Vananda Beach

This isn’t an easy review as I don’t like leaving somewhere on a negative. The hotel itself was nice enough, definitely more 4* than 5*. If you look beneath the swanky exterior there were more flaws than positives. Breakfast was not good at all ultimately a choice between toast and cereal. The patisserie section was rock hard, the hot and cold food were put together making both luke warm. Also the fried eggs were hard boiled as not fresh. No fresh juices just two options of harsh cordial. Lack of cutlery - help yourself and no service even for tea or coffee. Hotel room supplied a kettle yet you needed to ask for tea/coffee which I presume was at extra cost along with water bearing in mind tap water is not drinkable. Only one bottle is supplied throughout your stay between 4 people. (Local supermarket is close) Room was very spacious and clean but still felt grubby. Pools were freezing including tub on balcony so could not use. Main pool was a quick dip in and out to cool down which is not really what a 10 year old wants to do. Only drinks even water brought from the hotel can be consumed around the pool at a very high price. Great hotel if you can get for a bargain, if not you maybe sorely disappointed. The area itself is a great base and the bars and restaurants were lovely.

Wonderful! From A-Z this property is very well maintained and the service is warm and friendly. Strongly suggest not to come here with children since the vibe is amazing and kids will only destroy it plus thisxis not really a hotel for young kids. 15 and older sounds ok to me. Very accommodating staff. Astonishing views far away from everything.

The staff and property facilities were fantastic, the front desk and restaurant and bar teams really made our holiday. Only a 5 min walk to beach front with many bars nd restaurants to choose from. Easy to get to on the bus to the much busier town of Fira for the views and restaurants. Highly recommended place to stay in Santorini.