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Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses

4.0 star property
Travelers soak up the sun by the pool, savor local flavors at the ocean-view restaurant, and rejuvenate with spa treatments amid Santorini's beauty.

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The Afroessa Hotel by Pearl Hotel Collection offers a peaceful Santorini escape with an outdoor pool and loungers. Guests can enjoy spa services, taste regional specialties at the ocean-view restaurant, or relax with a selection from the hotel library.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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Room options

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Terrace/patio

Standard Studio (Caldera View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Ocean view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Studio (Caldera View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Suite (Caldera View)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Suite (Caldera View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sea view
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Studio (Caldera View, No Private Balcony)

View from room

Studio (Caldera View, No Private Balcony)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
  • Sea view
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Studio (Caldera View)

Terrace/patio

Superior Studio (Caldera View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • Sea view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite (Caldera View)

Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite (Caldera View)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Honeymoon Suite (Outdoor Hot Tub, Caldera View)

Terrace/patio

Honeymoon Suite (Outdoor Hot Tub, Caldera View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Studio (Outdoor Hot Tub, Caldera View)

Jetted tub

Deluxe Studio (Outdoor Hot Tub, Caldera View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • Sea view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Santorini is home to Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses. Castle of Oia and Ancient Thira are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santorini Caldera and Skaros Rock. Kamari Beach and Athinios Port are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Santorini travel guide
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IMEROVIGLI THIRAS, Santorini, Aegean Islands, 84700

What's nearby

  • Santorini_Santorinicaldera_553248635056346851_03
    Santorini Caldera
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santorini_PlateiaTheotokopoulou_6192101_07
    Plateia Theotokopoulou
    3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Fira to Oia Walk
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Agios Nikolaos
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Museum of Prehistoric Thira
    3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Santorini National Airport (JTR)
    20 min drive

Restaurants

  • Onar
    16 min walk
  • Mama Lena
    5 min walk
  • Pearl On The Cliff
    7 min walk
  • Volkan Pizza
    3 min drive
  • Mama Thira
    19 min walk

About this property

Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses

Upscale hotel near Santorini Caldera
Located close to Skaros Rock, Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Treat yourself to spa services, such as a massage, a manicure/pedicure, or a body treatment. The on-site Greek cuisine theme restaurant, Afroessas lava restaurant, offers breakfast, brunch, lunch, light fare, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Limo/town car service, continental breakfast (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Express check-in, a front-desk safe, and a porter/bellhop
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 18-inch TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 to 15 per person
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Afroessas lava restaurant

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Wine tours

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping (for a fee)
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages
  • Thai massages

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 floor
  • 10 buildings
  • Built in 1999
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 18-inch TV with cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children 16 and younger are not allowed at this property; All guests older than 16 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 3.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 15 to 15 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 16 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Afroessa
Afroessa Aparthotel
Afroessa Aparthotel Santorini
Afroessa Santorini
Afroessa Hotel Imerovigli
Afroessa Hotel Santorini/Imerovigli
Afroessa A Class Hotel
Afroessa By Pearl Collection
Afroessa Hotel by Pearl Hotel Collection Hotel
Afroessa Hotel by Pearl Hotel Collection Santorini
Afroessa Hotel by Pearl Hotel Collection Hotel Santorini

Frequently asked questions

Does Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 35 per vehicle applies.

Where is Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses located?

Situated in Santorini, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Santorini Caldera and Skaros Rock. Castle of Oia and Kamari Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Reviews

Afroessa Hotel by Caldera Houses Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 178 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 178 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 178 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 178 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing views, great service!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was amazing! The views were unbeatable, it’s right along the Fira to Oia trail, the staff went above and beyond, free breakfast with certain packages, I’ll definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to get to from the parking and drop off area. The hotel staff and front desk were great and very helpful and most of all the Caldera view from here was amazing. IMO better than Fira and Oia.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Amenities
Nice and cosy rooms. Staff is super kind and always ready to help. View from the structure will leave you breathless.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely!

A lovely boutique hotel in an amazing setting. It has a cosy and laid-back vibe. Our room was great - large, simply but adequately furnished, with a private terrace to enjoy that view and sunset! Breakfasts were good, Eddy and the team were great. The pool is larger than most, and rarely busy. Location is quiet but close to the village centre. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Derek

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Unbelievable view from the property, it will take your breath away and great quiet area in between Fira and Oia. Easy access to Fira and Oia from there, especially if you want to hike the path between. Plenty of restaurants and markets and coffee within easy walk. Pool area was great. You are really paying for the view, exterior, location here. The rooms themselves were dated, but comfortable, and not many amenities. Wi-fi was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay! Very welcoming staff and honestly the best sunset view.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay here couldn’t have been any better!The room the staff the view all were impeccable!! Thanks to Eddie and his staff ! Made our stay wonderful!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roderick Earl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an incredible ocean view and enjoyed the walk to Oia. Everything was quiet and the staff was very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast. Staff were pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience. Amazing Caldera view, very friendly staff.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property with stunning views of the caldera. Good value for money in this location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone at this property were very nice to us and very accommodating. I would recommend coming here to stay if you like the peaceful and quiet area of Santorini.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Afroessa Hotel spectacular views

