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La Divina Athens offers a central location in the historic Thessio neighborhood, an ideal base for exploring the heart of the city. Set within a neoclassical-style building that was once the Odeon Athenaeum music hall, it was built in honor of Maria Callas (La Divina) and hosts just 12 uniquely designed suites. All feature views of the Ancient Agora or the Acropolis. Standard amenities include flat-screen TVs, minibars, complimentary bottled water, coffeemakers, and bathrooms with name-brand toiletries, robes and slippers. Some of the higher-end suites have indoor or outdoor Jacuzzis.

While there is no restaurant on-site, breakfast can be enjoyed in the courtyard or delivered to your room. There are two highly recommended modern eateries serving Greek cuisine and local wines just steps away.

As a small boutique hotel the emphasis is on personalized service and location with facilities limited. Concierge services are available and staff can even arrange for a car rental, while the courtyard provides a pleasant place to relax.

Overview

Located in a converted apartment building in Athens’ historic center, this intimate, stylish hotel boasts an enviable location beneath the shadow of the Acropolis, providing a contemporary urban oasis for exploring the ancient sites. The geometric black-and-white marble floors and walls with prints of ancient Greek sculptures and vibrant tapestries in the glass-fronted lobby give it a sophisticated look while minimalist rooms feature furnished balconies, some with an Acropolis view. All suites come with an Acropolis view along with separate living rooms and bedrooms. The complimentary breakfast served in the Brasserie Modern, is a great way to fuel up, complete with fresh, made-to-order items. After a day of sightseeing, you can soothe those sore muscles with an in-room massage. On the rooftop terrace, you’ll find Sense, a fine-dining restaurant that serves creative Greek cuisine.

Overview

The romantic Milos Breeze is an adult-only boutique hotel that sits on a cliff boasting panoramic views of the Aegean Sea. It offers minimalist Cycladic-style accommodation with modern conveniences and sea views. Every room and suite has its own private balcony or terrace along with ultra-luxe bathrooms, robes, slippers, and high-end bath products. Upgraded options have spa baths, but for your own private plunge pool, book a suite. You’ll find a gorgeous infinity pool on the grounds with comfy loungers where you can relax while sipping a cool drink and enjoying a fabulous sea view. A generous complimentary breakfast is served daily on the sea view terrace or in your room, featuring traditional cuisine including organic honey and Greek yogurt. While there isn’t an on-site restaurant, room service is available.

Domes White Coast Milos is an adults-only boutique hotel tucked away on the island’s quiet northern coast. With sweeping views of the Aegean Sea and the iconic white cliffs of Sarakiniko, the hotel offers a calm, design-forward escape that feels both private and connected to nature. Each suite comes with its own plunge pool and terrace, inviting guests to slow down and take in the surrounding beauty.

Dining is a highlight, with Makris Restaurant offering refined Mediterranean cuisine that blends bold flavors with creative presentation. Whether enjoyed poolside or at sunset, every meal complements the hotel’s relaxed yet sophisticated atmosphere.

Located in the heart of Folegandros at the entrance to Ano Meria, Provalma is a family-run boutique hotel renowned for its stunning sea views. Set within traditional Cycladic architecture, it has just five suites, all designed in the classic island style while featuring private balconies or terraces with sea or pool views, comfortable Coco Mat beds, fully-equipped kitchens, flat-screen TVs, and en-suite bathrooms with robes, slippers, and Korres toiletries.

A highly-rated breakfast is delivered to your room each morning, featuring local specialties, including fresh yogurt, fruit, cheeses, homemade pies, pastries, juices, and great coffee. There is a small bar on-site for unwinding with a drink among picturesque surroundings. As accommodations include kitchens for making your own meals, there isn’t a restaurant on-site, but when you don’t want to cook, there are many dining options just a short walk away in Ano Meria.

The property also includes a sparkling infinity pool with loungers and panoramic sea views, lush gardens, and easy access to nearby beaches. Yoga classes are hosted, and bicycles can be rented right on-site.

