Avaton Resort & Spa

Greece , Santorini
SANTORINI, Imerovigli Main street
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50 reviews shown

10/10

Exceptional

24 Sep 2025

Patricia

No need to go to Oia for sunset!

Staff was very attentive and courteous.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jul 2025

Laura

Our 5 night stay at The Avaton was wonderful! The staff did everything they could to make it as amazing as possible for us from the moment we arrived. We had an upgraded room and excellent service throughout our stay. They organised restaurant bookings for us and the couples massage was the best treatment we have ever had! Convenient location for strolling into Fira of an evening, when it was cooler. Every was perfect! Thank you so so much 😊

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jul 2025

HOLLY

Lovely peaceful hotel with the most stunning views.
Staff were delightful, especially Eleftheria!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 May 2025

Samantha

Treat yourself to an amazing vacation at Avaton!

Staying at the Avaton Tesort and Spa has been the greatest treat so far. Not only were there beautiful views and rooms but the accommodations were nothing short of luxury. We received a great breakfast and good coffee every morning and had access to their wonderful spa facilities. To top it all off Efthimis and Xrisoula were both amazing receptionists! They made our stay exceptional.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2024

Derek

The view was great and staff is amazing

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2024

Dwaine

Loved the area. Spa was excellent and just what we needed after long hikes. Staff was very accommodating and friendly. Helped that they spoke very good English

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2024

Michael

Amazing location, staff and property with views. In somewhere slightly quieter than fira or oia, this is perfect escape the crowds without being too far from anything. The staff are over the top attentive and will help with any request, absolutely brilliant. Among the best places ive ever stayed.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

15 Jun 2024

Laurent

Wonderful staff!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2024

Andrew John

Being an adults only hotel was a big plus.
Internet could be better

Business Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 May 2023

Robert

Excellent from start to finish. The staff couldn’t be more helpful and fulfilled my requests totally for when we arrived until we left. Wouldn’t hesitate to return to Avaton again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2022

Franz Winiker

The personnel was nice, helpful and treated us great during our honeymoon! The view is the best in Santorini.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2022

Nancy

Amazing staff who were there for our every need. Amazing location as well with a beautiful view of the caldera and Oia, easy access to the hike from Thera to Oia and middle location for easy access around the whole island while being away from the crowds.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

28 Jul 2022

Justin

Perfection! Private, classy, exceptional staff and location; I could go on and on. This hotel is located in the perfect spot for the best sunset view in santorini; highest point on the caldera but only 15/20 min walk down to the bars and clubs. We took a taxi home each night for 15 Euros. Thank you Bessy and all the staff who made our vacation one to remember.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2022

Nathan

The Avaton is Fantastic!

The Avaton was fantastic. It is kind of at the end of the “tourist” areas before you get to Oia which makes it nice and quiet compared to Fira or Firostefani. The honeymoon suite, room 1, had the best views out of all the rooms. The pool deck is shared but incredibly beautiful. We did not find better views throughout our travels in Santorini. Bessy and Zoe at the front desk are so helpful and are constantly checking on you to ensure you are attended to. They provide wonderful recommendations and will book you whatever you need. If you follow their advice, you will have a great time in Santorini. We absolutely loved the Avaton and would be back in an instant!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jul 2022

Merav

Amazing santorini

Everything was amazing....the room, the view and the service. The best...recommended highly.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Aug 2021

Verified traveler

Instantly welcoming staff and incredible views! A really special boutique hotel.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jul 2021

Laura

Best sunset view

Great hotel, small discrete, personable with the best sunset view in Santorini.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

06 Jun 2021

STEPHEN

Nice stay

Beautiful view. Excellent service.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2020

Patrick

Best hotel in Santorini with pool sunset view

We were picked up at the airport and taken care of until we reached the beautiful hotel on the edge of the famous Santorini caldera. The view is just breathtaking.

All hotel staff were extremely friendly and helpful. Rarely have we been able to enjoy such hospitality anywhere else. It's really an outstanding service provided by the Avaton Resort staff.

