Katikies Kirini Santorini is carved into the caldera edge just outside Oia, where a sequence of terraces, arches and stepped pathways follow the natural drop of the cliff, forming a more traditional Santorini layout anchored by its Leading Hotels of the World status.

The architecture stays close to Cycladic heritage, with whitewashed volumes, curved lines and narrow walkways linking each level. Movement through the hotel is gradual, revealing views in stages rather than all at once, with terraces and quiet corners set between the main spaces.

The positioning slightly removed from Oia’s centre gives it a calmer feel, with less passing foot traffic and a stronger sense of separation, while still keeping the village within walking distance.

Staying

The suites follow the natural contours of the cliff, each with its own veranda facing directly out to the caldera. Interiors are softer and more classic in tone, with wooden flooring, neutral palettes and a more residential feel compared to the sharper minimalism found elsewhere on the island.

Categories range from Junior and Senior Suites through to Honeymoon and Master Suites with private pools, with outdoor space forming a key part of the living area. The emphasis is less on statement design and more on comfort, privacy and uninterrupted views.

Dining centres on Anthós, where the approach leans towards refined Cycladic cuisine built around local ingredients, with the caldera acting as a constant backdrop. The setting is intimate rather than expansive, keeping the focus on the food and the view.

A separate bar area and terrace spaces handle the rest of the day, from quieter morning coffees through to sunset drinks, without the more overt scene found in busier parts of Oia.

Experience

The pool area is integrated into the cliffside layout, with lounging spaces cut into the rock and arranged across levels rather than one open terrace. It keeps the atmosphere quieter and more segmented, with each area feeling slightly removed from the next.

Days here tend to move between suite terraces, the pool and dining spaces, with Oia close enough for evenings out but far enough to avoid the constant flow of visitors.

Wellness

A.SPA is a defining part of the property, set within the cliff structure and positioned as more of a destination in its own right. Facilities include an indoor pool, hammam and treatment rooms, with a focus on longer, restorative sessions rather than quick treatments.

Where

Located around a 15-minute walk from Oia’s main promenade, the hotel offers a more discreet base on the edge of the village, with Santorini Airport and Athinios Port both approximately 30 minutes by car.