ADVERTORIAL • December 2024

Santorini’s finest: two peaceful sanctuaries with stunning scenery

From a brand-new hideaway to a well-established favourite, these tranquil properties offer relaxation and indulgence just steps away from Santorini’s most celebrated sights

Santorini, Greece’s style capital, is famed for its golden sunsets over the caldera, gourmet dining, world-class spa treatments and evening yacht cruises – all in one breathtaking destination. To experience the best, you’ll want to stay in the island’s fashionable north, close to the action but removed enough to savor tranquillity between excursions. These two serene retreats place you at the heart of what makes Thira (Santorini’s Greek name) so special, wrapping you in peace and seclusion.

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Santo Mine Oia Suites

What’s the vibe?
A haven for honeymooners and style-seekers, Santo Mine feels like an ultra-luxe home away from home.

Come here for…
Pnoē Spa, a rejuvenating retreat after a day spent wine tasting or cruising the Aegean. Designed to alleviate stress and urban tension, it offers a sauna, hammam, yoga sessions and an outdoor gym to blend wellness with relaxation.

Your living space
Each of the 37 minimalist suites boasts direct sea views, private pools or Jacuzzis and charming garden-fronted terraces, creating an intimate space for unwinding. The private terraces offer the same idyllic sunset vistas as Oia’s famous castle, minus the crowds.

Food and drink
Ālme restaurant is known for its inventive fish dishes, inspired by unique dry-ageing techniques. The Rhoē wine bar serves up cocktails and snacks, with ingredients sourced from Santo Collection’s organic kitchen garden. Don’t miss the private tastings in the wine cellar, set against historic cave walls.

Location
Perched above Ammoudi Bay on the site of a former stone mine, Santo Mine sits within Oia, Santorini’s most photogenic clifftop town, where candy-coloured churches and world-class dining await. You’ll be just a short walk from the best restaurants, cafés, galleries and designer stores – and ideally situated for the island’s renowned sunsets.

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Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas

What’s the vibe?
A tranquil retreat perfect for those seeking cultural immersion and true relaxation.

Come here for…
Ways to savour Santorini’s unique culture. With 83 suites and two villas, Santo Pure offers privacy, luxury and a range of cultural experiences, from culinary workshops and yoga to private wine tastings and yacht excursions. There are six pools, including three infinity-edge pools, and the award-winning Anassa Spa, with an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and restorative treatments that can even be arranged in the comfort of your suite.

Your living space
Whitewashed Cycladic suites are nestled within lush gardens and include private pools or Jacuzzis, offering a peaceful vantage point for sunset views. Interiors blend chic monochrome furnishings, wicker accents and touches of blue and white, embodying Greek island style.

Food and drink
Breakfast here is a must. Expect fresh fruits, Greek coffee, cheeses, meats, superfoods and pastries. Overlooking the pool, Alios Ilios restaurant serves a modern Mediterranean menu featuring burrata, risotto and local red wine-braised beef tenderloin. The Akratos poolside bar offers refreshments throughout the day.

Location
Situated on Santorini’s northwestern tip, Santo Pure is close to the vibrant town of Oia and the scenic Ammoudi Bay, perfectly positioned for quiet days and exciting nights.

All holidays with British Airways Holidays are ATOL protected and include a generous baggage allowance per person and a 24-hour holiday helpline. Secure your Santorini getaway with a low deposit and enjoy flexible payments until you fly.*

*Full balance due four weeks before departure for short-haul holidays. Subject to availability. T&Cs apply. See ba.com/deposits.

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