Oia Castle Luxury Suites Hotel in Santorini

Essentials
• Location: Views of Ammoudi Bay and sunset, underneath the famous castle ruins in Oia
• Location Reference
• Hotel website: artmaisons.gr
• Hotel phone: +30 22860 71831
• Check prices for Oia Castle Luxury Suites

Hotel Review

The Oia Castle Luxury Suites provides guests with jacuzzi and pool suites, as well as direct sunset caldera views from the boutique hotel situated under the Oia castle ruins.

Renovated entirely in 2019, Oia Castle Luxury Suites presents 7 suites, each offering a private hot tub, private heated pool, or both. Hot tubs and pools are all fashioned in a cave-style, manually excavated from the cliffside. No two suites are alike, but all are lavishly appointed and include balconies. Service here and at their sister property Aspaki, where guests gain access to the full-sized, heated pool, poolside bar service, and Mediterranean restaurant is top-notch. The hotel is just steps away from Oia’s finest dining, shopping, and activities.

See Also

• The Top Accommodations in Santorini
• Where to Lodge in Santorini
• Top activities and experiences in Santorini

Oia Castle Luxury Suites – Location

• Area: Oia Castle Luxury Suites is situated on a footpath underneath the castle ruins, the most famed sunset viewing area in Oia, yet blissfully removed from the crowds. Surrounded by the best dining and shopping on the island, almost everything you need is within a 3 to 8-minute walk.

• How to Arrive: The hotel is located along the main pathway to the fortress, but the entrance is hidden. Contact the hotel ahead of time to arrange transportation or to have a staff member meet you in the village of Oia to guide you to the hotel. It is approximately 18km from the Athinios ferry port and the Santorini Airport to the hotel, though they are in different directions.

Public transportation options are available for travelers arriving and departing from the ferry port and airport on Santorini. Buses continually wait at the ferry terminal for each ferry`s arrival and also depart regularly from the airport. However, there is no direct bus transportation from either location to Oia; buses from the port and airport go to Fira first, where passengers must then board a different bus to reach Oia – the total travel time and cost from the port or airport to Oia is approximately one hour and €5. Cash payment is required to purchase tickets onboard the buses. Upon arriving at the Oia Bus Terminal, the hotel is about a 9-minute walk away.

Transportation from the harbor or airport can be obtained through taxis, though only roughly 25 taxis serve the whole island, resulting in potential waits; reserving a ride ahead of time through a private vehicle service such as Welcome Pickups can prevent this. Santorini taxis do not utilize meters, so be sure to agree on a cost with the driver before departing. A taxi from the airport to Oia Castle Luxury Suites will cost approximately €35 to €40. A taxi from the ferry port will cost around €35 to €40 as well. Booking through a private car service will cost a bit extra – around $60 (or €50) – but is worth it to bypass waits and pay in advance.

For those who prefer to self-drive, we suggest renting a vehicle either upon arrival at the airport, or in Fira. The roadway from the ferry port is steep and narrow, with many changeable twists and turns, large trucks, and buses. Leave the navigation to the locals. We strongly recommend reserving a car in advance, especially if you necessitate an automatic transmission. Upon arrival in Oia, there are a couple free public parking areas within a 5 to 10-minute walk of the hotel, but be patient as you may need to check a few lots before finding an vacant space.

The text strongly noted handy locations near Oia Castle and the ” Ammoudi Bay” site.

Map of Oia Castle Luxury Suites

Oia Castle Luxury Suites – The Basics

• Ages: Oia Castle Luxury Suites is limited to adults only, welcoming guests over 12 years exclusively. Guests tend to be couples between 25 and 40 years old celebrating a honeymoon or anniversary.
• Coastal area: The closest area for swimming is Ammoudi Bay, located immediately below Oia at the port, about 300 meters from the hotel. Though not a proper beach due to its rocky shoreline and small size, it is a popular spot for cliff diving and swimming. Several scenic seafood restaurants are situated along Ammoudi Bay, the primary port of Oia. While it requires a steep descent and climb, it is relatively effortless to hire a taxi waiting at the bottom to transport you back up the hill. Guests are encouraged to purchase a snack from one of the eateries, as the staff will happily summon a cab for the return trip.
• View: Guests at the hotel can enjoy direct sunset caldera views over Ammoudi Bay from under the Venetian castle ruins, the famous sunset of Oia. They can appreciate it from private terraces away from crowds. Two suites, the Marine Cave Pool Suite and Aegean Exclusive Suite, feature direct sunset views from their plunge pools.
• Kitchen: The Olympic Pool Villa has a fully equipped kitchen best for light cooking only.
• Private Pools/Jacuzzis: All suites feature cave-style, private hot tubs; cave-style, private heated swimming pools; or both. The Volcano Junior and Sunset Honeymoon Suites offer outdoor hot tubs; the Aqua Cave Pool Suite has an outdoor hot tub and an indoor pool; the Eros Cave Pool Suite and Olympic Pool Villa include outdoor, heated plunge pools. The Marine Cave Pool Suite and Aegean Exclusive Suite boast outdoor, heated plunge pools with direct sunset views.
• Parking: There are several free public parking areas within a 5 to 10-minute walk of the hotel.
• Extras: Welcome bottle of sparkling wine, daily housekeeping, in-room massage therapy, wedding planning assistance, customized services, concierge, access to all facilities at their sister property Aspaki.
• When to Book: The hotel operates from April 1 to November 1. Reserve at least 4 months in advance (6 months is better) for stays during peak season from June through September, and about 3 months in advance for the low and shoulder seasons.
• How to Book: Booking.com will likely have the best rates.
• Phone: +30 22860 71831
• Contact:[email protected]
• Website: artmaisons.gr

