Absolute Mykonos Hotel in Megali Ammos

Essentials
• Location: Situated just above Megali Ammos Beach at the edge of Mykonos Town.
• Hotel website: absolutemykonos.com
• Hotel phone: +30 22890 23883
• The Draper – Hotel phone: +1 (212) 645-0080

Hotel Review

Absolute Mykonos – Five-star boutique lodge with an endless pool, full-service spa, and stunning sunset views, all within walking distance of Megali Ammos Beach and Mykonos Town.

Absolute Mykonos is a family-operated luxury hotel conveniently positioned near the island’s top dining and nightlife venues, and within walking distance of the beach. Its free-form infinity pool includes a built-in hot tub and spectacular sunset views from the pool deck or bar. The Junior Suites can run on the smaller side, but the hotel provides several spacious suites, like the Absolute Suite with a private hot tub and their distinctive three-level Traditional Windmill suite. Service is always warm and personal. The hotel sits atop a hill, approximately a ten-minute walk to Megali Ammos Beach or to Mykonos Town.

See Also

• Top-Rated Hotels on the Island of Mykonos
• Where to Stay on Mykonos
• Highly-Rated Lodging in Naxos

Absolute Mykonos – Location

• Location: Absolute Mykonos is situated directly above Megali Ammos Beach at the edge of Mykonos Town, approximately a 6 to 12 minute walk from the nightlife, dining, and shopping that have made Mykonos well known. The landmark Kato Mili windmills and the Old Port are accessible within 8 and 11 minutes on foot respectively. The bus stop at Fabrika is only a 4 minute walk away, making it effortless to reach the island’s premier beaches, airport, and ferry port at Tourlos.
• Access Information: Absolute Mykonos has a very convenient location just off the main road linking Mykonos Town and the airport to southern beaches, making it simple to reach via bus, taxi, or self-driving. It is approximately 5km from the Mykonos ferry terminal in Tourlos, and 3km from the Mykonos Airport to the hotel.

  To reach the hotel by taking the transit service from the Airport or the Tourlos Ferry Port (AKA “The New Port”). These airport and ferry port routes operate on numerous occasions throughout the summertime but infrequently (if at all) in the winter. Fabrika, in Mykonos Town, is nearest to the hotel by transit, just a 4-minute walk (350m) away. There is also a transit stop near the Old Port, about 1.5 km from the hotel. The transit from the Airport to Fabrika takes about 15 minutes, while the transit from the New Port to Fabrika takes just under 20 minutes. The walk from Fabrika to Absolute Mykonos is generally along a level route, though the street is narrow and there is a significant amount of traffic. Transit fare should be about €2; tickets are purchased on the transit or from an attended kiosk at the terminal, in cash only.

  Taxis are also available from the port or airport, though there are only about 30 taxis serving the whole island, so there is often a long wait; schedule a ride through a private car service in advance to avoid this (I use and recommend Welcome Pickups). Taxis on Mykonos are not metered, so be sure to agree on a price with the driver before setting out. A taxi from the port or airport to Absolute Mykonos will cost roughly €15-20. Booking through a private car service will cost only a bit more – about $38 (or €31), but is worth it to avoid the wait and for the convenience of paying ahead.

  For those preferring to drive themselves, we suggest renting a vehicle either upon arrival at the airport or in Mykonos Town. Advance reservations, particularly for automatic transmission, are strongly advised. Absolute Mykonos offers complimentary parking upon guests` arrival at the hotel.

• Nearby amenities: Megali Ammos Beach. Dining, nightlife, and shopping centers in the Chora. The Windmills of Kato Mili/Little Venice.

