La Perla Villas & Suites
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La Perla Villas & Suites · Santorini, Greece
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Key Highlights
- ✓Service & Staff: The hospitality is described as exceptional, attentive, helpful, and friendly, with staff members often going "above and beyond" to ensure a memorable stay.
- ✓Location: Situated in the heart of Oia village, the hotel boasts an excellent and convenient location, just a short walk from the main pathway, shops, and restaurants.
Expert Review: La Perla Villas & Suites
La Perla Villas & Suites, nestled in the dramatic caldera cliffs of Oia, Santorini, stands as a distinguished Michelin Key Selected property, consistently praised by guests for its breathtaking views, exceptional service, and elegant design. This adults-only boutique hotel offers a luxurious and tranquil escape.
Overall Rating & Sentiment
La Perla Villas & Suites consistently garners outstanding reviews, with guests frequently awarding it top scores (10/10 or 5/5). The sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with visitors describing their stays as "simply amazing," "perfect," "dreamlike," and "unforgettable." The hotel is often hailed as one of the best many guests have ever experienced.
Key Highlights
Guests consistently rave about several aspects of La Perla Villas & Suites:
- Views: The hotel's prime location offers spectacular, unobstructed panoramic views of the caldera, volcano, and the Aegean Sea, which are frequently highlighted as a major draw.
- Service & Staff: The hospitality is described as exceptional, attentive, helpful, and friendly, with staff members often going "above and beyond" to ensure a memorable stay.
- Location: Situated in the heart of Oia village, the hotel boasts an excellent and convenient location, just a short walk from the main pathway, shops, and restaurants.
- Design & Ambiance: The elegant and stylish cave houses and villas blend traditional Cycladic architecture with modern decor and luxurious amenities. The property offers a serene and private atmosphere.
- Amenities: Highlights include a beautiful outdoor swimming pool with sun loungers and caldera views, private verandas, and in many rooms, outdoor hot tubs, plunge pools, or even private infinity pools. A poolside bar and spa services are also available.
Room Quality
The rooms and suites are consistently described as incredible, very private, clean, comfortable, and well-equipped. Built and decorated in the traditional island style, they incorporate modern elements. Most rooms feature a veranda or balcony with direct and breathtaking caldera views, which guests highly recommend. Higher-tier accommodations offer luxurious additions like outdoor hot tubs, plunge pools, and private infinity pools. Amenities such as a complimentary Nespresso coffee machine are also noted. While space can be a premium in Oia, leading to rooms that may be smaller than in other locations, the interiors are generally well-designed and feel spacious. Housekeeping provides daily cleaning and turndown service.
Dining Experience
The dining experience at La Perla is highly praised, especially the breakfast.
- Breakfast: Guests consistently describe the breakfast as "excellent," "delicious," and "sensational." It is often delivered directly to the room or enjoyed on private balconies, offering an unbeatable sea view. Both continental and à la carte options are available.
- Restaurant & Other Meals: The hotel features a restaurant that serves gourmet flavors, including impeccably composed, seafood-forward modern Mediterranean fare, all with views of the caldera and volcano. Guests also report good food and cocktails at the restaurant and poolside bar. A new on-site restaurant is also part of the offerings.
Service & Staff
The service and staff are a recurring highlight of guest reviews. They are consistently lauded as "exceptionally helpful," "very attentive," "friendly," and often going "above and beyond" to ensure guest satisfaction. Staff members assist with luggage, provide excellent local recommendations, and help with dinner reservations and area tours. Complimentary porter service is provided from the top of the caldera to the hotel, addressing the challenges of the cliffside location. Personalized concierge services are also available to arrange everything from car rentals to private guided tours.
Location & Accessibility
La Perla Villas & Suites is magnificently carved into the caldera cliffs of Oia, one of Santorini's most prestigious villages. It is conveniently located at the beginning of Oia's main walking path, providing easy access to the village's vibrant shops, renowned restaurants, and iconic attractions like the Church of Saint George.
Regarding transport, Santorini Airport (JTR) is approximately a 30-minute drive (20 km or 12 miles) away, and Athinios Ferry Port is about a 40-minute drive (24 km or 15 miles). The hotel offers shuttle transfer services to and from the airport or port. However, guests should be aware that due to the hotel's cliffside location, navigating the stairs can be challenging for individuals with mobility issues, though the complimentary porter service helps alleviate this.
