Carpe Diem Santorini

👥 Perfect for adults – intimate, 18+ all-suite retreat
🏛️ Iconic Cycladic architecture in a tranquil hilltop setting
🏊 Infinity pool and suites with private heated plunge pools
🤵 Impeccably personalised, butler-style service
🛁 Suites with outdoor whirlpools or private pools and panoramic views
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Board options: Bed and Breakfast (à la carte)

Minimum guest age: 18+ (adults-only)

Hotel size & layout:
• 13 suites across 5 low-rise blocks
• 3 floors, traditional architecture, no lifts (steps throughout)

Snuggled on a hilltop between vineyards, Pyrgos is one of Santorini’s most atmospheric villages – think whitewashed houses, tiny blue-domed churches and a Venetian castle crowning the skyline. Carpe Diem sits just outside the village with sweeping views over both coasts, so you can watch the island change colour from dawn to after-dark.

Wander 700m down to wine bars and tavernas in Pyrgos’ cobbled lanes, or hop in a taxi to Kamari’s volcanic black-sand beach for a dip in the Aegean. You’re central enough to explore Oia and Fira with ease, then retreat back to serene Pyrgos when the island gets busy.

• 700m to the nearest bars and restaurants
• 800m to Pyrgos resort centre
• 4.5km to Kamari Beach (black-sand, sunbeds and watersports)
• Easy driving distance to Fira and Oia for caldera sunsets

Approx. transfer time from airport: 20 minutes

Pyrgos, Santorini, Greece

Exaltis Restaurant forms the culinary heart of Carpe Diem Santorini. This elegant poolside venue serves creative Greek and local cuisine from breakfast through to dinner, using island produce and Santorini’s celebrated wines.

Wake up to leisurely à la carte breakfasts on your terrace or by the pool, then return for light snacks, Greek meze and fresh salads during the day. After dark, Exaltis transforms into a fine-dining spot with degustation menus that reimagine local flavours in a dramatic hilltop setting.

The Exaltis Restaurant and Bar doubles as a stylish pool bar from midday until late, pouring local, international and premium drinks along with signature cocktails – ideal for toasting those golden Santorini sunsets from your lounger.

Smart casual dress is encouraged (beachwear not permitted in the restaurant). Reservations and supplements may apply depending on your chosen board; services and opening times are subject to seasonal change.

The hotel’s central outdoor freshwater infinity pool is all about the view: a serene, cliff-edge-style basin with a dedicated sunbathing terrace and chic sunbeds looking out over Santorini’s patchwork of vineyards and villages. Pool towels are complimentary, so you can travel light.

Every suite then adds its own water sanctuary – from private heated plunge pools to outdoor whirlpools with panoramic island vistas – creating a resort-wide feeling of semi-private villa living.

Carpe Diem doesn’t sit directly on the coast, but you’re just a short drive from Santorini’s signature volcanic beaches – from buzzy Kamari Beach to dramatic black-and-red sands further along the shore – all easily reached by taxi or hire car.

Wellness here is intimate and highly tailored. Althea Wellness & Fitness is a boutique spa conceived for two, complete with sauna, couples’ massage cabins and a menu of rejuvenating rituals and beauty therapies (local charges apply; hours may vary by occupancy).

A compact, air-conditioned gym offers cardio equipment, free weights and a small sauna area, typically open from May to October between 10:00 and 18:00. It’s ideal for an energising session before a slow breakfast back on your terrace.

Beyond wellness, the hotel focuses on attentive, discreet service: concierge and butler-style services help shape tailor-made experiences, from vineyard visits and caldera cruises to private in-suite dinners. Reception can also assist with practicalities such as luggage storage and small equipment requests.

Every suite at Carpe Diem Santorini feels like a private hideaway, marrying minimalist Cycladic design with volcanic textures and expansive outdoor space. Expect Acqua Di Parma toiletries, in-room tablets, Nespresso machines and thoughtful extras such as pillow menus and turndown service.

