Dreaming View Suites

“Worth It for the Views – A Great Base to Explore Santorini”

We stayed in the Executive Suite at Dreaming View Suites, Imerovigli, and overall had a really lovely time. The main selling point here is without a doubt the stunning views over the caldera – honestly, pictures online just don’t do Santorini justice, and waking up to that view every day was unforg… more

We stayed in the Executive Suite at Dreaming View Suites, Imerovigli, and overall had a really lovely time. The main selling point here is without a doubt the stunning views over the caldera – honestly, pictures online just don’t do Santorini justice, and waking up to that view every day was unforgettable. That being said, like some other reviews have mentioned, the rooms could do with a bit of TLC. It’s a little run down in places, but it was clean, the bed was comfortable, and we didn’t have any issues with noise or cleanliness. For us, it was fine because we spent most of our time exploring the island rather than sitting in the room. But if you’re someone who wants luxury and plans to spend a lot of time inside, it may not be the perfect fit – especially given the price point. The staff were absolutely lovely – very warm and welcoming, which really made a difference to our stay. Breakfast wasn’t a 10/10 experience, but it was perfectly fine, and more than enough to set us up for a day of walking and exploring. As for Santorini itself – it’s truly breathtaking. The island is full of steps and hills, so be prepared for a lot of walking (I did over 100,000 steps in just 4 nights!). Fira ended up being our favourite spot, with more going on and slightly wider streets than Oia, though of course you’ll pay a premium for any restaurant or bar with a caldera view. Oia is beautiful, but in my opinion a little overrated compared to Fira. One of the highlights of our trip was the cruise tour of the volcano, hot springs, and Thirassia. I couldn’t recommend it enough – the boat trip itself was brilliant, and even though I wish we’d had a little longer at the hot springs, it was such a memorable experience and really worth doing. A small tip for anyone planning a visit: keep an eye on how many cruise ships are docked. On our first day there were six, and Fira was absolutely jam-packed – the queue for the cable cars snaked all through the narrow streets, making it difficult to move around. The next day there was only one cruise ship, and the difference was huge – it felt calm, relaxed, and we could actually take in all that the island had to offer. Overall, while the accommodation isn’t flawless, the views, location, and staff more than made up for it. We would happily stay here again, especially as a base for exploring the island.

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“Excellent Location 10/0”

It's very beautiful. Convenient to all the top locations in Santorini. Breakfast was a delight you shouldn't miss. Staff were very professional and helpful specially Alexandra at the reception. She was one step ahead all the time and definitely deserves a pay rise for her hard work and honesty. We … more

It's very beautiful. Convenient to all the top locations in Santorini. Breakfast was a delight you shouldn't miss. Staff were very professional and helpful specially Alexandra at the reception. She was one step ahead all the time and definitely deserves a pay rise for her hard work and honesty. We will definitely recommend this suites/hotel to our family and friends.

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“For the price we paid, this was a huge letdown — a great view can’t compensate for poor quality and presentation”

The view is undeniably beautiful — that’s the one thing this property has going for it. The staff were lovely and very polite throughout. Special credit to the man who carried our bags through the steep, difficult access path; he truly went above and beyond and deserves far better pay for what he d… more

The view is undeniably beautiful — that’s the one thing this property has going for it. The staff were lovely and very polite throughout. Special credit to the man who carried our bags through the steep, difficult access path; he truly went above and beyond and deserves far better pay for what he does. Unfortunately, almost everything else fell short of expectations. The room was noticeably run down and not clean at all. It did not match the photos on the booking site — very misleading. The bathroom was quite disgusting, and to top it off, there was no hot water, forcing us to take cold showers. Access to the property is complicated and should come with a strong warning — anyone with mobility issues would seriously struggle here. Breakfast was cold on arrival and entirely underwhelming. Considering the premium price we paid, we expected a significantly higher standard across the board — this was not worth the cost.

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