Cycladic splendour, volcanic seascapes and ancient beauty as far as the eye can see: your summer romance with Santorini starts now.
Sky-splitting sunsets and Grecian architecture draw loved-up couples from around the globe to this famous isle, but it’s the utter luxuriousness of Santorini's resorts that keep people coming back year after year. The sheer beauty of Santorini cannot be captured through mere photography – its glory must be witnessed in person, preferably with a cocktail in hand.
Read on to discover the most luxurious five-star hotels and resorts that capture Santorini’s ancient inclination towards the finer things in life.
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Grace Hotel
Perched high on a coastal cliff face overlooking the stunning Aegean Sea, Grace Hotel boasts incredible views from every angle. Perfect for those looking for romance, the views are made even more memorable thanks to Varoulko Santorini, the resort’s own Michelin-starred restaurant serving curated Greek dishes from the island’s freshest produce. A dining experience here can't be beaten as the sky shifts into the pink and apricot shades of sunset.
Nobu Hotel Santorini
Internationally revered, the Nobu name is synonymous with luxury for good reason. A universal experience only amplified by breathtaking ocean views, Nobu Hotel Santorini upholds this reputation with a side of up-market Greek island style. The hotel’s traditional Cycladic architecture juts out from the cliffside, where guests unwind poolside with a margarita in hand or within the serene walls of its full-service spa. World-famous dishes and the freshest seafood are also on offer at the hotel’s own Nobu restaurant, where South American flavours meet mouthwatering Japanese cuisine against a magical Aegean backdrop.
Santo Pure Luxury Suites & Spa
What’s more luxurious than sipping champagne in your private pool or jacuzzi as rolling waves crash against the volcanic cliff face? Well, that’s just the tip of the indulgence iceberg at Santo Pure Luxury Suites & Spa. Slink away to a serene villa carved into the island’s world-famous cliff face and step out on your private veranda to admire the turquoise caldera below. New levels of tranquility await at the award-winning Anassa Spa, followed by Mediterranean culinary delights at Alios Ilios as the sun makes its glorious descent.
Katikies Garden Santorini
Tucked between rows of cerulean-capped, white-washed architecture, is one of the island’s most coveted gems: Katikies Garden Santorini. One of the Leading Hotels of the World, this five-star resort lies within a converted monastery that blends Santorini’s eclectic charm with sleek, modern touches. A dip in the hotel’s infinity pool that juts from the volcanic precipice makes you feel at one with the magnificent rolling cliff faces and never-ending blue waters. Immerse yourself in deeply energising experiences at A.SPA, or wander the rounded hallways to the hotel’s Selene Restaurant for a romantic meal in one of the island’s finest dining rooms.
Santorini Secret Suites and Spa
Tucked along the cliff edge of an ancient sunken volcano, Santorini Secret Suites and Spa feels intimate and opulent all at once. Sip the day away beside the private pool of your villa, overlooking panoramic vistas of Aegean blue. Mediterranean bites and glasses of the island’s finest wine await at Black Rock Restaurant, best enjoyed as the sun-soaked sky fills with orange hues.
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Feature image: Nobu Hotel Santorini.
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