Oia

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Pretty whitewashed houses overlooking an azure ocean: This is coastal Greece at its most charming and romantic, especially at sunset.

Oia (pronounced “ee-ah”) is a dreamy sight to behold. Whitewashed dwellings with bright blue doors, church domes and windmills fill the skyline. The village itself is perched on a steep cliff face that looks out over the Aegean Sea. Small vessels bob up and down in the docks below.

Oia is located at the north tip of Santorini. Its dwellings are ramshackle, yet picturesque as well as whitewashed houses, there are buildings in various pastel shades. Some are two-story kapetanospita houses, which were built for captains. The others are more humble hyposkapha houses. Many buildings are partially built into the rock, creating a constant temperature for inhabitants. There is ample accommodation for tourists, much of it high quality.

While in Oia, you’ll find it difficult to stop taking pictures. Indeed, Oia’s beauty has attracted many professional artists. There are a number of art galleries scattered about the village. For a souvenir to truly cherish, purchase an artwork from the Stavros Galanopoulos gallery.

Because it is small, yet labyrinthine, perhaps the best way to explore Oia is by wandering. Make sure to stop by the Church of Panagia of Platsani, which has a wonderful exposed bell tower. Learn about Santorini’s role in Greece’s seafaring past at the Naval Maritime Museum. Housed in an old mansion, the museum’s collection includes seamen’s chests, old equipment and rare photographs. Also make time to head down the steep path that leads to the small port of Ammoudi. Eat fresh seafood outside one of the taverns here.

Oia is often at its prettiest during sunset. The sky becomes infused with purples, oranges and reds. Find a spot on a balcony, pour a glass of the local wine and take in the otherworldly landscape.

You can reach Oia by bus from Firá, or otherwise take a taxi or rental car.

Katikies Santorini - The Leading Hotels Of The World
Katikies Santorini - The Leading Hotels Of The World
5 out of 5
Oia, Santorini, Santorini Island
The price is NT$26,478 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 28
NT$26,478
NT$30,587 total
Jun 27 - Jun 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santorini. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (333 reviews)
"This property was top notch. We really enjoyed the ambiance and the elegance this hotel had. It is very walkable to all places in town, Oia. The staff were very friendly and accommodating. I’m gluten free and they had plenty of options. The complimentary breakfast was fantastic. They also organized ..."

Reviewed on 2025/6/15

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Andronis Arcadia Hotel
Andronis Arcadia Hotel
5 out of 5
Oia, Santorini, Santorini Island
The price is NT$27,389 per night from Jul 17 to Jul 18
NT$27,389
NT$31,622 total
Jul 17 - Jul 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Santorini. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
"The hotel and staff were great!"

Reviewed on 2025/6/22

Andronis Arcadia Hotel
Caldera Premium Villas - Adults Only
Caldera Premium Villas - Adults Only
Oia, Santorini, South Aegean
The price is NT$7,433 per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
NT$7,433
NT$8,510 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santorini. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (606 reviews)
"The staff were all very friendly and helpful. A late check out was allowed. Would recommend to friends and family."

Reviewed on 2025/6/21

Caldera Premium Villas - Adults Only
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Nikos Villas Hotel in Oia Santorini
Nikos Villas Hotel in Oia Santorini
Oia, Santorini, Santorini Island
Stay at this aparthotel in Santorini. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"Can’t say enough good things about this stay and experience! They take care of you here not as if they are employees but if it were their own business. Truly remarkable. The hotel is perfect in all regards-location, space, a lovely ambiance, breakfast, private, safe. I cannot complain about a single ..."

Reviewed on 2025/6/13

Nikos Villas Hotel in Oia Santorini
Nano Oia Villas
Nano Oia Villas
OIA SANTORINI 1,1 1, Santorini, Aegean Islands
Stay at this villa in Santorini. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room massages, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Athinios Port and Oia Castle are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"The property is beautiful, but what really makes a Luxury - high end experience is the staff, all of them extremely nice, smiley and client oriented"

Reviewed on 2025/6/17

Nano Oia Villas
Phaos Oia Suites
Phaos Oia Suites
Oia, Santorini, Cyclades
Stay at this apartment in Santorini. Enjoy free WiFi, concierge services, and furnished patios. Popular attractions Athinios Port and Oia Blue Dome Church Viewpoint ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2 reviews)
"We stayed at Phaos Oia Suites for 3 nights in May. It was a comfortable stay , the suite was very spacious and clean . There were some issues with the main door and hot water . The owner was very quick and responsive to all our questions/concerns . It was solved in an efficient manner. The location ..."

Reviewed on 2025/6/1

Phaos Oia Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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