendliness of the town. The locals are known for being very warm and welcoming and whether you are staying in a small budget hotel or have opted for luxury accommodation, you will find yourself being treated like royalty. Locals are always ready to help and learning a phrase or two of Greek for your Santorini holidays in Oia will help you a great deal. One of the best value for money Oia Santorini hotels is the Strogili Hotel Apartments and Studios, located in a prime area and offering amazing sea views of the caldera and the Aegean Sea. 

Strogili Apartments Santorini (Oia)

The Strogili Traditional Houses complex is built according to the Cycladic-style architecture with its apartments and studios in different levels, with colorful plants and flowers and a large swimming pool with sun terrace, deck chairs and umbrellas, making it a first choice hotel for people looking for this type of Santorini accommodation. 

Strogili Studios Santorini (Oia)

The travelling is also a bonus. Everywhere on the island can be reached easily and there are always plenty of excursions to other parts of the island. You could visit the island’s capital of Fira and spend a little time shopping or enjoying a traditional meal in one of the restaurants there. Alternatively, take the time to visit one of the many ancient ruins and monuments on the island. Santorini is filled with historical features and as the civilization here dates back thousands of years, there is plenty to see. The island is also reported to be the home of the mythical Atlantis and while there is nothing to prove this, it certainly adds an interesting perspective to your holiday in the region.

The volcano is also a big draw for many people. Trips to the volcano are possible and this is one of the excursions which is a must for visitors to the island. The volcano has been responsible for many changes in the region and it is major part of the island’s history. Trips often take in the hot springs and allow visitors to walk close to the volcano. 

Santorini holidays in Oia are perfect for those who also want to be off the beaten track a little. Oia is not a resort town, it is a place where you can enjoy the traditions of island life and get to know the local people. With a small population the area is not filled with vast streets in which to get lost, but has a very intimate feel to it. If you are the sort of person who is interested in other cultures and great places to visit then this is the holiday for you.

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Oia Santorini

Those who are choosing to take their holidays in Santorini Greece will find the town of Oia a great place to visit. This is a fairly small town in terms of population but this rises sharply during the summer months when the tourists come to the island. One of the main features of this part of the island of Santorini is the architecture. 

Oia Santorini Greece

The cliffs of Oia feature houses that have been carved into the rock, which is volcanic and porous. These houses can be clearly seen and gives the town a very unique look. The architecture in other parts of the town is also considered to be particularly beautiful. There are some large Venetian houses which date back to the medieval period which are a must for anyone interested in art and architecture. 

Ianthe Apartments & Villa, Oia Santorini

For those who are interested to stay in Oia, the Ianthe Apartments and Villas is a perfect choice which combines an elegant ambience along with very reasonable prices. Rightfully these apartments are considered as one of the best Oia Santorini apartments. 

Ianthe Villa Oia Santorini

Santorini, Greece is very popular with tourists. The town of Oia attracts many visitors each year and the sunset is considered to be particularly beautiful from here with uninterrupted views across the sea. The castle is a great vantage point in the town. Hundreds of tourists will make their way to the town at the end of each day to view the sunset and you need to get there early to get a good viewing point.  Alternatively while on the island you can opt to watch the sunset from one of the many tour boats. The evening cruises are very popular as the boat is taken out around a mile from the land so that tourists are in the best position to see as the sun goes down. 

The docks at Oia are also of interest to the tourist. It is reported that they have been in use for at least 3000 years and this makes them the oldest continually used docks anywhere in the world. It is not clear how true this story is but the island of Santorini has a very long and varied history, so it is not beyond the realms of possibility that the stories are true. Many cruise ships dock at Santorini for passengers to spend the day exploring the island, but in years gone by it was mainly traders.

The town of Oia in Santorini, Greece is also home to a Naval Maritime Museum. This is housed in a 19th century mansion and covers the maritime history of the region. Artifacts on display include old figureheads from ships, chests, maritime equipment and rare photographs. Anyone interested in this type of history will be able to spend all day here quite happily. The maritime history of the island is strong and during the latter part of the 19th century and the early 20th century was at its peak. Traders sailed from here to all parts of the Mediterranean and even to Russia.

