Apikia Santorini Suites
New for Summer 2025 – fresh, design-led boutique suites All suites feature either a private pool or heated outdoor whirlpool Picture-perfect caldera, vineyard and sea views from most terraces Individually and uniquely designed suites with thoughtful details (including telescopes) Peaceful hillside setting just below atmospheric Pyrgos village Free Wi-Fi throughout
Overview
Apikia Santorini Suites is an intimate hillside hideaway on the edge of Pyrgos, where contemporary architecture and Cycladic curves frame endless caldera and countryside views. With only 12 suites – each with its own private pool or heated whirlpool and a telescope for stargazing – this boutique retreat feels more like a designer villa collection than a hotel. Wake to soft island light over the vineyards, spend the day exploring Santorini’s beaches and wine roads, then drift back to your own private terrace for sunset over the Aegean.
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Map & location
Pyrgos, Santorini, Greece
Snuggled on the slopes below Pyrgos, Apikia Santorini Suites places you in one of the island’s most characterful villages. Pyrgos was once the capital of Santorini and still feels wonderfully authentic, with whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches and steep medieval alleys spiralling up to Pyrgos Kasteli castle.
From the hotel, it’s an easy stroll (about 350m) to the main square, where pine trees shade café tables and wine bars mix local vintages with sunset views. Central positioning means you can head west towards Fira’s caldera-side buzz or east to Kamari’s black-sand beach and waterfront tavernas in under 15 minutes by taxi or hire car.
- Pyrgos resort centre 350m
- Fira (Thira) resort centre 4.7km
- Kamari Beach 5.2km
- Santorini (JTR) Airport 5km
- Approx. transfer time from airport 35 minutes
Facilities
Pool & outdoors
There’s no communal pool here – every suite has its own water feature built into a terrace or patio for maximum privacy. Depending on what you book you’ll enjoy:
– Private swimming pools for cooling dips whenever you like
– Outdoor heated whirlpools perfect for sunset soaks
– Generous terraces with sunbeds and loungers, many angled towards the caldera or Aegean
For a day by the sea, head to Kamari Beach, roughly 5km away on the east coast. Expect dark volcanic sand and shingle, loungers and parasols for hire, water sports in season and a long promenade lined with tavernas and beach bars. Perissa and Perivolos beaches are also within easy reach by taxi or rental car.
Spa, sports & wellness
Apikia Santorini Suites is all about slow living rather than high-energy facilities. There’s no formal spa or gym, but the design and setting lend themselves to a restorative, wellness-style stay.
On-site you’ll find:
– Peaceful shared pathways with landscaped corners and sitting areas
– Terraces ideal for sunrise yoga or stretching (bring your own mat)
– Telescopes in the suites so you can explore the night sky and caldera in more detail
Santorini’s natural “gym” is at your door: wander up through Pyrgos’ medieval alleys to the Venetian Kasteli for 360° views, follow vineyard trails, or arrange wine-tasting, sailing, hiking or e-bike excursions via the concierge.
Activities
? Stroll up to Pyrgos’ Venetian Kasteli for panoramic island views
? Discover nearby wineries and tasting rooms in the surrounding countryside
? Explore medieval cobbled alleys, churches and viewpoints in Pyrgos
?️ Take day trips to Kamari, Perissa or Perivolos beaches for swimming and water sports
⛵ Join catamaran or boat cruises from the caldera (arranged locally)
? Use the in-room telescope to enjoy clear Aegean skies and stargazing from your terrace
Guest services
?️ Reception & concierge service (open approx. 15 hours per day)
? Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
? Free Wi‑Fi throughout the property
? Daily housekeeping with towel changes; linens on request
? Assistance with taxi bookings, car hire and island excursions
? Quiet, adults-focused atmosphere (minimum age 13) ideal for couples and honeymooners
Food & drink
Apikia Santorini Suites is offered on a relaxed Bed and Breakfast basis. Mornings typically start with a freshly prepared Greek-style breakfast featuring local produce, which you can enjoy before heading out to explore the island.
There is no large on-site restaurant or late-bar scene here – the focus is on privacy and quiet. Instead, guests wander up into Pyrgos to discover its excellent wine bars, kafeneia and destination restaurants, or make the short hop to Fira and Kamari for everything from casual gyros to white-tablecloth dining with volcano views.
Rooms
Premier Double Suite with Sea View & Outdoor Private Pool
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 2
Premier Doubles offer similar facilities to the Deluxe category but typically with a little more space, different layout or vantage point over the caldera and surrounding vineyards. Each suite has a private outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace plus the same in-room comforts: flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, air conditioning, coffee facilities, kettle, minibar (charge), shower bathroom and daily cleaning.
Supreme Two Bedroom Suite with Private Pool
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 4
Perfect for two couples travelling together or small adult families, these suites feature two separate sleeping areas and a shared living space that opens to a larger private pool and terrace. Facilities mirror the doubles – TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, air conditioning, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, coffee facilities, kettle, minibar (charge), shower bathroom and daily cleaning – but with more room to spread out plus extra sunbeds on the terrace.
Comfort Double Suite with Sea View & Outdoor Heated Whirlpool
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 2
Swapping a pool for a heated outdoor whirlpool, these suites are a great option if you plan to visit earlier or later in the season. The balcony or terrace usually includes sunbeds and open views, while inside you’ll find a flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safe, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, coffee facilities, kettle, minibar (charge), shower bathroom, air conditioning and daily cleaning with towel changes.
Elegant Two Bedroom Suite with Sea View & Private Pool
Sleeps: minimum 1, maximum 4
The most polished category, Elegant Two Bedroom Suites combine two sleeping spaces with a stylish shared lounge and a private pool terrace oriented towards the sea. Facilities include flat-screen TV, Wi‑Fi, safety deposit box, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, minibar (charge), air conditioning, shower bathroom, daily cleaning and towel changes, and sunbeds on the terrace.
*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Minibar and some in-room extras may incur local charges.
More info
Pyrgos offers a quieter, more traditional take on Santorini, with good links by road to both the caldera towns and the east-coast beaches.
Good to know:
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Time difference: GMT +2 hours (GMT +3 in summer)
• Average flight time from UK: around 4 hours
• Local dining: a casual meal for two starts around £40–£80 depending on venue and drinks
Information is based on the most recent supplier details and may change from season to season. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.
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