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Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Aqua Retreat ) | Terrace/patio
Restaurant
Aerial view
Hideaway Pool Suite
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Room service
    Room service

Explore the area

Map
Eparchiaki Odos Oia, Santorini, Santorini Island, 84702
  • Santorini Caldera
    7 min walk
  • Paralia Katharos
    7 min walk
  • Oia Castle
    9 min walk
  • Thira (JTR-Santorini National)
    18 min drive

Room options

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Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Aqua Retreat ) | Terrace/patio

Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Aqua Retreat )

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 110 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Basic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Terrace/patio

Basic Villa, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 110 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 King Beds, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Honeymoon Suite (Plunge Pool) | Terrace/patio

Honeymoon Suite (Plunge Pool)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Basic Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool (1) | Terrace/patio

Basic Villa, 1 Bedroom, Private Pool (1)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 65 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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Hideaway Pool Suite

Hideaway Pool Suite

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 60 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Villa, 3 Bedrooms | View from room

Villa, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 170 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 3 King Beds and 1 Single Bed

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Deluxe Suite (Plunge Pool) | Terrace/patio

Deluxe Suite (Plunge Pool)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
  • 42 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool | Private pool

Basic Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 80 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 King Beds OR 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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Hideaway Pool Villa

Hideaway Pool Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
  • 70 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Epitome)

Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Epitome) | Terrace/patio

Villa, 5 Bedrooms, Private Pool (Epitome)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 550 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 14
  • 5 King Beds and 2 Large Single Sofa Beds

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Villa, Private Pool (Epitome) | Resort view

Villa, Private Pool (Epitome)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
  • 55 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Santorini

A luxury stay in Santorini awaits you at Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World, a recipient of the prestigious Travel & Leisure 500 award in 2021. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find popular attractions like Santorini Caldera and Oia Castle. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants, 2 outdoor swimming pools and a full-service spa. .The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, massage/treatment rooms and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 5-property class Santorini hotel include Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint and Athinios Port.

What's nearby

  • Oia Castle - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Amoudi Bay - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tramonto ad Oia - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ammoudi - 14 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Thira (JTR-Santorini National) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lolita's Gelato - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Pelekanos Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Pitogyros Traditional Grill House - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Lotza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Skiza Cafe - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and 2 outdoor pools
Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, a fitness centre, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Spa services, a terrace, and a garden are also featured at the luxury Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World. A round-trip airport shuttle and a ferry terminal shuttle are available for a fee. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Santorini hotel.

  • 53 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Built in 2018
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World offers 53 accommodations with iPod docking stations and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, dressing gowns, slippers and designer toiletries.

This Santorini hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and telephones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

Epitome has 1 treatment room. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is listed in the 2021 Travel + Leisure 500.
The property is a member of the Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Languages

English, Greek

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Ferry terminal shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Turndown service

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Built in 2018
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • IPod dock

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 28 October and 14 April.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 200.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 - 29 February, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 10.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 200.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy.

Property Registration Number 1073457

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open on 20 April and close on 15 October.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Canaves Oia Epitome Hotel Santorini
Canaves Oia Epitome Hotel
Canaves Oia Epitome Santorini
Canaves Oia Epitome
Canaves Epitome Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Hotel
Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Santorini

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Yep, Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Yep, Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is a short 7-minute walk from Paralia Katharos. Fun beach activities include scuba diving.

Is there a spa on site at Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Yep, Epitome is available for guests. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Does Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World have a pool?

Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World has 2 outdoor swimming pools. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open from April 20 to October 15.

What luxury perks are available at Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World features 2 outdoor pools, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with 24-hour room service and espresso makers.

What makes Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World a romantic place to stay?

Couples spa treatments and a lounge bar, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World.

Is Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and 2 outdoor pools, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World is a hit with families.

Does Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary full brekkie is on offer daily from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World?

No, pets are not allowed.

Canaves Epitome - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 136 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lang

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shayan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice property with extremely kind staff
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

r m

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
AMAZING PROPERTY!!!
This is the best hotel we’ve ever stayed in. The views of the sea are unreal! The room is so beautiful and thoughtfully designed. The restaurants on site are fantastic! The customer service is so kind and helpful! The only problem with this hotel is you will compare it with every hotel you ever stay at again. I can’t recommend this property enough!! It’s just phenomenal!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great !!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

grace

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience. From the moment you walk in they will cater above and beyond your needs. What makes this place special compared to the usual places that Santorini has to offer is its exclusive view of the sunset. Breakfast was also amazing as there were lots of options as well as great food. 11/10 would recommend and come again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kip

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful quiet property.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yasir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon, Rochester Hills

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at Canaves Oia Epitome. The location is excellent - close to Oia, but down the hill, so it feels private. The staff was aware that it was our 25th anniversary, so they placed rose petals, chocolates, and wine in our room upon arrival. While this detail was wonderful, the resort did feel a little too big and it was a bit impersonal. We had made a dinner reservation with guest services in advance to celebrate, and they had no idea. The breakfast was nice. The private pools are great. We didn't have the best view (blocked by a long stone wall), but we could certainly relax and enjoy the sunset. They even turned up the pool temperature for us. We did have an issue a time or two (in the beginning) with the shuttle. We were told a shuttle would be there to pick us up in 5 minutes and 20 minutes later, we opted to walk back to the resort. Overall, that was a nice amenity, though.

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Probably the nicest place I’ve ever stayed at
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikil

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible stay at a beautiful hotel with the highlight being the service from hotel staff, who were polite and friendly and added lots of personal touches throughout our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi-Anne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If I could give more than 5-stars, I would. The service here is top-notch and really elevated the overall experience. The 24-hour complimentary shuttle service, being able to chat with staff via text at any time, the recommendations they offered for restaurants and nearby activities, the food, the ability to request our private pool be warmed, the gym, etc. Also, our room itself was beautiful. We stayed in the Hideaway Pool Suite and it felt like it was just my husband and I tucked away on our own little cliff-side room in Santorini with the most romantic sunset views. It was perfect.

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Flavio, Chicago

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exquisite luxury with immaculate and breathtaking grounds. Staff and service above and beyond what we were expecting! Privacy and intimate setting well thought out. Our two bedroom villa with private pool felt as though we were the only ones on the resort!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greta

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jez

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rashad

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property for relaxing and the view is unreal.I hardly recommend it !!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous place to stay - best on the island
The hotel has fabulous views, excellent customer service and outstanding breakfasts. The staff is neons helpful. The 24 hour shuttle was great to have
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

M B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greatest hotel in Oia! Christina welcomed us and offered cold drinks while we checked in. The gave us a tour of their property..... stunning!! Then upgraded us to our own honeymoon villa!!!!! Love them all!!!!!! Incredible!!!!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022