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Perivolas
- Style
- Gaudí-contoured caves
- Setting
- Dream lava
The soft, sensual curves and crisp whites of the rooms at this boutique hotel are complemented by the drama and romance of the views over the caldera of Santorini.
Need to know
- Rooms
- 19, all with sea view.
- Rates
- €368–€1,400.
- Check-out
- Midday.
- Facilities
- Spa, hamman, sauna and full gym.
- Poolside
- Infinity pool with sweeping views over the caldera.
- Children
- This is a haven for grown-ups.
- Hotel closed
- November until March inclusive.
In the know
- Our favourite rooms
- Studio 8 is cosy and bright, with a balcony. Suite 15 has a big, secluded outdoor terrace. The new deluxe suite has its own Jacuzzi tub and hammam. The Perivolas Suite is extremely spacious with a hot tub big enough for ten, and a private pool.
Food & drink
- Hotel restaurant
- Only residents can enjoy the Mediterranean cuisine here. Tables are candlelit with views out to sea.
- Dress code
- Carefree.
- Top table
- The outside terrace only has six; book one by the pool. Inside, the best tables are those nearest the entrance.
- Room service
- Food and drinks are available until 23h.
- Hotel bar
- In high season, it closes when the last person leaves.
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Local restaurants
On the road into Oia you will find a few small tavernas that serve up great traditional food. Housed in a sea captain’s abode in one of the town’s little streets is the acclaimed 1800 (+30 22860 71485). Its roof terrace is perfect for watching the sun set. Also in Oia, Ambrosia (+30 22860 71413) clings dramatically to the cliff edge, high above the caldera, and serves equally impressive seafood. Overlooking the caldera in Fira are Koukoumavlos (+30 22860 23807) for adventurous gourmet dining with a view, and Archipelagos (+30 22860 23673), which also has stunning views out to the volcano and surrounding islands. One of Fira’s best restaurants, it serves up tasty Greek/Mediterranean food (upstairs tables 1–6 have a sea view; as do 1–3, below). A favourite for dinner à deux is Vanilia (+30 22860 25631), located opposite the church high on the cliff in Firostefani. And definitely try a local wine – Nikteri was our favourite. For a late lunch or an early supper, head down to the bustling fish tavernas in Ammoudi Bay, below Oia; Katina’s Taverna (+30 22860 71280) is recommended for its fresh fish dishes. If you fancy somewhere contemporary, try the Perivolos beach club Sea Side Lounge (+30 22860 82801). On the road to Kamari, you’ll find barbecue heaven, Taverna Kritikos (+30 22460 4170). Famous for its lamb chops, don’t expect any frills. Depending on what time you visit you’ll be surrounded by large Greek families, local farmers and their wives or glamorous professionals.
Worth getting out of bed for
The view and quiet of early morning on the caldera. Tour it with a private catamaran or traditional boat charter. Visit the archaeological sites and museums, scuba dive, horseback ride or hike. See a movie at the outdoor cinema in Kamari on the road from Fira. The best beach nearby is Koloumobos or Baxedes, near Oia, about 3km away. Have a trip over to Ios – the highspeed hydrofoil will take you in about 45 minutes.
Diary
Easter If you want to see Greece taking its celebrations most seriously, visit for Greek Easter; the date varies from year to year, but it's always the most colourful event in this country's calendar. April There's a festival in honour of the country's only active volcano. September Santorini International Classical Music Festival (+30 22860 23166).
