The Cave Suite Terrace

Overlooking the azure waters surrounding the magical Greek island of Santorini, award-winning Iconic Santorini Hotel is the ideal address for settling into an Atlantis-inspired escape. From its cliffside vantage point 1,000 feet above the shimmering waters collected in an ancient volcanic caldera, guests experience an exceptional perspective of their surroundings, along with truly distinctive accommodations. Each of the hotel’s 19 white, vaulted rooms and suites is furnished with luxury amenities including four-layer Coco-Mat bedding and flat-screen televisions, plus access to a serene spa with a jetted grotto pool, a traditional Greek tavern and an infinity pool.

Personalized service is standard. To maximize your island experience, the hotel concierge team suggests renting a four-wheeled quad bike to negotiate hills and explore the island’s nooks and crannies; or let them arrange a visit to the working archaeological dig at Akrotiri where a city dating to the 17^th century is being unearthed. The staff can also arrange a visit to the Museum of Prehistoric Thera and Archaeological Museum, where the exhibition includes a collection of golden statuettes and sculptures. If the water calls to you, they can book a catamaran cruise across the surface of the caldera lake and a visit to the island’s thermal springs, or a picnic to Red Beach, named for the minerals coloring the sand. Another suggestion to immerse yourself in Santorini’s culture and beauty is to embark on a four-hour, sommelier-led vineyard tour with a driver to explore the island’s Assyrtiko wine. Plan ahead: The concierge team makes it a point to contact guests pre-arrival to ensure their choice of activities is arranged.