Santorini, Greece
Grace Hotel
Auberge Resorts Collection
What it is
A showstopping gem on the Aegean, where every whitewashed caldera-view room and villa has its own terrace and heated plunge pool.
What it isn't
Boring. Staffers have curated bucket list experiences, from island hopping via a private yacht to clifftop hikes overlooking Skaros rock.
What we think
When you dream Instagram-worthy dreams of Santorini, it’s likely Grace Hotel you’re picturing. Here, guest rooms are outfitted in a palette of turquoise, gray and cloud white, to mirror the jaw-dropping panorama you’ll see from the plunge pool on your private terrace. If you’re staying a while (and believe us, you should), upgrade to a suite for 968-square feet of breathing room, many with separate hammam baths and living areas. Grace really earns its name by perfecting the little things, from your seven-choice pillow menu to room diffusers you can customize with your choice of scent. To get the full Beyonce experience, book The Villa; you’ll have 1,615 square feet inside, and a whopping 2,691 square feet of terrace under the Santorini sun, plus a doting villa manager, personal chef and private heated swimming pool.
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The spa is holistic, inspired by the region, and truly top-notch. Prime example: treatments include flower-infused olive oil massages and red wine facials.
The Moment
Every minute of jet lag was well worth it for this meal by the infinity pool at Santoro—where the hand-smoked trout and shrimp in coconut milk has you beaming like Aphrodite herself, arising from the surf.
Restaurants & Bars
Grace Santorini invites guests to relish the best in Mediterranean fusion gastronomy and experience dining at its finest in its elegant, sea view restaurant or under the open sky. Balmy evenings are complemented by signature cocktails at the Grace Pool bar and the stunning views of the sparkling Aegean Sea. Plus, recognizing the night-time allure of Santorini, guests can look forward to the champagne breakfast with a daily changing set menu, with the additional option to deliver whatever they wish from the à-la-carte menu offered throughout the day.
Located 363 meters above sea level, the new Champagne & Cocktail lounge offers breath-taking views of the Caldera and provides the ideal place to relax and take in the legendary Santorini sunsets. A wide selection of Champagnes and cocktails paired with signature creations by Chef Spyros Agious provide a truly unique indulgence.
Location
Cliffside in Santorini’s charming town of Imerovigli. Be sure to stop in at the Folklore Museum, just down the road, which is housed in a 19th century cave house.