Best Luxury Hotels in Greece

Grecotel’s LUXME Daphnila Bay is set on the exclusive Kommeno peninsula, a standout amongst Mediterranean resort developments. This resort boasts a prime spot overlooking the tranquil Dassia Bay, surrounded by fragrant olive, cypress, and pine trees. One of its major attractions is the protected sandy beach, offering year-round swimming without the need for umbrellas, thanks to the natural shade provided by tree-lined lawns. Guests stay in a selection of accommodation types; from guest rooms, suites and bungalow-style villas, tucked among the lush gardens and towering trees.

A sports enthusiast’s paradise, the resort features seven tennis courts and a padel court, complete with coaching, along with many other sporting activities including a freshwater pool, children’s pool and a heated indoor pool. Watersports like snorkelling and water polo are readily available, and the waterpark at the sister resort Costa Botanica offers additional fun.

Dining options include six a la carte restaurants and casual spots for light bites and snacks. Guests can enjoy sailing trips around the peninsula to explore other Grecotel properties and visit Danilia Village, a reconstructed 1930s Corfiot village built by Grecotel to celebrate local culture and provide unique dining experiences. The hotel is family-friendly however there is an adult-only zone at the beach, and at Antica Cucina restaurant whilst Gattopardo’s fine-dining restaurant is adults-only.

King Jason Zante, an adults-only, all-inclusive lifestyle hotel is the latest addition to the five-star Exclusive Collection by Louis Hotels. Situated in a tranquil location overlooking Tsilivi Bay, it features extraordinary modern architecture shaded by indigenous olive trees, serving as a floating tribute to the power of water. This unique setting, with its elemental magnificence of water, air, sun-warmed earth, and ancient trees, makes it easy to embrace the pleasures of slow living.

Surrounded by 10,000 m² of shimmering water and nestled in the captivating beauty of Zakynthos. At King Jason Zante, the dining experience is paramount. Guests can enjoy elevated Eastern Mediterranean cuisine at Haroūb, celebrating the subtle sharing dishes of the Levant, or dive into the vibrant world of Peruvian fusion at Pisco, where culinary excitement and diverse flavours pay homage to ancient Peruvian traditions.

The Purai Spa offers a range of techniques and therapies aimed at optimising wellness and introducing easy new habits that guests can incorporate into their daily routines. The spa provides a transformative experience with a Slowness Coach, guiding visitors to discover a slower pace through morning meditations in the olive groves, silent reflective olive leaf-picking, tea rituals, yoga, and gentle stretching practices. King Jason Zante is a destination for those seeking to slow down, reconnect with nature, and indulge in the finer things in life.

Located heart of Halkidiki, mainland Greece, the newly refurbished five-star Cora Hotel & Spa redefines luxury and tranquillity. The hotel offers 181 luxury rooms and suites, some featuring private or shared pools with sea or forest views. Guests can choose between areas designed for adults and families with children over 12, ensuring tailored experiences for all. The property boasts two outdoor pools, a secluded private beach, and a serene spa that includes a sauna, hammam (Turkish bath), three treatment rooms, and a pool bathed in natural light. The spa’s meticulously designed treatments aim to immerse guests in profound relaxation, providing an unparalleled retreat for the mind, body, and spirit.

The property’s architecture is a harmonious blend of modern comfort and local heritage. The exterior, marked by narrow windows and earthy tones, draws inspiration from local monasteries and Byzantine arches, while the contemporary interior seamlessly merges luxury with functionality. Culinary delights are a highlight at Cora Hotel & Spa, with four diverse dining options and three bars. Executive chef George Stylianoudakis oversees the culinary vision, ensuring menus feature locally sourced, high-quality produce. Guests can savour modern Mediterranean and Greek dishes at the main buffet restaurant, enjoy a unique Japanese-Mediterranean fusion at the Greek Tavern, dine on Italian cuisine, or grab refreshments from a food truck. The hotel’s bars, including one by the pool and another within the infinity pool, offer signature cocktails and trendy floating trays for an exceptional experience.

Cora Hotel & Spa is situated just moments away from the picturesque village of Afitos and a mere 40-minute drive from Thessaloniki International Airport, the main gateway for UK travellers. The hotel is surrounded by lush landscapes and crystalline waters, offering stunning views of the Kassandra Gulf. Guests have a wide variety of experiences to choose from, including on-site cocktail masterclasses, wine and olive tasting sessions, hands-on cooking lessons, full-day fishing cruises, sightseeing tours of Afitos village, trekking excursions, winery visits, and sunset boat trips.

Avant Mar, a 5-star beach resort that blends modern design with the tranquil essence of Greek culture, has opened its doors on Paros, an island known for its exclusive allure in Greece. Located merely a five-minute stroll from the quaint village of Naoussa and a short walk from Piperi Beach, where guests can enjoy complimentary sunbeds. This elegant Cycladic hotel features 38 rooms designed with minimalist elegance, including seven suites equipped with private plunge pools. At the heart of the resort lies a serene 180-foot swimming pool with views across the Aegean Sea, crafted cocktails on hand and a relaxed vibe. Dining options include the island’s premiere restaurant inspired by Nobu, an all-day dining venue with a laid-back atmosphere, and a pastry shop that showcases the richness of Greek culinary traditions. The resort’s wellness space, combines indoor comfort with outdoor tranquillity, offering spa and beauty treatments in partnership with the prestigious Cinq Mondes brand. Guests can also enjoy outdoor Yoga and Pilates sessions.

