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Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels

On beach with seasonal outdoor pool for sandy fun near Ancient Thira

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
On the beach, black sand, sun loungers, beach towels
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels, offers a genuine retreat with ocean views overlooking black sand beaches. Guests start their day with a complimentary full breakfast at Mr. E Restaurant featuring Mediterranean cuisine, then relax by the pool with a drink from the bar.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Room service

Room options

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Suite (Tarina) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite (Tarina)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Smart TV
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite (Recit)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Saga) | Terrace/patio

Suite (Saga)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Fan
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Balcony

Suite (Storia)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite (Rakonto)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Fan
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Suite (Conte)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private hot tub
Air conditioning
Smart TV
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in Santorini, Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels is in the suburbs and on the beach. Ancient Thira and Oia Castle are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Perissa Beach and Perivolos Beach. Lost Atlantis Experience Museum and Tramonto ad Oia are also worth visiting. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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Perivolos, Santorini, Aegean Islands, 847 03

What's nearby

  • Perissa Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Perivolos Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Athinios Port - 11 min drive - 5.0 miles
  • Ancient Thira - 11 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Kamari Beach - 16 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Santorini National Airport (JTR) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Beach Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Forty One 41 - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Mera Beach Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tranquilo - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Eunoia - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels

Hotel near Perissa Beach
Located close to Perivolos Beach, Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels provides free full breakfast, a poolside bar, and a terrace. With a black sand beach, beachfront dining, and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a body treatment, a body scrub, or a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site Mediterranean cuisine restaurant, Mr. E Restaurant, features ocean views. In addition to a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and access to a nearby health club
  • Smoke-free premises, a porter/bellhop, and beach towels
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and designer toiletries
  • 43-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • Balconies, separate sitting areas, and electric kettles

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Mr. E Restaurant
  • Pool Bar
  • Pool Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fan
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during November, December, January, February, March, and April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 14 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 14 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 100.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 65 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 100.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Children 14 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Istoria Hotel Santorini
Istoria Santorini
Istoria
Istoria Hotel Santorini/Perivolos

Frequently asked questions

Does Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 65 per vehicle applies.

Where is Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels located?

Nestled on the beach, this Santorini hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Perissa Beach and Perivolos Beach. Museum of Minerals and Fossils and Kastelli Emporio are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Istoria, A Member of Design Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

shaniqwa

Gorgeous rooms. Best hotel on the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamera

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was high class, comfortable, amazing staff, and overall a fabulous experience!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne Clotilde

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing stay, very kind and accommodating service, we will come back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Penny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing and so accommodating! Especially Despina and Rebecca. All of the receptionists were so patient and extremely helpful. Thank you for a wonderful stay in Santorini!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the best and most memorable stay here. The staff pay attention to detail and ensure you have everything you need. I have been impressed with the quality of the service. The rooms are fantastic. I like the model of fewer rooms but there’s no compromise on space. The pool and beach facilities are impeccable. Thank you for one of the best stays for me in Santorini!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a beautiful resort! The accommodations, food, spa services, amenities and staff were impeccable. The swimming pool design was like no other I've ever seen......just gorgeous! The hosts/manager Greg and Dimitra were very welcoming and helpful, as was all the staff!! I highly recommend this property if you're looking for a luxury vacation with 5 star service!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet, beautiful, and friendly. 10/10.

Istoria was magnificent. It was beautiful and classy. The room was quiet and so well decorated with gorgeous private pool. The hotel pool was also probably the best Ive ever seen, I never wanted to leave and actually preferred it to the ocean that was just outside the front doors. The staff were attentive and so friendly. If you're looking for a beach side stay in a more quiet area of Santorini, this is the choice for you. Its at least a 30min drive to more touristy areas like Oia where you can get your IG shots of stairs and sunsets. But the hotel will book you great tours of those areas as well. Finally, the spa was incredible and well priced. Overall, Id stay here again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved the hotel and the staff, especially Pavlos who helped us make many last minute bookings. The chat service was very convenient. Food was amazing, bed was very comfortable and toiletries were so good from Korres. If I could pick this hotel up and place it in a more remote location that would be amazing. From the pictures I imagined it would be very private and in a natural setting. But the hotel is in the middle of a town, surrounded by many beach resorts that don’t have the same vibe as Istoria.

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Experience !

My wife and I had the chance to stay in this hotel for 8 nights for our honeymoon, a couple of days after the opening of this facility. The hotel staff has been very caring, extremely friendly and always ready to provide a quality of service above and beyond. The breakfast is delicious and offers a large variety of choices including gluten free options. We booked the Storia Suite which offers a large living space for a couple, separated between a lovely living room and a cozy bedroom with a most comfortable king size bed we ever had. The hidden gem is definitely the fantastic private terrace which has an amazing jetted tub pool with view on the sea for long and refreshing sun tanning experience. The hotel is located just in front of the beach of Perissa and the road along this strip offers options such as restaurants and night club. However we didn't experience any of them as we had a rental car, and we were most of the time away from this area. The only improvement we see is maybe the Wi-Fi connection and coverage, great in some places, but less in others with occasional disconnections. But I am being picky here. Who has time to browse internet while in Santorini? The overall experience has been fantastic, period. I would recommend this hotel to anybody looking for a hotel that offers a surprising experience, in a romantic setting, and surrounded by an excellent staff.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frederick

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Fredrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

tony

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Valeria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Esattamente di fronte alla spiaggia, bellissimo. La piscina stupenda.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Geila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johneatha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Juan Pablo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Istoria black beach

Great design and service! Highly recommend it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice hotel, simple luxury, the storia suite has an amazing terrace and sea view but room was too expensive
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can't speak highly enough of my experience at the Istoria Hotel. I would recommend it to anyone I know. The staff went out of their way to not only meet our needs, but exceed them at every turn. The property itself is stunning and it's really the little extras that the staff does (i.e. a cold beverage waiting at your check in) that makes the say beyond wonderful. I'll certainly be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

EV, Connecticut

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this property. The facility is gorgeous. The location is perfect. Mostly the staff is exceptional. They could not do anything more to give us the most perfect stay in Istoria.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

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