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Fast facts
Check in from: | 15:00 |
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Check out before: | 11:00 |
Pets | Pets not allowed |
Children | Children are not allowed at this hotel |
Amenities
Wi-Fi
Parking
Air conditioning
Airport shuttle
Front desk 24 hour
Restaurant
Vora: reviews
Reviews from 
Couple
PL
Comment: 27 Jul 2025
Stayed in: Jul 2025
Vora - the Heart of Santorini
Hi fellow Traveller – listen to me carefully.
If you’re considering booking this hotel, you must be ready for what awaits you here.
Let’s start with the downsides:
– My stomach was too small to hold all the delicious breakfasts, snacks, and dinners, to drink the amazing juices and aromatic coffees.
– My soul was too insensitive to fully absorb the atmosphere and warmth of the staff.
– My awareness too limited to truly grasp the beauty of these views – and take in every detail of that panorama.
– And my vocabulary – too poor to describe the quality, lightness, professionalism, and warmth radiating from this place.
That’s it for the downsides.
Now, the upsides…
This is a place where you’ll find everything a traveller seeks when longing for more than just accommodation. Looking for a “high-end” spot? This isn’t just „high-end.” This is the heart of Santorini.
Our adventure started off roughly – we had just left a previous hotel that turned out to be completely different from what the pictures had promised.
We spent six long hours walking around Imerovigli, checking out every available room. There were plenty, but none offered what we were truly looking for.
We wanted something unique. Something that would let us immerse ourselves in the essence of Santorini.
When we finally stood at the gates of Vora, we were exhausted.
We were ready to settle for one of the mediocre hotels we had seen before – tired and resigned. But something pushed us to go just a bit further.
The moment the doors opened, we saw well-kept plants and meticulously maintained steps leading downward. You know the feeling – you look at something and just sense: something good is about to happen.
At the reception, we were greeted by Eva – incredibly polite, professional, and attentive. She led us to Villa Ro and introduced the hotel with such passion that we immediately felt taken care of.
As soon as we stepped inside the villa, we were struck by the scent of freshness – stone, wood, soft perfumes. Every meter of space is designed with soul and intention. Even standing in the kitchen and looking through the arched doorway to the living room and beyond – everything forms a picture you want to remember.
The kitchen – perfectly equipped, just like at home.
The living room – upstairs, cool and peaceful, ideal for a midday rest.
Downstairs – a bathroom like a work of art: fragrant, sparkling, with a large mirror, beautiful lighting, and aromatic lotions.
Next door – the bedroom, with the most comfortable bed we’ve ever slept on.
And across – a terrace with lush greenery and a huge cushion, perfect for morning meditation or a lazy evening.
But the most important part — and to me, the very core of our stay – was the upper terrace.
A completely private terrace, with no paths, no passageways to other hotels nearby or even within sight – it felt truly intimate.
This terrace is one of the most beautiful places on Earth. With a view of the caldera, the volcano, and the endless sea. With an infinity pool where you lie back and gaze down at the cruise ships below as if they were toys.
And now imagine this: here, in this space filled with silence and sun-soaked air – you’re having breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Each dish is made with heart and finesse, turning your meals into moments of joy and a defining feature of your day.
Breakfasts are abundant, fresh, Greek, always served with exquisite attention to detail – and you can order without limits… In short: they’ll satisfy even the pickiest gourmet.
Kudos to the chef and his wonderful assistant!
And when the day slowly comes to an end, you sit on the same terrace – not to taste food, but to soak in a view that takes your breath away.
The sunset casts light over the cliffs and the buildings of Imerovigli – and this sight doesn’t just end your day. It completes it. It wraps it up and leaves you with a deep sense of fulfillment.
This is not just a sunset.
It’s a spectacle.
A feast for the senses. The essence of life on this planet that you can absorb with your soul and your heart.
It’s a moving event that will stay with you for the rest of your life, like a master’s painting etched into your mind – a memory you’ll return to with that warm, profound feeling, as if coming home after a long journey.
All this makes you feel not like a tourist here, but like a welcomed guest whose every need will be seen and fulfilled.
The staff’s attention to detail is remarkable: you remove the bed cover? No one will insist on remaking it each day – yet your room will be perfectly cleaned.