Oia has also featured heavily in a number of books and films, so visitors to Santorini, Greece may spot a few locations that are already familiar. Films such as ‘The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants’  and ‘Lara Croft’ used the town as a location and this is thanks largely to the beauty of the area.

Santorini the Lost Atlantis

Santorini and the Legend of Atlantis

Many people believe that Santorini once was the Lost City of Atlantis
The mythological nature of Santorini Island which is part of the Cyclades chain of Greek islands spanning the Aegean sea that divides Turkey and Greece has long been documented. Greek legend points to the island being created as part of a miracle which can be proved by the scientific assertion that the island was actually created as a result of a titanic eruption of the islands still active volcano sometime prior to the Bronze Age.
There is also a connection, although somewhat tenuous of the island being connected with the legendary lost city of Atlantis. Tourists who stay in Santorini luxury hotels can actually hear from the staff and locals how the Greek philosopher Plato made the assertion if interpreted correctly that the city of Atlantis was part of Santorini island and was populated by the islands previous civilization the Minoans.
Plato tells about an island of circular shape and concentric structures. Santorini (Thera, Thira) does have an impressive concentric geographic setting and seems that had it before the Minoan eruption as well. Studies that have been done the latest 30 years in Akrotiri excavations show that the structures of this ancient city were concentric indeed. The famous mural in the West House of Akrotiri (studied by Heiken and McCoy in 1990) shows a flowering landscape of an island and the departing Therean fleet and some concentric water-land structures as well.
Some people believe that Atlantis got its name from Atlantic Ocean... This is wrong of course. The name of Atlantis derived from Atlas, the giant of Greek mythology who held the sky upon his shoulders.
The race of the Atlantians was strong, tall and healthy, they lived in peace and had all the virtues. But as the years were passing, they became sinful and involved in crimes. They started to fight against other cities and subjected other races to their cruel power. Only the Athenians (the citizens of Athens), had their own army, fleet and moral power by that time and were able to defeat and stop Atlantians from subduing the world. Because of that bad behavior of Atlantians, the Gods' anger against Atlantis was so strong, that they created  a tremendous volcano eruption and an earthquake that destroyed it in a single day and sunk it into the sea, covering everything with lava and volcanic ash.
Although there is no actual evidence, the local legend and some of the names of Santorini hotels still point to a connection and the centre of the island which has actually re-submerged into the ocean (sunk into the sea by the anger of Gods) as a result of a massive eruption in the bronze age also fuels speculation that the islands central crater (the caldera) may have been the location of the lost city of Atlantis.
Certainly this connection does not harm the island fabulous and mystical reputation and tourist flock by the thousands to Santorini hotels each year to enjoy the unique geological effects of the islands many eruptions. These effects range from allowing Santorini hotels to be perched perilously close to three hundred meter high cliff top edges, to allowing the ongoing development of fabulous beach side Santorini hotels. The overall result of the Atlantis myth is that it gives the somewhat mystical nature of the islands natural geology even more mystery as visitors ponder what may have originally been there. 

We probably will never know for sure if Atlantis was really existed...
But Santorini exists and is considered as one of the best holiday destinations in the world!

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Ianthe Apartments & Villa in Oia
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Santorini Tours

Boat Tours and Bus Tours in Santorini

Part of the island chain the Cyclades, Santorini island is most famous for its still active volcano that last erupted in 1956 causing widespread devastation to the island beautiful architecture that had dated back to the 18th century. These days the volcano is not showing any signs of erupting and the island has repaired and become even more beautiful than it was before. 

Santorini is quite a small island with a total area of only ninety six square kilometers with most of the main tourist destinations and Santorini luxury hotels located in the villages dotted around island atop massive sheer cliffs with drops exceeding two hundred meters in most cases. In order to get a full appreciation of what the island of Santorini has to offer there are a number of boat tours which take place throughout the tourist season.

Santorini luxury hotels have information about the tours and can arrange bookings for visitors while they are staying there. In most cases the tours focus around visiting the still active volcano and allow such activities as swimming in the hot springs of Palea Kameni beach and visiting small nearby islands like Thirassia. Most of the tours last between three and eight hours and many include a stop off for a local Greek meal and allow people the opportunity to be dropped off on another part of the island to make their way back to their Santorini luxury hotels overland.

