Ionian Escape

Overview

This new hotel, opened in late 2018, is located in the historic Plaka neighbourhood, known for its enticing cobbled streets with neoclassical homes, shops, tavernas, and cafes. It’s also close to the Acropolis Museum and ancient Agora. The stylish rooms and suites provide state-of-the-art technology, some with private hammams, hydromassage tubs, and Acropolis views. There’s a luxurious spa complete with a traditional Finnish sauna that uses volcanic stones and a range of massage options. You can even sip sparkling wine and enjoy fresh fruit whilst indulging in a decadent chocolate-based treatment. There are full beauty services available and outstanding dining can be enjoyed in the rooftop garden. The rooftop bar is the place to be for sunset cocktails or anytime you want to take in a view of the Acropolis and Lycabettus hill whilst unwinding with a drink.

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

This luxury hotel boasts a prime location on top of Drouvas Hill in the ancient city of Olympia, the most relevant Greek sanctuary and the Olympic Games birthplace. Visitors will delight in the outstanding archaeological remains of Olympia and numberless museums, such as the Museum of the History of the Olympic Games. This unique establishment offers a wide range of luminous and spacious rooms, all with a balcony and marble bathtubs, and all designed in a simple and classic style. Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel free of charge. Delicious Greek and Mediterranean specialties, plus a selection of international dishes, are served at the a-la-carte restaurant. Guests will easily unwind at the swimming pool surrounded by lush vegetation and with a pool bar. Two indoor bars and a TV lounge room can also be found at this beautiful property.

Overlooking the sweeping Alfeios valley and the Ionion sea, Hotel Olympian Asty boasts not only envious views but also a tranquil and airy setting along the hillside of Ancient Olympia. With a range of rooms and suites to choose from, some with private balconies and all with a perfect blend of modern comforts and traditional designs, there’s something for everyone. The hotel also offers interconnecting rooms for those traveling with small children. The swimming pool and terrace bar are a relaxing place to spend a few pleasant hours after a long day exploring the extensive history of the local area. Within walking distance from the hotel are the main Archeological sites and museums, making exploration that much easier.

The restaurant overlooks the pool and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner with a wide range of options all showcasing the best of local cuisine and fine wines.

Tucked among olive trees on a hillside along Zante’s northeast coast, Olea All Suites hosts 89 luxurious suites strung along the lagoon-like pool. Blending the indoors and out, all have balconies and varying views of the countryside, pool, or the sea. The Superior Water Suites have a more secluded feel, further back from the main pool, while the Executive Suites have private infinity pools for dips with a serene view. All include flat-screen TVs with international channels, air purifiers, minibars, and bathrooms with rainfall showers. 

Dining choices include Omikron, with sea views and a Mediterranean buffet featuring everything from Greek delicacies for breakfast to Instagrammable desserts. Flame is renowned for its premium cut meats and small plates, while FLOW Dine & Wine provides a gastronomic experience, focused on elevated Mediterranean fare and panoramic hilltop views. Cocoon, a restaurant/bar by the pool, has a sandy floor for barefoot dining on light bites enjoyed with smoothies or signature cocktails. 

Olea is an oasis for wellness with a top-notch gym and a spa that provides an extensive menu of soothing therapies, including massages, facials, and wraps. There’s even a salon for beauty treatments for more pampering, all while enjoying a magnificent panoramic view.

Porto Zante Villas & Spa offers the ultimate when it comes to seclusion, romance, and luxuries. Staff can even arrange for a gorgeous boat to pick you up and deliver you straight to the property’s own dock. Made up of just eight one- to five-bedroom beachfront villas with awe-inspiring views, all include private heated pools, outdoor dining areas, living rooms, high-end entertainment systems, and marble bathrooms with rainfall showers and whirlpool tubs. You’ll even have your own butler to ensure all your needs are met.

The multiple dining and drinking venues include the Club House Restaurant serving Greek and Mediterranean fare and the open-air Maya Restaurant offering Asian fusion dishes, both of which are on the beachfront with full-service bars. The Club House Bar provides evening entertainment with a live pianist and singer. For an especially romantic dining experience, ask your butler to organize a fine dining meal at a private spot on the beach or in your villa.

Beyond the private beaches, where you’ll have access to many different water toys, indulge in blissful treatments at the Waterfront Spa or in the privacy of your villa. You can also take a Pilates, meditation, or yoga class on a sea-view deck or the sand.