Santo Mine Oia Suites by Santo Collection is set within the cliffs of Oia, Santorini at the site of an old stone mine above Ammoudi Bay and overlooks the sparkling Aegean Sea. Each of the 37 suites offer guests either a private pool or Jacuzzi and stunning views. The accommodation embraces the distinctive colours, air, and light for which Santorini is rightfully renowned and the fresh and natural palette extends throughout the entire resort. From fine dining to relaxed alfresco appetisers, and wine-tasting to bespoke candlelit dinners guests can enjoy a range of cuisine and culinary experiences. The resort promotes a “passionate living” ethos, drawing on the area’s natural beauty to inspire exploration—whether on land, at sea, or within the nearby village of Oia. The resort welcomes guests aged 12 and older, ensuring a serene environment for all visitors.

Domes Novos Santorini, Autograph Collection, features 50 suites and two villas, each equipped with its own private pool and terrace, designed to maximise enjoyment of Santorini’s famous sunsets and views spanning local vineyards and the Aegean Sea. Situated in the Tholos region on the island’s north-western edge, the hotel provides a relaxed retreat that allows for more genuine exploration and engagement with the local community and surroundings, away from the typical tourist throngs. Kiros Pagkalidis Architects skillfully integrated Cycladic elegance with sustainability, utilising regional materials such as volcanic stone and blonde oak to forge a refined architectural harmony between outdoor and indoor settings, enhanced by Olivia Siskou’s tranquil interior design in a palette of fresh whites, ashy greys, and vibrant terracotta accents. The hotel boasts a variety of authentic local dining experiences, including vineyard tours and interactive cooking classes. Vatanee, the onsite restaurant helmed by innovative Head Chef Dionysis Anastopoulos, focuses on bringing people together with meals that draw inspiration from Greek culture, the land, and the sea. Additionally, the Soma Spa ‘The Refined’ combines age-old Greek spa traditions with modern techniques, featuring volcanic-inspired therapies.

The Canaves Collection, a family-owned boutique hotel group in Santorini, Greece, celebrates its 40th anniversary with the unveiling of Canaves Ena, a newly transformed hotel from its original 17th-century wine caves. The Canaves Ena features 18 meticulously designed suites, embodying elegant minimalism with natural tones that harmonize with the Cycladic architecture. Notably romantic, each suite offers a private veranda and infinity pool with stunning views of the Aegean Sea. The hotel also introduces Adami, a restaurant serving authentic Greek dishes made from generations-old recipes. The Chaidemenos family’s deep connection to Oia and their dedication to ‘philoxenia’ ensures a memorable and heartfelt experience for guests.

Situated a stone’s throw away from the sea on the picturesque Grecian Island of Zakynthos (commonly known as Zante), Lesante Classic Hotel & Spa – a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts – is the perfect setting for a luxurious stay away.On top of its seaside location in the Tsivili village, the Lesante’s remarkably designed rooms, as well as the pool and spa facilities offer the impeccable service and relaxation needed to achieve that 5-star moment. Treatments range from aloe hydration and vitamin c facials to antistress and hot stone massages to help relieve you of all the stress from back home. While taking care of yourself body and mind, you can find yourself eating the food of the gods at the Ambrosia Restaurant or enjoying the charmingly soft sounds at the Lounge Piano Bar, after soaking in the beautiful sun and revelling in the bustling atmosphere that the area has to offer.

Verina Terra is conveniently located just steps from the shores of Platis Gialos beach. This setting places guests of its 11 rooms, suites, and apartments amidst olive groves, with the sea directly ahead, and within an easy walk of the legendary seaside taverns that make Sifnos a culinary haven. Enjoy a yoga session on the deck, enveloped by olive trees, or unwind by the pool while enjoying some of the island’s finest cocktails. Guests can also opt for a picnic lunch prepared with fresh produce from the on-site herb and vegetable garden to enjoy at the beach. Whatever your choice of relaxation, combining sun, sea, and Sifnos is sure to delight.

Verina Astra captivates its guests with its panoramic vistas of the Aegean sea and hillside sky-sweeping location, the hotel is named after the Greek word for stars. Each of its 16 rooms offers equally breathtaking views, and the infinity pool stretches into endless azure. While you might be tempted to spend your day relaxing in this serene sanctuary, which is also home to a relaxing spa with treatments inspired by local flora, the quaint cobblestone streets of the nearby Cycladic village of Artemonas are just as inviting. If adventure calls, you can follow the hiking trails that meander through the nearby area and lead either to a secluded beach or up to a chapel where local festivals are celebrated. For those interested in cultural immersion, cooking classes, photo safaris, and visits to pottery workshops are readily available and can be organised by the hotel team. Dining at Verina Astra is a culinary delight, any time of day, with menus that perfectly showcase the tastes and flavours of the Aegean which can be enjoyed in the restaurant, by the pool or from the comfort of your own veranda. This is a true gem of a boutique hotel.

Sun worshippers are treated to direct access to a private beach when they check into the Sheraton Rhodes Resort. This sleek and modern hotel is set with a number of spacious and stylish guest rooms and suites that have been created in a minimalistic style and boast floor-to-ceiling windows and smart parquet floors. The suites also come complete with living areas and impressive amenities like VIP check-in. by far the pick of the bunch is the exclusive Aegean Suite Sea View, which is set on the top three floors of the hotel.

Built around a large and lovely saltwater swimming pool, this elegant hotel is set right next to the sea and boasts a fresh and breezy look and feel. The rooms and suites are spread across five buildings to provide plenty of privacy and bright white is the main colour that is used throughout the hotel complex. Each of the 263 rooms boasts plenty of luxurious touches from the huge beds and large picture windows to the range of first class amenities that guests are treated to. Couples will never need to venture far from the luxury and privacy of their room as Nespresso machines and around the clock room service are provided, while the Sea View bungalows offer VIPS the chance to stroll straight down to the sand without ever having to meet any of the other guests.