Santorini is not only one of the most beautiful Greek islands, it is also one of the most expensive ones. The daily arrival of cruise ships has driven up prices and it is very difficult to find affordable, but tasteful places to stay. After our stay at the beautiful Erossea Villa, we wanted to check out the other side of the island and managed to find an affordable, yet stylish hotel there: The Impressive One.
Hotel The Impressive One is located in the heart of Santorini near the lovely village of Pyrgos, which is home to a restaurant you really shouldn’t miss: Botargo, just a magnificent place for a cocktail and an incredible meal while overlooking Santorini. The Impressive One has the advantage to be near many interesting destinations. Akrotiri and the lighthouse on the western tip to see the gorgeous sunsets, is only a 15 minute drive. The lovely beaches of Perissea and Pervolos are just 10 minutes away and the beautiful vineyard Santo Wines is the neighbour up the street!
Newly built in 2017 with 15 stylish rooms and suites, The Impressive One is inspired by the island’s white color architecture. We stayed in one of the very spacious suites, with a large, super comfortable bed and a modern bathroom. From the window and balcony we had a fantastic view towards the coast and the famous red Santorini sunsets.
I know dark, grey and black pools are becoming more and more popular, but I love a light blue pool in a sunny location like Santorini. It just makes me happy to see those aqua blue colors, even though the pool wasn’t heated and I didn’t splash around it it much, this being late October already! But on those long, hot summer days on Santorini, this pool is perfect to cool off and the sun beds around it are super comfy.
We were looking forward to breakfast every morning. I love the combination of a buffet breakfast plus a la carte options, like Greek scrambled eggs and toast with cream cheese and salmon. Also we happily enjoyed having lunch at the lovely terrace at the Impressive One after we came back from exploring the island. Which is an important tip, by the way: rent a car when you’re on Santorini because even though the island is small, without a car you’re either riding on of those quads sitting behind each other in the hot sun, or stuck in one location which would really be a shame.
We felt so at home at The Impressive One that we decided to stay a full week, even postponing our trip to Mykonos. Much of this has to do with the wonderful staff, who are among the friendliest group of people you can hope to meet while traveling. From reception to the staff in the restaurant, everyone has a genuine smile and that must have something to do with the family ownership and family mentality of this small Santorini gem!
Location // The Impressive One, Santorini
What a wonderful place to stay. The food looks delicious.
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That hotel looks perfect and that breakfast seems so yummy!!!
Great recommendation!
Andrea.
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This hotel is so cute! It looks like it was such a tranquil place to stay especially by that beautiful pool!
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Great post, thanks for sharing! What a beautiful place – I would love to visit one day!
Camille xo
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Omg I have been wanting to visit Santorini so bad! The pictures are amazing, the place is beautiful!
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What a beautiful hotel to stay at. It’s so pretty and the pool area is gorgeous!
Xo,
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omg that food looks insane, I want some of that burger
xo
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Your posts really make me want to go to Santorini ASAP! 🙂
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It looks so stunning there!!
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wow this it such a beautiful hotel! It looks amazing!
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Beautiful photos! It looks amazing! 🙂 xx
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Fantastic experience
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SO beautiful! While I was already digging how beautiful this hotel is (and the delicious looking food!) what sold me was your comment about how incredible the staff is. THAT is what makes a stay truly fantastic! This is absolutely somewhere we would stay!
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Amazing photos, Merel! Love your dress, too! Stay fabulous babe!
Have a wonderful thanksgiving!
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What a beautiful place to stay at! Everything is so aesthetic goals and the food looks so delicious.
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There is something about Santorini that pops the good vibes out of you. The warm sunny beautiful weather and remarkable blue ocean. That hotel is posh, I love the location.
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These pictures are stunning! I have never been to Santorini, but it is on my list.
xo Corina
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Wow, this is a wonderful place and the food looks so super good!
xx from Bavaria/Germany, Rena
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This is really impressive! Very beautiful place to stay indeed! I’m so glad you had a great time there. The food looks very delicious too.
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Awesome place and photos! I hope I’ll visit Santorini one day 🙂
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Wow!!This place looks amazing!Lovely pictures:-)
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Wow, this looks amazing! Great photos!
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Daaaamn you weren’t kidding when you said this was the impressive one, wow! I adore that shot of you sitting by the pool with your hair blowing in the breeze, so beautiful.
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Wow what a stunning place this is! Your pictures are making me wanna go to Santorini right now!
xx
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ohhh what a beautiful place and as always amazing photos!!
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It looks like this place has been taken straight from a fairy-tale story. So beautiful and serene. And just look at you food! Girl, you know how to eat deliciously. 🙂
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Looks absolutely amazing! Thanks for sharing! x
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This place is simply magical!
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Oh myyyy Santorini looks like a dream come true!!!
LOve all the white and blue tones – perfect summer feeling and I wish I could enjoy the sun there now… ♥
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Santorini is beautiful – its on my list of places that I need to visit ASAP!
I’m in love with your blog! From amazing photos to truly interesting writing!!
I think your blog just became one of my fav blogs!
True inspiration!!
Kisses
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Just stopping by to wish you a very happy Thanksgiving!
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Great photos!
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Holy moley this looks amazing! I would love to go!
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Just like paradise! Have a good evening! 🙂
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The Impressive One is really impressive, what for a great place to spend holidays! I loved your pictures, always very tempting to go there! Hope you have a nice weekend!
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You always visit the most beautiful destinations and stay at the nicest places! I’m in love with the photos in this post! x
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Surely a place to stay with a special something. Love it and great shots.
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aww looks like u had such a great time. the place is such a paradise!
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This hotel looks like a paradise. I’d love to stay here when I visit Santorini.
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You’ve captured Santorini perfectly here, lady!
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OOOOOHH what a beautiful place and amazing pictures. your pictures are making me all excited at the same time making me missed Summer real BAD. This hotel is definitely a goal ❤
Regards Ashon
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Such a gorgeous hotel. Dreaming of going to Greece, but the flights are just so expensive from LA!
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This hotel is really “Impressive”! I love these bright and serene photos.
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Phenomenal place and gorgeous photos ❤
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The pool, sunbeds and all of that food all looks so inviting! Yes please! Looks like a great spot.
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You always seem to find the most wonderful places and hotels. Very pretty shots, love your playsuit!
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Wow this place looks like heaven!! Would love to visit this island one day and this hotel looks perfect!! Big Xx Susanne – http://bagatyou.com
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Such a dream!! Take me there now babe! The edit is absolutely amazing!!!
xxx
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Yes! that’s quite an impressive view
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Beautiful photographs! I would love to visit Santorini one day it looks so magical 🙂
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