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Hopping Around the Greek Islands
by Eva ZhuWith over 6,000 islands and islets of volcanic cliffs, whitewashed villages and glistening beachfronts, the Greek archipelago is a stunning phenomenon unlike any other in Europe. Here, summer seems eternal. We picked the best Greek islands to visit, including our favorite places to stay, to make trip planning a breeze.
Hopping Around the Greek Islands
Athens > Mykonos > Kos > Rhodes > Crete > Santorini > Folegandros > Sifnos > Spetses > Zakynthos
Hopping Around the Greek Islands
Land in Athens and dive into laid-back life by heading straight to the Athenian Riviera. Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso is located just outside the capital yet feels like a world away. This waterfront haven is home to two seawater pools, a private beach and award-winning thalassotherapy spa, so you can start your vacation in all the right ways.
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Just a short stroll from Mykonos town, opposite the marina’s bobbing sails, you’ll find the brand new Mykonos Riviera Hotel & Spa. This chic hotel’s nautical white-on-white aesthetic contrasts starkly with the Mediterranean’s vibrant hues. On property, there’s organic Lebanese and Greek cuisine, a Turkish hammam and an infinity pool cascading to the sea.
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Hop over to Kos island for a tranquil adults-only experience. The luxuriously modern Diamond Deluxe Hotel, featuring a botanic spa and state-of-the-art dermatology and cosmetics clinic, will leave you renewed and rejuvenated. Plus, there are swim-up rooms, gourmet live cooking shows and one of the best beaches in Greece for lazing away.
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Time stands still on Rhodes island, home to charming towns and villages that retain their traditional character. A collection of seaside, whitewashed houses connected by stone paved pathways, Lindian Village is a one-of-a-kind hotel experience. From here, you can sail on a catamaran, taste wine on the beach or simply lounge by the pool.
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Crete, Greece’s largest island, offers diversions to satisfy all your senses. Make Abaton Island Resort & Spa your home base. This ultra-stylish resort features open-concept rooms with oversized outdoor spaces, award-winning gastronomy and personal butler service. After the sun dips, the newly opened Buddha-Bar Beach Club will take you into the night.
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If there is one island to take in a Grecian sunset, it’s Santorini. Soak it up at the boho-chic Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suite & Spa. There are no simple rooms here, only suites and villas each with a kitchenette, outdoor jacuzzi and sun loungers. From dinners overlooking the Aegan Sea to the island’s largest spa, this romantic escape feels like a dream.
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Life takes on a slower pace at Folegandros, a small island brimming with wild beauty. Here, Anemi Hotel stands with only 12 buildings housing bright and breezy rooms and suites, combining contemporary design with Cycladic architecture. Taste Greek dishes straight from the sea, bask in Mediterranean rays and practice yoga by the vineyard.
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No visit to the Cyclades is complete without a stop on the foodie island of Sifnos. Designed to blend in with the natural landscape, the suite and villa-only Elies Resorts is perched on a hill overlooking a golden beach. You won’t need to go far for gastronomic delights; the restaurant serves unique local dishes and there’s also a Greek cooking class.
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Known as “the island of perfumes”, car-free Spetses is an idyllic destination of sandy beaches and secluded bays. Echoing the glamorous hotels of the Côte d’Azur, the majestic Poseidonion Grand Hotel is a storied landmark. Expect luxuries such as balcony sea views, award-winning organic cuisine and an open-air cinema for perfect starlit evenings.
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Zakynthos on the west coast is worthy of extending your trip for; the limestone cliffs and turquoise waters are something to behold. Reflecting the island’s Venetian influence, Porto Zante Villas & Spa’s private pool villas are elevated by Armani furnishings. When not exploring the beauteous landscape, there’s an overwater spa and dining that features fresh catches from the sea.
VIEW HOTELAthens > Mykonos > Kos > Rhodes > Crete > Santorini > Folegandros > Sifnos > Spetses > Zakynthos
Land in Athens and dive into laid-back life by heading straight to the Athenian Riviera. Divani Apollon Palace & Thalasso is located just outside the capital yet feels like a world away. This waterfront haven is home to two seawater pools, a private beach and award-winning thalassotherapy spa, so you can start your vacation in all the right ways.
VIEW HOTELJust a short stroll from Mykonos town, opposite the marina’s bobbing sails, you’ll find the brand new Mykonos Riviera Hotel & Spa. This chic hotel’s nautical white-on-white aesthetic contrasts starkly with the Mediterranean’s vibrant hues. On property, there’s organic Lebanese and Greek cuisine, a Turkish hammam and an infinity pool cascading to the sea.
VIEW HOTELHop over to Kos island for a tranquil adults-only experience. The luxuriously modern Diamond Deluxe Hotel, featuring a botanic spa and state-of-the-art dermatology and cosmetics clinic, will leave you renewed and rejuvenated. Plus, there are swim-up rooms, gourmet live cooking shows and one of the best beaches in Greece for lazing away.
VIEW HOTELTime stands still on Rhodes island, home to charming towns and villages that retain their traditional character. A collection of seaside, whitewashed houses connected by stone paved pathways, Lindian Village is a one-of-a-kind hotel experience. From here, you can sail on a catamaran, taste wine on the beach or simply lounge by the pool.
VIEW HOTELCrete, Greece’s largest island, offers diversions to satisfy all your senses. Make Abaton Island Resort & Spa your home base. This ultra-stylish resort features open-concept rooms with oversized outdoor spaces, award-winning gastronomy and personal butler service. After the sun dips, the newly opened Buddha-Bar Beach Club will take you into the night.
VIEW HOTELIf there is one island to take in a Grecian sunset, it’s Santorini. Soak it up at the boho-chic Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suite & Spa. There are no simple rooms here, only suites and villas each with a kitchenette, outdoor jacuzzi and sun loungers. From dinners overlooking the Aegan Sea to the island’s largest spa, this romantic escape feels like a dream.
VIEW HOTELLife takes on a slower pace at Folegandros, a small island brimming with wild beauty. Here, Anemi Hotel stands with only 12 buildings housing bright and breezy rooms and suites, combining contemporary design with Cycladic architecture. Taste Greek dishes straight from the sea, bask in Mediterranean rays and practice yoga by the vineyard.
VIEW HOTELNo visit to the Cyclades is complete without a stop on the foodie island of Sifnos. Designed to blend in with the natural landscape, the suite and villa-only Elies Resorts is perched on a hill overlooking a golden beach. You won’t need to go far for gastronomic delights; the restaurant serves unique local dishes and there’s also a Greek cooking class.
VIEW HOTELKnown as “the island of perfumes”, car-free Spetses is an idyllic destination of sandy beaches and secluded bays. Echoing the glamorous hotels of the Côte d’Azur, the majestic Poseidonion Grand Hotel is a storied landmark. Expect luxuries such as balcony sea views, award-winning organic cuisine and an open-air cinema for perfect starlit evenings.
VIEW HOTELZakynthos on the west coast is worthy of extending your trip for; the limestone cliffs and turquoise waters are something to behold. Reflecting the island’s Venetian influence, Porto Zante Villas & Spa’s private pool villas are elevated by Armani furnishings. When not exploring the beauteous landscape, there’s an overwater spa and dining that features fresh catches from the sea.
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