We had a room on the upper floor called \"deluxe room\" (totally worth the premium!). It is equipped with a private balcony which is overlooking the pool and the caldera. Every morning a friendly staff member brought us the complimentary breakfast to our balcony, which we ordered the evening before. Having breakfast in such an intimate atmosphere is a fantastic way to start the day.

The hotel convinced us in all aspects: infinity pool (wow!), restaurant (delicious & fast!), cleanliness & equipment of the room (perfect!). The best thing was the staff, who really cared for the guests with an above-and-beyond service mentality.

Thank you very much for this unforgettable experience despite the COVID-19 situation, you guys are incredible!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jul 2019

William

Perfect quiet boutique resort w/ a great view!

The Avaton Resort was perfect for our three night stay in Santorini. From the moment we checked in until check-out, the service was impeccable. We had dinner the first night we checked in, and it was as if we had our own private little restaurant. The room was very spacious, the bed was comfortable, shower pleasant and the view walking out your door to the pool overlooking the caldera was breathtaking. You have your own personal spot to watch the sunset each night! We thoroughly enjoyed the personalized breakfast delivered to our patio each morning, so we could dine overlooking the water. I discovered my new love for espresso fredo. Imerovigli is certainly more on the quiet side - so if you are looking to be more in the mix of things, then I'd say you're better off in Fira or Oia. There are plenty of restaurants nearby that are some of the best on the island. We took a catamaran cruise one day and a wine tour the next, and the pickup spot was a 5 minute walk away and very convenient. Transportation is hard to come by on the island, but the resort is more than glad to make arrangements for car service. We did walk back from Fira one night, which took about 35 minutes. There is a walkway right behind the resort that leads to Fira and Oia in respective directions. We could not have asked for a better stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 May 2019

Suejing

Everything is perfect about this hotel! We had a free upgrade to a bigger suite with perfect sunset view. Staff are friendly and helpful! Hotel room, breakfast, hotel amenities and location are excellent! Totally worth the money!!!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 May 2019

Suzanne

Fantastic staff, incredibly attentive to every need! Loved the location, quiet but halfway between the south and north ends of the island. Not crowded like Oia, but beautiful views!

10/10

Exceptional

24 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

Honeymoon stay at Avaton

Our stay at Avaton was awesome. Such a great way to end our honeymoon trip to Greece! The location is awesome, with an amazing view, and spacious, comfortable and clean rooms. The staff was very friendly and helpful and the breakfast outside on the terrace every morning was a very nice touch.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2018

Brandon

Honeymoon!

Amazing experience. The view is fantastic, much more luxurious than anything in Fira. About a 40 min walk to Fira and 2 1/2 hour hike to Oia. Bring running shoes! You can also take bus or taxi. The staff at Avaton made the resort. Everyone is there to make sure your stay is perfect. Breakfast is delicious served right on your patio. The spa is also very nice. Would definitely stay here again. 5 Stars all around.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

Brilliant hotel with brillianf service

One of the best hotels we have stayed in. Staff are extremely friendly and hospitable! Our room was incredible with a beautiful view. Highly recommend for all couples and families!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Oct 2018

RuthSolis

I was very pleased and satisfied overall with the resort, the staff and my stay. The most genuine, courteous and friendly persons i’ve met. Avaton Resort met and exceeded my expectations. By far the best hotel with the best view. Thank you for
making my stay pleasant and special.

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2018

Sam

Highly recommended!

We had honeymoon suite, and one of the best experiences for resort!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2018

Terry

Excellent value, great view, very clean, & more!

We had an excellent stay at the Avaton. The view from our patio was spectacular, we'd watch the sunset behind the mountain daily! The service was great, everyone was very attentive. The room was very clean and the food was great. We'd definitely stay again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2018

Verified traveler

Incredible. Everyone was very sweet, hospitable, and couldn't have asked for a better experience.

8/10

Excellent

07 Aug 2018

Amazing hotel. Its super clean. Cleaning service twice a day. Breakfast is amazing and in the room, always on time. The guy who brings the breafast was just the best!! The people is awesome and the view better than perfect! The staff was very helpful. They booked us the best tables in all restaurants. Everything was really perfect. The only bad thing was the restaurant. In-room service super expansive and not worth it. We hate one night at the hotel, and maybe our expectations were very high because of the overall experience of the hotel but... this was really an overall 6 out 10 for the dinner (food, ambiance and staff)z

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2018

James/Danielle

Fantastic hotel, stunning location and great staff

My wife and I stayed 5 nights at Avaton and I have to say we had an amazing time. It is a fantastic hotel with a stunning location and a great team who can’t do enough to make you comfortable and relaxed. A great range of restaurants within walking distance and a lovely spa. Thanks to all of the team for making our holiday so amazing!

