Rivari Santorini

Greece , Santorini
SANTORINI, Kamari Beach
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8/10

Excellent

02 Nov 2025

Andrew

Yes

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2025

KEVIN

Brilliant. Highly recommended. So good that when our Naxos hotel let our holiday down we returned here swapping 2 days.
Staff were top class.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2025

KEVIN

Lovely hotel with ample room space. Pool area and pool bar highly recommended. Easy walking distance to vast array of restaurants and beach close.
Staff excellent. Receptionist friendly and helpful. Breakfast staff on the ball keeping area clean and stocked up.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Sep 2025

Ian

Nice Hotel in Santorini

We enjoyed our stay here, the hotel was clean and comfortable, the front desk staff were friendly and made all our local shuttle bookings. The breakfast was excellent, great selection of hot and cold items. 5 minutes to the local beach in Kamari and lots of nice restaurants to visit. Downside was that the pool and bar area were not open until 10am and closed by 7pm so no early morning swim if you like that sort of thing, or a nightcap before bedtime. Otherwise a great place to stay for a short trip to Santorini, the airport is close by but the ferry port is on the other side of the island (if you come in that way). We would stay here again.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jun 2025

Ian

Hotel poolside and all areas are immaculately well kept. The staff down to the cleaners are exceptionally friendly and helpful. The breakfast was extremely plentiful with lots of different choices of local and continental foods. The rooms were a very good size with really good showers..the views of the pool and sea in the backround from ours was amazing. The Rivari is set in a very quiet relaxing location it is only a 5 minute walk to all the bars and restaurants and kamari beach. This is rated a 3 star but it exceeds many 4 star places. If you're looking for a calm place to relax i highly recommend the Rivari. I dont often say i'd return to the same place but if i went back to santorini this would be high on my list. This is real Greek hospitality at its best.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Jun 2025

Twinkle

Stayed with family for 4 nights. Very good overall.

Pros:
Nice and quiet environment.
Clean rooms and surrounding.
Daily housekeeping and towel replacement.
Good breakfast buffet.
Helpful staff.

Cons:
No tea/coffee/water provided with kettle.
Conditioner provided but no shampoo.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

02 Sep 2024

Colin

Friendly environment

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

10 Aug 2024

Raghav

Nice little place in walking distance to Kamari beach and tons of restaurants. We felt safe walking after dark from the beach to the hotel.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

21 Oct 2023

Vinitha

Good location close to the Kamari beach. Hotel doesn’t provide a kettle in the room which was a bit annoying you had to go to the breakfast room to get a coffee, which your not allowed to take back to your rooms.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

03 Oct 2023

Svetlana

The staff is really helpful and kind. It is important to note that the water in the taps is salty, originating from sea water.

We had to stock up on drinking bottles .
The breakfast is not very rich. The meals at the pool bar are excellent. We had a serious leak in the room, from sewers.We didnt received any compensation or even an offer for a compensation.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

21 Aug 2023

Jim

It was about a 10 minute walk to the beach but still worth the stay and walk. We usually stopped at the supermarket which is halfway. Staff is awesome from check in to cleaning ladies. Hotel us always spotless in the rooms and hallways included. Breakfast was a bonus for us I was not aware it was included. This family obviously cares about their visitors.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jun 2023

Leidy

Is AMAZING
BEAUTIFUL

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

15 Oct 2022

O. Salim el

It gives you the perfect feeling and experience of being in Greece. Beatiful setup of the hotel and its rooms.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2022

Verified traveler

Just incredible. Gorgeous hotel with amazing staff. The pool area is fantastic, the food terrific. Spiros and Theodore took care of us and made sure we had a relaxing enjoyable stay.
The location is a 10 minute walk from the beach. Far from the hustle bustle of tourist nightlife.
One of the best places I have ever stayed.
Will be going back with my brother the end of September - I just loved it SO much.
Charlie

