Address: Main Street, Oía 847 02, Greece
Photo: Courtesy of Kapari
Built on the highest point of the caldera cliffs in the central west just south of Oia sits one of Santorini’s oldest villages, Imerovigli. Now an upmarket neighborhood with equally–if not, arguably, the best sunset views on the island–Imerovigli offers a quieter alternative to the bustling Oia. Imerovigli boasts its own array of local restaurants and chic upmarket cafés, as well as luxury hotels, such as the adult-only Kapari Natural Resort, where the hotel’s Cycladic blueprint is characterized by traditional curvy rooms and corridors, built-in furniture, neutral hues, and unspoiled majestic sunsets, best experienced from the property’s upscale wine restaurant.
Amenities: Restaurant, bar, pool, shuttle service, family rooms
Editor’s tip: The hiking trail to the Venetian castle ruins on Skaros Rock, one of the most famous hikes on the island, begins directly across the street from the hotel at Theoskepasti church.
Address: Imerovigli 847 00, Greece
If you prefer a more centrally located stay outside of the tourist hub, Noūs Santorini is situated in the upmarket village of Mesaria, surrounded by historic neoclassical mansions and traditional cave homes. Noūs is spread across a lush green landscape enveloped by natural vegetation, making it the perfect place for a restorative wellness trip. The expansive property features two restaurants, two bars, a spa, and a designated alfresco yoga area and fire pit—all of which form the nucleus for the various communal gatherings held across the property to encourage social interaction.
Amenities: Free parking, valet parking, restaurant, wine cellar, pool, spa, beauty salon, adjoining rooms, wood-burning fireplace, rooftop terrace bar
Editor’s tip: Don’t miss a visit to the Noūs Vitamin Bar, where you can choose from a selection of nutritious and wholesome meals (think fresh salads, cereal bars, juices, and smoothies) to enjoy on the spot or grab-and-go.
Address: Epar.Od. Firon-Ormou Perissis, Mesaria 847 00, Greece