Absolute Mykonos – The Basics

• Age Range: Guests of any age are welcome at the hotel. Most guests typically fall between 25 and 65 years old.
• Beach: The nearest coastline to Absolute is Megali Ammos. The hotel is located directly above the waters, though it takes roughly 10 minutes to hike down the trail to the ocean. Megali Ammos does not have any organized facilities like beach clubs or rentable lounge chairs. A more developed coast near Ornos is 2.5 km away. This popular beach has golden sand, transparent water, and numerous beach clubs. Ornos Beach as well as other excellent coasts ( Platis Gialos,Paraga,Paradise, and Agios Ioannis) are accessible by transport from neighboring Fabrika.
• View: The large majority of rooms at Absolute offer sea views. A few junior suites and the 2-bedroom Veranda Suite provide garden or courtyard views, essentially street and village scenery.
• Private Pools/Jacuzzis: The Absolute Suite and the Windmill Suite both include secluded outdoor jacuzzis.
• Parking: The lodging offers free parking in their area on-site.
• Extras: Most bookings incorporate complimentary arrival/separation transfer, incredibly quick wi-fi in each room and all through the lodging, free utilization of the sauna and steam room in the spa, PC on request, concierge, babysitting (extra charge), and 24-hour reception.
• When making reservations: Absolute Mykonos is open from May through October. Reserve at least 3 months in advance (6 months is preferred) for stays during the high season from June through September, and about 2 months in advance for the low and shoulder seasons.
• Booking the Hotel: Booking.com is anticipated to provide the most competitive rates.
• Phone: +30 22890 23883
• Email: [email protected]
• .

Again, the website was highlighted with bold text and a clickable link was incorporated

Absolute Mykonos – Amenities

• Pool: Absolute Mykonos has a free-form infinity pool with a built-in hot tub providing sunset perspectives over Megali Ammos Beach.
• Spa: The hotel has a small full-service healthcare facility. Its steam room and sauna are available complimentary for guests to use.
• Fitness Center: The hotel provides a small but well-equipped gym with cardio machines, free weights, and a resistance machine.
• For Disabled Guests: This hotel is spread over a few levels connected by stairs with no elevators. Not suitable for guests with mobility issues.
• For Families: Absolute Mykonos is suitable for all ages. Family amenities include babysitting (additional fee) and cots for extra guests. Most rooms are designed for 2 guests maximum, but the Spacious Two Bedroom Veranda Suite and the Traditional Windmill Outdoor Jacuzzi can sleep up to 4.
• Activities: The concierge team is happy to arrange tours or activities, including yachting, visits to Delos Island, cooking classes, helicopter tours, and more.

Absolute Mykonos – Food and Drink

• Restaurant: Absolute’s eatery is open all day from 8 am until 11 pm serving a small multicultural menu of Greek and international snacks, meals, cocktails, and varietals of wine.
• Lounge/Bar: The poolside bar is open daily from eleven in the morning until midnight nightly, serving superb cocktails alongside beautiful sunset scenery.
• Morning Meal: A complimentary breakfast is covered in most (though not all) room rates at Absolute. It offers a mix of a chilled buffet as well as a supplementary à la carte menu from seven to eleven am. Even though the restaurant is generally excellent, breakfast is not their strongest suit. One cup of coffee per guest is without cost each morning, yet additional cups require extra payment (highly peculiar policy).
• Meal Delivery: Meals can be requested during regular dining hours.

Absolute Mykonos – Rooms

• Room Types: Unique Junior Suite Courtyard View – More than a Junior Suite Sea View – Enjoy Suite Sea View – Supreme Suite Sea View – Spacious Two Bedroom Veranda Suite – Absolute Suite Jacuzzi Sea View – Traditional Windmill Outdoor Jacuzzi
• Smoking Rooms: Smoking is prohibited in all rooms. Smoking is permitted on private outdoor terraces and in outdoor public spaces.
• Preferred Accommodation: For couples, highly recommended rooms include the Absolute Suite Jacuzzi Sea View and the Traditional Windmill Outdoor Jacuzzi. The Absolute Suite provides an expansive 55 square meter space along with an indoor hot tub, while the Traditional Windmill suite spreads across 3 floors and includes a private outdoor hot tub. The Traditional Windmill suite allows views of the village, nearby Kato Mili windmills, and the sea in the distance (compared to the Absolute Suite`s direct beachfront perspective), though the windows conform to traditional Cycladic architectural conventions of smaller size.
• For Families: Two prime options for families involve the Traditional Windmill Outdoor Jacuzzi and the Spacious Two Bedroom Veranda Suite. The Traditional Windmill provides 2 bedrooms containing queen-sized beds and 2 bathrooms spread across 3 levels with ocean views, while the Spacious Two Bedroom features 1 king and 2 singles confined to one floor with 50 sqm of interior space and garden/courtyard scenery.