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

07 Jun 2022

anna

The pros-clean room, fluffy towels, large bathroom, stocked with essentials. A variety of foods and beverages at breakfast.Reception staff was friendly and helpful. Set up our car transfers and gave us an extra key card to charhe work computer when out of room. Landscaping was beautiful and well maintained. Pathways and patio swept daily. Pool area had sunbeds, a large shallow end but hot tub was same temp as pool. Pool bar has the friendliest staff who was awesome with the guests, especially w/the kids. He made the hotel stay a pleasure!
Cons-there are pool hours from 10 to 7. So basically it opens when you leave for a tour and closes by the time you return (or sooner during our stay). Manager- One morning, at breakfast, we packed up 5 sandwiches to go. Instead of the manager saying, our policy is to not remove food from dining hall so going forward please don't do this again. He says that food is to only be eaten in the dining all and never to be removed. That he is not a supermarket, that there will not be enough food for other guests and that I should read the policy. Explained that during our 5 day stay this was the only time we removed food. That the food is not stolen, it was paid for and that it would be a shame for it to go to waste, which it did. I suggested he post the pool and food policy online so people can decide whether to book here. No outlet in bathroom, or overhead lighting. Had me carry an ironing board from reception. Too many cons to book here again.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Sep 2021

Oleg

This hotel is excellent. Perfect grounds, 5 minute walk to beach and all the restaurants, 10 minute walk to bus stop to Oia. This hotel is in a beach town Kamari. Take bus to Fira and another bus to Oia to see the famous blue dome churches. Beautiful pool at the hotel. Very good breakfast. Hotel is perfect.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

07 Sep 2021

DAN

Hidden Gem In Santorini

Hidden gem. Away from busy tourist areas, but within a ten minute walk to the most beautiful black sand beach lined with literally more than a hundred outdoor restaurants. The hotel property is very elegant with a nice pool and friendly staff. The only thing I would want you to know is that all the water in your room is salt water.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2021

Maria

Lovely hotel

This is the 4th and last hotel we stayed in our trip, we have been hotel hopping before and after our wedding. Theona is lovely, she looked after us really well. She even welcomed us with a complementary bottle of wine in our room with a note for us that is so sweet. She even gave us a little tote bag, fridge magnet and pencils for the girls to remember them by. Spyros the bar man is amazing too, while waiting for our room, he ensured we are well hydrated coz it was really hot, unlimited water even made us iced coffee and lemonade for the girls. Hotel is 5min walk to the beach. We have rented a car as we travel around the island. Room is clean and staff are friendly. Buffet breakfast is available with a strict measures to protect everyone from Covid. I just there is more hot food breakfast option but otherwise it was good. The pool is clean.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Aug 2021

Tony

Amazing service throughout

I was part of a large group of people who travelled to the Rivari for a wedding on the Island. From arrival, we were treated with the utmost care and respect. The staff here are fantastic, and can’t do enough for you, there was even assistance when we required safety pins for our flowers on our suits! The hotel, although basic, is well maintained and clean throughout, and although the included breakfast is limited, the food served at the pool bar is delicious and plentiful - I highly recommend the pizzas, the gyros and the club sandwich! Thanks again to all the staff at the Rivari for an incredible time.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2021

GUSTAVO

Hotel tranquilo con excelente servicio

Excelente hotel, cuartos lindos, excelente desayuno. Lugar tranquilo de donde puedes dirigirte a cualquier parte. Parqueadero facil y gratis. Es recomendable

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2021

Darlene

An amazing stay near the beach with great food and sights

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2021

Verified traveler

I booked this last minute and what a find!! This is a lovely small Greek Hotel run by a delightful family. Set back slightly from the main streets of Kamari, this property has the advantages of being away from the hustle and bustle and therefore being lovely and peaceful, but is still only a five minute stroll to the beach and the many shops and restaurants Kamari has to offer when you want them. The property is typical Greek Style and the new refurbished areas are very tastefully decorated in hues of white and blue typical of the island. Rooms are fresh, clean and tasteful again in white and blue and are adequately equipped. The pool area is very well maintained with ample sunbeds etc and a very pleasant snack bar serving a good selection of snacks and drinks which are reasonably priced. The breakfasts were excellent (table served currently due to the Pandemic) but with so much food and fresh produce it meant lunch wasn't necessary!! All in all a very very nice three star property which is well maintained and run by dedicated owners, who genuinely want to do their best for you during your stay. The property offers everything you should expect from a hotel of this class and more! I highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a nice relaxing family holiday and will most certainly return if I go back to the beautiful island of Santorini. .

