Iliovasilema Hotel & Suites

We booked through Tui but wish we had just booked direct. Sadly our initial impression of a junior suite did not meet our expectations. This I think was down to Tui & their misinformation. So check your understanding of your room at time of booking. Every room is different. The location is perfect. The best place I think on the island for sunsets and just the most stunning views. Two of my sisters had been and I trusted their judgement. Be on the Caldera. Oia and Fira too busy. August must be hell. Imerovigli just the most wonderful base for a holiday. The hotel is a set of 19 rooms (i think) on a steep cliff with narrow steep steps - dodgy knees or any fitness issues please avoid. But otherwise unique and beautiful. The staff were amazing. Special mention to Sotiris who I think was the most hard working and conscientious worker Ive seen. You handled those steps magnificently. Paris you were great too. So helpful and nothing too much trouble. The lovely housekeeping staff too. I didnt catch your name but thank you for your smiles. Despina on reception you are star. You booked our tours and I really valued how you whatsapped us after our sunset cruise to see if we’d enjoyed it. So sweet!!! However, stop directing people to the archeological museum in Fira - it has been closed for 2 years 🤣🤣 or to the Fish Tavern in Amoudi Bay which was our biggest disappointment 🤣 🤣🤣🤣🤣 I We loved Pearl on the Cliff to eat and Anogi (wonderful food). I loved my walk to Skaros castle and the little church each morning, our Fira visits and our big walk to Oia (a must do - it’s not that bad a walk at all!) Wish our room had a full length mirror and I think all rooms should have small coffee machines. Also when you buy a cocktail for 15€ I think a small dish of olives or nuts should automatically be an accompaniment. The prices in Santorini are beyond insane and I think the quality of service and attention to detail is what will make a difference to the long term success of these places.

Words can’t express the pleasure of staying at the Iliovasilema Suites. From when we arrived late at night and saw our amazing room, and the lovely meal the kitchen provided, we experienced nothing more than exceptional customer service - and friendliness! To the staff at reception, thank you for seemingly always cheerful and smiling. To the young man who carried our bags up the many steps and ran the bar, I wish I’d taken your name to say thank you and let you know how special you are. Cleanliness is down the amazing housekeeping team. Excellent food is provided by the kitchen and delivered by brave men up those steps! The hotel is beautiful and the views are spectacular. Finally to Suzanne at reception - I hope I’ve spelt your name right! A HUGE thank you for your information, smiley face, happy nature and desire to ensure your guests have the very best experience staying at Iliovasilema. We will be back!!

We came here 18 months ago and loved the island and the hotel so much that we returned to both. The welcome as we returned to the hotel was warm and genuine, with the staff keen to do whatever they could to make us comfortable. We even got a room upgrade - room 19 is gorgeous! If we ever returned again we would not hesitate to come to the same hotel.

I highly recommend this hotel. This is an amazing hotel with a stunning view, great and friendly staff, very helpful and accommodating at all times, delicious breakfast served on the terrace with a beautiful view. I will definitely visit this place again with my friends.

Perfect location, gorgeous Caldera views and sunsets. Easy walk to Fira, restaurants, bars with views nd t door, several supermarkets to stock up on water and beverages. Our private pool was fantastic and refreshing. Daily delicious breakfast brought to our patio every morning. Unique cave bathroom and shower, loved the washer to have fresh clothes for tge next leg of our trip. Cleopatra helped with reservations and was so kind and pleasant.

This is an excellent property with perfect views of the Caldera & the famous Santorini sunset. The breakfast was served in front of each suit daily with very hospitable staff. We can not wait to visit this facility again in the near future.

Our view of the caldera was amazing! The staff was very warm and welcoming. You definitely need a rental car to stay in this area. It was a bit difficult to find the hotel at first but it’s how the island is built. Overall, we will be returning. :)