GREECE
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From cliffside suites in Santorini to private peninsulas in the Peloponnese, Greece’s most exceptional stays combine design, history, and setting in unforgettable ways. These are the hotels that define a trip, where the experience of staying is as remarkable as the destination itself.
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Manna
Located in Valtessiniko, about 2.5 hours from Athens by car.
40 rooms and suites, all with forest or mountain views.
Restaurant serving elevated Greek cuisine with foraged herbs.
Small spa offering forest-inspired treatments.
Hiking and mountain biking trails begin directly from the property.
Seasonal cooking classes and guided foraging available.
Arcadia
Set in a hushed fir forest high in Arcadia’s mountains, Manna is a restored 1920s sanatorium turned design-forward alpine retreat, where minimalist lines, tactile materials, and the scent of pine create a cinematic stillness. Days here move at a gentle pace—morning hikes to glassy streams, slow meals by the fire, and nights under a sky thick with stars.
Location: Gortynia, Arcadia
Price: ~€250/night
Vibe: Modern, serene, forest-chic
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Best visited between May and October for optimal weather.
No children under 12, keeping the atmosphere calm and quiet.
The property sources honey from a single Arcadian beekeeper who has supplied the village for three generations.
Kinsterna
Located a 10-minute drive from Monemvasia’s medieval town.
51 rooms and suites blending historic architecture with modern touches.
Multiple dining venues serving hyper-local Peloponnesian menus.
Seasonal wine, olive oil, and soap-making workshops on-site.
Two outdoor pools, including an adults-only option.
Laconia
On a hillside just outside Monemvasia’s medieval walls, Kinsterna pairs the romance of a 700-year-old Byzantine estate with refined hospitality, surrounded by vineyards, olive groves, and timeless Peloponnesian charm. Stone courtyards open to sweeping views of the Aegean, and every corner feels steeped in centuries of history.
Location: San Pantaleo, northeast Sardinia
Price: €450–€1400+ per night
Vibe: Off-grid barefoot luxury with an international wellness touch
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Spa with traditional hammam and herbal treatments.
Organic produce sourced from the hotel’s estate gardens.
Family-friendly but with adult-only corners for quiet.
Guests can join the harvest of the hotel’s own grapes in late summer and help produce the estate wine.
Kalesma
25 suites and villas with private terraces and heated plunge pools
Pere Ubu restaurant serves elevated Mediterranean dishes in a sculptural setting
Sunrise and sunset views framed by architectural greenery
Discreet service tuned to anticipate your needs
Fitness studio and on-demand yoga accessible only to guests
Private driver and seamless in-villa dining arrangements
Mykonos
Kalesma brings a sense of privacy and architecture-driven luxury to an island often defined by the scene. Suites open onto expansive terraces with private pools and sunset views, while interiors pair Greek stone and wood with custom furniture and museum-worthy art. Service is discreet yet anticipatory, and the hotel’s signature restaurant, Pere Ubu, is worth a reservation whether you’re staying here or not.
Location: Mykonos Town, Mykonos
Price: From €490/night
Vibe: Elegant, artsy, private
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Situated just a few minutes from Mykonos Town, yet entirely removed from buzz
Interior design blends bespoke furniture with local stone and textures
Aesthetic harmony with local landscape, curated for design connoisseurs
Gundari
26 cliff-carved suites and villas, most with private infinity plunge pools
Stone-based architecture echoes the imaginary Cycladic palette
Seafood-led fine dining refined with Cycladic ingredients
Sunset cocktails on a cliffside bar with dramatic sea vistas
Wellness pavilion offering massages, meditation, and yoga
Exclusive yacht charters to hidden coves
Folegandros
Carved into the raw cliffs of Folegandros, Gundari is a cinematic hideaway where sculptural minimalism meets elemental drama. Each suite feels like an architectural jewel box, hewn from local stone and glass to frame nothing but endless Aegean blue. The resort’s aesthetic restraint—smooth planes, tactile textures, and warm, dappled light—creates a mood that’s both meditative and theatrical, a rare combination that makes Gundari as much a private gallery as a place to sleep.
Location: Chora, Folegandros
Price: From €460/night
Vibe: Minimalist, sculptural, meditative
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Private pick-up Transfers from the island port included
Ultra-luxury feel despite small scale—just a few dozen guests max
Designer-led aesthetics, feature minimalism married to texture
Istoria
12 suites carved from a former stable block; spacious and curated
Storia Suite features 45 sqm terrace, outdoor hot tub, panoramic sea view
Full-service spa tucked behind minimalist design, offering facials and massages
Ground-floor lounge with sail-shaded, open-air restaurant facing the sand
Natural material textures—stone, wood, linen—texture-rich and serene
Proximity to black-sand beaches, ideal for relaxed beach days
Santorini
A serene Design Hotels retreat set directly on Perivolos Beach, Istoria embodies the island’s spirit through texture, tone, and balance. Its twelve suites are crafted with earthy hues, hand-plastered walls, and stone-washed linens, creating spaces that feel quietly exceptional and deeply connected to their volcanic setting. The overall effect is one of elegance without excess—where the rhythm of the Aegean sets the pace and every detail feels considered, timeless, and harmoniously rooted in place.
