Carpe Diem Exclusive Boutique Resort

Greece , Santorini
Pyrgos Kallistis, Main Street
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45 reviews shown

8/10

Excellent

25 Aug 2024

Darren

Overall a great stay, but a few areas for potential guest to consider. The hotel needs some signs on the surrounding roads to find it, there is a very very steep hill for 400mtrs to reach it. Room pictures suggest more privacy than reality ….. path to other rooms is in front of you. Breakfast was great, staff friendly and amazing. Quiet location…. a car a must if you want to be easily mobile.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

24 Aug 2024

michael

As you walk out of the Hotel there is a challanging and dangerous 45 degree ascent /descent hill to climb

Business

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2024

Rhona Macdonald

Fabulous view, fantastic breakfasts, lovely staff, your own private pool, super-comfy room, quiet, relaxing - loved every minute!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2024

Roopali

Great staff, location view, facilities and food.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 May 2024

Anish

Very accommodating service from very friendly staff. Location is private and beautiful!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2024

Santiago

Wonderful views and excellent service

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2019

Lynda

Small exclusive hotel as it's just 10 suites which all have the panoramic view and personal pool. Clean minimalist décor & scenery is very relaxing. The friendly owners and staff always ready to meet your needs which were few as the complimentary inclusives were very generous.The free parking was a great bonus for us as we hired a car to explored the island but if you don't want to drive Pyrgos town is walkable where there are plenty of good Restaurants/cafes etc. Good location for exploring the island but away from tourist crowds when relaxing

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Relaxation...... Carpe Diem and all the staff are beyond exceptional...... and no the patio areas are NOT in shade from May-October.... xxxx

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2019

Verified traveler

Amazing hotel

Carpe diem is a amazing place, from the welcoming to leaving.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

This is a fantastic place to stay rooms are beautiful, and all the staff go out their ay to help you and answering your questions.
This is the place to stay if you want to relax but also not far from the city.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2018

Verified traveler

Must Go!!

Amazing views. Killer service. Mario’s made the #1 Mojito on the island

Partner

8/10

Excellent

03 Sep 2018

Aneesa

Absolutely fabulous x

Fabulous service and hotel, amazing views and will definitely be back when we fly back to Greece! Xx

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2018

Verified traveler

A combination of space, privacy (which becomes increasingly difficult to find on the island) and comfort, next to Santorini most preserved and authentic village Pyrgos.

10/10

Exceptional

30 Apr 2018

Jenna

Absolute paradise

I found this hotel listed in a magazine article as a top place to stay in Santorini. We booked the non-refundable option (as it was the only one available) and crossed our fingers. Our stay at 5 night/6 days and it was at the tail end of our honeymoon (after Italy) and we were really looking forward to relaxing and doing nothing. The location is on the quieter side of the island and is quite secluded from the action. Upon our arrival we were greeted by Thrassus (apologies if I misspelled) who was the main contact/concierge while we were there. He personally made our stay spectacular, providing us perfect restaurant recommendations to suit our needs, setting up transportation and excursions, and even helping us out with a minor issue we had when my purse was taken and we lost our keys (and therefore our transportation back to the hotel) while we were out for the day. He sprung into action, sent someone to come get us, called the police for us and had wine waiting for us when we got back. This was above and beyond anything we've ever experienced anywhere else in the world. The room was incredible and the resort was so quiet and peaceful. They truly cater to whatever you need and go out of the way to make your stay unique and so special. The food (especially the bespoke breakfasts) is delicious and the spa treatments are wonderful. I recommend the Indian head massage and any of their body scrubs. The owner is also wonderful. Family run hotel and a luxury hotel of the world.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Best Hotel Ever

This is the most beautiful hotel I have ever seen. Each room has a spectacular view of the island and a private heated pool. The location is close enough to stores and local dining so walking is an easy way to get around. The town is generally pretty quiet, so it's very easy to get a good night of sleep. The hotel staff was absolutely amazing. The provide a delicious gourmet breakfast, and cater to your every need. Thrasos would ask us our plans each day and was very helpful with giving us guidance for areas to visit.

10/10

Exceptional

12 Sep 2017

Jag & Vee

Simply beautiful

We stayed 5 nights at the Carpe Diem, as we were celebrating my fiance's 40th birthday.
The Hotel was exceptionally clean and the staff were so attentive to our needs. We enjoyed a huge chocolate birthday cake and red wine that they arranged for us to celebrate his birthday. The Hotel is very quite and secluded and set away from the surrounding towns therefore be prepared to take a taxi or hire a car! The Hotel food was lovely and I understand they will be adding more variety and choice. Just one observation, if you want a dip in the pool, make sure you choose a heated pool!

