Introduction: Most Romantic Hotels in Greece
The key components of a romantic vacation in Greece—sea views, sunsets, and hot, starry nights—are readily available. Finding a hotel that lets the scenery speak for itself is more complex than you may expect. Most Romantic Hotels in Greece are adept at putting on the rose-petal-strewn ritz for weddings and couples. However,
we believe that locations that are naturally at ease in their own (naked, sun-kissed) skin are those that have true sex appeal. Each of these romantic hotels in Greece has a unique personality and a strong feeling of location, and they are all subtly beguiling rather than anxious to impress. It would be a shame to stay at these hotels alone, but you don’t have to be on a Greek honeymoon to be enchanted by them.
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Ideal for: relaxed luxury
Don’t don’t if the black sand beach you see when you first arrive doesn’t match your stereotypes of Crete. This is Numo, a resort for adults only that encircles the Mediterranean shore. The end of the island’s landscape influenced the south end of the island’s landscape and influenced the hotel’s architecture and subdued color scheme. Numo has created a sense of tranquility with its design, even though the finishing touches may be better.
We alternated between poolside and beach sun loungers, making the most of the ones strewn throughout the grounds. Whether eating at one of the restaurants, buying a cocktail on the beach, or getting a complimentary 15-minute massage, this village-like location effectively makes everything simple, making it the ideal..
Nobu, Santorini
Ideal for: sushi and breathtaking views
With its nickname as the suppit’s appropriateereekkIslands, it’s appropriate that A-list favorite Nobu establishes a presence in a prime location on Santorini. Its positioning on a volcanic cliff offers a unique feature for the island: sunset views from private balconies with a hot tub, without a doubt. If that doesn’t romance, the main restaurant near the pool area will entice you with its black miso cod, wagyu dumplings, and new-style sashimi. Breakfast is offered until the generous hour of noon, making it possible to indulge in leisurely lie-ins in the traditional Greek cave-style rooms—all of which feature ocean views, with some boasting their hot tub or pool.
Price: starting at approximately $564 per night
Mykonos, California
Ideal for: private luxury
Newcomer Cali was founded to build an ultra-luxurious, ultra-secluded hotel that doesn’t interfere with the natural surroundings. It is a world apart from the party animals and gaudy tattoos of Mykonos town. The end effect is hazy, lethargic, and incredibly sensual summer cool. With its raw materials and white walls covered in Greek-only artwork, the rooms are the epitome of Cycladic style. Each has a private balcony with an unhindered view of the seaside. The luxury pool suites provide a saltwater pool,
sun loungers, and a chic pergola-topped living space across a massive patio for an unforgettable visit. A curvy pool of Olympic dimensions and a private beach for additional swimming. Eco-friendly food is served here. It is environmentally conscious, a catch-of-the-day cuisine with ouzo jellies, young calamari, cocod’s organic chicken, and zucchini cream. There will soon be a spa with a hammam and treatment rooms. You can schedule in-room massages with all-natural products in the interim.
Cost: starting at roughly $1,258
No, Sifnos
Ideal for: genuine island atmosphere
The setting is famous, with rooms built in four stone structures that provide a close-up view of a typical Sifnos town. Some feature private or plunge pools, while others have balconies and quiet courtyards. Here, local ingredients and cooking methods are prioritized, and there is a strong emphasis on minimizing waste. Lunch could consist of traditional dishes like taramasalata and crab salad with crunchy raw carrot and courgette dressed with a tangy dill sauce. Reservations manager Konstantina Sarela can set up a private RIB cruise to explore the island’s romantic scenery.
Cost: about $325 per night
F Zeen, Kefalonia
F Zeen Retreat Hotel auf Kefalonia
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Ideal for: complete relaxation
Tucked away in the shadowy depths of pine-clad Mount Ainos, F Zeen (translating to “t” e god of life” “n ancient Greek) is a wellness hotel for adults that exudes no pretentiousness whatsoever. The retreat centers around connecting with nature, honoring the environment, and refocusing on the present moment. Everywhere you look, sustainability can be found, as well as various exercise classes and wellness activities, including personal training sessions,
yoga and meditation classes, and snorkeling. Paddle boarding and trekking in the mountains. Complement it with a visit to the underground spa or a swim in one of three pools. The sparkling sea is only a few steps away, featuring private sunbeds and distant views of Zakynthos.
Price: from about $521 per night
Astra Verina, Sifnos
Ideal for: endless vistas and kind employees
This modest hotel, which is tucked away on a golden hillside, is all about ignoring the bustle of contemporary life. The only object in the area is the faint outline of white Greek islands and villages that loom over the horizon. There are only hypnotic cicadas, jangling goat bells, and the clink of ice cubes in your glass of rosé while you choose whether to go down to a rocky bay that is shielded by a blue-domed cathedral or take a bath in the stone-paved infinity pool.
The rooms are soft and serene, with large beds and picture windows covered with linens of sand and grey. However, most of your time will be spent admiring the blue vista from your utterly private veranda. The epitome of sexiness without effort.