You place a little bowl in the bathroom for small waste? No one will move it an inch – nor your toiletries – yet the bowl will be emptied daily and the bathroom left spotless by the cleaning team.
Sometimes you don’t even need to express your needs – they’ll still be noticed and met.
Leading this level of service are two incredible women – and “receptionists” doesn’t quite cut it.
I’d rather call them your personal assistants.
They are two women of the highest personal culture:
Eva – a kind and gentle professional with impeccable manners, always ready to answer any question, and
Sofia – a warm, approachable hospitality virtuoso, with a natural touch and wonderful sense of humor, with whom conversations flow effortlessly.
Together, they form a dream team that makes your stay at Vora – and your experience on Santorini – truly unforgettable.
Whatever you wish for, you can count on their help in making it happen.
They seem to know everything about the island and can recommend hidden gems free of tourists or take you to the lively, iconic spots.
They’ll help you arrange a catamaran tour or even surprise you with a birthday cake :))
These two ladies could easily serve the most distinguished guests – and I felt genuinely honored to have crossed paths with them.
This wasn’t just a hotel stay.
It was the discovery of a secret. An experience that redefined our idea of beauty, hospitality, and what true rest can be.
Fatigue turned to awe. Resignation to wonder.
And the address Vora became something more than a dot on the map…
If you’re considering booking this hotel, you must be ready for what awaits you here.
Let’s start with the downsides:
– My stomach was too small to hold all the delicious breakfasts, snacks, and dinners, to drink the amazing juices and aromatic coffees.
– My soul was too insensitive to fully absorb the atmosphere and warmth of the staff.
– My awareness too limited to truly grasp the beauty of these views – and take in every detail of that panorama.
– And my vocabulary – too poor to describe the quality, lightness, professionalism, and warmth radiating from this place.
That’s it for the downsides.
Now, the upsides…
This is a place where you’ll find everything a traveller seeks when longing for more than just accommodation. Looking for a “high-end” spot? This isn’t just „high-end.” This is the heart of Santorini.
Our adventure started off roughly – we had just left a previous hotel that turned out to be completely different from what the pictures had promised.
We spent six long hours walking around Imerovigli, checking out every available room. There were plenty, but none offered what we were truly looking for.
We wanted something unique. Something that would let us immerse ourselves in the essence of Santorini.
When we finally stood at the gates of Vora, we were exhausted.
We were ready to settle for one of the mediocre hotels we had seen before – tired and resigned. But something pushed us to go just a bit further.
The moment the doors opened, we saw well-kept plants and meticulously maintained steps leading downward. You know the feeling – you look at something and just sense: something good is about to happen.
At the reception, we were greeted by Eva – incredibly polite, professional, and attentive. She led us to Villa Ro and introduced the hotel with such passion that we immediately felt taken care of.
As soon as we stepped inside the villa, we were struck by the scent of freshness – stone, wood, soft perfumes. Every meter of space is designed with soul and intention. Even standing in the kitchen and looking through the arched doorway to the living room and beyond – everything forms a picture you want to remember.
The kitchen – perfectly equipped, just like at home.
The living room – upstairs, cool and peaceful, ideal for a midday rest.
Downstairs – a bathroom like a work of art: fragrant, sparkling, with a large mirror, beautiful lighting, and aromatic lotions.
Next door – the bedroom, with the most comfortable bed we’ve ever slept on.
And across – a terrace with lush greenery and a huge cushion, perfect for morning meditation or a lazy evening.
But the most important part — and to me, the very core of our stay – was the upper terrace.
A completely private terrace, with no paths, no passageways to other hotels nearby or even within sight – it felt truly intimate.
This terrace is one of the most beautiful places on Earth. With a view of the caldera, the volcano, and the endless sea. With an infinity pool where you lie back and gaze down at the cruise ships below as if they were toys.
And now imagine this: here, in this space filled with silence and sun-soaked air – you’re having breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Each dish is made with heart and finesse, turning your meals into moments of joy and a defining feature of your day.
Breakfasts are abundant, fresh, Greek, always served with exquisite attention to detail – and you can order without limits… In short: they’ll satisfy even the pickiest gourmet.
Kudos to the chef and his wonderful assistant!
And when the day slowly comes to an end, you sit on the same terrace – not to taste food, but to soak in a view that takes your breath away.