Eddie & John along with the rest of the staff were very attentive to all our needs. Beautiful central location on Santorini with spectacular views. Highly recommend the Greek breakfast there!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel with friendly staff. Very well maintained and very well cleaned every day. Very good breakfast, nice pool, very good views of the Caldera. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel! 10/10

Incredible location with picture perfect views over the caldera - postcard perfect sunset views! Great staff as well which made you feel very welcome and like nothing was an inconvenience. 10/10 recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sunset views are awesome. Accommodations and breakfast are tops. Eddie, John and Maria are great hosts. They help w/ every need and will book transport, cruises, etc. My 2nd time there and will be back for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cintia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel I have ever stayed. The room is super clean and the views are unmatched. We booked the room with a hot tub and I didn’t even wanted to leave to explore. Staff is amazing and super friendly. I would give more stars if it was possible.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Grant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

A really lovely hotel with excellent service. It was our second time at Afroessa and it was superb. The views are stunning and everyone at the hotel were very helpful. It’s well located slightly outside of the busy Fira but very walkable along a coastal path (the return journey is uphill!). The pool area is really nice and with only 12 rooms it felt peaceful too. Recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful view from our room. It seemed all rooms faced to the west for sunset views. The water was not drinkable in the room, but several SuperMarts were nearby to buy water, snacks,and necessities. Be aware that the walking paths are steep in places with many stairs. Vehicles cannot reach the hotel, and the nearest point for pick up and drop off is about 100 meters. The hotel staff was awaiting our arrival and assisted with carrying my wife's bag to the room. Breakfast was not included, but there was a Nespresso machine in the room and breakfast was available for purchase. We did not try it and instead walked to Crown's for an excellent salmon bagel and coffee. Leave your high heels in your bag and wear sensible walking shoes if you plan to go out of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Magical

Everything about my stay at Afroessa in Imerovigli was absolutely magical, and perfect location. From setting up airport transfer and prompt pick up upon arrival by Tani went off without a hitch. I got to the hotel and had to walk a little to get to the hotel, the view was absolutely stunning. Eddie greeted me, carried my bags to reception, and checked me in. I asked for an upgrade with a jacuzzi which Elena and Eddie helped me with for 3 days of my stay, absolutely worth it. Juliano was super helpful getting my bags to the new room. Gwen and her sister the housekeepers checked in to see if I needed anything and were super helpful the whole stay. By the time I left here I felt like I’ve gained some new friends at Afroessa. Thank you all again for the wonderful customer service - Tani, Eddie, Juliano, Gwen & Sister, and Elena. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was a dream! Super friendly and helpful staff, arranging transportation and helping with our bags down all the stairs. The breakfast was delicious and cocktails by the pool were great. It was our honeymoon and we were upgraded to the honeymoon suite, which was private, had a large hot tub/balcony and the most amazing views of the caldera! I’m so glad we stayed in Imerovigli because it was quieter and less touristy feeling than the main towns in Santorini, it also has the most amazing views of the caldera and sunset. Restaurants and some shopping in the area were still great. We watched the sunset every night from our balcony and it was so peaceful. The pool was lovely to cool down in and gets sun most of the day. The pictures just don’t do the views justice - you really have to see it in person. I loved this hotel because it was just on the outskirts of town so it was quiet and peaceful but beautiful , had everything you need and still easy access to the main towns - we did day trips into Fira and Oia and that’s really all you need. If I’m ever in Santorini again, I would definitely have another stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Debi

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We texted our arrival time and were expected. Walked down a dark path - no signs nothing. Eventually someone came out of a property we had gone into and said we were in the right place. Bait and switch. Nothing resembling the description or photos. No services at all. No hot water day 1 but they came and fixed that after we texted. The “outside” of our room was fine - great views and lukewarm jacuzzi. Inside not so good. Cheaply furnished. Not well equipped. No robes, insufficient towels and blankets. Poor security. When the wind blew dust came into the room. Lousy bathroom. Fixtures wobbled and poor water pressure. I’m sure there are many better choices and certainly at almost $400 night much better. Highly do NOT recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Salmon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our recent stay at Hotel Afroessa in Santorini was overall a delightful experience, with a few minor quirks. From the moment we arrived, the service was welcoming. A porter greeted us at the drop-off point and kindly carried our bags down the hill to the hotel, as it is perched on an incline. The general manager, Ed, personally welcomed us, which was a nice touch. He was friendly and professional, showing us to our room and explaining the hotel’s policies. The room itself was fine, though it wasn’t quite what we had expected. While it was comfortable and met most of our needs, the one drawback was the shower. It didn’t have an overhead stand, so we had to hold the showerhead while bathing, which sometimes caused water to splash around. Despite this minor inconvenience, our overall stay was enjoyable. Ed also took the time to suggest various activities we could participate in during our vacation, which was helpful. The hotel’s location offered stunning views, and the atmosphere was peaceful, making for a relaxing stay. One memorable highlight was the warm and friendly staff. We were particularly happy to connect with two wonderful ladies from Cameroon who work there as caretakers—meeting fellow compatriots from the motherland was a lovely surprise. In conclusion, Hotel Afroessa offers a lovely experience with personable service, even if the room facilities could use a small upgrade. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re looking for a cozy, welcoming place in Santorini.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was amazing, they let us know right away where to get drinks with them and also show us to the market.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025