10/10

Exceptional

07 Aug 2017

Berrak

Nice hotel making you feel special.

The private pool with a circulating warm water, clean rooms with twice a day service, polite hotel staff all made our stay wonderful.

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2017

sam

Beautiful hotel with amazing views

This is the best hotel we have stayed in, fantastic staff, service and cocktails!
The rooms are so comfortable and the views amazing!

10/10

Exceptional

05 Jun 2017

Verified traveler

Incredible experience

Beautiful hotel with incredible staff that catered to our every need. Natacha helped make every aspect of our trip to Santorini extra special.

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2017

Cathryn

Luxury <3

The hotel is stunning, with an amazing view over the island. The staff were friendly, polite and efficient, the room was checked several times a day and kept spotless! The suites are enormous and the private pools a fab idea, however not heated, so don't rely on them until later in the season (we were there in April). Use the spa, the treatments are pricy but worth it! Downside... Very steep hill to get to the village!

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2016

Fahad

Great Hotel

Amazaing hotel. Spa was really good. Hotel staff very helpful. Nicos at reception was a great help.:

Partner

8/10

Excellent

20 Oct 2014

Bunty2312

Nice hotel

The hotel is lovely; if you are looking for a hotel in a lively location its not the hotel for you; you are roughly 15 / 20 mins walk from the nearest village; which in itself is lovely,

6/10

Pleasant

04 Oct 2014

Duchess

Hotel location great but not value for money

This hotel does not warrant any more than a 3 star rating due to several areas which could be improved. Bathroom was tired , whitewashed walls starting to go mouldy in places and a yellow bath which obviously started off being white. Wi-Fi only accessible on one extreme end of balcony and not inside . No privacy on the balconies. Restaurant meals although keenly priced, not great quality and very limited choice. Limited places to sit and have a pre dinner drink if the wind is blowing or there is adverse weather conditions.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Sep 2014

Charlotta Wharton

Absolutely wonderful place and staff. Must go back some time!

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2014

Rob H

1st Class suites. Excellent food.

Perfect in every way. Can not fault anything with our experience.

10/10

Exceptional

05 Aug 2014

Chetan

Amazing is not the word

Just too good a place to stay...

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2013

Sarah

Wonderful romantic retreat

Amazing experience from the first welcome through the entire stay. Very very luxurious, lots of attention to detail and wonderful staff.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2012

Vanessa and lex

I've thought we were in heaven

My daughter and I stayed here on the fourth leg of our round the world holiday. It was just what we needed. Tranquil surroundings, private pool, beautiful view and breakfast (feast) delivered to your room every morning...free! The food at the hotel was amazing and well priced, we ate in most nights and sampled nearly everything off the menu... Scrumptious! The room was amazing and well appointed. The staff were polite courteous and couldn't do enough to please us. The only thing I would of liked is a kettle, to make a tea or coffee when I pleased. I am going to convince my husband to go back there with me for a second honeymoon.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2012

Lucy

Perfect luxurious romantic escape

This boutique hotel is perfectly located slightly off the tourist trail - such a peaceful spot with spectacular views across the Island. The staff, the room, the service were all top notch - I would highly recommend to couples looking for a luxurious romantic escape.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 May 2012

Julie

Facilities: Good; Value: Great deal; Service: Go the extra mile, Outstanding; Cleanliness: Spotless;
It said they had an indoor pool which they didn't but you don't need one as the view from the infinity pool was magnificent

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Oct 2010

Simon

Quiet and private with a great view

Lovely suites. Quiet and private. I never saw anyone else use the super infinity pool while we where there. It offers great views over the island. The views may not be quite as good as you can get at Oia, but there you are crowded in with lots of people. Here you feel like it is your own.
Only a short walk to the village of Pyrgos above with bars and restaurants. Worth going further up the hill and finding \"the Traveller\" and \"Franco's\" for great food and drinks respectively. You will need a car to visit the beaches and other places of interest.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2023

Riia

Excellent service and hotel

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

Tres bel endroit, très bien entretenu. Service ok mais avec beaucoup de limite sous prétexte de covid, manque d exprime ce en service

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2019

Verified traveler

Sehr schöne und saubere Suiten. Personal hervorragend. Atemberaubender Blick von der Terrasse. Werde wieder komnen

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Nous avons passé un séjour exceptionnel. Tout était parfait, l’accueil, le personnel très attentionné, les petit-déjeuners délicieux, la vue splendide et l’endroit très calme.