The sunset casts light over the cliffs and the buildings of Imerovigli – and this sight doesn’t just end your day. It completes it. It wraps it up and leaves you with a deep sense of fulfillment.
This is not just a sunset.
It’s a spectacle.
A feast for the senses. The essence of life on this planet that you can absorb with your soul and your heart.
It’s a moving event that will stay with you for the rest of your life, like a master’s painting etched into your mind – a memory you’ll return to with that warm, profound feeling, as if coming home after a long journey.
All this makes you feel not like a tourist here, but like a welcomed guest whose every need will be seen and fulfilled.
The staff’s attention to detail is remarkable: you remove the bed cover? No one will insist on remaking it each day – yet your room will be perfectly cleaned.
You place a little bowl in the bathroom for small waste? No one will move it an inch – nor your toiletries – yet the bowl will be emptied daily and the bathroom left spotless by the cleaning team.
Sometimes you don’t even need to express your needs – they’ll still be noticed and met.
Leading this level of service are two incredible women – and “receptionists” doesn’t quite cut it.
I’d rather call them your personal assistants.
They are two women of the highest personal culture:
Eva – a kind and gentle professional with impeccable manners, always ready to answer any question, and
Sofia – a warm, approachable hospitality virtuoso, with a natural touch and wonderful sense of humor, with whom conversations flow effortlessly.
Together, they form a dream team that makes your stay at Vora – and your experience on Santorini – truly unforgettable.
Whatever you wish for, you can count on their help in making it happen.
They seem to know everything about the island and can recommend hidden gems free of tourists or take you to the lively, iconic spots.
They’ll help you arrange a catamaran tour or even surprise you with a birthday cake :))
These two ladies could easily serve the most distinguished guests – and I felt genuinely honored to have crossed paths with them.
This wasn’t just a hotel stay.
It was the discovery of a secret. An experience that redefined our idea of beauty, hospitality, and what true rest can be.
Fatigue turned to awe. Resignation to wonder.
And the address Vora became something more than a dot on the map…
Couple
Comment: 24 Oct 2025
Stayed in: Oct 2025
Our Friends Who Made Vora So Special
Clinging to the edge of the caldera, the minimalist interior and exterior design and sense of total privacy make Vora very special. It is beautiful. But our most lasting memory of our eight days in Alpha Villa will be of the people – Sophia and Eva. Have you ever met someone new and instantly felt like you had been friends for years? The moment we arrived, it no longer felt like we were simply staying at Vora. We were staying with Sophia and Eva.
Need to exchange ferry tickets at a travel agency in an unfamiliar part of the island? No problem, Eva is off to retrieve the tickets. Feeling like you might be coming down with a cold? Sophia suggests a bowl of chicken vegetable soup. It’s not on the menu but it’s delivered within an hour and it’s delicious. Just want to talk a bit about what it’s like to grow up on Santorini or what plans are in place for their time off after Vora closes for the season? Just ask.
Vora has no restaurant, no place for anyone not staying in one of the villas to get a meal. For guests, it has the best food we had on the island – breakfast, lunch and dinner, all delivered to your villa by, yes, either Sophia or Eva. Try Sophia’s favorite dessert, fried chocolate croquette with vanilla Madagascar ice cream & butterscotch. Delicious. We don’t know how they do it given there are never more than diners from the three villas, but it seems as if the kitchen is constantly staffed. We didn’t meet Sophia and Eva’s partner who was with us overnight each night, but we’re guessing he could have delivered a bowl of yogurt with dried fruits or tea with honey and a biscuit at 3:00A if we had requested it.
We must also recognize and say thank you to Riza. Apologies if we have misspelled his name. He is Sophia and Eva’s jack-of-all-trades, carrying heavy luggage up and down the steep villa steps, helping deliver meals, fixing a small plumbing issue, fulfilling daily room service, making sure the outdoor pillows are sheltered when rain approaches. Vora would not be as it is without Riza’s dedication to making everything work as it should.
Yes, the sunsets were beautiful, but we’d argue there are beautiful sunsets many places. There is only one Vora. Have you ever had to say goodbye to a friend, knowing you likely will never again cross paths? We will cherish our Vora memories.
One cautionary note – the steep spiral marble steps connecting the two story Alpha and Ro villas should be avoided by anyone with mobility issues.
