Aperanto Suites

“A peaceful retreat ...away from the crowds”

Away from the crowded town of Oia & Fira, located in small town, Aperanto Suites is a beautiful property. The location is superb and the hospitality team is very friendly and warm. We loved our room, a duplex with stunning views of the Aegean Sea and a private jacuzzi in the balcony. Both rooms ha… more

Away from the crowded town of Oia & Fira, located in small town, Aperanto Suites is a beautiful property. The location is superb and the hospitality team is very friendly and warm. We loved our room, a duplex with stunning views of the Aegean Sea and a private jacuzzi in the balcony. Both rooms had a balcony but the bathroom had to be shared. The room was clean and spacious. Breakfast had to be pre- ordered and they served us in the room at our preferred time. It was generous and well prepared. We asked for extra tea coffee sachets in the rooms and that was given to us generously too. The hotel has a swimming pool though we did not use it. Though we did go to Oia one evening to see the sunset from the famous point, but we realised could get better views from our balcony , so we stayed at sunset time in our balcony on the the second day. We had hired a car so access to Oia was easier but there is bus stop opposite the hotel. Parking is available for hotel guests. We loved the peace and tranquility of the location. Behind the property is a small hill which can be easily trekked for great views. Finikia restaurant is 2 minutes walk and the food there was amazing. We had both lunch and dinner and enjoyed our meals. There are other dining options at walking distance. Highly recommend renting a car and going around the island to get a good feel of the island and enjoy some non touristy places. Aperanto suites gave us wonderful memories with our friends.We loved the tranquility and peace of the hotel

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“Quiet Classy Place”

From the moment we were warmly greeted by Eva the receptionist we felt at home in this lovely apartment complex. Situated off the main road to the delightful clifftop town of Oia you feel as if you are close enough to all the action of the town but distant enough to enjoy this quiet oasis. Everyt… more

From the moment we were warmly greeted by Eva the receptionist we felt at home in this lovely apartment complex. Situated off the main road to the delightful clifftop town of Oia you feel as if you are close enough to all the action of the town but distant enough to enjoy this quiet oasis. Everything about the place is classy – the staff, the help with luggage up and down the steps, the pool with magnificent views out to sea and no hassle over the very comfy sunbeds as there were always free ones, the pool bar and the friendly bartender Kostas, the breakfast service to your front door or terrace and the well-appointed rooms – we had a quirky but spacious ‘cave’, with a magnificent rainfall shower, consistently good wifi and an easy to use safety deposit box. The pool has a couple of shallow areas where you can cool off or stretch out, while the main part is 1.8m deep and great for a short refreshing swim. Also they have large floating cushions (an upgrade on the old lilo) that you float on. Kostas serves snacks and drinks. As the sun dies down it’s a great place to take in the sunset with one of his cocktails – our favourites were the Daiquiri and Aperol Spritz. On your arrival you indicate what you’d like for breakfast each day from a long list. It was consistently excellent – freshly squeezed orange juice, cereal, scrumptious Greek yoghurt, fresh fruit, eggs of your choice, bread rolls, cake and tea/coffee – delicious! All with a view! The apartments are at various levels with views out over the Aegean to Ios and beyond. We are in our early 70s and had no problem with the relatively steep steps to reception and then to the main road but check out the right apartment for you if you have any mobility issues. We’ve seen some reviews that suggest Aperanto Suites are further out of Oia than they actually are. It took us about 15 minutes’ gentle walk into Oia but they will always order a taxi for you, as well as offer you advice on local excursions - we were recommended a sunset catamaran cruise which was superb. If you fancy eating close to the apartments, which we did several times, rather than going into Oia there are two very good restaurants within 5 minutes’ walk towards Oia – Finikia and Santorini Mou. All of the staff, not just Eva and Kostas, but the porters and cleaning staff too, were incredibly friendly and attentive. And always well turned out. Professional and courteous would describe them well. I have no hesitation in recommending Aperanto Suites to savour the best that Oia has to offer whilst enjoying a welcome chill-out time away from the crowds.

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