Dark sand and design on Santorini’s south coast
Istoria sits behind the long volcanic beach at Perivolos, where Santorini opens out and daily life feels markedly less compressed than in Oia or Fira. The hotel grew from a private estate, retaining mature grounds while adding arched rooms, tactile stone and a pool long enough for a proper morning swim.
Twelve suites keep the atmosphere personal; private terraces and plunge pools in selected categories add seclusion. The beach club, restaurant and spa make slow days straightforward, while a car unlocks villages and archaeological sites. Choose Istoria when sea access and design matter more than a caldera address.
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Perivolos Beach, Design hotel, Black sand beach, Small hotel, and Pool
