We're big fans of Santorini here at iTravel
iShop (could have something to do with being Greek ourselves) and
have been there twice in the past few years. Here's a whole new
reason to visit the island: the new Hotel Mystique. This Starwood
Hotel has just 18 rooms (all suites) and is located in Oia,
arguably the most beautiful spot on the island. The rooms are
housed in villas which all have private terraces, overlooking the
sea. They also have infinity pools with cliff
top views. The suites have every mod con, from flat screen televisions, wireless internet
connections and in room massages. Opa!
Mystique, Oia, Santorini Island,
Santorini, Greece, Phone: (30)(228) 6071114.
If you're
looking for a funky place to stay in Athens, you have two options:
the
Karim Rashid-designed
Semiramis and the Baby
Grand, which just came across our radar a few days ago. The
hotel was decorated by 10 international
artists from the world of graffiti, urban art and illustrations.
Each hotel room has been decorated differently and artists have
taken their inspiration from Japanese landscapes, art nouveau,
and classic comic book heroes. In the graffiti inspired rooms,
expect to see running waters, mountains, forests, true fairy
tales, and dreaming creatures. For dinner, there's the chic
Meat Me Restaurant and for an après-work drink, try the Moet
& Chandon bar. There's also an in-house spa from Carita.
Baby Grand Athens, 65 Athinas & Lycourgou Street, Athens,
Greece, Phone: +30 2103
250900