Best Luxury Hotels In Greece

Nestled along a private sandy shoreline on the enchanting island of Zakynthos, Greece, Porto Zante Villas & Spa is a globally acclaimed resort providing unparalleled privacy and luxury. Raised above the Ionian Sea for spectacular views, the resort elegantly harmonizes with its serene surroundings, offering guests a secluded haven to unwind, complemented by meticulous service and exclusive experiences. Guests at Porto Zante may savor a gastronomic journey in its two waterfront dining establishments, indulging in a myriad of flavors spanning Greek, Mediterranean and Japanese cuisines. The resort also offers the luxury of 24-hour In-Villa Dining and intimately romantic Private Beach Dining experiences. With amenities ranging from a private Waterfront Spa and a vibrant Kids Club to enthralling watersports and Private Yacht Excursions to renowned attractions and neighboring islands, both couples and families can immerse themselves in the best of Porto Zante. Additionally, with its stunning natural landscapes and rich history, Zakynthos unfolds as a captivating destination, providing guests with unforgettable moments.

Gatsby Athens is the newest luxury hotel to welcome guests in the historic and beautiful city. The 33-room hotel balances sophisticated design with Greek traditions whilst guests can also enjoy personalised, attentive service with one-of-a-kind food, beverage, and entertainment offerings reflecting the best of the cultural and social milieu of its downtown location. The vibe at the hotel is an energetic one that evokes the glamour of mid-1930 Athens, the Gatsby Restaurant is the main social hub of the hotel meanwhile, and Cloud 9 the rooftop garden bar offers a casual-cool atmosphere, welcoming hotel residents and guests to dine with stunning panoramic views and a glimpse of the Acropolis. Guests can also make use of the 24-hour detox GYM with the latest fitness equipment. Individual guest rooms and suites present an art-deco design; think signature pastel pink headboards and diamond-tiled showers along with state-of-the-art technology. This is more than just a place to sleep, it’s a place to play and enjoy life!

World-renowned Greek restaurant group, estiatorio Milos, is delighted to announce the opening of the very first luxurious gastronomy 5* hotel right in the heart of Athens. Combining the concept of “philoxenia” – making a stranger feel at home – with striking simplicity, the hotel will offer guests world-class hospitality. Comprising 43 individually styled rooms and suites all of which present an air of Greek elegance; think high ceilings, marble bathrooms, wooden floors, and velvet soft furnishings. The restaurant is at the heart of the hotel and offers an artistic yet authentic Mediterranean menu; showcasing the finest quality produce to perfection. Guests can also make use of the 24-hour state-of-the-art gym and the hotel’s prime location makes it the perfect base from which to explore exciting Athens.

Located centrally next to Syntagma Square, the Hotel Grande Bretagne is a luxury hotel in Athens that was originally a residence built for a wealthy businessman in 1842. In recent times the hotel has had a full multi-million revamp to restore it’s former glory and it now has an indoor and outdoor pool a spa, a restaurant, a coffee shop and a number of attractive bars including a rooftop terrace where you can soak up the atmosphere of this vibrant city.

With it’s cutting-edge modern design, The New Hotel has a unique style that made headlines when it first opened in 2011 as part of the ‘Yes!’ chain of hotels spearheaded by Dakis Iaonnou whose love of modern art is reflected in the funky, retro designs. Ultra comfortable beds are a feature, as are futuristic looking bathrooms with gold sinks that extend out into the room! The hotel has a spa, a gym and a number of excellent dining opportunities including The Art Lounge – a Mediterranean bar and restaurant on the top floor.

With a classy, sophisticated tone, this boutique hotel has a growing fan base of regular customers who love the mixture of modernistic furniture coupled with classic Greek art as illustrated in black and white photographs of ancient Greek statues. Rooms range from smaller sizes with work space and small balconies to more expensive suites each decorated in an individual style and with ample space and stunning views of the Acropolis from large balconies. Marble bathrooms come complete with luxurious Korres toiletries, and the hotel has a restaurant with a delightful interior garden for drinks, snacks or main meals.