There is also a sunset boat tour that includes a carefully prepared local Greek dinner on board the boat which last about three hours and allows the guests to enjoy the fabulous Santorini sunset from the deck of the boat after sailing through the heart of the submerged volcano. Prices for these tours range between 20 and 50 euro.

Apart from boat tours, the travel agencies in Santorini offer organized tours with coaches and mini bus with experienced tour guides to the most significant sites of Santorini, as well as tours to traditional settlements, wineries, old churches, museums and archaeological sites. Ancient Thira and the Akrotiri excavations site are two popular sites in Santorini that you must not miss.


The Red Beach in Santorini

There are also coach tours to the Black beaches of Santorini such as Monolithos beach, Kamari beach, Perissa beach and Perivolos beach on the eastern part of the island and to the Red beach which is on the southwestern part.You may find beautiful Santorini luxury hotels in Perissa, just a few meters from the beach.

Suggested Luxury Hotels in Santorini

• Maison Des Lys Santorini Luxury Suites in Akrotiri
• Thirea Suites in Oia
• Antoperla Santorini Luxury Hotel & Spa in Perissa
• Veggera Santorini Luxury Hotel in Perissa

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What Makes Santorini So Attractive?

Is it because of the uniqueness of Santorini luxury hotels?
Is it because of the impressive landscapes?
Or is it because of the magnificent Santorini sunsets?

Santorini Island is part of the chain of Greek islands known as the Cyclades and is situated on the southern part of Cyclades Islands cluster, near the islands of Ios and Anafi. Usually referred to by the Greeks by its official name of Thira (or Thera) the name Santorini comes from the combination of Santa and Irini (means Peace in Greek). The island itself is quite small with a total area of only ninety six square kilometers but has an extensive coastline that stretches for almost seventy kilometers. As a result the island has a large number of different beaches some of which are sandy and other which are pebble.

This variety of beaches combined with the large number of Santorini luxury hotels that can offer beach side accommodation or up on the cliffs, makes it a very popular destination for many of the sun seeking tourists. This however, is not what makes the island so unique. As part of the island itself and submerged within a large basin in the centre of the island is a largely dormant volcano (caldera) that was instrumental in both the formation of the island and the subsequent geographical and geological qualities that make it so breathtaking.

Thirea Suites - in Santorini, Oia

Several hundred years ago (1500 BC) a major eruption from the submerged volcano cause the destruction of much of the centre of the island and created sheer faced cliffs that are both inward and outward facing. For Santorini luxury hotels this created a golden opportunity to build on top of these high cliffs and create the Santorini hotels unique selling point, a breathtaking view of the famous Santorini sunset that can be viewed from the comfort of Santorini luxury hotels balcony from on top of a three hundred meter high cliff. This once in a lifetime view of the sunset is something enjoyed by the thousands of tourists who flock to the island each and every year.

Strogili Traditional Houses in Oia Santorini

Ianthe Apartments & Villa in Oia Santorini

On the west part of the island – which faces the caldera – is the Fira Town (capital of Santorini) and the villages of Oia, Imerovigli, Megalochori and Akrotiri, from where the famous Santorini sunset can be admired by the thousands of visitors each evening. A great number of Santorini luxury hotels are built right on the cliffs of these villages, at a height of 300 meters above the sea. Most of these Santorini luxury hotels are built in levels, according to the traditional Cycladic Architecture and feature luxury suites or apartments, with high class amenities and a private balcony where guests can enjoy the sea view and the sunset. All Santorini luxury hotels feature an outdoor swimming pool with a pool bar and a sun terrace for sunbathing and lounge. Also they have a gourmet restaurant serving local and Mediterranean cuisine delicacies and of course the famous Santorini wines.
In this part of the island are some of the most famous and popular beaches, such as the Red beach, the White beach, Vourvoulos and Ammoudi.