Value & Pricing
While La Perla Villas & Suites is a luxury property, many guests consider it to be well worth the cost, offering exceptional value for money. The average price per room is around $899, which is a premium compared to the average hotel room in Santorini ($503), but reflects the exclusivity and high-quality experience provided. Guests often find the rates competitive when compared to other luxury hotels in the highly sought-after Oia area.
Common Complaints
While overwhelmingly positive, some minor points of criticism have been noted by guests:
- Accessibility: The hotel's location along the caldera cliffs means accessing it involves climbing up and down stairs, which can be difficult for individuals with bad knees or weak legs. However, the complimentary porter service significantly mitigates this concern.
- Maintenance: One reviewer mentioned that some facilities and fixtures could benefit from a fresh coat of paint or touch-ups, although this did not detract significantly from their overall stay.
- Breakfast Flexibility: A very minor suggestion for more flexibility in breakfast times and delivery methods was noted by one guest.
- Slippery Showers: One guest specifically mentioned a slippery shower recess.
- Adults-Only Policy & Seasonality: It's important to note that the hotel is adults-only (children under 13 are not permitted for safety reasons), which may be a limitation for families. Additionally, the hotel is seasonal and typically closed from mid-November through March.
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Points to Consider
- •While overwhelmingly positive, some minor points of criticism have been noted by guests:
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Recent Guest Reviews
ben matthews
Absolutely amazing stay at La Perla Villas and Suites, after initially booking at their sister hotel in Imerovigli I received a whatsapp on the morning of our flight to say that is was unfortunately not available and we were offered an upgrade to La Perla Oia with complimentary airport transfer, slightly hesitant at first it turned out to be the best thing that could of happened to us. The views ...
Response from the owner
Dear Ben Matthews, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your experience. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and that our team could make your visit special. It’s wonderful to hear...
James Moore
My wife and I stayed at La Perla for the first few nights of our honeymoon. At first, we were very disappointed with the room. We had booked a honeymoon suite via a travel agent, so we thought there must have been a mistake. There wasn't. The hotel had plenty of capacity, and we were offered an upgrade at €150 per night, which is a reasonable position for the management to take, but one that is ...
Response from the owner
Dear James Moore,<br><br>Thank you very much for sharing your feedback and for allowing us the honor of hosting you at La Perla Villas during such a special occasion as your honeymoon. We are truly de...
D R
Beautiful hotel and cave style rooms. Cannot fault it. Staff were helpful, kind and friendly. The views of the sea and caldera are breathtaking. The whole place is clean and immaculate. We stayed in the Caldera Suite with Hot Tub which has 2 bedrooms and 3 beds. The daily breakfast was delivered to our terrace and was lovely. The hot tub was a lovely addition. The pool was beautiful and despite li...
Response from the owner
Dear D R, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed and thoughtful review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay in our hotel and that the views, cleanliness, breakfa...
Diego Perlaza
Disappointed by Inflexible Booking Policy We were unable to travel due to unexpected circumstances and reached out to the hotel well in advance to request a refund or reschedule. Unfortunately, we were informed that their policy is strictly no refunds, no changes, with no room for exceptions. While I understand that businesses have policies in place, a more flexible or compassionate approach — e...
Response from the owner
Dear Diego Perlaza (Nicholas Rogowski), <br>You forgot to mention that you have opted for a NON-REFUNDABLE reservation at a discounted price. You also forgot to mention that the reason for your reques...
Taylor Cetnar
Wonderful stay at La Perla! They went above and beyond and made things special for us, including a free upgrade room, complimentary transfer to their restaurant for dinner, and a small parting gift. Beautiful views. Close enough to all the hustle and bustle but it’s perfectly quiet at night and relaxing during the day.
Nicholas Rogowski
I am writing to formally document my extremely disappointing experience with your hotel and to leave a review regarding my hotel booking On August10, I made a reservation to stay at your property. Unfortunately, a significant and unforeseen emergency arose that made it impossible for me to travel. Immediately upon realizing I could not travel, I contacted your staff o to explain the situation an...
Response from the owner
Dear Nicholas Rogowski,<br>You forgot to mention that you have opted for a NON-REFUNDABLE reservation at a discounted price. You also forgot to mention that the reason for your request was the REFUSAL...