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

05 May 2017

seunghee

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Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2016

Antonio Otero

The best choice in Santorini.

We loved it

10/10

Exceptional

23 Jun 2016

Stine

Romantic spot !

We had a lovely stay at Carpe Diem. The staff was very professionel, sweet and helpful.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 Apr 2016

Daniela

Romantic Getaway

What a fantastic and private hotel.
The staff has been friendly and helpful in every matter
The private pool and the breakfast on the suite simply fantastic.
We loved the amenities.
Please visit the Spa..very relaxing

We will come back!!!

10/10

Exceptional

25 Oct 2015

Alwin S.

Sehr gut und erholsam

Gerne wieder einmal, es war ein toller, erholsamer Urlaub. Sehr gutes Hotel, besten Dank.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

29 Apr 2015

Diego

Lua de mel sem Spa

Estava em Lua de mel por 5 dias e não foi possível utilizar a sauna nem hidromassagem, pois o serviço de spa com esses itens e mais as massagens são cobrados separados, somente com agendamento, pois são privados um quarto por vez pode utilizar, se uma pessoa estiver fazendo massagem, ninguém pode usar a sauna e a hidro que era cobrado por tempo.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

11 Oct 2014

Verified traveler

Schönes Boutique-Hotel in toller Aussichtslage

Kleines, gemütliches Hotel in Pyrgos, ruhig gelegen.10 Min. mit dem Auto in die Hauptstadt Thira. Hotel verfügt über kleinen Spa Bereich, welcher diesen Winter renoviert werden soll.

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2013

Kathi

Optimal für erholungsuchende Kurzurlauber

Ist das Wetter schlecht, könnte man den Wellnessbereich nützen, doch der ist leider nicht voll funktionsfähig. Es gibt eine Dampfkammer die nicht in Betrieb ist, 2 Whirlpools die nicht warm sind, eine ganz kleine Saunakammer, die nicht richtig heiss ist, dazu keinen Behälter um einen Aufguss zu machen. Ebenso sind keine Badetücher oder Ablage vorhanden. Man muss den Bademantel oder Badeanzug auf den beiden Massagebetten ablegen. Aber das ist wirklich nur bei Schlechtwetter relevant.
Grundsätzlich ist die Lage sehr gut, weil abgelegen und dadurch ruhig, in Hanglage, mit schönem Blick. Das Frühstück wird aufs Zimmer gebracht, was sehr komfortabel ist, in den Juniorsuites gibt es nur Couchtische, wodurch das Essen nicht ganz optimal ist. Die Sauberkeit könnte besser sein, vor allem im Bad würde eine gründlichere Reinigung und Pflege der Armaturen dem Hotelstandard gut tun. Die Badetücher fürs Zimmer sind sehr hart, die für den Pool dafür sehr kuschelig.

8/10

Excellent

22 May 2013

Kathi

Perfektes Hotel für Ruhebedürftige

Möchte man ausspannen, ausschlafen, in Ruhe Bücher lesen und trotzdem einen günstigen Standort für Ausflüge, ist der Platz ideal. Die Lage ist ruhig, mit tollem Ausblick, trotzdem ist man mit dem Auto in 10 min. in Fira. Der Service ist ausgesprochen freundlich, man bemüht sich um \"Unsichtbarkeit\".

Vom Spa darf man sich nicht zuviel erwarten, das sieht auf den Fotos besser aus. Die Dampfkammer funktionierte nicht und die beiden Whirlpools sind nur lauwarm. Das wäre grundsätzlich nicht schlimm, nur wenn es dort noch sehr kalt ist, wie im Mai 2013, würde man den Wellnessbereich gerne nützen. Eine Enttäuschung war für mich die Sauberkeit des Badezimmers. Mir graut vor fremden Haaren und ich mag es auch in den Ecken sauber. Was ich noch nie zuvor erlebte, waren offensichtlich schon mehrmals nachgefüllte Duschgels, in denen die Folienstücke der ehemaligen Versiegelungsfolie schwammen. Das ist zwar nicht wesentlich, da mein eigenes dabei hatte, dürfte aber bei so einem Hotel nicht passieren. Bei 10tägigem Aufenthalt würde ich mir in dieser Kategorie auch den Wechsel der Bettwäsche wünschen.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2011

katia

Un hotel che ti coccola

Il Carpe Diem è veramente un gioiellino, le camere sono ampie, pulite e soprattutto con un panorama mozzafiato.
Il servizio è ottimo, la colazione è servita in camera ed è ottima.
Lo consiglio alle coppie senza bambini!

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