Absolute Mykonos – Local Transport

• Ambulation: The accommodation is placed on the southern edge of Mykonos Town atop a hill overlooking Megali Ammos Beach. Absolute is within 500 meters of the heart of the village (Chora) and all of the island’s premier dining, nightlife, and shopping options, and approximately 600 meters from the coastline. Little Venice and the windmills are 800 meters away, the Old Port is one kilometer distant, and 2 excellent viewpoints for sunsets are nearby at Boni’s windmill (800m) and 180° Sunset Bar (1.5 km uphill). The route to and from the town lacks a sidewalk and experiences significant automobile traffic, so exercise caution when walking, especially at night. That said, most individuals do ambulate in this area, so motorists are accustomed to sharing the space with pedestrians here.
• Coach: Absolute Mykonos is near 2 coach stops. The closest halt is at Fabrika, a 4-minute walk (350m) away, which serves the New Harbor (Tourlos), Airport, and the beaches at Ornos, Agios Ioannis, Platis Gialos, Paradise, and Paraga. There is also a coach stop at the far end of the Old Harbor (1.5 km) that goes to the New Harbor (Tourlos), Ano Mera village, and the beaches at Kalafati, Agios Stefanos, Kalo Livadi, Elia, and Panormos. There is no coach connecting Fabrika and the coach station at the Old Harbor; it takes about 15 minutes (1 km) to walk from one to the other. Tickets cost from €1.60 to €2.30, depending on the destination. Coaches can get very crowded, especially during the peak season, so much so that they often fill to capacity and are unable to take on more passengers. There are only 26 public coaches serving the island. Coach schedules change every couple of weeks, so check the KTEL website for the most current timetables.
• Taxi: The closest taxi stand is at Fabrika next to the bus stop, about a 4-minute walk (300m) from the hotel, but generally there are fewer taxis traveling through this area than at the main taxi stand, which is roughly 1.5 km away, near the Old Port, behind the Cosmote building and adjacent to the post office. There is almost always a wait at either taxi stand as only 30 taxis serve the entire island. Booking ahead can help avoid the wait, and have the driver meet you at the hotel instead. There will be a surcharge for advanced reservations (about €5) and for carrying luggage, usually just a couple of Euros. A taxi from the port or airport to Absolute Mykonos should be around €15-20.
• Waterway Transport: The New and Old Ports and several beaches are connected through an aquatic transportation system. The Sea Bus links the New Port and Old Port with routes running about every 30 minutes, all wheelchair accessible, and all €2 one-way per individual, while a Delos roundtrip costs €20. Water taxis also connect the southern beaches, with routes connecting the primary beaches at Ornos and Platis Gialos with the more distant beaches at Paraga, Paradise, Super Paradise,Agrari, and Elia. An all-day, all-beach pass costs €20.
• Motorized vehicles: Scooters serve as the primary mode of transportation for locals, while all-terrain vehicles or ATVs hold great popularity among tourists, but for those unaccustomed to the landscape, these can prove to be highly hazardous to operate. The roads on the Greek island of Mykonos weave in zigzag patterns, travel up and down hills, squeeze through narrow passages, and contain many potholes, sometimes constituting dirt paths, with most regions outside of Mykonos Town lacking street lights. Plus there are aggressively reckless drivers to contend with, some of the world`s worst. Renting a car presents a much safer choice than a scooter or ATV, while likewise granting easy access to remote beaches across the island.

Absolute Mykonos – What’s Nearby?

