Best Luxury Hotels in Greece

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.

Set on the northern coast of Crete close to the island capital, Heraklion, the beach-front resort Pnoé Breathing Life has been designed as a calming yet contemporary resort in which to enjoy the best Cretan dining experiences alongside island adventures and exceptional well-being programmes. Pnoé (translates as the breath of life in Greek) comprises 60 suites, all with private pools, and modernist décor which has been inspired by the island’s natural beauty using subdued colour palettes and materials such as wood and stone with warm earthy tones flowing throughout the communal spaces. The dining experiences here showcase Cretan cuisine at its best and focus on high-quality local produce. Guests can enjoy a fine-dining experience or something more casual such as sushi, snacks and smoothies by the pool. And an absolute must is to take in the sunset with a cocktail or two on the rooftop bar. Part of the new Greek-owned MK Hotel Collection, well-being is central to the guest experience at Pnoé and guests will have access to a variety of recovery programmes to help them achieve their well-being goals; from improving fitness, nurturing inner health or simply slowing down to reset. Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Zerobody and Breathwork therapy, alongside a state-of-the-art fitness facility and a Guest Relation Service are all available to ensure a personalised experience.

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.

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.

On a hillside looking out to the pure blue Aegean Sea and beside the famed Psarou Beach, is the boutique hotel Alissachni Mykonos. Offering all-suite accommodation and peaceful, barefoot luxury, the intimate adults-only retreat (ages 14 plus) is the perfect couples’ hideaway.

The luxurious, 5-star Nikki Beach Resort & Spa lies on Santorini’s southeast coast alongside the black sands of Monolithos beach. There are 62 lavish rooms and suites on offer – 35 of which boast a private pool with 13 featuring a private jacuzzi – with the Ultra Suite providing spectacular vistas overlooking the Aegean Sea from a private patio. Guests can unwind at the tranquil Beach Club or indulge in the treatments on offer at Nikki Spa or Outdoor Spa Cabana. There is a fully equipped fitness facility at Tone Gym where yoga, Pilates and HIIT classes are There are a range of exquisite dining options and room service available. A unique shopping experience is also available at Vilebrequin Boutique. Nikki Beach Resort & Spa, Santorini is a contemporary sanctuary, perfect for hosting a picture-perfect wedding ceremony and celebration on the iconic, volcanic island. The resort is in an ideal location to enjoy the sun, sea, and sky while exploring the whitewashed villages and touring the island on land or at sea.

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.

Translating as “Fairytale”, Racconto is a magical escape, reserved exclusively for adults. There are eight bedrooms and three suites, with views of the Epirus Mountains. Stay here and you’ll be just 900 meters from the centre of Parga and steps from the sands. The public areas comprise a central swimming pool with a lounge cocktail bar/breakfast area and a meditation zone surrounded by olive trees, overlooking the swimming pool. iPads are available for guest use on request and bespoke excursions can be arranged. Breakfast here is a very special affair; each item tells a story from a nearby area or region. Racconto Boutique Design Hotel was recognised at the Luxury Travel Guide Awards, under the category of New Luxury Hotel of the Year.

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.

Recently opened (in spring 2022), this is the first Curio Collection by Hilton hotel in Santorini and the group’s second to arrive in the Greek islands. With a true barefoot luxury vibe, the on-trend, low-rise whitewashed property sits right beside a private beach, with a waterside bar and restaurant. Inside Sea Breeze, is a further restaurant and bar, a spa and a fitness suite. Each of the 37 bedrooms and duplexes comes with a private terrace, a hot tub or pool, minibar, coffee machine and airy decors such as stone walls, rattan light fittings and organic wooden furnishings.

Stay in a late 18th-century olive oil mill where your standalone suite will include either a private pool and garden or a sundeck. Sophisticated yet earthy, the decor is contemporary and in keeping with the rural surroundings – much like Flya, the hotel’s all-day fine dining restaurant. The ocean-view pool area is akin to a natural lagoon – albeit with plush loungers and the Olibar bar and eatery serving tasty meze. Tailor-made in-room private spa treatments are available for the VIP pamper experience and you can work out in the fitness centre.

Odera, Tinos, an Autograph Collection hotel is nestled in a secluded bay with a private beach amidst the island’s dramatic landscape, the hotel boasts 77 guestrooms and pool suites, a spacious spa covering 280 sqm, and a private beach club. A model of authenticity, Odera showcases sleek architecture by Panos Nikolaidis of Tconstructions, with interiors by Studio Bonarchi. The design ethos is focused on celebrating Tinos’ traditions, local artisans, and producers. The commitment to preserving the environment and supporting local craftsmanship is evident throughout, from traditional Tinian stonework to authentic pigeonholes, highlighting the island’s natural beauty and heritage. The hotel’s culinary offerings honour Tinos’ rich gastronomic heritage, with menus crafted by the esteemed Greek Chef Dimitris Skarmoutsos, who excels in the art of ‘simple done well’. Each Autograph Collection hotel offers “The Mark” – a unique experience that leaves a lasting impression on its guests. At Odera, this is embodied in the opportunity for guests to create their own aromatic candles during their stay, guided by a local candle artisan.