Cost: starting at roughly $145 per night
Syros and Aristide
Hotel Aristide
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Ideal for: opulent bedrooms
The entryway of this neoclassical palace is impressive, with Doric columns and a marble staircase. The nine apartments of Aristide, which are situated in Vaporia, the most aristocratic area of Syros, blend traditional elements with vibrant modern accents. In addition to the luxurious suites, guests may enjoy a spectacular roof terrace for sunset aperitivos with views of the sea, a gleaming brass bar serving classic cocktails, a secret garden for Champagne breakfasts with Greek bottarga and smoked trout, and an art gallery. There are plans for a spa and an artists’ program.
Cost: starting at roughly $195 per night
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Ideal for: a small-town vacation
This 1920s property, which bills itself as a””hotelparticulier, is hidden in downtownAthens’ss neighborhood. With its dimly lit library and piano in the parlor, the ground level feels like a louche salon. Crushed velvet daybeds, gilded mirrors, and rescued marble sinks give each of the six suites an airy, vintage feel. Not surprisingly, considering that creative director Eftihia Stefanidi was formerly employed at Secret Cinema,
the entire space has the sense of a movie set. Stefanidi carefully chooses everything, including the linen kimonos and the organic body wash with lavender and basil. The erotic photos on the walls and even some of the amusing artwork are for sale. Like a chandelier constructed from recycled beeswax candles.
Cost: starting at roughly $201 per night
Porto Heli, Amanzoe
Amanzoe
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Ideal for: delightful seclusion
Amanzoe, one of Greece’s finest, is situated on a hilltop with commanding views of the Peloponnese. It is highly opulent yet intentionally discreet. The ambiance is tranquil, the design is understated, and the atmosphere is quiet. Thirty-eight pavilions scattered around the Mediterranean gardens, resembling an amphitheater (with no shared bedrooms here), feel more like serviced apartments. Each pavilion features a bathtub for two, a bed for three, and a secluded pool surrounded by aromatic plants, ensuring you don’t want to leave. But it would be unfortunate to overlook the sunlit spa and beach club, an olive grove, and a chauffeured drive-in inside.
Cost: starting at approximately $1,088 per night
Kos at OKU
Ideal for: casual romance
Oku, which is located on a private beachfront north of Kos, is a picture of laid-back simplicity. The hotel rooms are all ground level (except a few two-story rooms) and are housed in whitewashed buildings. Couples should reserve a swim-up suite with shared facilities,,, only two other rooms,,, and private terraces with fringed hammocks hanging fromIt’ss.It’ss like stepping into a stylish village with easy access to a restaurant and spa when you stay here. Your well-dressed neighbors, who are adults only, are also there to enjoy the peace for a few nights.
Cost: starting at roughly $211 per night
The Peloponnese-based Patrick and Joan Leigh Fermor House
Ideal for: historical allure
In the1’60ss,” Padd” and”oOanLeigh Fermor designed this remarkable house, ddescribed as’ loos” limbedmonastery/farmhouse with massive walls and ccool rooms Located on an enchanted headland outside the seaside village of Kardamyli, this literary landmark has been meticulously transformed into a summer rental (it serves as a venue for scholarly retreats in winter) managed by Aria Hotels. Fig, cypress, and oleander trees conceal the buildings made of peachy limestone.
Benches and tables of marble slabs are sunken into the ground, providing sea views. Remarkable interiors fuse elements from Byzantine, Ottoman, and British styles: colonnades with arches, fireplaces with peaks, plaid armchairs. The sun-dappled walls adorn thousands of books and facsimiles of original works by Leigh Fermor, John Craxton and Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghika. If your budget allows it, rent the entire house. In that case, the writers in the garden must suffice.
Price: Starting at approximately $837 per night for the studio and $4,190 for the entire house
Koufonisia, Eros Keros
Ideal for: observing stars while listening to the sound of waves gently exhaling
PapaPapantoniou’s itt to Koufonisia occurred 30 years ago, at which time it consisted mainly of a small cluster of whitewashed cottages. The only means of transport was the Skopelitis Express, a resilient little ferry that continues to operate among the Small Cyclades, a group of small islands seemingly untouched by time. Nowadays, the milky-blue harbour is disturbed by high-speed catamarans while chic villas have taken the place of spartan rooms for rent. However, this island, which is situated at a low elevation and surrounded by glowing bays,
retains an effortless charm that encourages a leisurely pace. Papantoniou (the creator of the beautiful Corona Borealis hotel on the nearby island of Naxos) dedicated years to perfecting this unobtrusive getaway. Four houses, encircled by stone walls, are adorned with family heirlooms, handmade ceramics, and vintage textiles. Named after the Greek deity of love, Keros Eros embodies a quiet romance devoid of sentimentality.
Cost: starting at roughly $231 per night
The Vasilicos are lSantoriniin Santorin.i
Ideal for: Private dining for two, complemented by exuberant wines from the hotel’s nursery Vassaltis Vineyards
Santorini’s marketing as a destination for romantic couples has sometimes led to it resembling a theme park for honeymooners. Not The Vasilicos, a hotel that embodies true heart and soul. This seven-suite retreat, perched on the edge of Imerovigli’s side village, was once the summer residence of Vassilis Valambous, a bon vivant who enjoyed hosting friends and family. Every thoughtful detail reflects the daughter’s purple leele hasphadelobouquetswiwildflowersndand sideeek poetry collections. Suites offer significantly more space and airiness. Santorini’s cave houses; most feature the essential plunge pool with breathtaking caldera views. (The others have access to a stylish heated pool.)
Price: starting at approximately $312 per night