Location: Perivolos Beach, Santorini
Price: From €350/night
Vibe: Elegant, tactile, beachside luxe
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Concierge can arrange ouzo tastings, catamaran cruises, and local dinners
Quiet side of Santorini, with fewer tourists but full island access
Regularly featured in Conde Nast and Times “best new hotels” coverage
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Myconian O
Adults-only design ensures calm and intimacy throughout.
Subterranean spa carved into rock with treatments and steam bath.
Minimalist rooms, many with private plunge pool or shaded terrace.
Poolside OBar serving Mediterranean flavors with Aegean views.
Five-minute walk to Ornos Beach—accessible yet secluded.
Mykonos
Perched just above Ornos Beach, O delivers a subtle kind of grandeur—cavernous minimalism, a subterranean spa, and saltwater plunge pools paired with seamless service, all layered with Myconian sophistication. Its focus on privacy and modern design makes it one of the island’s most sought-after new addresses.
Location: Ornos Beach, Mykonos
Price: €600+ per night
Vibe: Chic, serene, ultra-contemporary
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Discreet service—breakfast, dinner, and transfers on demand.
Design Hotels member—signature aesthetic and curated experience.
Perfect for design-conscious travelers seeking elevated privacy.
Amanzoe
38 pavilions and villas, each with a private pool and expansive terrace
Private beach club, accessible via complimentary transfer
Holistic Spa offering Greek healing therapies, hydrotherapy, hammam rituals, and personalized wellness
Multiple dining venues, including a fine-dining Greek restaurant and Japanese-Mediterranean fusion concept
Fitness and recreation facilities include a gym, yoga pavilion, and tennis courts
Porto Heli
On a private Peloponnesian hilltop overlooking the Aegean, Amanzoe delivers the brand’s signature pared-back elegance—columned pavilions, marble infinity pools, and olive groves framing horizon-wide views. Equal parts wellness sanctuary and coastal hideaway, it offers a level of privacy and polish rare even by Greek luxury standards, with every moment curated to feel both expansive and intimate.
Location: Agios Panteleimonas, Porto Heli, Peloponnese
Price: €1,300/night
Vibe: Ultra-luxury, secluded, design-forward wellness
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Watersports and sailing experiences, plus private yacht charters to nearby islands
24-hour concierge team arranging everything from helicopter transfers to bespoke Peloponnesian wine tours
Child-friendly amenities on request
Parīlio
33 suites, each with private terraces
Interiors by Athens-based K-Studio, using natural textures and handcrafted details
Set near Kolymbithres and Monastiri beaches, both reachable within minutes
Outdoor pool framed by stone arches, designed as a focal point
Signature restaurant, Mr. E, serves refined Mediterranean dishes using local ingredients
Compact but well-equipped spa with treatments rooted in Greek botanicals
Paros
Set between Paros’s wild Cycladic landscapes and golden beaches, Parīlio is a sculptural retreat where raw stone walls, clean-lined Cycladic architecture, and a muted palette create a serene, design-forward sanctuary. The atmosphere blends barefoot luxury with architectural gravitas, offering the privacy and pace of a villa stay with the service and polish of a five-star hideaway.
Location: Naoussa Bay, Paros, Greece
Price: from €520 per night
Vibe: Sculptural minimalism meets Cycladic calm
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Access to curated island experiences, from private sailing to guided hikes
Sustainability-minded design with energy-efficient systems and locally sourced materials
Concierge can arrange private dining on nearby secluded beaches
Canaves Epitome
53 suites and villas, each with private heated plunge or infinity pool
Two restaurants serving modern Greek cuisine with locally sourced ingredients
Outdoor infinity pool with Aegean views
Wellness center with spa treatments and yoga pavilion
Concierge-arranged sailing tours, wine tastings, and helicopter transfers
Sunset terraces ideal for private dining experiences
Santorini
A short walk from Ammoudi Bay, Canaves Oia Epitome combines Santorini’s cinematic sunsets with airy, contemporary architecture—think lava-stone walls, whitewashed lines, and infinity pools that dissolve into the horizon. It’s the rare luxury property in Oia where every suite has both sunrise and sunset views.
Location: Oia, Santorini
Price: from €600/night
Vibe: Ultra-private, design-led island luxury
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Walking distance to Oia yet set apart from the crowds
Seasonal culinary events with guest chefs
Fully customizable romantic experiences, from yacht charters to cliffside dinners
24-hour butler service in select suites
Katikies Kirini
26 suites, all with private terraces and most featuring plunge pools overlooking the caldera
Infinity-edge main pool with uninterrupted volcano views
Anthós restaurant, serving elevated Greek cuisine with a focus on seasonal produce and paired Santorini wines
Full-service spa with caldera-facing treatment rooms and a hammam
Curated island experiences, from private yacht charters and wine tours to guided archaeological excursions
Santorini
Perched on the cliffs of Oia, Katikies Kirini fuses Cycladic architecture with clean, contemporary lines, delivering a fresh take on the classic caldera view. Spacious suites spill out onto private terraces, most with plunge pools, while common areas are dressed in whitewashed minimalism softened by organic textures and blue-water panoramas.
Location: Oia, Santorini
Price: from €650/night
Vibe: Cliffside calm with modern Cycladic elegance
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Close to Oia’s center, while remaining in a quieter, more private area
24-hour concierge and butler service for in-suite dining and activity planning
Elegant interiors blending Cycladic curves with design-conscious detailing
Wellness offerings include yoga, pilates, and bespoke fitness sessions on request
Exclusive partnerships with local vineyards and artisans for guest-only tastings and shopping
