Santorini belongs to a group of islands in the Aegean Sea between Turkey and Greece. The areas of Fira and Oia are often represented as the entirety of Santorini in films, as they feature picturesque white domed buildings with royal blue furnishings. If you are interested in visiting the Santorini you’ve seen in the movies, then you’ll be completely enthralled with Fira or Oia. While the entirety of Santorini is beautiful, different people enjoy different areas.

Picking the best area to stay in Santorini depends on your interests as well as your budget. For example, many areas in Santorini are quite expensive, but Firostefani is a cheaper option for budget travelers. Or if you’re traveling to Santorini to simply appreciate the beaches, then you might prefer to stay in Kamari. No matter where in Santorini you stay, it’s inevitable that you will be stunned by the views and awed by the delicious food. Below we have set out the best places in Santorini, as well as the best place to stay Santorini, Santorini hotels, where to stay in Santorini for couples, where to stay in Santorini with Family, where to stay in Santorini on a budget, where to stay in Santorini for beach lovers and many more.

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Fira – Where to stay in Santorini for couples

As the capital of Santorini, Fira offers fantastic views of both the ocean and the old volcano, making it the best part of Santorini. The cliffside town offers bars, cafes, and restaurants that all have the incredible scenic view of the ocean in front of you as you eat. Fira also has the Santorini Archaeological Museum which shows artifacts from various historical periods. There are several other museums, which serve to preserve Santorini’s history and have many manuscripts and old photos of Santorini.Approx 15km from Fira is a nearby beach called Perissa beach, which offers some of the best swimming in Santorini.

Fira also has cable cars, since the area is on the hillside, which offers not only a way to the top but also has beautiful views of the ocean and the rest of Fira. If you aren’t a fan of the cable car, you can walk, if you’re up for the challenge, or take a donkey. Fira is a laid back, scenic area of the city, so if you’re interested in good food and even better views, we recommend you stay here.

Best places to stay in Fira Santorini

Cheapest Hostels in Fira:
Santorini Youth Hostel

Budget Hotels in Fira:
Sea of Aegeon
Hotel Thirasia
Hotel Leta

Mid-Range Hotels in Fira:
San Marino Suites
Evgenia Villas & Suites
Aria Lito Mansion
New Haroula Hotel

Family Friendly Hotels in Fira:
Solaris
Pelican Hotel
Milos Villas

Luxury Hotels in Fira:
Mythical Blue Santorini
Anteliz Suites
Athina Luxury Suites

Oia – Where to stay in Santorini with family

Like Fira, Oia has beautiful seaside views and quaint and colorful architecture. If you’re visiting greece on your honeymoon or for a romantic getaway, Oia is the place to stay. It’s a small, walkable village located on the northern tip of Santorini. It’s hilltop location and seaside views make it the best place to watch the sunset with your significant other.

In fact, the best place on the 20 square kilometer island to watch the sunset is from the ruins of the Oia castle, a popular tourist spot. The castle not only is a great viewpoint, but is has a complex and intriguing history. For those looking for a quaint, beautiful and romantic spot in Santorini, you don’t need to look any further than Oia.

Best places to stay in Oia Santorini

Mid-Range Hotels in Oia:
Caldera Villas
Armeni Village Rooms & Suites
Fileria Suites

Family Friendly Hotels in Oia:
Anemomilos Hotel And Villas
Ecoxenia

Luxury Hotels in Oia:
Santo Maris Oia Luxury Suites & Spa
La Maltese Oia
Andronis Boutique Hotel
Pezoules
Canaves Oia Sunday Suites

Kamari – Where to stay in Santorini for beach lovers

Located in the southeastern region of Santorini, Kamari is a small village of only 1800 residents. The benefit to traveling in Santorini is that all some of the most beautiful places have a small population and thus are rarely overcrowded. The black sand on the beach of Kamari makes for a beautiful and unique beach experience, which is by far the main attraction of the village.

The crescent shaped Kamari beach is situated underneath the Mesa Vouno mountain and is typically lined with beach umbrellas and excited tourists. There is also a promenade that runs along the beach which features several beachside restaurants and shops geared towards tourists. If you want to relax on the beach in Santorini rather than climb all over a hillside town like Oia or Fira, you might prefer Kamari.

Best places to stay in Kamari Santorini

Budget Hotels in Kamari:
Oscar Hotel

Mid-Range Hotels in Kamari:
Acqua Vatos Santorini Hotel
Hotel Maria Preka
Anassa Deluxe Suites
Hotel Hippocampus

Family Friendly Hotels in Kamari:
Villas Joanna
Santorini Kastelli Resort
Dioskouri Art Villas

Luxury Hotels in Kamari:
La Mer Deluxe Hotel & Spa
Costa Grand Resort & Spa
Cavo Bianco
Secret Earth
La Bellezza Eco Boutique Hotel

Firostefani – Where to stay in Santorini on a budget

As you can probably tell by its name, Firostefani is located near Santorini’s capital, Fira. In fact, although Firostefani is recognized as a separate village in Santorini, it is really just an extension of Fira, geographically speaking.

Also like Fira, Firostefani is located hillside and offers stunning views of the caldera, but accommodation here tends to be a bit cheaper. While Santorini can be an expensive vacation destination, most of us travel on a budget and when you do your research, you can always find areas that charge less.

Best places to stay in Firostefani Santorini

Budget Hotels in Firostefani:
Villa Fotini
Erato Apartments
Afrodete Hotel
Sky of Thira

Mid-Range Hotels in Firostefani:
Splendour Resort
Cliff Side Suites
Mill Houses Elegant Suites
Villa Remvi

Family Friendly Hotels in Firostefani:
Hotel Galini

Luxury Hotels in Firostefani:
Stefani Suites
Lithies Traditional Homes
Infinity Suites – Dana Villas & Suites
Homeric Poems

Imerovigli – Where to stay in Santorini to see the Best Sunsets

Imerovigli is a small village on the island of Santorini, adjacent to the island capital Fira. Imerovigli is mostly famous for its beautiful sunset views, that’s called “balcony to the Aegean”. Its hotels and hostels are built around the caldera and it is crossed by narrow, paved paths, which also offers caldera views. There is no nightlife or bars in this area, making it a bit more relaxed.

Best places to stay in Imerovigli Santorini

Budget Hotels in Imerovigli:
Saint George Exclusive
Pearl on the Cliff
Merovigliosso Apartments

Mid range Hotels in Imerovigli:
Aelia by Eltheon
Hotel Kallisto
Agave Hotel

Family Friendly Hotels in Imerovigli:
Native Eco Villa
Eos Villa
Heliotopos Hotel
Abrazo 8 Villas

Affordable Luxury Hotels in Imerovigli:
Cocoon Suites
Chromata Hotel
Aliko Luxury Suites
Chromata Hotel

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