Oia

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Oia featuring a sunset and a coastal town
Oia
Oia featuring a coastal town and a windmill
Oia featuring general coastal views and a coastal town
Oia showing a luxury hotel or resort, a coastal town and general coastal views

Take a sunset stroll through this picturesque village and experience Greece at its romantic best.

Oia is the epitome of Greek island perfection. This charming village on the northern tip of Santorini has been a magnet for photographers and artists through the centuries, as well as a popular tourist destination, with plenty of hotel accommodation and restaurants offering traditional-style hospitality to the hordes of seasonal visitors.

The village overlooks the sparkling Aegean Sea and its maritime heritage is reflected in the many elegant two-storey sea-captains’ houses, or "kapetanospita", that share space with the more modest workers’ homes. The pretty whitewashed buildings with their traditional blue painted doors are set into the cliffside in a delightfully ramshackle fashion, dotted here and there with church domes and windmills. Some of the dwellings are built into the rock itself to provide a cool living environment sheltered from the excesses of the summer heat.

Not surprisingly, this picturesque village continues to lure professional artists, and there are several galleries where you can browse the artworks and maybe treat yourself to a precious souvenir of your visit.

One of the best ways to explore the narrow, winding streets is on foot. Stop to admire the bell tower of the Church of Panagia of Platsani, or discover Santorini’s maritime heritage at the Naval Maritime Museum, which houses a wealth of fascinating objects from the island’s seafaring past including seamen’s chests, historic photographs and maritime equipment.

As evening falls, take a walk down the steep path to the port of Ammoudi, and choose a table at one of the pretty tavernas to watch the sun set over the horizon as you tuck into a feast of freshly caught seafood washed down with delicious local wine.

There is a bus service from the island capital Firá to Oia, but many visitors prefer to take a taxi or rent a car.

Katikies Santorini - The Leading Hotels Of The World

Katikies Santorini - The Leading Hotels Of The World

5 out of 5
Oia, Santorini, Santorini Island
The price is P43,017 per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
P43,017
P49,847 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santorini. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (349 reviews)
"Would stay here every visit."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Katikies Santorini - The Leading Hotels Of The World
Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas

Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas

5 out of 5
Oia, Santorini
The price is P22,896 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
P22,896
P26,996 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santorini. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (440 reviews)
"My fiancée and I enjoyed our stay would definitely come back in the future, internet access was great."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Santo Pure Oia Suites & Villas
Andronis Arcadia Hotel

Andronis Arcadia Hotel

5 out of 5
Oia, Santorini, Santorini Island
The price is P33,923 per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
P33,923
P39,519 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santorini. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (179 reviews)
"our suite was gorgeous! The front desk staff was excellent and helpful. The breakfast was great and a beautiful setting."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Andronis Arcadia Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nikos Villas Hotel in Oia Santorini

Nikos Villas Hotel in Oia Santorini

Oia, Santorini, Santorini Island
Stay at this aparthotel in Santorini. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (97 reviews)
"Loved the location. Staff was super friendly. Reception took a lot of time to explain location details and things to do. Hotel organized all our transportation, dinner recommendations and two tours. Great stay!!"

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Nikos Villas Hotel in Oia Santorini
Canaves Sunday

Canaves Sunday

5 out of 5
Oia Village, Santorini, Cyclades
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Santorini. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Athinios Port and Oia Blue Dome ...
10/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"All staff were very helpful and resourceful. Great quiet hotel Close to shopping alley and great restaurants I would go back Thank you all!"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Canaves Sunday
Oia Vista Houses

Oia Vista Houses

Laoyda-Oias road, Santorini, Thira
Stay at this aparthotel in Santorini. Enjoy free WiFi, concierge services, and an in-room espresso maker. Popular attractions Athinios Port and Oia Blue Dome ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Amazing place! Great staff! I have traveled many places and the team there is amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 7, 2025

Oia Vista Houses
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