Need to exchange ferry tickets at a travel agency in an unfamiliar part of the island? No problem, Eva is off to retrieve the tickets. Feeling like you might be coming down with a cold? Sophia suggests a bowl of chicken vegetable soup. It’s not on the menu but it’s delivered within an hour and it’s delicious. Just want to talk a bit about what it’s like to grow up on Santorini or what plans are in place for their time off after Vora closes for the season? Just ask.
Vora has no restaurant, no place for anyone not staying in one of the villas to get a meal. For guests, it has the best food we had on the island – breakfast, lunch and dinner, all delivered to your villa by, yes, either Sophia or Eva. Try Sophia’s favorite dessert, fried chocolate croquette with vanilla Madagascar ice cream & butterscotch. Delicious. We don’t know how they do it given there are never more than diners from the three villas, but it seems as if the kitchen is constantly staffed. We didn’t meet Sophia and Eva’s partner who was with us overnight each night, but we’re guessing he could have delivered a bowl of yogurt with dried fruits or tea with honey and a biscuit at 3:00A if we had requested it.
We must also recognize and say thank you to Riza. Apologies if we have misspelled his name. He is Sophia and Eva’s jack-of-all-trades, carrying heavy luggage up and down the steep villa steps, helping deliver meals, fixing a small plumbing issue, fulfilling daily room service, making sure the outdoor pillows are sheltered when rain approaches. Vora would not be as it is without Riza’s dedication to making everything work as it should.
Yes, the sunsets were beautiful, but we’d argue there are beautiful sunsets many places. There is only one Vora. Have you ever had to say goodbye to a friend, knowing you likely will never again cross paths? We will cherish our Vora memories.
One cautionary note – the steep spiral marble steps connecting the two story Alpha and Ro villas should be avoided by anyone with mobility issues.
Anonymous traveller
Comment: 20 Jul 2025
Stayed in: Jul 2025
Vora was nothing shy of spectacular. From the moment we arrived and even before, we felt at home. The staff is efficient, personable, professional, attentive, and kind beyond words. We felt like the only people under their amazing care. The food was perfectly matched, elevated greatly and simply delightful.
As the people usually make the experience above and beyond, they were coupled with a property that doesn’t miss any of the details. The views, the design, furniture, decor, and…they had me at Dyson hairdryer.
Vora is certainly a property that offers the full experience from the first touch to the last. We will not hesitate to make this choice again.
As the people usually make the experience above and beyond, they were coupled with a property that doesn’t miss any of the details. The views, the design, furniture, decor, and…they had me at Dyson hairdryer.
Vora is certainly a property that offers the full experience from the first touch to the last. We will not hesitate to make this choice again.
Couple
Comment: 9 Jul 2025
Stayed in: Jun 2025
Such a special place!
The most beautiful place in every way… the spectacular views, the villa, the delicious food and the second to none service.
All the feels for Vora!
I celebrated a special birthday here and wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else…
All the feels for Vora!
I celebrated a special birthday here and wouldn’t have wanted to be anywhere else…
Anonymous traveller
Comment: 1 Apr 2025
Stayed in: Mar 2025
It started with good communication with Eva, who provided us with all needed information. As we arrived, we got an upgrade to the Ro Villa, one of the two-story rooms with plenty of space. They also prepared a personal welcoming note and served fresh fruits. The view? Breathtaking! The jacuzzi was already warmed up (weather was cold during our stay). The breakfast is served in the room (or outside, if weather permits) and you can choose from a variety of options - there is no chance not to be happy with breakfast. We also had dinner one night, which was also perfect. Vora offers a variety of wines available in the room - whites and rosés already stored in the fridge. The minibar is also packed with beverages. It's impossible not to spend some time in the room, just chilling and appreciating the view while tasting a glass of wine!
Vora has it all, you will not be disappointed!
Vora has it all, you will not be disappointed!
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Imerovigli St Nickolas Monastery area, Santorini (Thira), 84700, Greece|1.27 km from city centre
Good to know
Children are not allowed at this hotel
Please contact the hotel for details about adding extra beds.
Please contact the hotel for details about adding a cot.
Pets not allowed
Please inform Vora in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation. Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property. Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
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Transfer from/to airport available. Cost: 60.00 EUR one way.
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