A family-owned, adults-only boutique hotel, F ZEEN Kefalonia is nestled among Mediterranean gardens in the shadow of Mount Aenos, just a short distance from Lourdas Beach. Designed to provide a place of peace and relaxation, wellness and exceptional service are the focus. There are 69 rooms and seven villas spread across 10 acres in an oasis of tranquility, providing a wellness retreat atmosphere with luxurious comforts. All have a soothing atmosphere with calming hues and king-size beds. Each one comes with an iPad where you can book spa treatments, activities, or classes, and order room service. The three-bedroom villas have their own private pools, outdoor dining areas, kitchens, a BBQ grill, and a pizza oven.

Dining venues include the open-grill GAIA Restaurant & Bar overlooking the sea, which offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and drinks with everything prepared from scratch. The Selini Restaurant & Bar offers a seasonal menu based on traditional but refined recipes created using locally sourced ingredients, many from the property’s own garden. 

At the spa, you’ll find two steam rooms and a menu of pampering treatments, including detox baths, sound healing massages, facials, and body therapies. There’s also a beautiful space for classes like Yin Yoga, Aerial Yoga, and Sound Healing Meditation.

Emelisse Nature Resort is designed to provide a haven of relaxation and rejuvenation surrounded by nature, set along the shores of a sweeping cobalt bay on the outskirts of Fiskardo. It has 64 rooms and suites with upscale features like canopy beds with Italian linens, balconies or terraces with at least a partial sea view, minibars, and TVs with DVD/CD players, cable and satellite channels. Some have access to a shared pool and balconies with full sea views. 

In the breakfast area, guests can look forward to a buffet featuring Kefalonian and Mediterranean dishes that include pastries, fresh-baked breads, and local fruits. Votsalo is the main restaurant, open for lunch and romantic candlelit dinners with Greek and Mediterranean dishes focused on high-quality local ingredients that can be paired with award-winning wines. Special evenings like pizza nights with authentic wood-fired pizzas are organized at the Riza restaurant. 

The hotel has a spa offering over 30 treatments, including several signature options with everything from face and body treatments to deep tissue massage. Yoga sessions can be arranged, and you’ll also find a fitness room with a wide range of cardio and weight training equipment.

Located in the Athens suburb of Glyfada, the stylish heart of the glamorous Athens Riviera, the Sea View Cityscape Hotel provides easy access to the beach, shopping, and upscale dining. It hosts 71 rooms, providing luxury accommodation with standard features that include private balconies, minibars, Nespresso machines, and flat-screen satellite TVs. Higher-end options showcase panoramic views of the sea.

Gaia Restaurant is the main eatery, offering indoor and outdoor seating with a menu featuring authentic Greek fare with a creative twist. High-quality local ingredients are often showcased, such as herbs, wild asparagus, cherry tomatoes, and pomegranates. In the Lounge Bar, you can unwind, socialize, and enjoy light bites and drinks, including microbrews, wines, and cocktails. Light meals and cocktails are also available while lounging by the pool.

Enjoy refreshing dips in the pool or relax on the terrace, a serene place to soak up the sun. You’ll also find shaded areas and luxurious loungers, all surrounded by a lush garden. The front desk is available 24/7, with warm and friendly staff available to provide recommendations and other assistance.

Located on its own private beach in the upscale coastal suburb of Glyfada along the Athenian Riviera, One&Only Aesthesis offers 141 rooms and bungalows, some of which are right along the waterfront providing spectacular views. In fact, you can even access the sea right from your private deck by booking a seafront bungalow. All come with modern amenities like Nespresso machines, minibars, flat-screen TVs, and bespoke bath products.

There are  seafront villas with multiple bedrooms that are ideal for family or groups, complete with private pools and chef’s kitchens.Fine dining can be enjoyed at ORA, helmed by an acclaimed chef who prepares Greek dishes with Italian influence. The Manko is a popular waterfront bar/restaurant with a menu that features Peruvian fare with sophisticated Athenian twists. It’s the place to be after dark as well for music and well-crafted cocktails by the sea.

There’s a poolside bar serving Athenian-inspired cocktails and refreshments.The property includes an elegant beach club, a beautiful outdoor pool and a spa. The Guerlain spa offers unique treatments like the honey- and orchid-infused facials, a beauty salon, and a nail studio. There’s also a fitness center with personal trainers, Techogym equipment, and Pilates and yoga classes.