The hype
A spotless, peaceful haven with incredible views and staff that treat you like family.
Abelonas Retreat-Sunset And Sunrise Lodgins
$150-300/ nuit
Réservez si You want iconic Santorini caldera views and breakfast delivered to your private balcony without paying the exorbitant $1,000-a-night Oia premium.
Pourquoi les gens l'adorent
- Made-to-order breakfast served on your private terrace
- Unobstructed sunrise and sunset views over the Aegean
- Direct access to the famous Fira-to-Oia hiking trail
En bref : It’s a quintessential Cycladic dream, but the tiny showers will flood your bathroom floor and parking a rental car here will test your sanity.
Évalué par @postcardsfrom_abroad: My stay at Abelonas Retreat was pure magic. The moment I opened the balcony doors to that sweeping caldera view, I was in heaven. The cozy loft bed and the incredible breakfast spread made it the perfect romantic escape. I'd go back in a heartbeat!
Ce que les clients qui ont séjourné ici ont dit
Reality check
The pool is small and unheated, and the bathroom design means you'll be mopping up water after every shower.
- Couples looking for a romantic, quiet escape
- Hikers wanting to tackle Skaros Rock and the Oia trail
- Travelers who prioritize a killer view over massive resort amenities
Propreté et entretien
9.5
- Housekeeping: Immaculate daily cleaning. Guests consistently rave about the spotless condition of the rooms and the dedication of the staff.
- Bathroom hygiene: Very clean, but structurally flawed. The tiny showers cause water to flood the floor, requiring constant mopping.
- Maintenance: Well-maintained traditional Cycladic architecture with fresh whitewash and functioning AC.
- Linens & towels: Fresh, crisp, and comfortable, though you might need extra towels to deal with the shower flooding.
- Odors & scents: Fresh sea breeze. No complaints of mustiness despite the traditional cave-like architecture.
Sleepability™
8.5SILENCIEUX
0-4BRUYANT
4-7.5MODÉRÉ
7.5-10SILENCIEUX
- Foot traffic from the adjacent Fira-to-Oia public hiking trail
- Occasional wind howling off the Aegean Sea
Avant de réserver
Bon à savoir
- Breakfast is included and you order it the night before for balcony delivery.
- The hotel is 2km from Fira—an easy downhill walk, but a sweaty uphill trek back.
- The pool is free-form but small, with only about 5 sun loungers available.
Quoi emporter
- Sturdy walking shoes for the cobblestones and the Skaros Rock hike
- A windbreaker for breezy caldera evenings
- Water shoes if you plan to visit the rocky beaches down the cliff
Génie des chambres
Meilleurs choix
- Abelonas Suite with Caldera View for couples wanting maximum romance and privacy
- Abelonas Maisonette with Caldera View for families or groups of 4 needing split-level space
Chambres à éviter
- Standard Studios if you want total privacy, as some lower-level terraces are visible to hikers on the public footpath
Génie de demande de chambre – copier & coller
“Hi team, I'm so excited for my stay. If possible, could I request an upper-level Suite or Maisonette with an unobstructed caldera view, set back from the main public footpath for maximum privacy?”
FAQ et astuces cachées
Tout ce que vous voulez vraiment savoir avant de réserver.
Is the pool heated?
No, it's an unheated free-form pool. It can be quite chilly, even on hot summer days, though it's refreshing after a hike.
Do all rooms have a caldera view?
Most do, but check your specific room category. A 'Studio with Sea View' might face the opposite side, while 'Caldera View' guarantees the iconic cliffside vista.
Is it hard to get to the hotel?
It's on a cliffside with stairs. If you have heavy luggage or mobility issues, it will be a workout, though the staff is incredibly helpful with carrying bags.
Should I rent a car?
Honestly, no. Parking in Imerovigli is a nightmare of one-way streets and zero spaces. Rely on the bus, taxis, or hotel transfers.
How far is the walk to Fira?
It's about 2 kilometers (a 20-30 minute walk). It's a beautiful downhill stroll there, but a sweaty uphill hike back.
Is breakfast included?
Yes, and it's a massive highlight. You order the night before and it's delivered directly to your private balcony at your requested time.
Conseils d'initiés
- ✨
Skip the rental car and use the local bus or hotel shuttle—parking here is more stressful than it's worth.
- ✨
Order the traditional Greek options for your in-room breakfast; the portions are massive and delicious.
- ✨
Walk 100 meters to Le Moustache for sunset drinks if the hotel's 5 pool loungers are already taken.
5 choses à savoir avant de partir
💡The shower water goes everywhere—there's a drain outside the shower stall, but your floor will still be wet.
💡Views are slightly blocked by hotels on the opposite side of the footpath in some lower rooms.
💡The pool can be freezing, even in the middle of July.
💡You can see both the sunrise and the sunset from this specific vantage point in Imerovigli.
💡The Wi-Fi can be spotty in the rooms due to the thick, traditional cave-style walls.
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