Best Nearby Restaurants

• .

” – This line introduces the Bakalo Greek Eatery by name and link, describing its food offerings

• Krama Fine Greek Dining: At Semeli Hotel, Krama displays upgraded versions of traditional Greek comfort foods.
• Thioni Restaurant: Contemporary, creative Greek fine cuisine, also at the Semeli Hotel.
• Funky Kitchen: Highly rated Greek-Mediterranean restaurant excelling at blending traditional flavors with contemporary techniques and emphasizing seasonal local ingredients. Excellent choice for vegetarians and those avoiding gluten. Reservations advised.
• To Maereio: Cozy restaurant serving traditional Greek dishes and excellent wine in a popular spot. They don`t accept reservations, so arrive early or enjoy a drink on the patio while waiting.
• M-eating Restaurant: Inventive, Greek fine dining with an informal atmosphere. Known for their lamb and beef dishes, fresh seafood, and their Mykonian onion tart.
• Krama Fine Greek Dining: At Semeli Hotel, Krama highlights traditional Greek culinary delights in an upscale style.
• Kadena: Informal, seaside location for Greek and Italian cuisine all day until late hours.
• Caesar’s: Family operated restaurant providing traditional Greek comforting foods in a welcoming atmosphere.
• Pasaji: The finest beach club in Ornos offers top-notch sushi, meats, refreshments, and shisha served on the sand or in their open area dining hall.
• Delos Island: Considered sacred for more than 1000 years before becoming renowned as the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, the ruins of Delos represent one of Greece’s most significant archaeological sites. A few boat agencies offer guided tours to Delos departing from Ornos, or you may catch a ferry from the Old Port in Mykonos Town (4km).

Best Nearby Bars and Breweries

• Alley Cocktail Bar: Awesome bar with a seasonal menu featuring local herbs, fresh fruits, and signature drink combinations.
• Bao’s Cocktail Bar: Nicknamed after a defender of the island, this bar offers exceptional cocktails, all-night dancing, and some of the best sunset views in Mykonos. Reserve ahead for the prime view tables or drop in anytime late for drinks and partying in the main bar or performance/VIP area upstairs.
• Semeli the Bar: This busy bar is located outdoors, providing spectators with spectacular sunset views, and indoors, where the dance floor is frequently packed. It commonly attracts a more youthful crowd and Americans than other bars in Mykonos. There is a requirement to purchase a minimum of one drink per guest.
• Galleraki: Beautiful spot for sunset drinks and a lively environment late into the night. The best views are from their upstairs balcony, so reserve ahead or arrive early to secure a spot there.
• Scarpa Bar: The best fresh fruit cocktails in Mykonos, and also known for their signature beverages, especially the Roger Rabbit (vodka, carrot, lime, peach, passionfruit). Their namesake Scarpa cocktail is the Greekest drink you’ll ever taste (mastiha, vanilla, beet, lemon, yogurt). Sunset views and house music until dawn.
• Skandinavian Bar and Club: One of the oldest nightlife destinations in Mykonos, Skandinavian features 2 ground-level bars, a lively dance venue upstairs, and an outdoor patio.
• Owned by the first female Greek sea captain, the upper bar and downstairs restaurant at Katerina’s Cocktail Bar and Restaurant offer magnificent sunset views and distinguished seafood and drinks at both locations.
• Notorious: Friendly cocktail venue provides a small daily menu and inventive, signature beverages. Live music most nights and karaoke on Fridays.
• Jackie O’ Bar: Most lively bar in Mykonos, Jackie O’ opens at sunset for relaxed drinks, remains active all night with dancing, and holds nightly drag performances. They operate a sister venue at Super Paradise Beach Club also worthy of a visit.
• Babylon: Situated adjacent to the Jackie O’ Bar, this widely known gay club (open to all) and nightlife location frequently hosts occasions, such as drag performances, dancers, and theme parties from sundown until sunrise.
• 54 Cocktail Bar & Sunset Lounge: Gay/straight bar and dance club with an awesome DJ, friendly staff, and fantastic cocktails. The party starts late here, so arrive around 9 or 10 for a chill vibe or after midnight for a livelier atmosphere.
• 180° Sunset Bar: Outstanding outdoor bar with awe-inspiring panoramas of Mykonos Town and the Old Port. Though commonly busy, plenty of space spans multiple outdoor areas. This presents a calmer bar alternative in the heart of the village.

