Firostefani, Firostefani, 84700, Greece
#1 of 42 vacation rentals in Firostefani
Guests' ChoiceBased on 223 apartment reviews
9.9Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
10.0
Location
10.0
Facilities
9.9
Staff
10.0
Value for money
9.7
Free Wifi
9.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: August 22, 2022
Balázs
HungaryThe best accomodation in Santorini. I would choose it again. Very good location, Very nice staff, Amazing breakfast, very clean room and spectacular view. We were on a honeymoon and it could not have been better. I can only recommend it.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 12, 2022
Williamson
AustraliaSuper friendly hospitality, the view was amazing and facilities were so clean!
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: August 4, 2022
Ashton
United StatesNothing - the property is absolutely gorgeous.
Santorini view studios is in a perfect location for a relaxing vacation in santorini. The view alone is perfect and, dare I say, a better sunset spot than oia since the sun goes behind one of the distant islands from this vantage! Firostefani is a short 10-15 min walk downhill into Fira along the main path that follows the rim of the caldera. there’s plenty of night life and shopping to your heart’s content there. While you cannot just pull up to this hotel it has two easy access points - one next to Di Vinci restaurant and the other closer to the main firostefani church (warning it goes by multiple names). Firostefani only had a couple handful of delicious restaurants making it a much quieter area - it has two mini marts which have plenty of supplies but if you need a pharmacy it is 1km towards Fira or imerovigli to get advil. The hotel doesn’t face a main public path so it feels quite private although you are smooshed between many hotels and BnBs so there’s still people quite close as with most of santorini. if you are in the room closest to the path down like we were you will get many instagrammers popping up for a photo but for the most part it didn’t bother me. the room is incredibly spacious! I wanted to live in it forever 😂 - had a mini fridge, single serve espresso maker, hot plate, electric kettle and all the kitchen utensils needed to enjoy wine or leftovers. the shower was dreamy cave-like space with dual rainfall shower heads (shower gel and shampoo only) and they also provided robe and slippers as well as a full side hair dryer. We were told not to drink water from the faucet- I think this may be a Santorini thing. bed is comfy and the blanket is plenty for end of July heat 🥵. the windows were the awesome European kind where the handle up vents and handle out opens and handle down locks. the shutters make it pitch black in there if a midday siesta is needed.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: August 1, 2022
Martin
Australianothing, no downsides.
Such friendly, hospitable staff. and the views were magic
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: July 30, 2022
Carol
United StatesHonestly, I cannot think of a thing. It was wonderful!
The accommodations as well as Georgia and her whole team were totally fantastic! The room was beautiful, clean and the views from the balcony were spectacular! I had only dreamed that our stay would be as wonderful as it was. We had quite a time getting there due to all the airline struggles, but all that stress melted away with how gracious everyone was and how much they truly wanted our stay to be wonderful. Thank you Georgia! You are the best!
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 27, 2022
Anne
United StatesA beautiful view, comfortable room and gorgeous view
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 26, 2022
Colin
Australiazero
Great views, clean and plenty of room inside with modern amenities.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 24, 2022
Can
NetherlandsEverything is beyond our expectations
We stayed here for our honeymoon. Georgia took great care of us and we had an experience beyond five star hotels. It was very enjoyable to have our breakfast on our own balcony towards the view of the caldera and watch the wonderful sunset. At the same time, we were able to explore the island easily as we were very close to markets and restaurants.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 17, 2022
Beverly
AustraliaMore on the pricier side, but money definitely worth spending with no regrets!
Perfect location for Santorini sunsets & magnificent views of the Caldera, yet still in a peaceful part of the West Coast. Firostefani is the perfect location to stay, with Santorini View Studios being an optimal spot for: Sunset and Caldera views, restaurants & proximity to both Thera & Oia. Sumptuous & plentiful breakfasts provided but the extremely welcoming & warm hosts. Studio apartments themselves are well designed, modern, high quality - nothing short of luxurious. Could not recommend this option for your Santorini stay more! Would love to come back in the future!
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 15, 2022
John
United KingdomVery difficult to pick a negative. If I had to, I would say it is quite loud with the public walking down the steps next to your room, there is no real privacy, but this didn’t bother us too much.
Breakfast on the balcony was absolutely sensational. The views. The host: Georgia. It was a pure pleasure to spend a few days here.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 12, 2022
Evan
AustraliaI could not improve on anything!!
Exceptional location and hospitable hosts made this visit a memorable one. Santorini is a must see once in a lifetime island and these suits do full justice to it! See the photos. The view to the Caldera is spectacular from your own balcony. You can stay here and not go anywhere else in the island if you wish so. The room is clean, spacious, comfortable and the facilities are modern (wifi, kitchen, bathroom). Georgia and Nikos, the hosts, were helpful from the first moment to the last. They personify what Greek hospitality is all about. The breakfast is exquisite and plentiful, served by the host to your balcony when you are ready in the morning. The suites are within a 50 meter walk to Firostefani with its few restaurants and shops. You can also easily walk 1km to get to Thira or Imerovigli which are larger villages. For a relaxing break with your spouse in Santorini this is an excellent choice.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: July 7, 2022
Trace
United StatesNothing.
the staff was incredibly nice and helpful. amazing location and clean environment. I will recommend to anybody who asks.