Perissa beach, Santorini

The east part of the island is without cliffs and here are some of the best sandy beaches of Santorini, such as Agios Georgios, Perivolos Black beach, Perissa Black beach, Kamari Black beach and Monolithos.
The east part villages of Santorini are more family oriented destinations and of course there are a lot of accommodation units here as well, varying from luxury hotels and apartments to rooms for rent category. Veggera Hotel, one of the most preferred Santorini luxury hotels is situated right on the beach in Perissa.


Suggested Santorini Luxury Hotels
Strogili Traditional Houses in Oia
Ianthe Apartments & Villa in Oia
Maison Des Lys Luxury Suites in Akrotiri
Thirea Suires in Oia
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Getting Married in Santorini

Santorini Weddings

Santorini is widely recognized as one of the most romantic islands in the Mediterranean as the location for many couples who are planning to tie the knot in a more romantic setting than is available in their home country. The abundance of Santorini luxury hotels with dedicated honeymoon suites also makes the island of Santorini an attractive choice for a fairy tale wedding.

The geology formation of the island adds to the romance as the island is famous for its ring of three hundred meter high cliffs created from the volcanic activity of the islands still active volcano. With most of the island villages and churches set atop these impressive cliffs with panoramic views far out over the ocean the scene could not be more perfect for the ideal wedding and reception at one of the Santorini luxury hotels.

There are many dedicated Santorini wedding planners who specialize in providing complete wedding packages for couples wishing to have the ceremony on the island, using their detailed eye and professionalism to make your special day an unforgettable one of your life. They offer a a wide selection of services, including documentation, wedding receptions, floral arrangements, decorations, catered buffets, bachelor or bachelorette parties, cocktail parties, DJ or live music, photographer. Additional services are also provided, such as make-up and a manicure for the bride, hair dressing, massage and wellness programs. They will book one of the 250 churches on the island, arrange flights and organize rooms and a bridal suite in one of these Santorini luxury hotels. The same wedding planners also offer alternatives for couples who are already married but wish to re-affirm their vows during their stay at Santorini hotels.

For those who prefer a beach hotel for their wedding and honeymoon, we suggest the Veggera Hotel, one of the most elegant Santorini luxury hotels in Perissa beach.

To help facilitate this, almost every religious denomination has at least one church somewhere on the island and with the help of local wedding specialists this kind of ceremony can be easily arranged. After the wedding or reaffirmation of vows has been completed there is no more romantic location anywhere in the world for spending the honeymoon than in one of the Santorini luxury hotels honeymoon suites located in the picturesque and romantic villages that are scattered right the way across the entire island.

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Santorini Maison Des Lys Luxury Suites in Oia
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The Santorini Volcano

The island of Santorini (or Thira) is home to a still active volcano that is submerged within the centre of the island itself. The first recorded eruption of the volcano is in 1500 BC although many scientists believe the island was itself created by an eruption of the volcano before this. This chain of thought is supported through some of the tales from Greek mythology that tell of the island being created by a miracle. Scientists believe this miracle was actually the island being forced out of the sea by the violence of the volcano’s eruption.

The presence of the volcano and its continued activity of the previous millennium and more may also have caused the downfall of several previous civilizations that are thought to have lived on the island. Archaeologists have unearthed evidence of civilizations dating back as far as 1300 BC. It is thought that several civilizations may have fallen foul of the volcano’s activity and been decimated only to be replaced with a new civilization as the geopolitical situation constantly evolved through the region.

Maison Des Lys - Luxuey Suites in Santorini, Akrotiri

The fact that the volcano is still active has not acted as a deterrent to either tourists or the proprietors of Santorini hotels however as the Santorini hotels selection is still constantly on the rise.

Delfini Villas - Santorini Luxury Hotel in Oia

In fact there have been twelve major eruptions documented and the one that took place in the Bronze Age is regarded as one of the seven most powerful eruptions in the known history of the world.

The variety of Santorini hotels designs also reflects the unique geological nature of the island with extensive cliff side terraces and sunset facing balconies. 

Most of Santorini Luxury Hotels are built in levels, on the cliffs of the villages, 300 meters high from the sea, offering magnificent views to the caldera and the Aegean sea. Enough of these hotels are considered as some of the best luxury hotels in the world. They feature high class facilities and amenities to their guests and deluxe accommodation in suites or apartments with a private balcony and stunning views of the sea and the famous unique Santorini sunset. These hotels are spread all over the island, but the most of them are situated in Fira (the capital of Santorini), in Oia, Imerovigli, Akrotiri and on the beaches of Kamari and Perissa.