Best Nearby Cafes

• Cosmo Café: Charming little café with excellent coffee, fresh produce and fantastic omelets and crepes.
• Gioras Wood Medieval Mykonian Bakery: The finest baklava in Mykonos is found at Gioras. Having been operated by the same family for generations, they utilize traditional recipes and methods to craft their indulgent pastries.

Nearby Shopping and Cool Shops

• Mytho: Wonderful shop selling 100% Greek merchandise, many crafted by hand and unique. Located at the Kato Mili windmills.
• Osklen: A boutique known for innovative, high-quality streetwear featuring clothing, beach apparel, footwear, and accessories for men and women.
• Alter Ego: This boutique shop specializes in women’s clothing, sandals, and jewelry designed by Greek artisans.
• Soho Soho: There exist 4 branches of this designer store in Mykonos, 2 of which are located in Mykonos Town. Both of the shops require about a 10-minute walk, one for men and one for women.
• Optique Boutique: Stylish eyewear and sunglass boutique with attentive staff well-suited to matching customers to their most flattering silhouettes.

La Réserve Hotel & Spa   Hotel phone: +33 1 58 36 60 60

• Elena Makri: Luxury women’s retailer by the former Vogue editor-in-chief. Clothing, shoes, and accessories that take inspiration from classical Greece.
• Rarity Gallery: Truly extraordinary collection of contemporary works of art and exhibits, free entrance, and no pressure to make a purchase.
• Store Specializing in Sandals: Wonderful selection of handcrafted, leather, Greek sandals. Some understated designs but generally extravagant bohemian styles.
• Cosset Design: Upscale art, furnishings, and home décor store with a selection of unique and luxurious pieces.
• Ilias Lalaounis: Famous jewellery shop providing exceptional works by the late renowned goldsmith.

Nearby Attractions

• Windmills of Kato Mili: 5 picturesque windmills that once comprised the most sizable, vital flour mill on the island operating from the 17th through 19th centuries. Now only the exteriors are available to visit. This is the most identifiable landmark on the island.

Give yourself plenty of time to figure out what you’re bringing and if you need to make a shopping run! Packing ahead of time also ensures you have enough baggage and that you know where you’re putting everything.

• Old Port: Stunning waterfront neighborhood with restaurants, bars, shops, and a beach, plus the ferry to Delos Island.
• Paraportiani Orthodox Church: A complex of 5 churches constructed over the span of 2 centuries starting in 1425.
• Boni’s Windmill: This 16th century windmill, the oldest on the island, provides stunning views of sunsets from the hilltop. Inside the windmill is part of an Agricultural Museum, open during the summer months from 2 pm until 8 pm.
• Folklore Museum: Small, somewhat disorganized collection of 19th-century Mykonian furnishings, ship components, and artifacts formerly possessed by a local outlaw. Free entrance (donations welcome).
• Mykonos Farmers: Wonderful dairy farm offering farm tours and a variety of cheesemaking classes.
• Delos Island: A sacred sanctuary for over 1,000 years before becoming renowned as the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. The ruins of Delos are among Greece’s most important archaeological sites. Ferries depart from the Old Port several times daily, costing €20 round-trip, taking around 20 to 30 minutes to reach the island, depending on conditions. A guide is advised. Check here for schedules.

Nearby Markets or Grocery Stores

• AB Food Emporium: Small branch of the supermarket chain offering a good selection of groceries, produce, wine, and beverages at fair rates.
• O Parianos Fruit Shop: Excellent local merchant selling seasonal fruits and vegetables.

Absolute Mykonos – The Hotel