Stayed in July 2022
Reviewed: June 28, 2022
Aimee
United StatesNothing :)
My mother and I had a fantastic stay at Santorini View Studios. The location is perfect. Firostefani is big enough to have everything you need, but is not as crowded as Fira and Oia. The hotel is only down a few steps, which is a HUGE benefit in Santorini. The room was large, spotlessly clean, and very comfortable. The view from the balcony was perfect. The benefit of having a balcony view is you don't need to fight the crowds or secure a dinner reservation for sunset. Every evening we came back, watched the sunset with a glass of wine, then had a relaxed dinner afterwards. The morning breakfasts were beyond generous, and delicious. They changed a little each day to keep it interesting. Georgia was the perfect host. She always greeted us with a smile, and was eager to help us arrange anything we needed. But one of the best things about our stay, was Santorini View's driver, Andreas. Transportation is challenging in Santorini, parking is hard, driving is hectic, buses don't really follow a schedule, taxis are scarce and expensive. Andreas solved all those issues. We were able to arrange where we wanted to go and when and either text or prearrange pick up. We were able to visit Perissa, Oia, have a delicious dinner at Metaxi Mas, and get picked up at the ferry and dropped off at the airport. And all at a very fair price! This property is an absolute gem!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 27, 2022
G
IndiaPerfect stay! Everything was lovely. Great Location, Delicious breakfast even though we were vegetarians. Breathtaking view of the caldera sunset. Georgia is a great and a loving host. I would highly recommend this place to anyone visiting Santorini
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 19, 2022
Tony
United KingdomGreat location Nice friendly family masive breakfast couldnt have been any better.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: June 11, 2022
Cindy
United Statesthe stairs to get to it, but that’s Santorini!
the place was immaculate, the breakfast plentiful and delicious, and service from the owner was outstanding!! gorgeous Santorini sunsets from our patio!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 7, 2022
Tamara
AustraliaBed was very hard and perhaps needs underlay for some but this is pretty common in Greece.
Fantastic place to stay, very relaxing and quiet. We stayed in the superior deluxe studio with caldera views. We stayed few nights here and few nights in Oia. In Oia we did not stay on the calderas but we stayed just next to it so we could be there in the mornings. In Oia few places have privacy on the caldera as hordes of tourists gather and it’s much pricier. This place was private, great sunset views as it faces exactly west, very quiet. The room was spacious and modern, much better than in the photos and recently renovated not like some of the old photos online. The place was spotlessly clean and the hosts were very friendly and helpful and also arranged transfer to port. The location is excellent being less than ten minutes walk to Fira or Imerovigli. Fira is too busy and not as nice as Firostefania and Iremovigli. The views are fantastic and very high up with balcony seating and umbrella for shade. Breakfast is served on balcony and very generous. The bus stop to Oia or Fira is just a few minutes walk from hotel. Wifi worked well. Bottle of water was provided. Dressing gown and slippers and toiletries provided. The Fira to Oia walk is a must do and easy to do from here.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 7, 2022
Kanika
CroatiaCarrying heavy luggage up the stairs as no lifts. But the hosts were very kind to help with that.
Beautiful views, lovely hosts. Breakfast served when you want.
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 5, 2022
Aivarasn
EstoniaDefinitely the best location to stay! (either if using public transport or renting) One of the best views in Santorini (if not the best)! Breakfast was also delicious and very fulfilling!
Stayed in June 2022
Reviewed: June 4, 2022
Melissa
United StatesWe loved everything and can’t wait to go back one day.
This hotel was incredible! our host was extremely nice and very helpful. She helped us many times figure out the bus routes and where to go for things. The room was very beautiful and clean. The breakfast was very good and it was really awesome that they brought it to the patio outside our room for us to enjoy. We got to have the breakfast while watching the morning sun burn away all the fog from the night before. The absolute best part was the astounding sunset. There are many places to go for an amazing sunset on this island but there is none better than the view we had from our patio at this hotel.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 19, 2022
Carlos
United StatesEverything was great
This property is amazing. Georgia went out of her way to make us feel comfortable at all times.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 9, 2022
Thomas
United Statesfamily who owns it are fabulous
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 9, 2022
Justin
United StatesPlentiful breakfast in a great location, just off the main walking road in Firestofani with excellent caldera views.
Stayed in May 2022
Reviewed: May 4, 2022
Sheila
United KingdomNothing
Breakfast was brought by owner and served on our balcony. Members of our family stopped to chat while we were eating. The owner brought out more pastries and sorted out some chairs for them so they could join us. We were attending a family wedding nearby and Georgia the owner had provided us with iron and ironing board for use by us and other family members staying nearby. She had also arranged a hairdresser for me on the morning of the wedding. Nothing was too much trouble. The accommodation was superb. I would highly recommend this property and we look forward to returning.
Stayed in April 2022
Reviewed: April 19, 2022
Saurav
United KingdomThere isn't anything not to like. Seriously!!
Everything about the property from the room, location, amenities, breakfast and staff. I'd like to specially mention our host Georgia and her family. They were outstanding. Book this property without any hesitation and I guarantee you won't regret it.
Stayed in April 2022
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