Vedema, A Luxury Collection Resort, Santorini

“A lovely resort built in the style of a traditional Greek village”

Vedema is a luxury hotel in the heart of the ancient village of Megalochori. The cobbled paths, courtyards, and stepped access ways around the resort resemble those of the village with which it is inextricably intertwined. There is minimal signage around the resort, adding to its authentic look a… more

Vedema is a luxury hotel in the heart of the ancient village of Megalochori. The cobbled paths, courtyards, and stepped access ways around the resort resemble those of the village with which it is inextricably intertwined. There is minimal signage around the resort, adding to its authentic look and feel, and encouraging guests to explore each alleyway. There are two pools as well as a large outdoor jacuzzi. There is also a spa and fitness centre. Each pool has its own poolside bar and restaurant which is open for breakfast (Pergola Pool Restaurant) and/or lunch (Circe and Trataro). There is also a delightful wine bar (Cavana) and restaurant (Alati) in an old cave, once used to produce and store wine, which is open in the evenings. For more options head in to the village (a two-minute walk) where there are half a dozen restaurants with menus ranging from fresh fish, to chicken souvlaki, to pork giros and lamb cutlets. There is also a number of art and jewellery shops as well as a mini-mart. If you have a car there is a supermarket just a few minutes away (by way of illustration a coca-cola costs Eur 8 from the minibar, Eur 3 from the min-market and Eur 1 from the supermarket). The hotel blends-in seamlessly with its surroundings, with the village on one side, and the vineyards and small holdings (think chickens and goats) on the other side, with views of the sea in the distance. We stayed here at the beginning of the season (mid-May) so the hotel was relatively quiet which meant we could choose pretty much any lounger we wanted around the pool. There is a range of suites and villas, some of which have their own private pools and/or hot tubs. It seems that even within the same room category there are a variety of layouts due to the unique nature of the resort. We booked a Dorien Suite but the hotel staff (who were absolutely fabulous) kindly offered us an upgrade to an Ionian Suite in recognition of my 60th birthday Our suite (Sigma 1) was on the edge of the resort overlooking several churches, small holdings and caves, with the sea in the distance. It was a lovely suite with a separate kitchen / living area, bedroom, bathroom with “his and hers” wash basins, and terrace (with two sun loungers and a table and chairs for four). We hired a car from the week (for around Eur 200) from the airport which saved on taxis (its about Eur 40 each way to the airport) and gave us the freedom to explore the island (including the fabulous coastline, beaches and nearby towns of Fira and Oia) at our own pace. We loved our stay at Vedema. It’s a lovely relaxing place which blends in perfectly with its surroundings and is a world away from the hustle and bustle of Fira. The staff were absolutely fabulous and couldn’t do enough to ensure we had a great time. I would thoroughly recommend Vedema for a special occasion or romantic get-away. Sadly, if you have mobility issues, with its cobbled paths, courtyards, and steps, Vedema is not for you. Finally, what would I change? Not much. Maybe the wine list could be made a bit more accessible (there are relatively few bottles below Eur 80) and the cocktail list could benefit from a review (better pricing would ultimately encourage more guests to frequent the hotel in an evening).

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“Delightful!”

Vedema is a beautiful property nestled in the hills of Santorini. In addition to the beauty you have a team of amazing staff members that are so friendly and caring they almost feel like family. No need to leave the property for dining. The presentation and food quality is delightful under the e… more

Vedema is a beautiful property nestled in the hills of Santorini. In addition to the beauty you have a team of amazing staff members that are so friendly and caring they almost feel like family. No need to leave the property for dining. The presentation and food quality is delightful under the excellent supervion of Panos and his team, the Food and Beverage Director at the hotel. Don't miss an opportunity to experience the wine tasting at the Cavava Wine Bar. A subterranean cave winery.

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“Must experience”

My stay at Vedema in Santorini was truly wonderful and easily one of the highlights of my trip to Greece. The property is beautiful, relaxing, and delivers the luxury experience it advertises. The amenities were exactly as described, the atmosphere was peaceful, and the overall attention to detail … more

My stay at Vedema in Santorini was truly wonderful and easily one of the highlights of my trip to Greece. The property is beautiful, relaxing, and delivers the luxury experience it advertises. The amenities were exactly as described, the atmosphere was peaceful, and the overall attention to detail throughout the resort was impressive. The service was absolutely superb. Every staff member I encountered was professional, attentive, warm, and genuinely focused on making guests feel welcomed and cared for. The hospitality at this resort really stood out and elevated the entire experience. The food at the restaurants was exceptional. Every meal I had was flavorful, beautifully prepared, and memorable. From breakfast to dinner, the quality of the dining experience consistently exceeded expectations. My only complaint — and the reason for the 4-star rather than 5-star review — was the number of cats roaming the property, especially around the outdoor dining areas. While I understand this is common in Greece and many guests enjoyed interacting with them, I personally found it less appealing during meals, particularly when guests were feeding the cats near dining tables. Aside from that, I truly cannot say enough positive things about my stay at Vedema. I would absolutely return and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Santorini looking for a luxurious and relaxing experience with outstanding service and dining.

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“Good but could have been great”

I had the greatest time at this hotel, until at checkout I wasn’t given my $100 Amex FHR credit. I had to fight with the checkout agent she kept telling me the credit was applied when it was not . I finally got my refund but left a bad taste in my mouth about this property. Such a shame because I w… more

I had the greatest time at this hotel, until at checkout I wasn’t given my $100 Amex FHR credit. I had to fight with the checkout agent she kept telling me the credit was applied when it was not . I finally got my refund but left a bad taste in my mouth about this property. Such a shame because I was going to leave the best review possible. Also $70 Euro To go the ferry port is very high priced and a scam. Otherwise I had a great time but has to be 3 star after my bad experience with checkout agent and ripoff transit to ferry port

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