Andronis Luxury Suites, Santorini

Pros

• The restaurant Lycabettus sits on a cliffside balcony with a panoramic view of the caldera, so find out why it's known as one of the most beautiful restaurants in the world.
• Enjoy deep relaxation in the infinity pool overlooking the sea or with a spa treatment.
• Cave rooms blend the historic with the modern by including amenities like plunge pools or hot tubs in bright spaces carved directly into the rock.

Cons

• The central location in Oia offers easy access to various sites but gets extremely crowded in the summer. The hotel does feel private enough that you can peacefully enjoy the sunset away from the throngs of people. 

Authenticity

Centuries-old cave homes are now upscale suites and rooms at the Andronis Luxury Suites. Guests may find dates carved into the wall, showing just how old their room is, which adds a sense of history and evocative feeling to this boutique luxury hotel. The past blends with the present in the cave rooms, which retain the original structure and that perfect temperature of cave homes -- cool in the summer, warm in the winter. All of that gets combined with modern amenities like hot tubs and flat screen TVs.

Location

Built into a cliff just five minutes walking from the Blue Domed Church of Oia, the Andronis Luxury Suites manage to provide privacy in one of Santorini's most coveted locations. The center of Oia is about five minutes away on foot. Nearby beaches like Ammoudi and Katharos are either 15 minutes by car or 25 by foot. Drive to Thera in just 20 minutes or take a scenic trip to the Red Beach, which is 40 minutes away by car.

Rooms & Bathrooms

This adults-only hotel accommodates guests over 13 in its 33 rooms, most of which comfortably sleep two people. There are two-bedroom options for larger parties or families. Whitewashed cave rooms with minimalist style look out onto the sea. Some include private infinity pools, plunge pools, or hot tubs for those looking to engage all the senses and relax deeply.