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2018

Charlie & Emma

Perfect Place To Enjoy Serenity

Avaton Resoert and Spa is the perfect place in Santorini to enjoy calmness, peace, relaxation, and the perfect spot to view the sunset. Our balcony is in the line of site to the sunset. You don't have to go to Oia to view it perfectly. Avaton being located in Imerovigli, is in the middle of Oia and Fira and this makes it a perfect place to enjoy everything which includes hiking to Skaros Rock, walk to Fira, and hike to Oia. The whole staff is really great and they really treated us very special. I can say that this is the best hotel we've ever stayed so far in our years of traveling. I can also attest that all the many positive reviews in here are true. Thanks Avaton for making our vacation one of the best.

10/10

Exceptional

20 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Great place, comfortable, easy access in and out

The staff was amazing, the views were tranquil, the food was over the top!!

10/10

Exceptional

19 Dec 2017

Rachel

Honeymoon treat

We had a wonderful time at Avaton resort and spa. The staff went out of their way to make us feel incredibly welcome and were also very friendly. The rooms were modern but still had that Santorini feel. We ordered room service a couple of times and the smoked salmon sandwich (bagel) is to die for. We loved the location, we felt like we were the only hotel on the island. Definitely recommend to anyone who wants a romantic stay in a beautiful place.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2017

judy

Amazing!!

This place is amazing. The view is just like it looks in the pictures. The staff is great, and friendly! The breakfast is amazing and personalized every morning for their guests. They bring it to your room! It's in walking distance (40 min) from the capital and a little town. The only thing I would have changed differently is that there is no privacy in the bathroom and shower. The toilet only has a glass door, and it is separate from the shower that was the only con. The food at the restaurant is good and the pool area is amazing both inside and out. We would definitely go back!

8/10

Excellent

26 Oct 2017

George

Awesome views, star treatment

Better than we thought it would be, although it was very difficult to find...we parked far away down the hill and had to carry all of our luggage. That was not fault of the hotel though. Daily breakfast is awesome, although there was a mix-up on our last day so our breakfast was late. The hosts/concierges were helpful and attentive. Wonderful views from the resort, and fun walks to the different parts of the island. An outdoor jacuzzi/spa would make the place even better though. Regardless, we plan on returning for another visit in a couple of years.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Oct 2017

Verified traveler

Beautiful but Windy on top of high point of island

Great staff, rooms and spa, but when weather is windy it is probably one of the most exposed spots on the island.

10/10

Exceptional

04 Sep 2017

Alex

Stunning Hotel. Wonderful Staff.

Truly a fantastic hotel where every member of staff will make sure you have a magical time. Incredible views, great spa, delicious food! Superb & very highly recommended!

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2017

Ray T

The Perfect Place

Wow, we were blown away by everything here.....the staff, the accommodations, the food, the spa, the location. This is one of the newer hotels in the area so everything was nice, well designed and clean. If you're looking for one on one service it really doesn't get any better than this. Panos and the entire staff are there for your every need. We almost felt like we had personal concierge service. They helped us with transportation arrangements, dinner reservations and every little thing we had a question on. The view from everywhere in the hotel is amazing. It's the perfect sunset spot, at least in July when we were there. The overall experience felt like a second honeymoon for us and it's one of the places that you'll will always want to come back to. Loved it!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 May 2017

Nicola

Stunning boutique hotel in Imerovigli

Fantastic location with stunning views of the Caldera. Really great service from all the friendly staff - and excellent breakfasts. A really lovely boutique hotel!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 May 2017

nls174

Great hotel, good location

Great room, delicious breakfasts, good location and not overlooked by any other hotels unlike some we saw. Easy to walk into Fira (about 40 minutes to the centre) and plenty of good restaurants to choose from in Imerovigli. Bus stop about 5 minutes away. Hotel staff were all brilliant and nothing was too much trouble.