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

We really enjoyed our stay. Did not like that only get one key. and thought the bars closed early. but the staff was wonderful very friendly.
lots of tiny ants on the floor did not like that at all think it could use something to eliminate some of them but all in all great place.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

Friendly staff,clean nice hotel
Great breakfast
Close to the beach with lots of shops and restaurants along the boardwalk

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Jul 2019

James

Nice family stay

The pool was nice and quiet which was great for our two young kids, hotel grounds were well kept.
Location is a 10min walk from the beach where you can access restaurants, shops and public transport.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2019

lizbeth

Excellent place

Great place great location!!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2019

Verified traveler

Staff were very friendly and welcoming , property was always clean ,ideal hotel for a relaxing holiday

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2018

Syed

Lovely family stay

It was a wonderful stay. We really enjoyed it. Close to the beach and restaurants. I recommend to hire a car. You will be able to see everything in 2 days.

Family

6/10

Pleasant

12 Sep 2018

Don

Nice hotel for short stay. Room for improvements.

Summary:
Nice and basic family run hotel. Ideal for short stay. 5-10 minutes walk to Kamari beach strip (depending which side). We stayed 5 nights but I think next time we would pay a little extra to be staying beach front and a hotel with more amenities. Would still recommend to others on a cheaper budget.

Good points:
- Swimming pool. Very clean and our toddler loved being in there every day. They also provide free water floats free.
- Clean grounds with well maintained gardens. Decor was nice and bright with the traditional Greek blue and white colours. Felt very homely.
- Rooms were modern while maintaining the traditional Greek feel.

Improvement suggestions:
Can see why this is a 3 star hotel as it lacked some amenities and has room for improvements:
- WiFi is in public places only so not in the rooms. This is stated on the hotel website but may not be clear if you book via 3rd party e.g. Expedia like us.
- Only 1 key provided per room and is required to keep the electric/air con switched on. So you cannot charge your phones/devices when you’re out of the room.
- Breakfast is average and basic. Only served between 8 and 10am. Suggest a more varied selection and proper coffee to be available (like the cappuccinos offered pool side which were great).
- Pool is only open from 10am. We thought this was a bit late for families who would prefer to have it available earlier for their kids.
- Customer Service very good at reception and Dina tried to help with so

8/10

Excellent

22 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

We had a wonderful stay, were close to all the shops, restaurant, and the beach. Staff was friendly and helpful. It was very clean and comfortable.

10/10

Exceptional

21 Jun 2018

Heidi

One happy traveler

This hotel was so fantastic! It was quiet, and offered a restful night sleep. It is close enough to the beach that you can walk very easily, and do not need to be disturbed by the foot traffic. The hotel staff was exceptional and so patient! They recently had new doors put in for security, and the hotel staff would assist if you had issues. Breakfast was also great, it was a great way to start the day. Thank you, Rivari! We will be back!

8/10

Excellent

14 Aug 2015

Verified traveler

Nice quiet hotel, 10-15 minutes walking to beach

It was really good experience @ Rivari Hotel. It's not located in the center of Kamari, but is just 10-15 minutes to go there and/or the beach

10/10

Exceptional

24 Aug 2014

karen

Great base for exploring the island

Great base close to beach and restaurants lovely resort very chilled out suitable for couples

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2025

Sylvia EDITH

Sehr angenehmes Hotel, saubere Zimmer ein schöner Pool, Frühstück vollkommend ausreichend, alles frisch zubereitet, das gesamte Personal freundlich und aufmerksam. Super netter Barkeeper an der Poolbar wir haben uns wohlgefühlt.
Das einzige was man ändern könnte wären echte Säfte morgens das war das einzige was nicht passte alles frisch und super Qualität und dann Pulversäfte.

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

16 Aug 2025

Briththa

Wir traffen an dem Tag an und hatten Probleme mit dem Licht und das Zimmer war dunkel. Später haben wir Ameisen im Zimmer.
Zimmer ist ok aber nochmals würde ich nicht mehr kommen.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2025

Wolfgang

Super Service des Personals, Zimmer sehr sauber, Pooltücher werden auf Wunsch zur Verfügung gestellt und es wird ein ausgezeichnetes Frühstück geboten.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2024

Liliana

Tutto perfetto

8/10

Excellent

21 Oct 2023

Diana

Sehr schönes familiäres Hotel, nette und kompetente Rezeption. Würden dieses Hotel beim nächsten Urlaub wieder wählen. 👍

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2023

Anniina

Oikein mukava paikka perheelle (viisi henkilöä). Ystävällinen ja auttava henkilökunta.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2023

Ann-Mari

Quiet hotel, good value for the money!