Veggera Luxury Hotel in Perissa Santorini

If you prefer to spend your holidays near the beach, then we suggest you to stay in Veggera Hotel, one of the best Santorini hotels in Perissa, right on the beach.

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Romantic Honeymoon in Santorini

Santorini is certainly recognized as an extremely romantic place to visit with its sixty nine kilometers of coastline providing a large selection of different beaches, acres of vineyards and the main point that makes the island of Santorini so popular, the fantastically sheer cliffs ascending  in some cases as high as twelve hundred feet above sea level. Many of the Santorini luxury hotels are located atop these cliffs nestled in the different villages that are spread throughout the island.

This fantastical landscape was created as a result of a series of volcanic eruptions from the islands still active submerged volcano and in particular one major eruption in 1500 BC, which is still recorded as one of the seven biggest eruptions in the earth’s history, created the natural wonder of the world, the Santorini Caldera.
For a honeymooning couple this combination of romantically remote cliff top locations with the beautiful sandy beaches makes the island a perfect location.

Maison des Lys Santorini Honeymoon Suites in Akrotiri

As a result all the main Santorini luxury hotels offer a variety of different honeymoon suite packages which all share the same characteristic, the honeymoon suites always include a large balcony with a view over the stunning Caldera and a perfect view of the world famous Santorini sunset that thousands of visitors come to experience annually.

Delfini Villas Oia Santorini 

There are also options on the island in addition to those offered by Santorini luxury hotels of the Greek tradition of apartments or studios to let, with there being a lot of options for room to let honeymoon suites. 

Veggera Hotel in Perissa Santorini

These are usually extremely luxurious and have access to the same facilities as Santorini luxury hotels such as a large swimming pool and strategically placed terrace where couples can sit with some local wine, soak in the sunset and listen to the bustling sounds of the island.

Suggested Santorini Luxury Hotels

• Maison Des Lys Luxury Suites in Akrotiri
• Delfini Villas Luxury Hotel in Oia
• Santorini Luxury Hotel Veggera in Perissa

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Why Santorini for a Luxury Holiday?

The Greek islands known as the Cyclades are an island chain that stretches through part of the Aegean Sea between Greece and Turkey. The island of Santorini has a ferry connection with Athens (Piraeus and Rafina Port) and the other islands in Cyclades and with Crete and is particularly popular for tourists and is a regular stopover point for many of the luxury cruises that meander through the Greek islands for seven or fourteen days.

As a result of these cruises and the relatively high average income of the visitors they bring there are a considerable number of Santorini luxury hotels on offer particularly in the islands capital of Fira (where is the main port) which is just a short donkey or cable car ride from the port of the island up a cliff face.

Maison Des Lys - Santorini Luxury Suites in Akrotiri

While the journey from ship to the islands capital may not sound particularly luxurious, once visitors have arrive atop the two hundred and sixty foot cliff and are greeted with a view of the natural Caldera that forms and integral part of the islands geological foundation they are often lost for words.

Most of the Santorini luxury hotels are especially designed to maximize each room’s viewing opportunities of this item of outstanding natural beauty. 

Delfini Villas - Santorini Luxury Hotel in Oia

Either you select to stay in Fira, in Oia or in Imerovigli, the sea views of the Caldera are just marvelous. All these Santorini luxury hotels are built in levels, following the shape of the cliffs.

Antoperla Luxury Hotel & Spa in Perissa

The cuisine on Santorini is also similarly spectacular with most of the Santorini luxury hotels offering their own gourmet restaurant and fabulous local dishes made from the finest locally caught fish homegrown island produce. 

Veggera - Santorini Luxury Hotel in Perissa

Santorini island also has extensive vineyards that cover a significant portion of the island and result in some delightful light Mediterranean wines which many of the Santorini luxury hotels showcase for their guests during their stay.

The other main attraction of the island in addition to the breathtaking landscape is the famous Santorini sunset which is spectacular when watched from the top of one the cliffs surrounding the Caldera either from a hotel balcony or one of the many terraces.

