Chic To Go Greek: Four Iconic Resorts Offer the Best of this Timeless Summer Destination

  • April 18, 2013
Chic To Go Greek: Four Iconic Resorts Offer the Best of this Timeless Summer Destination
KINSTERNA HOTEL AND SPA, MONEMVASIA - Mountain Splendor - Painstakingly restored to much more than its former glory, this Byzantine-era rural mansion-turned-design boutique hotel occupies an enviable hillside spot in the southeastern Peloponnese. A truly regal spa retreat, it's built entirely of local stone like the rock island you'll see from the terrace of your sumptuous guest room – the medieval-castle town of Monemvasia, an inspiration to artists for eons. Gourmet country chic is the order of the day on their menu, fashioned with produce from Kinsterna's fertile estate. Cool Deal: Stay 7 Pay 5 - Stay 5 Pay 4! Package prices start from 180€ per classic double room per night, and includes a la carte breakfast and all taxes.

Kivotos

KIVOTOS HOTEL, MYKONOS - Island Savvy - Jet setters fill the winding alleyways sipping cocktails on the cobblestones, hitting up legendary parties and beaches for all persuasions. Overlooking the sparkling Bay of Ornos, Kivotos is a family-owned bohemian luxe outfit which is more cool clubhouse than traditional hotel. Guest rooms and villas are nestled into the hillside providing privacy, but when its time to mingle, guests can hang out by the pool, at the gorgeous private beach or head into the village for dining, dancing or people watching as this small island town comes alive as summer hotspot Mecca. Cool Deal: Book and pay early and save up to 20% on all room rates starting at 350 EU (before discount).

Vedema

VEDEMA RESORT, SANTORINI - Romance unrivaled - Luxury pure and simple. In the medieval village of Megalohori, you'll find this upscale yet laidback family-friendly resort with spacious, gorgeously-furnished guestrooms that peer out over the Aegean. Kick back at the superb spa or the private black sand beach. Sample a rare vintage at Vedema's atmospheric wine bar, a 400-year old restored catacomb, and savor the island's famed fava and other local specialties at Vinsanto, Santorini's choice dining destination. Epicurean experience: Take a cooking class with Vedema's award-winning executive chef Melina Homata and celebrate Greece's year of Gastronomy.

Mystique

MYSTIQUE RESORT, SANTORINI - Mystique is a well-kept secret among newlyweds seeking that blow-your-mind honeymoon. Perched on the steep caldera cliff in isolated, arty Oia, whose sunsets are legendary, this romantic hideaway has whitewashed curves in all the right places. All of its stone-crafted, minimal Cycladic-style suites have secluded sea-facing terraces and driftwood accents throughout. Make sure to order in from the resort's Charisma restaurant or visit the dramatic 150 year old secret wine cave, perfect for those memorable romantic dinners or for popping the most important question.