Aplai Dome

Aplai Dome was the perfect hotel in Oia. From the very moment we arrived, the staff made us feel at home. They were warm and welcoming and attentive to anything we needed. The hotel is a very short walk to the caldera. I loved being very close but just a little removed from all the hustle and bustle of town. The view from our room was breathtaking and we could see the colors of the gorgeous sunset. During the day, you see fields with horses grazing as well as blue sky for miles. It was lovely to sit and read and have a drink by the pool. When we wanted to see the rest of the island, the staff was helpful in arranging transportation, tours, setting up a rental car for us and providing directions to help us navigate all around. The breakfast was great, too. There were waffles, pancakes, as well as yogurt, fruits, sausages and eggs. Aplai Dome was a fabulous place to stay!

Aplai Dome is an amazing place to stay during your visit to Santorini, it is 5 minutes walking to Oia the most beautiful village in the island. Elpida and the rest of the staff were so kind, we appreciated their help. Breakfast is quite good, served next to the swimming pool. Rooms are quite big, and they have their own kitchen. If you want to go walking to Oia, we suggest to go crossing the bus parking nearby, it is safer for pedestrians that way. If you rent a car, there’s a small parking in the hotel as well.

Such a great place to stay in Oia, easy to walk but also escape the chaos of Santorini. Breakfast is amazing and beautiful views!

Very helpful staff

Beautiful property and view! Not a far walk from town and shops. Everyone was amazing and very accommodating during our stay!

Breakfast : buffet(bread and drinks) , served plate including egg, sausage, bacon, toast, bread and fruit

Our stay at the Aplai Dome Hotel in Santorini was marked by the exceptional kindness of its staff, particularly Esperanza, who surprised us with her perfect Spanish. The breakfast team mirrored this warmth, further enhancing our stay. However, the room rate of $320 USD per night raised our expectations for amenities and services, some of which were unfortunately not met. Firstly, the absence of a luggage service was noticeable, leaving us to manage our luggage to our rooms. In-room, we noticed the lack of bedside reading lights, a standard amenity in many establishments. Additional inconveniences included the lack of complimentary beverages in the mini-fridge, and only one room key provided. Returning late, we found the need to send a WhatsApp message for someone to unlock the door, another minor yet noticeable inconvenience. While such elements might be overlooked in a budget accommodation, they are less acceptable in a higher-priced establishment, particularly one located in a tourist hotspot like Santorini. Hence, despite the warm hospitality extended by the commendable staff, our overall rating for Aplai Dome is a measured three stars. While the hotel has a strong foundation in its attentive and friendly staff, there are evident areas of improvement that need to be addressed to justify the current room rates and enhance the overall guest experience.

We stayed for 3 nights at Aplai Dome and had an amazing time! The location is great for exploring Oia, but peaceful as it’s set back from the main street. The hotel is clean, with a lovely bar and pool area (which you can watch the sunset from undisturbed)! We’d definitely return in the future!