Santorini has some of the most spectacular hotel settings in the world — cave hotels carved into the volcanic cliffside, infinity pools hanging over the caldera, and suites with private terraces watching the sun set over the Aegean. Accommodation here is expensive, but the experience is unlike anywhere else on earth. This guide covers the best hotels in Santorini for 2026 across all budgets.
Best Luxury Hotels in Santorini
Canaves Oia Epitome (5-star) — One of the finest hotels in Greece, perched on the cliffs of Oia with extraordinary caldera views. The infinity pool, the cave suites, and the exceptional service make it the benchmark for Santorini luxury. Rates from £600–£1,500 per night.\n\nGrace Hotel Santorini (5-star) — A stunning clifftop hotel in Imerovigli with a spectacular infinity pool and panoramic caldera views. The champagne terrace at sunset is legendary. Rates from £500–£1,200 per night.\n\nMystique (5-star) — A Luxury Collection hotel in Oia, built into the volcanic rock with cave suites, a cliffside pool, and a Michelin-recommended restaurant. Rates from £550–£1,300 per night.\n\nAndronis Luxury Suites (5-star) — A beautifully designed hotel in Oia with private plunge pools, cave architecture, and outstanding caldera views. Rates from £450–£1,100 per night.
Best Boutique Hotels in Santorini
Ikies Traditional Houses (boutique) — A collection of traditional cave houses in Oia, beautifully restored with private terraces and caldera views. More intimate and personal than the large luxury hotels. Rates from £250–£550 per night.\n\nAstra Suites (boutique) — A small, elegant hotel in Imerovigli with cave suites, a beautiful pool, and exceptional caldera views. One of the best-value luxury options on the island. Rates from £200–£450 per night.\n\nKatikies Garden (boutique) — A sister property to the famous Katikies Hotel, set in a quieter part of Oia with a beautiful garden pool. Rates from £180–£380 per night.
Best Mid-Range Hotels in Santorini
Santorini Princess Spa Hotel (4-star) — A well-located hotel in Imerovigli with caldera views, a pool, and a spa. Good value for the location. Rates from £150–£300 per night.\n\nNefeles Dreamscape (4-star) — A comfortable hotel in Fira with caldera views and a pool. Convenient for the ferry port and the main town. Rates from £130–£260 per night.\n\nTzekos Villas (4-star) — A family-run hotel in Imerovigli with traditional cave architecture and caldera views. Excellent value for Santorini. Rates from £120–£240 per night.
Best Budget Hotels in Santorini
Santorini is one of the most expensive destinations in Greece — true budget accommodation is limited, but options exist away from the caldera.\n\nPerissa and Perivolos — The black sand beach villages on the east coast of the island are significantly cheaper than Fira and Oia. Hotels here cost £60–£120 per night and the beaches are excellent.\n\nFira backpacker hostels — A handful of hostels in Fira offer dormitory beds from £25–£40 per night and private rooms from £70–£120 per night.\n\nBook well in advance — Santorini accommodation sells out months ahead in summer. The cheapest rooms go first — book as early as possible for July and August.
Best Areas to Stay in Santorini
Oia — The most famous and most photographed village, with the best sunset views. The most expensive area. Best for a romantic, splurge-worthy stay.\n\nImerovigli — On the highest point of the caldera rim, with arguably the best views on the island. Quieter than Fira and Oia, with excellent boutique hotels. The best area for a balance of views, quality, and slightly lower prices than Oia.\n\nFira — The capital and most central village, with the best transport connections (ferry port, bus station, airport). More lively and commercial than Oia or Imerovigli, but convenient and with good caldera views.\n\nFirostefani — Between Fira and Imerovigli, with excellent caldera views and a quieter atmosphere than Fira. Good mid-range hotel options.\n\nPerissa / Perivolos — The beach villages on the east coast. No caldera views but excellent beaches, good restaurants, and significantly lower prices.