Oia Castle Luxury Suites – Amenities

• Pool: Instead of a shared pool onsite, all suites include a private hot tub or pond. Visitors are welcomed to make use of the pool at their sibling property Aspaki, just a brief 6-minute walk away.
• Spa: No spa.
• Fitness Center: No gym.
• For Guests with Disabilities: Like almost all caldera hotels, this one includes many staircases, and all the streets leading to it include many staircases as well. Not suitable for anyone with mobility issues.
• For Families: Oia Castle Luxury Suites is an adults-only hotel, open to guests 12 years and older only. There are no amenities or facilities for children.
• Activities: The concierge team is pleased to organize any activities, like wine trips, caldera cruises, cooking classes, horseback riding, helicopter tours, island hopping, and additional.
• Additional Facilities: Guests have access to all amenities at their sister lodging Aspaki, like the pool, spa, and restaurant.

Oia Castle Luxury Suites – Food and Drink

• Dining: No dining onsite.
• Lounge/Bar: No bar onsite.
• Breakfast: A complimentary breakfast menu is served every morning in the breakfast room from 8 am to 11 am.
• Room Service: Room service is unavailable.

Oia Castle Luxury Suites – Rooms

• Room types include: Volcano Junior Suite, Sunset Honeymoon Suite, Eros Cave Pool Suite, Marine Cave Pool Suite, Aqua Cave Pool Suite, Aegean Exclusive Suite, Olympic Deluxe Pool Villa.
• Smoking Rooms: The hotel does not allow smoking in any of their room categories. It is permitted on the private outdoor terraces and in the outdoor common areas.
• Best Accommodation: Considered the ideal lodging for couples is the Aqua Cave Pool Suite. This spacious apartment provides a queen-sized bed, separate living and dining areas, a 2-level balcony opening to an outdoor cave hot tub with immediate sunset panoramas, and an indoor heated cave pool.
• For Families: Oia Castle Luxury Suites solely welcome guests aged 12 and over. There are no facilities or provisions to accommodate children. For families with older children, the Olympic Deluxe Pool Villa provides the best option. This accommodation with two bedrooms (one with a king bed and one with a queen), two bathrooms also includes a separate living room fitted with a twin-sized sofa bed, a fully-equipped kitchen, a two-level balcony (sun loungers on the upper floor and a dining table on the lower floor), and an outdoor, heated cave pool.

Oia Castle Luxury Suites – Local Transport

• Walking: The hotel is situated in the western portion of Oia underneath the castle ruins, within a brief walking distance to the area’s finest restaurants, shopping, and sights. Ammoudi Bay is accessible via a steep and winding path, simple to descend the 350m down, but laborious going back up; many people taxi rear to the top. This is the pedestrian heart of Oia, and any necessities can be come across within 3 to 8 minutes’ walk.
• Bus: The Oia Bus Terminal is about 500m away and serves all the major villages and beaches on the island, usually requiring a change in Fira. Tickets are purchased on board and range from €1.80 to €2.50 per person during the day depending on the route. Night buses (12:30 a.m. to 5:00 a.m.) run less regularly and cost a little more, from €2.30 to €3.10. Buses can become very crowded especially in high season, so much that they regularly fill to capacity and cannot accommodate additional passengers. Only 23 public buses serve the island.
• Taxis: The nearest taxi stand is approximately 500 meters east near the Oia Bus Terminal, but visitors often must wait as only 25 taxis serve the whole island (with guests from about 1,000 hotels, villas, and Airbnbs). Making a reservation in advance can help avoid the wait while allowing selection of a closer pickup location. A small additional fee is typically charged for reservations and luggage transportation, usually just a couple euros. The average fare from Oia to Fira is €20 to €25, while from Oia to the airport is around €40.
• Motorbikes: Locals commonly use motor scooters as transport, but unfamiliar roads present hazards. Thoroughfares zigzag steeply upwards and downwards on narrow paths sometimes without guardrails or nighttime illumination. Unpaved trails and potholes are common.
• ATVs/Quads: ATVs are an enjoyable and popular method of transportation with visitors, but for the locals required to drive behind them, they maneuver too gradually and hold up traffic in an area where moving around is already challenging. For individuals who don’t routinely ride quads (i.e. most people), they can be risky at high speeds and on turns. Crashed your ATV is a guaranteed way to ruin your vacation.

