Name: Istoria
Address: Santorini, GR
Price range: From $678

Istoria, SantoriniIstoria in Santorini, Greece has a corrected score of 4.1 ± 0.4 (thin evidence, 1 of 4 platforms), ranked 23 of 73 hotels we score in Santorini. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.5 before correction: Google 4.5. Rooms from about $678 a night (cached, not a live quote).Istoria is a twelve-suite boutique hotel situated on the black sands of Perivolas beach in southeastern Santorini. Part of the Design Hotels collection, the property offers earthy, eclectic accommodation featuring arched doorways and modern interiors. Many suites include private pools or hot tubs. Guests can access a large artisan-tiled swimming pool, wellness treatments, and Mr. E Restaurant, which serves Mediterranean and modern Greek dishes. The setting is ideal for those seeking a beachfront retreat rather than the typical caldera views found elsewhere on the island. While the location provides direct beach access, it sits a significant distance from the airport.What stands out

Beachfront suites with private pools

On-site Mediterranean restaurant

Wellness and spa facilities

Unique artisan-tiled swimming pool

Watch out for

Located far from the airport

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