Located in the blissfully beautiful village of Imerovigli, on Greece’s most photogenic island of Santorini is a little piece of paradise, between sea and sky – the exclusive boutique hotel of Grace Santorini, with unbroken views over Santorini’s famous volcanic Caldera.
Carved from a hilltop and included in the Conde Nast Traveller Gold List 2012 for Best Location in Europe, this graceful property appeals to those looking for a special relaxing and romantic escape with a sense of privacy and unmatched serenity. This is where luxury top-notch service, white-on-white designer interiors and the finest food and drink ever combine to create a truly dreamscape atmosphere sure to leave visitors with unforgettable memories and the wish to return!
The hotel provides a contemporary interpretation of vernacular architecture: economy of space, radical simplicity and organic forms and offers 13 rooms and 7 all-white suites, simple in decor, but with quality amenities and facilities to satisfy the needs of even the most discerning visitor. The basic rooms are generously sized, with king-size beds, sumptuous toweling robes and Korres toiletries and most of them feature plunge pools, while in a junior suite a private terrace is added as well.
New to the hotel’s property in 2012 is ‘The Villa,’ one of the largest and most majestic hotel suites in the Greek Islands that accommodates two couples in a stunning 200 square meters of interior and exterior luxury. The ultimate expression of the Grace experience offered from Luxury Choice Concierge Team, The Villa comes with its own private spa and kitchen, a huge, elegantly designed pool and extensive areas for sunbathing.
The tastefully furnished restaurant with magnificent views over the Aegean Sea, pool bar serving cocktails and refreshments with beautifully prepared light meals, fitness center and treatment room complete the picture. Moreover, facing the property, the famous breathtaking Skaros Rock seems totally integrated to hotel. Sunsets and swimming pools are far from being standard when it comes to Grace Santorini. Guests are welcomed to enjoy a relaxing float in the luxurious infinity pool, while one of the world’s most beautiful evenings unfolds as the sun sets across the sea.
For those seeking adventure and entertainment, the hotel is happy to arrange seafaring or even aerial tours of the island and its picturesque surroundings. There are some ancient Greek sites to explore, including Kamari and Skaros Rock. Visitors can also hire bikes and jeeps to discover the island or flop on one of the untouched beaches and let the world go by.
Santorini (Thira) can be easily reached by plane or ferry and it approximately takes a 45 minutes’ flight from Athens. Please note that Grace Santorini is open seasonally, April through October and is adult-oriented welcoming children above the age of fourteen. A three night minimum is also required.
The hotel’s excellent staff, led by host couple Martina and Joseph, who know when to pamper and when to be unobtrusive, will delight every guest with their professional service, making your stay a truly luxurious experience to cherish forever!
