Best Urban Hotels in Greece

Once a classical mansion house, this 19th-century property is now a 10-bedroom five-star hotel at the heart of the city; its facade features authentic shutters and wrought iron balconies. Restored by designer Empi Spathi and influenced by the Bauhaus and Danish modernist approaches, the heritage spaces are adorned with fine walnut finishings, marble floors, Calligaris rugs, Varagis furniture, deep earthy tones and beds with Coco Mat mattresses. Outside, an oasis-like Mediterranean garden and a secret courtyard shrouded by lantern-hung trees, set the scene for atmospheric al fresco dining, evocative of a bygone era.

The Academias Hotel, Autograph Collection is a lavish boutique hotel in the heart of Athens and is conveniently located within walking distance of some of the city’s most iconic landmarks. The hotel is comprised of deluxe guestrooms and suites featuring the spacious One-bedroom Suite. On-site dining is available at the idyllic NYX Rooftop Japanese Fusion Gastro Bar with its panoramic views over the city and the Acropolis. Guests can also dine in the tempting Symposium Restaurant and unwind in Plato Bar & Lounge. Guests are invited to indulge in a treatment at Pnoes Spa or take advantage of the excellent wellness facilities including a heated indoor lap pool. There is also a fully equipped, 24-hour fitness centre for guests to make use of. The hotel offers the perfect opportunity to relax in style while exploring this historical city.

The luxurious Athens Capital Hotel – MGallery Collection is the first of its kind in Greece and is ideally located in the heart of the historical capital where guests can explore the wonders of Athens in the very heart of Kolonaki. The hotel is comprised of 177 deluxe rooms, including 18 lavish suites, featuring the exquisite Presidential Suite. Guests are welcome to dine on site at one the delightful restaurants and lounges which feature the unrivalled rooftop infinity pool bar, Mappemonde. There is a state-of-the-art fitness facility in the hotel for guest use as well as virtual training and wellness videos. The hotel’s location in the high-end Kolonaki area is perfect for the personalised shopping tour which takes you through the best shopping streets with a designated Fashion Expert and Stylist. The hotel showcases a beautiful and unique art collection which can be found all throughout the building.

Anthology of Athens is a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and can be found in the heart of Greece’s capital. The hotel is comprised of a collection of contemporary and comfortable guestrooms and suites featuring the exquisite Zeus Presidential suite with its spacious balcony complete with a jacuzzi overlooking the Acropolis and the Temple of Olympian Zeus. Guests can choose from two on-site dining venues serving fine dining at The Botany restaurant with its outdoor garden area and modern local cuisine in the Peristyle Bistro with its luminous atrium. The rejuvenating Balaneion Spa offers relaxing treatments and boasts wellness facilities including a steam room. There is also a fully equipped fitness centre. The city is full of history and the hotel’s central location allows guests to explore some of the world’s most famous landmarks with ease.

Santo Pure is nestled in the outskirts of Oia village and is tastefully decorated in the iconic Santorini style. The essence of this oasis is tranquillity and pure luxury. There are 83 serene suites and 2 villas with private pools, jacuzzis and outdoor living spaces. Each of the accommodation options offers shimmering Aegean Sea views and a secluded escape. Guests can enjoy farm-to-table Mediterranean dining at the award-winning Alios Ilios Restaurant by night with expert wine pairings and live musical accompaniments. There is also a dedicated breakfast area and the indulgent Akratos Pool Bar serving cocktails and snacks all day long. In keeping with the hotels goal to provide relaxation and a connection to nature, there are wonderful wellness and fitness facilities including Anassa Spa with its indoor pool as well as lush gardens. The hotel offers gastronomy, wellness and outdoor experiences on site and around the island.

The Modernist Athens is a sleek boutique hotel in Athens trendy Kolonaki district, blending minimalist design with warm hospitality. Set in a 1950s former embassy, its modern rooms feature bespoke furniture, oak floors, and marble bathrooms, with some offering balconies and city views. Guests can unwind on the rooftop terrace, enjoy a chic café-bar, and stay active in the fitness studio. Thoughtful details like custom playlists, organic toiletries, and locally sourced treats enhance the experience. Located near cultural landmarks, designer boutiques, and vibrant nightlife, it’s a sophisticated urban retreat for design-conscious travellers.

