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Oia 847 02 Santorini |
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This remarkable hotel is in an area on the caldera of Santorini where a few hundred years back poor farmers and fishermen lived in troglodyte houses carved into the cliff-side. Owner Costis Psychas (and his father before him) spent several decades restoring ruined caves, creating breathtaking complex of whitewashed houses that blend in perfectly with the shapes and volcanic grey shades of the cliff. A spectacular swimming pool gently follows the shape of the cliff-edge, its blue colour merging with that of the sky and the sea. Interiors are done in a striking ‘Cycladic Zen’ style, white and bright, while hand woven fabrics add touches of blue, lavender and pink. In some houses a shaft of sunshine pours in from a skylight. Everything (stone-built benches, walls, ceilings) is smoothly curved. Even the built-in beds are tucked away in round niches. It creates a calm and peaceful feeling, which matches the overall atmosphere at Perivolas. Don’t book here expecting to find glitz and glam; this is a place where you can relax and spend days just taking in its unmatched beauty and magic.
What makes it special to me:
I find everything about Perivolas amazing. I stayed twice and basically didn't even feel like going to sleep so as not to miss anything. In the end of course I had the best nights' sleep. The place is absolutely unique - words (no matter how hard I try!) can do it no justice.
But what you should keep in mind:
The terraces of some of the houses do not have full privacy.
| Owner | Costis Psychas |
| Address | Oia |
| 847 02 Santorini | |
| Opening period: | From the beginning of April until the end of October |
| Children: | Children from 16 years and up are welcome |
| Dogs: | Not allowed |
| Credit cards: | Not accepted |
| Accommodation | 2 studios for 2 persons 5 junior suites for 2 persons 4 suites for 2 persons 4 superior suites for 2 persons 2 superior suites for up to 4 persons 1 luxury suite for 2 persons 1 luxury suite for up to 4 persons (New Perivolas Suite) 1 luxury suite for up to 4 persons (Perivolas Suite) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Reservation policy: | A deposit of 10% of the total price of the stay is required at the time of booking. The hotel may ask for an additional deposit by bank transfer. The outstanding balance is to be paid directly to the hotel upon checkout. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Cancellation policy: | The 10% deposit paid online at the time of booking is non-refundable. The hotel will charge a further fee of 40% of the total price of the stay if the booking is cancelled less than three weeks prior to your arrival date. 90% of the total price of the stay is charged in the case of a no-show or an early departure. Jacoline's Small Hotels in Greece reserves the right to debit your credit card on behalf of the hotel in accordance with the above cancellation policies.  | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Room facilities | En-suite bathroom (shower) |
| Other facilities | Outdoor swimming pool |
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A well-assorted buffet breakfast is served from 8h30 to 11h30 at the pool bar/restaurant. |
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You will find Perivolas Traditional Houses on the outskirts of the village of Oia on the caldera of Santorini. It is quiet; the views are amazing, and the village centre is at walking distance. Beaches are a few km away. |
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The easiest way to get to Santorini is by plane – there are several flights per day from Athens. Arriving by ferry, however, is a wonderful experience and worth the extra hours spent at sea (there are high-speed boats that take about 4-5 hours from the port of Piraeus). Upon arrival, guests are met at the airport or in the harbour. |
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There is no place like Santorini. Once a circular, volcanic island, most of it collapsed into the sea around 1650 BC, after a literally earth-shattering eruption, leaving only a crescent-shaped rim and a smaller fragment around the world’s largest, sea-filled caldera. The utter beauty of the caldera – the staggering black, grey and red cliffs rising from the sea, whitewashed villages perched on top – have made Santorini one of the most romantic destinations in the world.
One place you should absolutely go to is Amoudi, a tiny fishing port below Oia. Go for lunch or dinner, preferably at the taverna of Dimitris and (American) Joyce – it is magical. Inland, the village of Pyrgos is worth a visit. It is near the highest point of Santorini and the views are great. Of course you should go and explore the grey and red sandy beaches of the island; you can sign up for sailing trips; there are museums; wineries and archaeological sites you can visit; and if you’re in for some shopping, you will find lots of small shops and boutiques in Fira and in Oia, selling anything from simple souvenirs and crafts to designer wear and art.
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