10/10

Exceptional

11 Sep 2016

Robert

Romantic Getaway

Service and friendliness of staff were excellent. They helped with arranging taxis and dinner reservations. This is a boutique hotel for relaxation, privacy, and wonderful service/accommodations

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2016

Yeomeng

Felt like a FIVE-STAR hotel but more family-like

We went here on the second day of our honeymoon and just fell in love. During the reservation stage, I was already pleased with the service Avaton staff provided. I had found a better price on Expedia that did not show at the time I made my non-refundable reservation. Expedia was so unhelpful but Avaton helped me change the room type even though it was non-refundable. The hotel is located in a relatively private place in that it is located at the end of a strip of several different hotels. Avaton hotel offers spa, dinner inside a cave, and breakfast in suite. It also has a very clean shared infinity pool that looks off into the caldera. We got a few surprises because it was our honeymoon-a room upgrade, flower bouquet, and champagne. The moment we thought this hotel was the best was when we got back from our dinner. Our room was freshly cleaned while we were having dinner, and the bed was made with two pieces of wrapped chocolates on top. Very detail-oriented service, we thought. We would definitely recommend this hotel to couples especially.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2016

eli

Breathtaking

Breathtaking view, great vibes, perfect service, it is definitely a place to stay in to enjoy the unique caché of Santorini.

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jul 2016

Arthur

Magic by Avaton

The hotel is sensational and the service is second to none. The staff were amazing and attending to every need you could have from food to taxi bookings to scheduling of activities and restaurant reservations. The wifi was great but struggled a little outside the room although no issues inside the room itself. The view from your outside balcony area and pool was awesome that made you want to sit by the pool and gaze out all day. The only issue was that if you're after a bustling and busy area with lots of cafe, shopping and restaurant choices then Imerovigli is not your thing. No discredit to the hotel itself as it was faultless. Just that the location is very quiet so be prepared for this as its not like Oia. The mountain path walk to Fira is amazing for the views itself and whilst it takes 25-30min you don't even notice it because of the amazing sights along the way. Walking to Oia is just as awesome but takes about 2 hours to complete the journey one way. There are 39 taxis on the whole island so being stranded at Imerovigli for lack of transport can be common. The buses come every 20min or so and are surprisingly quite punctual but the bus stop is still about 5 blocks away. There are other means of transport like car hire and 4 wheel buggies and scooters but the former has issues with parking around the main towns and the latter from the sheer number of people who hire these transport modes but don't actually know how to ride them so beware.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2016

Lani Jeanne

Loved this place!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Avaton. The location was perfect, the view was stunning, the staff was attentive, food, especially breakfast, surpassed our expectations.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jun 2016

Chandra

Amazing hotel and location

We stayed at this amazing hotel with only 9 rooms.
Very unique place the staff were amazing
The view outside our room was just amazing.
Breakfast was the best we've had service was very good

10/10

Exceptional

27 Oct 2015

Ernesto

There is little to add to what other travellers have mentioned. This is a great hotel for relaxing and pampering the senses. The staff are all that has been said before, friendly, and extremely helpful. The fruit basket, the flowers, the attention to detail is superb. We will definitely go back, maybe a little longer next time.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2015

Adeeb

Perfect Hotel with wonderful service.

We had a wonderful time in Santorini and Avaton Resort and Spa was the perfect hotel. We arrived a little early and Alexandra welcomed us with a tour and champagne. We opted for a massage while we waited--wonderful facility. We opted for the superior room, which has a private balcony--the most breath-taking view. The room was immaculate and very clean. There was also a bottle of wine, fresh fruit and a beautiful bouquet of flowers waiting for us. The room was very spacious. We enjoyed a complimentary breakfast every morning on our balcony. I searched high and low until we settled on this hotel and I highly recommend it. Don't drive yourself crazy-- this was in a central location with plenty of parking and some of the best views on the island. Also, Laura helped us book a catamaran tour and directed us to some great restaurants. Perfect hotel, perfect service--BOOK IT!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2015

Verified traveler

Survive is great
Hotel is awesome

Partner