We had a lovely stay at Rivari hotel, 3 adults sharing a family room with 2 bedrooms. Clean and spacy, with the extra benefit of 2 bathrooms. The only downside were the beds, which were too hard for us. Othwerwise nothing to complain about, the staff was really flexible and nice, so we would surely visit again!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2023

Arnaud

Perfect

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2023

chrystelle

Tres bel hotel et gentillesse rarement égalée

Une petite perle rare a quelques pas du bord de mer, des boutiques et restaurant. Un mot surtout sur la gentillesse de l ensemble du personnel . Merci a eux

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

08 May 2023

Estelle

Bien

Très bon hôtel, 10 minutes à pied de la plage et de nombreux restaurants. Il est propre, le personnel très agréable. Nous avons loué une voiture mais l’arrêt de bus est à 10 min à pied pour rejoindre Fira. Il faudra prendre un autre bus à Fira pour Oia.

La chambre est correcte mais la literie n’est pas géniale. La salle de bain est vite inondée même si on fait attention. Nous entendons les avions mais cela ne nous a pas empêché de dormir.

Le petit déjeuner est varié mais beaucoup de produits industriels. On trouve de quoi manger sans problème quand même.

Pour un 3 étoiles il est très bien.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

17 Oct 2022

loredana

Sinceramente ci sono restata male di non aver ricevuto i vantaggi promessi per l’accesso VIO

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

30 Aug 2022

Amelie

Voyage en famille (2 adultes et 2 enfants âgés de 14 et 11 ans). Séjour début août 2022
Rien à redire car tout était au rendez-vous :
*accueil et disponibilité mais aussi discrétion du personnel
*propreté des lieux
* qualité des chambres avec une bonne literie
* chambre familiale avec 2 belles chambres et 2 SDB
* belle, grande et propre piscine
* serviabilité du personnel du restaurant de la piscine
- légèrement excentre des activités prévoir 1/4 h environ ´
Nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir !!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

25 Aug 2022

Vincent

Le petit déjeuner est très copieux et bon. Les serveurs du snack de la piscine sont au petit soin. L hôtel est pour moi pas assez bien entretenu ( quelques fissures dans notre chambre sur les murs et une odeur d égouts dans une des salles de bain le matin. Le lit double est un peu petit quand vous grand . Sinon dans l ensemble c est un hôtel très correct et le personnel et très agréable.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2022

Paul

Très bel hôtel dans un endroit calme et paisible. À 10 minutes à pied de la plage et du centre de Kamari. Chambre propre et confortable. Bon petit déjeuner fourni avec la chambre. La piscine est parfaite pour se refraîchir et prendre un verre. Personnel très courtois et serviable. Seul bémol, le wifi.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2022

Martin

Tolles Hotel mit sehr schönen Zimmern in ruhiger Lage.
Angenehmer Poolbereich mit guten Service. Das Frühstück abwechslungsreich und reichhaltig. Das Personal stand uns jederzeit hilfsbereit zur Seite. Obere Klasse für ein 3 Stern Hotel. Wir können das Hotel auf jeden Fall weiterempfehlen.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 May 2022

Gabriela

Ausgezeichnetes Hotel mit schöne Zimmer in Strandnähe, Ruhiger Ort von wo aus man Überall hingehen kann. Das Anwesen bietet alles, was Sie von einem Hotel diese Klasse erwarten dürfen und noch mehr. Der Poolbereich ist sehr gepflegt und reinlich, bittet reichlich Sonnenliegen sovie auch Sonnen- und Schatenplätze.
Das Frühstück war ausgerechnet und ausreichend. Insgesamt sehr zu empfehlen.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Oct 2021

Arkadiusz

Bardzo dobry hotel. Wszystko było idealne i jedyne czego mógłbym się przyczepić to lekko słona woda w kranie i zbyt wysokie poduszki, ale to na prawdę szczegół. Polecam cieplutko, bardzo spokojne miejsce 😊

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