Dea Suite with Panoramic Island View and Private Heated Pool
Sleeps 1–2. Elegant, light-filled suite with a private heated plunge pool and panoramic island views from the terrace. Features in-room tablet for digital guest directory, Nespresso coffee machine and pillow menu, plus optional butler-style service on request (some services chargeable). Amenities include flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, bathrobes and slippers, DVD player, hairdryer, sunbeds, coffee-making facilities, fridge, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath and shower, air conditioning, daily housekeeping and linen/towel changes on request.

Lava Suite with Panoramic Island View and Private Heated Pool
Sleeps 1–2. Inspired by the island’s volcanic character, Lava Suites add a temperature-controlled wine bar and a vinyl record player with curated vinyl collection. Each has a private heated plunge pool and terrace with panoramic island views, plus in-room tablet, Nespresso machine and pillow menu, along with the full range of amenities as Dea Suites. Butler service available on request (selected services may incur a charge).

Terra Suite with Panoramic Island View and Private Heated Pool
Sleeps 1–2. Earth-toned suites that celebrate Santorini’s landscape, with private heated plunge pool, spacious terrace and sunbeds. Guests benefit from in-room tablet, Nespresso machine, pillow menu and a dedicated champagne bar. Facilities mirror those of Dea Suites, including luxury amenities and daily cleaning.

Vita Suite with Panoramic Island View and Private Heated Pool
Sleeps 1–2. Designed for life’s big celebrations, Vita Suites combine a private heated plunge pool and panoramic terrace with an in-room tablet, Nespresso machine, pillow menu and a temperature-controlled champagne bar. Full complement of amenities as above and optional bespoke butler experiences on request.

Junior Suite with Whirlpool and Panoramic View
Sleeps 1–2. Ideal for shorter stays, these suites offer an outdoor whirlpool instead of a plunge pool, set on a private terrace with sunbeds and island views. Inside you’ll find flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safe, bathrobes and slippers, DVD player, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, kettle, fridge, minibar (charge), shower-only bathroom, air conditioning and daily housekeeping.

Senior Suite with Private Pool and Panoramic View
Sleeps 1–2. More space inside and out, plus a private pool or whirlpool on the terrace with loungers and expansive views. Facilities mirror Junior Suites with upgraded outdoor area.

Honeymoon Suite
Sleeps 1–2. Tailor-made for newlyweds, with a romantic layout, private plunge pool and terrace with sunbeds. Inside: flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safe, bathrobes and slippers, DVD player, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, kettle, fridge, minibar (charge), bathroom with bath and shower attachment, air conditioning and daily room service.

Master Suite
Sleeps 1–2. Spacious suite with private plunge pool and terrace, enhanced with a pillow menu for personalised sleep, plus all the premium amenities found across the collection. Ideal for longer, indulgent stays.

Vita Residence Suite
Sleeps 1–2. A residence-style layout with private plunge pool, generous terrace and sunbeds, bringing more of a private-villa feel. Includes flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, bathrobes and slippers, DVD player, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, fridge, minibar (charge), bath with shower, air conditioning and daily servicing.

Lava Residence Suite
Sleeps 1–2. Expansive suite with private plunge pool, terrace, pillow menu and residence-style comforts. Inspired décor, in-room tablet and Nespresso coffee machine elevate the experience alongside the hotel’s signature service.

Astra Suite with Panoramic Island View and Private Heated Pool
Sleeps 1–2. Stellar views pair with special touches such as complimentary cocktails on your first sunset. Suites offer private heated plunge pool, terrace with sunbeds, in-room tablet, Nespresso machine and pillow menu, plus a long list of luxury amenities and daily housekeeping.

Aura Suite with Panoramic Island View and Private Heated Pool
Sleeps 1–2. Blissfully private hideaways with heated plunge pool and terrace positioned for dreamy light. Expect in-room tablet, Nespresso machine, pillow menu and the same high-end amenities and services as other pool suites.