Situated on Santorini’s northern tip and slightly out of town, this hotel enjoys a little more tranquillity and privacy than others in the area. The ultimate in honeymoon destinations, Perivolas is a cluster of 300-year-old cave dwellings carved out of the hillside. Now forming 20 striking studios and suites, the caves are calming and minimalist in the obligatory Santorini white but with bright splashes of pink and lilac, alcove bed areas, arched windows and warm wood furniture. Some suites boast their own plunge pools, steam rooms and private terraces but there are definitely no TVs here – it’s all about relaxation! Talking of, the hotel benefits from a private yoga and Pilates studio overlooking the caldera plus an intimate spa with natural Apivita products. The hotel’s restaurant is quirkily housed in a converted wine cellar and a split-level pool terrace and serves simple Mediterranean dishes plus a wine list curated by top Greek wine-maker Panos Zoumboulis.

This compact cliffside hotel appeals thanks to its quirky individual rooms and boutique size and quality of service. Named after the year the owner’s great- bought the land and then dug two kánaves (medieval wine cellars), this lovely hotel is located at the west end of Oia. Made up of nine suites or studios, five ‘houses’ and one villa, each space is unique. Three have private whirlpools and the Irene ‘senior’ suite boasts an incredible walk-in closet and stunning vaulted ceiling. Bathrooms have a grotto-like feeling about them and feature rain showers for the perfect drench and front terraces face out onto the sparkling turquoise water. The communal pool fades into the horizon and is strikingly surrounded by exposed volcanic rock walls, contrasting with the abundance of clean white. No on-site restaurant doesn’t matter as such as you are so close to town but breakfasts (either American, English or Greek) are cooked to order.

Directly near the stunning Skaros rock formation, clinging to the cliffs of Imerovigili is the renowned Astra Suites. The hotel is decked out with a decent sized caldera-edge pool with day beds and wooden loungers, an ideal spot for soaking up the rays plus a small spa with hammam sauna for total relaxation. Although the predominant theme is still typically Greek white throughout, bathrooms are opulent in vibrant blue, green and red whilst some of the living space floors are tiled in jazzy rainbow patterns. Each room has unique art on the walls and splashes of vivacity are added through bright soft furnishings. We recommend the Pool Grade suites for ultimate privacy and your own private freshwater plunge pool with obligatory Aegean Sea views. Breakfast is brought to your terrace for a totally dreamy morning whilst the dusky blue restaurant offers traditional Greek dishes such as mylokópi En papillote with sunset vistas.

Located in the picturesque village of Oia, this five-star resort is made up of individual dug-out cave houses all oozing minimalist elegance. Room décor really speaks for itself here where Scandinavian cool combines with classic Aegean white and blue. Calming tones of steel grey, brown and white are in abundance and beds are decked in natural fibre soft furnishings. The 11 suites date from pre-1956 and have outdoor spaces boasting lovely views of the bay. Some even benefit from private spa tubs for soaking up the sweeping panoramas. Breakfast is served on your terrace in an hour of your choosing before guests can make use of the fair sized communal plunge-pool on the lowest terrace. Whilst the hotel doesn’t have its own restaurant, it’s just a 15-minute walk to the centre of Oia where there are plenty of options and staff are happy to make recommendations.

The Belvedere Hotel is located just on the edge of Mykonos Town; close enough for guests to soak up the cosmopolitan vibes yet removed enough to offer plenty of privacy and secluded luxury. With stunning views across the Aegean sea combined with a level of service, comfort and hospitality that is second to none it is clear to see why The Belvedere Hotel has established a reputation for being one of the most luxury hotels on the beautiful Greek island of Mykonos.

Found in an area protected by the Greek Ministry of Culture, Mykonos Theoxenia has a history dating back to the middle of the last century. The interior design takes its cue from Cycladic culture, with natural textures, sculpture and warm tones, while the exterior was built in a post-modern style. Oozing Aegean chic, it brims with a sense of effortless luxury, with a relaxed coastal feel. Mykonos Theoxenia has four signature suites with private swimming pools and terraces, 38 bedrooms, 100 square metres of olive groves, orchards and gardens, a Mediterranean restaurant serving healthy, nourishing dishes and regular mind and body sessions.