Near to the buzzing Plaka area but secreted away on a quiet road, the AVA Hotel and Suites is a small but perfectly formed hotel that is central to all that Athens has to offer for tourists and business travellers. Suites range from regular to larger executive and exclusive options, and the latter have living area, small kitchen and a large balcony. There is a subdued luxury throughout the hotel and each of the 16 rooms resemble apartments and are furnished in a bright, fresh style. Views from the balconies include the Acropolis, Hadrian Arch and the Temple of Zeus, and a bottle of champagne is an added luxury that is presented to every guest on arrival.

This hotel is set on a slight incline that gives superb views of Mount Lycabettus from the rooftop terrace, and which is also easily accessible for those interested in an early morning or evening stroll on the slopes. The hotel has a rooftop pool bar, a gym area and many rooms have great views of the magnificent Acropolis. There is also a spa with a pilates studio, and the rooftop restaurant has an unmissable panoramic view and a whole host of truly delicious dishes, and for those hot summer months the pool bar is a cool way to enjoy a relaxing drink.

This unusually named hotel takes its inspiration from its Greek industrial past and was nominated at the 2018 World Boutique Hotel Awards. The designers have a thoughtful and ethical approach to preserving the history of the building and telling its story. All rooms have been designed using the 3 elements of construction – namely wood, cement and brick – to create a lovely effect of modern and traditional. Many rooms have amazing views of the Acropolis and city skyline.

A luxury hotel near to the lively Syntagma Square, the MET34 offers luxury suites with high-tech materials and a central position in the hub of the main shopping areas and historical attractions. Rooms have king-size beds and marble bathrooms and are very spacious and ideal for groups of friends or family. The hotel is near to Syntagma and Monistiraki train stations and the location makes it easily accessible for the airport and Piraeus Port. The hotel also has a cafe-style bar and 24-hour room service.

This former government building has been transformed into a hotel that is a hybrid mixture of chic 1950s and 1960s style with ultra modern touches thrown in to create a luxurious experience for guests. The tenth floor houses a stunning roof garden with panoramic views over Athens. The hotel has two pools including one on the roof, a spa area, and one of it’s main attractions is a striking piece of artwork in the inner courtyard atrium which consists of swarming birds and bees that rise up to over 30m in height, and guests can sit and enjoy the view over a coffee.

Angsana is set on a hillside beside Benitses Bay, creating a panoramic outlook best viewed from its infinity pool. There’s also an indoor pool catering for the winter season, a spa, a salon, a gym, a kids’ club, three restaurants, multiple bars (including a sky bar), a gallery and a fashion boutique on site. A short buggy ride will bring you to the resort’s own private beach with clear waters and a casual eatery. The hotel, which encompasses Asian hospitality along with Greek, has 159 contemporary rooms and suites, as well as 37 villa homes. Designed in keeping with the local architectural style, it is surrounded by gardens with olive tree groves.

This adults-only resort is nestled at the base of a hill, wrapped in a five-century-old Venetian olive grove and overlooking the neighbouring bay. Modern yet regal, art-filled and often bringing the outside in, the hotel’s interiors have been designed by Kristina Zanic. Guests are greeted by a white marble lobby, with a grand piano, a gold mosaic path leading to the promenade and an olive tree, but the glamour doesn’t stop there; suites have features like private pools and jacuzzis. Guests can dine at the Raw Bar, on the degustation menu at Markis, or at one of the stunning pool bars.

Just half an hour from Corfu Town, this five-star beachfront establishment has repeatedly been named one of the top 10 Resorts in Greece and Europe at the Conde Nast Traveller Readers Choice Awards. Guests have the opportunity to board a romantic dinner cruise or eat onsite at the Deck Bar & Grill, Comodo (Italian cuisine), Platea (Greek food), Kum Kuat (Pan Asian) or Celeste (French Provençale). Your bedroom will have a terrace or balcony, with views of either the sea, the mountains or landscaped gardens. Toddlers, children and teens have their own programmes of activities, overseen by Worldwide Kids UK childcare specialists, and they’ll love the hotel’s waterpark.

Located beneath pine and cypress-covered cliffs, this is the only luxury resort found on the sought-after blue flag awarded Glyfada beach. It’s an already magical setting augmented by fragrant gardens and Corfiot-style architecture. A creche and kids’ club takes their cue from the Montessori approach and two-bedroom suites cater ably for family groups. But couples too will love the sense of retreat here, with a fine dining restaurant and a romantic seafront taverna adding to the appeal. There are more restaurants besides and three bars, all following the gentle theme of Odysseus’ journey and time on Corfu.