Oia Castle Luxury Suites – What’s Nearby?

Best Nearby Restaurants

• Lotza: Basic, straightforward Greek comfort food with stunning caldera views.
• Ammoudi Bay Restaurants: Each of these waterfront eateries produces phenomenal fare, guaranteeing the freshest catch of the day. The moderately steep 5-minute walk down takes slightly longer coming back up, but the attendant will happily summon a taxi.
• Roka: Authentic, Santorinian menu with solid dishes, especially the meatballs and octopus.
• Candouni: Cozy, family-operated restaurant with live, Greek music and absolutely delicious meals.
• PitoGyros: Undoubtedly, the finest gyros in Oia. Seating is limited.
• Melitini: 100% Greek menu, using local Santorinian, Cycladic, and Greek ingredients only.
• Anemomilos Restaurant: Located next to the hotel of the same name; refreshingly local atmosphere, not touristy at all. Great food, friendly environment.
• A restaurant in Finikia village: Cozy, romantic restaurant in a converted wine cellar in the charming village.
• Domaine Sigalas: Excellent vineyard and winery offering fresh, local appetizers and wine tastings. Drop in anytime for a sample or meal, or schedule ahead for a full tour.

Best Nearby Bars and Breweries

• Marykay’s Spot/Hassapiko: The only real bar in Oia, this is the only location for dancing in Oia, regularly hosting live bands and DJs.
• Evening Bar with Drinks and Snacks: Relaxing spot for sangria, cocktails, and appetizers near scenic sunset views (though not of the caldera).
• Fino Bar & Mediterranean Restaurant: The top cocktails in Santorini. Also creative, regional cuisine and an broad wine list.

Best Nearby Cafes

• Vitrin Café Creperie: Provides one of the top breakfast selections on the island, plus SPECTACULAR sunset views if you arrive early enough to grab a table.
• Meteor: Excellent coffee and breakfast menus with expansive caldera perspectives, though somewhat higher in cost.

Nearby Shopping and Cool Shops

• Spilia Cave Greek Clothing: Handcrafted leather sandals, cotton and linen Greek apparel, situated in one of the original residential caves of Oia.
• Steps to Art: Truly exceptional metal sculptures, replicas motivated by Akrotiri, and adornments made with volcanic sand and watch parts.
• A prominent Greek brand offering casual linens for men and women isB.Loose
• A Greek-inspired clothing and accessories retailer
• Bligaki: Santorinian accessories, especially attire and bags, mostly handmade.
• BLOW by Labro: Top-grade designer boutique with distinctive items.

Nearby Attractions

• The scenic hiking trail connecting Oia and Fira: One of the top attractions on the island is this impressive 10.5 km route offering beautiful perspectives all along. With a mix of sidewalk, stones, and earth trail, this path boasts gorgeous views from start to finish. Hiking southbound to Fira, the full length from the Venetian Castle Ruins takes between 2 to 5 hours; adding about an hour for a stop at Skaros Rock in Imerovigli. 1-minute walk from the lodging.
• Ancient structure of Agios Nikolaos (also known as Oia Castle): The medieval ruins from past times are the most famous sundown viewpoint on the island and they are located right next to it.
• Maritime Museum: Small museum focused on Greek naval and Santorinian maritime history. Only €3 entrance fee.
• Museum of Ancient, Byzantine Musical Instruments: Faithful reproductions of Greek instruments dating from the prehistoric via Byzantine eras display at this location.
• Ammoudi Bay: Best known for its fresh fish restaurants, Ammoudi is the rocky port of Oia; boats sail to Thirassia and cruise the caldera from here. It’s an incredibly popular spot for cliff diving, and is one of the best places to swim on the island.
• The Church of Panagia of Platsani: The most iconic church in Santorini, beautifully crafted inside and out.
• Domaine Sigalas: Santorini’s finest vineyard, offering complete tours, tastings, and appetizers.

Nearby Markets or Grocery Stores

• Small Market: There is a modest marketplace uphill northwest of Vitrin Cafe.
• Proton Supermarket: A small grocer, but often has the most affordable prices. Many locals do their shopping here.
• Elliniki Diatrofi Supermarket: Great selection of local cheeses, wine, liquor, fresh produce, and staples. Open until after midnight, sometimes as late as 2 am.

Oia Castle Luxury Suites – The Hotel