Ikastikies Suites

This was by far one of the best vacation experiences of my life! I can't say enough about the amazing time I had while staying at Ikastikies. The owner, Giorgos, "George" is a gem. Never in all my travels have I met someone who was meant to be in the hospitality industry like George. He is kind, generous, welcoming, helpful, the list goes on. My experience in Santorini was well beyond my expectation and I believe it was largely due to the way George and his staff took care of us during our stay at Ikastikies. From breakfast served directly to our unit each morning, to the guidance each day to places on the island that provided such a unique experience, our trip was unforgettable. I hope to return to Santorini in the future, and if I do, Ikastikies is the place for me! I cannot recommend it enough! Bravo!

The place is simple, elegant and has everything you need and more. The outside, private balcony with a pool and spectacular view, facing the sunset. Not exactly in town but a very short distance walk, along the coastal path. George is a wonderful host, anticipating your needs and always ready to help!

I doubt you will find a more perfect suite in Santorini. We spent our honeymoon in Greece with Santorini as the highlight, and our stay at Ikastikies Suites was flawless. These cave house-style suites are spacious, well-appointed, and very comfortable. Ours had a large private pool (perfect after a day of hiking or walking around Fira), kitchen, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, and breakfast served every morning. The suites are in an ideal location, tucked into the quieter area of Firostefani, steps away from two of the best restaurants on the island, but only a short walk to the action in Fira. Every sunset in Santorini is an event. Nobody can adequately explain it, and pictures fall short; it’s just something you have to experience. These suites are so ideally situated that there is no need to travel to Oia or search for that perfect spot in the evening. As you relax on your outdoor patio, the sun sets right in front of you! It is nothing short of spectacular. The accommodations are superb, but what really sets this place apart from the hundreds of choices in Santorini is the staff. The owner, Giorgos, is an enthusiastic supporter of the island, its history, and Greek traditions, even making and sharing wine from local grapes (delicious, by the way!), and is one of the nicest people you will ever meet. He welcomed us with open arms and made sure our stay was perfect in every way. The manager, Nikoleta, was equally accommodating and always available to help us in any way possible. She was the ideal host, adding to our experience each time we spoke with her. The right staff can make or break a vacation, but when people you don’t know can make you feel like part of their family in only a few days, you know you’ve found something special. We have already started planning a return trip to Greece and will stay with our new friends at Ikastikies Suites.

Stayed at Ikastikies Suites for 10 days and what an amazing experience. The place is absolutely gorgeous, well-maintained, perfectly located between Firostefani and Fira. It's very clean and the sunset views are stunning. This is everything you would ever want to enjoy Santorini island life with great food, wine, sun and incredibly friendly people. And that is really where this review starts. Giorgos Roditis, the owner, his wife and their staff are the most wonderful, warm and genuine people you will ever come across in your life. Not only do they try, and succeed, to make your stay as pleasant and easy as you like, they are truly doing everything they can to give you the best experience of what Greece has to offer. Their hospitality and generosity is unsurpassed and whilst you may get great service in high-end hotels across the world, the heart-felt and genuine care of the owner and his team is truly unique and literally makes the world a better place and your vacation an oasis of appreciation. I imagine I will be back here. 10 stars if I could.

We've traveled a ton all over the world and no place compares to the experience we had at Ikastikies. First, the location is downright amazing - steps to all the action yet a secluded alcove that gives you privacy and quiet when you need it. We stayed in the large Spilla suite which was spacious and spotless and equipped with a fantastic private pool that was the perfect size for our two kids and adults to cool off in. The deck offered the best views of the caldera sunsets - we often ate dinner early and then spent the evening watching the sunset from the comfort of our deck. The panoramic views you get here are incredible and the stuff of Instagram dreams. The room, view and location easily give this place 5 stars but the customer service here makes me wish I could add a +++ at the end of the Excellent rating. Giorgios, Nikoletta and team are the epitome of Grecian hospitality - they were always looking for ways to make our stay magical and comfortable and you can tell they genuinely care about their guests. They made all our dinner reservations, secured our transportation, gave us tips on where to go and what to do. We never had to worry about anything during our time there. We were sad to leave; this place really made our Santorini stay a memorable one. We rarely revisit locations but we can't wait to return to Ikastikies in the future!

Amazing place in a great relaxed village, close to everything. Staff was caring and friendly. Highly recommended. Views are spectacular, very quiet, you can stay here all day. 1 minute walk from resturants but still private and peacefull. The lovely manager is always there to help and take care

The manager and his assistant brought the service at this hotel to a whole new level of greatness. We felt so cared for during our recent stay. The breakfast was a feast for the eyes as as the stomach and served on our balcony area overlooking the caldera. We loved being close to the action so we could walk into town, yet far enough away for peace and quiet. Our favorite part of staying here was being in a real “cave” hotel, curvy walls, unusual architectural details. Just a gorgeous place. E

As frequent travelers, it is easy to say that there is no place in the world with more kindhearted, welcoming people than in Ikastikies. The owner Giorgios truly cares about his guests and will personally go the extra mile to make sure your every need it met. In fact, upon mentioning we liked the yogurt served at breakfast, Giorgios showed up the next day with an entire tub for us. The kindness and generosity of Nicoletta and the staff make you feel like you are amongst family and makes it evident that their efforts come from a passion for true hospitality. The hotel itself is impeccable with some of the best views of Firostefani and is located in a great central location. The rooms are pristine and are truly beautiful with Giorgio’s attention to detail being reflected in every aspect of the room. There is by far no better place to stay in Santorini. 5 stars does not do this place justice.

A beautiful property, so well kept and run so well. We stayed for 5 nights and hated to leave! Beautiful caldera views but not on a path where people walked by all day. The breakfast was incredible, walking distance to so many restaurants. The staff could not have been kinder and more helpful. Only 4 rooms, all with beautiful views. The pool was great to cool off in after a day of walking around town in the heat. Just a lovely place!!