The beaches of Santorini are not like other beaches in Greece. They are much different due to their special geological features. Black and red volcanic pebbles lay the shores of Santorini beaches providing unique ambiance. The Red beach is is one of the most famous beaches of Santorini, located in the south part, near the ancient village of Akrotiri. The cliffs are of red and black colored volcanic rocks, while the sand is black and red as well. Near the Red beach is the White beach which is covered by gray, black and white sand, surrounded by huge white cliffs. The White beach can be accessed by boat only. On the eastern side of the island there are five very popular beaches, the Agios Georgios beach, Perivolos beach (which is the longest black sand beach of Santorini), Perissa beach, Kamari beach and Monolithos beach. All of them are very well organized, with playgrounds, water sports, restaurants, bars, cafes and of course luxury hotels, apartments and rooms.

Suggested Luxury Hotels in Santorini

• Delfini Villas Santorini Luxury Hotel in Oia
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Best locations on Santorini for a Luxury Stay

Located in the Aegean Sea, the island of Santorini, officially known to the Greeks as Thira (or Thera) is part of the island chain of the Cyclades. Along with Mykonos and Crete it is one of the top three luxury destinations of all the Greek islands for those who are not able to afford their very own island. Santorini gained its popularity amongst the many Greek islands due to its fabulous natural geography and the still active volcano that forms an integral part of the island.

As a result of the volcano’s activity the island has a spectacular natural landscape with sandy beaches and cliffs that rise up to almost twelve hundred feet above sea level. The two main locations most popular with tourists are the villages of Oia and Fira, the capital of the island, following by Imerovigli, a picturesque village situated 2 km south of Fira.

Most of Santorini luxury hotels are situated in these two villages both of which offer fabulous views over the Caldera and all of the Santorini luxury hotels have prime locations for watching the Caldera and the famous Santorini sunset over the Aegean Sea which is must see.

For those who prefer to stay in a beach hotel, we suggest the Veggera Hotel which is one of the best Santorini luxury hotels in Perissa beach.  

For most visitors seeking a luxury trip all the way, the ideal trip would be to embark on one of the many Greek island luxury cruise tours that allow longer stop offs at select locations. This would allow the more discerning tourist to take the time and travel in the lap of luxury around the islands while being able to spend several days on Santorini enjoying some of the unique sights such as the Red Beach which is composed of volcanic rock and lava infused sand giving it a mysterious red coloration contrasted by the White Beach next door which has pure white sand emphasized by sheer white cliffs up to the villages above. All luxury hotels in Santorini offer high class facilities and services to their guests.

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Santorini Luxury Hotels for Relaxing Holidays

Saying Luxury Santorini hotels we mean it with the absolute meaning of the term.

Each one of these hotels has been equipped with the utmost luxury decoration and cozy style offering to their guests a deluxe atmosphere and a feeling like they are in paradise...

There is an assortment of 5 star and 4 star hotels and suites in Santorini, including Delfini Villas and Nikos Villas in Oia, Veggera Hotel Apartments and Antoperla Luxury Hotel & Spa in Perissa, Maison Des Lys Suites in Akrotiri. Each hotel unit is unique, with its own individual style and unobstructed views of the sea and volcano. Most of them offer an outdoor bar and swimming pool, jacuzzi, a gourmet Greek Mediterranean cuisine restaurant.

Needless to say that all luxury hotels in Santorini can undertake your wedding planning and your honeymoon accommodation in luxury suites.

As most of these luxury Santorini hotels are fully booked during the high season (July and August), it is recommended to all of you who are planning to visit the Island and wishing to stay in one of these Santorini hotels, to book early your reservation (up to the middle of March). 

Suggested Santorini Luxury Hotels

Delfini Villas Santorini Luxury Hotel in Oia 

Maison des Lys Luxury Suites in Akrotiri
Antoperla Luxury Hotel & Spa in Perissa
Veggera Santorini Luxury Hotel in Perissa

Santorini Weddings & Honeymoon
Tailor-made Santorini Weddings by Delfini Villas
Santorini Honeymoon & Wedding by Maison Des Lys Luxury Suites

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