Sometimes it pays to set yourself apart and that’s certainly true of Canaves Epitome. While most hotels in Oia look inwards at Santorini’s caldera, Epitome sits about a mile from the town centre on the western extremity of the island’s northern arm, giving it some of the finest sunset views of any luxury hotel on the island.
The 53 suites and villas rank among the island’s most generous, from 45sqm with a plunge pool to a 450sqm five-bedroom villa with garden and pool.
Dark stone walls, greys and blacks contrast with the island’s whites and blues, giving the property a more grounded architectural presence.
Families are welcomed, with facilities and accommodation that make this a practical choice for those travelling with children in Santorini.
Dining ranges from refined Greek-influenced dishes at Elements to seafood-focused menus at Omnia, both matched by exceptional views.
Facilities include an infinity-edge pool with sea views, a spa for treatments in-house or in-suite, and expert massage therapies.
Perched atop the cliffs of Imerovigli near the highest point of Santorini’s caldera, along a scenic hiking road that connects Oia to Fira, Andronis Concept is a sophisticated wellness resort with service as polished as its smooth concrete surfaces and views as inspiring as any you’ll find in Greece.
Perched at the edge of Oia, the divine and secluded Andronis Arcadia boasts the largest infinity pool and most comprehensive spa in the whole of Santorini. Throw in mesmerising views of the Aegean Sea and sunsets to make you swoon and you’ve the perfect place to reset and unwind.
Santorini’s caldera views are world-renowned, yet there is another side to the island that feels quieter and more rooted. Vedema, a Luxury Collection Resort, occupies a 400-year-old winery, thoughtfully converted to meet the needs of savvy travellers.
So private are the suites at Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas that it’s easy to feel you have the whole of Santorini to yourself.
Set across the grounds of a former Catholic monastery, Katikies Garden is a superb option for families looking to combine caldera views with a great location in the historic town of Fira. It’s the first of the much-loved Katikies hotels to welcome children to Santorini but has lost none of the brand’s commitment to luxury in the process.
The differences between the best Santorini hotels are very subtle but somehow Katikies Kirini feels that little more secluded, its infinity pool with caldera views is just that little bit more dazzling.
The flagship of the Canaves Collection group of uber-luxe Santorini hotels, Canaves Oia Suites offers 44 ultra-stylish suites and two knockout villas, all perched on the cliffs of picture-perfect Oia with mesmerising views of the island’s caldera. It’s also the only hotel in Oia to offer lift access to all levels of the property.