An ultra-luxe eco-conscious retreat atop rugged cliffs overlooking the sea at the end of a bumpy coastal road, Gundari Resort blends nature with Cycladic design. It hosts 27 minimalist suites and villas, all of which have private solar-heated infinity pools, Pioneer turntables with a selection of vinyl albums, minibars, and panoramic sea views. The deluxe suites were built right into the cliff, with infinity pools looking as if they’re melting into the endless blue of the Aegean.

Dining is a treat at the Orizon, with panoramic sea views and a contemporary Greek menu created by a renowned Michelin-starred chef that can be paired with fine local and international wines. Many ingredients are sourced right from the resort’s garden. For a unique experience, guests can select their own produce for a bespoke sunset dinner right on the farm. At the main bar and swim-up bar, talented mixologists serve artisanal concoctions perfect for sipping while watching the sun go down.

Gundari’s spa clings to the cliffs, surrounded by the sea, an idyllic setting for healing therapies focused on ancient Greek traditions while using wild-harvested native herbs. Sound baths and wellness classes, including yoga and meditation, are just a few of the other offerings.

An adults-only hideaway, Nos Hotel & Villas offers a luxury escape on the southern coast of Sifnos within a 10-minute walk of three sandy beaches. Enjoy an intimate stay with just 18 rooms and suites, all elegantly appointed and spacious, opening up to private balconies, terraces, or courtyards overlooking the garden or sea for indoor/outdoor living. Complemented with modern amenities, they also come with espresso machines, minibars, flat-screen satellite TVs, robes and slippers. The NOS Junior Suite even has its own private plunge pool and loungers. 

NOS The Restaurant offers an open space for dining with an airy feel and picturesque views. The menu is dominated by local and regional ingredients, showcasing products from the island and from throughout the Cyclades, such as lobster with orzo and slow-cooked lamb. A Greek breakfast is served here too, featuring items like a Sifnian spin on eggs florentine with feta and wild greens, Greek yogurts, and locally made cheeses. There’s also a wine cellar with Greek and international wines.

The large outdoor sea-view pool serves as the main hub of the property, with a poolside bar popular for socializing. You’ll also find an open-air spa with a sea view and a well-equipped, open-air gym.

A very high-end “glamping” hotel on the Athenian Riviera, 91 Athens Riviera offers accommodation in 28 beachfront cabanas, or “Luxents,” all of which include deck space, an individual pool area, and a stunning view of the coast. Each one combines sophisticated comforts with the beauty of the outdoors, featuring super king-size canopy beds, lavish en-suite bathrooms, and lots of upscale extras like bespoke sleep masks, pillow sprays, Marshall speakers, exercise mats, and foam rollers.

Fine dining can be enjoyed at Barbarossa with a focus on Mediterranean-inspired gastronomy utilizing traditional Aegean ingredients. Some dishes have an Asian twist, and there’s also a full menu of sushi. Light bites and drinks can be enjoyed at the clubhouse, or head to the open-air bar at the beachside for refreshing sunset cocktails.

While many accommodations include a private plunge pool, there’s also a shared heated outdoor pool. At the Soma Spa, enjoy treatments inspired by ancient healing methods. There’s also a gym, with the fitness programs a highlight, including Pilates and yoga classes, mobility sessions, swimming lessons, and even kid-friendly beach workouts. Personal trainers are even on call for tailored workouts.

Located along the Athens Riviera above Lake Vouliagmeni, Grecotel The Roc Club offers stunning sea views near sandy Vouliagmenis Beach, natural springs, and caves. A stylish boutique hotel, it hosts 34 rooms, suites, and apartments, providing an intimate, personalized experience. All feature sliding glass doors that open to private terraces or balconies for natural light and a view of the pine-covered hillside or an expansive view of the sea. Nespresso machines, minibars, huge TVs, and marble bathrooms all come standard.

Dining can be enjoyed at The Rocket Restaurant & Bar, the main restaurant, serving sumptuous buffets for breakfast and dinner. Al fresco dining is offered at The Roc Veranda, featuring Mediterranean dishes and signature cocktails, while the Pool Bar serves a good selection of snacks and drinks. 

The outdoor pool is open year-round, heated from November through April. There are also private terraces for sunbathing and spaces for relaxing under the shade of a century-old pine tree with a mesmerizing sea view. There’s also a gym providing all you need for a full-body workout, with weight training and cardio equipment.