Kivotos Santorini - Preferred Hotels & Resorts  

Perched on Santorini’s caldera crest in Imerovigli — the island’s quietest, most private district — Kivotos commands 180-degree views of the caldera, Skaros Rock and the volcano. It’s about 15 minutes from Santorini Airport, roughly 20 minutes to Oia and a short drive to Athinios Port. Nearby landmarks include the Saint Nikolaos Holy Convent, the Catholic Monastery of the Dominican Sisters and Megaro Gyzi.

A boutique luxury hotel that reads like a black architectural gem against Santorini’s white buildings, Kivotos keeps things intimate with just a handful of suites and villas. Rooms come with iPads and LED TVs, pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton and down comforters, mini-bars, slippers and rainfall showers with designer toiletries. Many rooms and terraces are designed to frame the caldera so the last rays of sunset stream right onto the bed.

Full-service spa with massage and treatment rooms, a hammam/steam (steam room), a seasonal outdoor pool and private pool/Jacuzzi options in some accommodations. Dive club and a tour desk arrange island excursions. Enjoy a skybar and poolside bar, concierge services, private transfers on request and on-site parking — perfect for waking up to caldera air and sunset evenings.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi throughout the property with high-speed internet, express check-in/out and concierge support. Wedding services and private transfers are available; free self parking onsite.

MAVRO restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine rooted in local ingredients — fava, fried white aubergines, tomato and courgette balls, baked kalamari and sun‑dried tomatoes — all with a caldera-and-volcano backdrop. Buffet breakfast is served daily (8:00–11:00), plus a poolside bar and 24-hour room service.