Ekies All Senses Resort

On the Gulf of Vourvourou in Sithonia, Ekies All Senses Resort, a member of Design Hotels, brings together a pine backed beach, shallow turquoise water and a quietly imaginative approach to contemporary Greek design.

The setting gives Ekies much of its charm. The hotel opens almost directly onto the sand, with gardens, terraces and low buildings easing towards the shoreline rather than sitting apart from it. Pine forest, pale stone, timber and Greek marble create a strong sense of place, while the shallow water of Vourvourou keeps the whole atmosphere light, informal and distinctly summery.

There is also a playful intelligence to the interiors. Natural materials are mixed with carefully chosen contemporary design pieces, oversized furniture and unexpected details, but the effect never feels overworked. Instead, the hotel has its own visual language, one that moves easily between Greek tradition, modern design and the relaxed mood of the coast.

Rooms & Suites

The 70 rooms and suites are individually conceived rather than repeated from a single template, with COCO-MAT beds, natural textures and private balconies or patios reinforcing the relaxed character of the hotel. Superior Doubles and Junior Suites form the starting point, while the Loft Suite adds a more open architectural feel and the one bedroom categories introduce greater separation between sleeping and living areas.

The Penthouse Suite brings a stronger sense of elevation, while the Pool Suites shift the focus firmly outside, with private pools becoming part of the day rather than simply an additional feature. The Two Bedroom Pool Suite works especially well for families or friends, while Herbs Villa sits at the top of the collection with the greatest sense of privacy and space.

Across the range, the accommodation feels deliberately connected to the landscape. Sea, garden and pine forest views all play a part, and the better rooms make particularly good use of terraces and outdoor living so that the setting remains present from morning through to evening.

Dining

Food is one of the areas where Ekies shows real personality. BuboDay is relaxed and Mediterranean in spirit, with fresh fish, grilled dishes and Greek meze suited to long lunches near the beach, while BuboNight takes regional recipes in a more refined direction without losing their sense of place.

Tree House adds a more intimate gourmet experience, built around the chef’s own recipes and carefully sourced ingredients. Loligo keeps things easy beside the beach with cocktails and music, while Lagus serves juices and drinks around the pool, making the transition from lunch to late afternoon almost effortless.

Private dining is where the setting becomes especially memorable, with dinners arranged directly on the sand or even on one of the small islands nearby. It is the sort of experience that feels completely natural here, where the water and surrounding coastline are already central to everything the hotel does.

Experience

Vourvourou is made for time on the water. The bay is calm, clear and scattered with small islands and coves, so days can move from swimming and canoeing to snorkelling or boat trips that reach beaches inaccessible by road. This gives Ekies a much broader sense of place than the boundaries of the resort itself.

Back on land, the pool, beach and gardens remain the main rhythm of the day, while cycling, hiking, horse riding and organised excursions add further ways to explore Sithonia. Families are well looked after too, with a kids club, playground and dedicated children’s pool woven into the wider resort experience.

Wellness

The spa follows the same relaxed approach, with massages, facials and body treatments complemented by yoga, fitness sessions and personal training. It feels less like a separate wellness destination and more like another way to slow the day down.

Much of the restorative side of Ekies comes from the setting itself, from a swim in the bay first thing in the morning to an afternoon under the pines and an evening drink with the beach still only a few steps away.

Where

Ekies All Senses Resort sits in Vourvourou on Sithonia, approximately 110 kilometres from Thessaloniki International Airport, with the peninsula’s pine covered coastline, offshore islets and secluded beaches all within easy reach.

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