Alba Suite with Panoramic Island View and Private Pool
Sleeps 1–2. Oriented to capture sunrise and early light, Alba Suites include a private pool, terrace with sunbeds, in-room tablet, Nespresso machine and pillow menu, plus bath with shower and daily housekeeping.

Lapis Suite with Panoramic Island View and Private Pool
Sleeps 1–2. With blue accents echoing the Aegean, Lapis Suites feature a private pool, expansive terrace and bright interiors. Amenities include flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, safe, bathrobes and slippers, DVD player, hairdryer, coffee-making facilities, fridge, minibar (charge), bath with shower, air conditioning and attentive daily service.

A discreet butler service is available for many suite types to arrange bespoke experiences such as in-suite breakfasts, sunset cocktails or island excursions (some services carry a local charge).

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🧘 Yoga and wellness sessions (seasonal, on request)
💪 Air-conditioned gym with cardio machines and free weights
💦 Sauna access in the wellness area (charges may apply)
🍷 Curated wine tastings and local vineyard visits (arranged via concierge)
⛵ Private yacht or catamaran cruises around the caldera (on request)
📸 Bespoke honeymoon and proposal experiences crafted by the hotel team

🛎️ Reception with concierge and luggage storage
🤵 Butler-style service in many suites (on request, selected services chargeable)
🧴 Althea spa with massages and beauty treatments*
📶 Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
🧺 Daily housekeeping; linen and towel changes on request
🚖 Assistance with taxis, car hire and island excursions
☕ In-room coffee machines and premium toiletries in all suites
*Spa and selected services incur local charges and may vary seasonally.

Good to know: Pyrgos is a preserved traditional village, once Santorini’s capital, with steep cobbled lanes and the Venetian Pyrgos Kasteli at its summit – expect steps and sloped streets.

Language: Greek
Currency: Euro (€)
Time difference: GMT +2 hours (plus one additional hour in summer)
Average flight time from UK: around 4 hours to Santorini (JTR)

Santorini’s beaches are volcanic (often black or red sand/pebble), so beach shoes can be useful. Local prices vary, but as a guide, a local beer may cost around £4–5 and a meal for two from approximately £70–80 in popular resort areas.

Hotel facilities, opening dates and times are typically seasonal and may change without notice. Some services and experiences must be pre-booked and may incur additional local charges.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Greece advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Carpe Diem Santorini suitable for children?
No. Carpe Diem Santorini is an adults-only property with a minimum age of 18 years. It’s designed for couples and honeymooners seeking a quiet, sophisticated environment.

2. Do all rooms at Carpe Diem Santorini have a private pool or whirlpool?
Most suites feature a private heated plunge pool with panoramic island views, while others offer an outdoor whirlpool on a spacious terrace. All suites provide generous outdoor space and sunbeds.

3. What board basis is offered at Carpe Diem Santorini?
Stays at Carpe Diem Santorini are on a Bed and Breakfast basis. Breakfast is served à la carte, and you can also enjoy lunch, snacks and dinner at the on-site Exaltis Restaurant and pool bar for an additional charge.

4. How far is Carpe Diem Santorini from local bars, restaurants and the beach?
The nearest bars and restaurants are around 700m away in Pyrgos village, while the resort centre is about 800m. Kamari Beach, a popular black-sand stretch with tavernas and watersports, is roughly 4.5km from the hotel.

5. Is there a dress code at the restaurant?
Yes. Smart casual is recommended, and the hotel requests that beachwear is not worn in the Exaltis Restaurant or bar areas. Evening attire is encouraged for fine dining.

6. Does Carpe Diem Santorini have a spa and gym?
Yes. The Althea wellness centre offers sauna, massages and beauty treatments for an extra charge, and there is an air-conditioned gym with cardio equipment and free weights. Opening hours can vary by season and occupancy.

7. Is Carpe Diem Santorini accessible for guests with reduced mobility?
The hotel is built on a hillside with steps, split levels and no lifts, so it may not be suitable for guests with significant mobility difficulties. If accessibility is important, speak to a Travelisto specialist before booking.