Santorini Crystal Blue

One of the best experiences of our lives. Cannot overstate how great Kamari Beach is and how great the Crystal Blue hotel and staff were. We arrived early in the morning after our noon flight got moved to 6 am. They welcomed us and allowed us to have their delicious breakfast buffet and use their facilities while our room was prepared. Shortly after our meal – around 9 am – our room was surprisingly ready. And it was amazing. Beautiful grounds with colorful flowers, beds comfy, kitchen area – felt like you were staying in a beautiful Greek villa. Oia is beautiful (and crowded) but do yourself a favor and stay at Kamari and the black sand beach and take a day trip to Oia (we stayed at both and much preferred Kamari). Can’t wait to go back and special thanks to all of the stuff who truly were kind and wonderful to us.

Great value. Wonderful hosts. Excellent staff. Huge studio. Superb house dining. Guests only beach lounges with service. Spectacular view. I have been many times to stay in Oia. This was the best experience of the dozen trips. Will definitely return.

From the moment we arrived and were greeted by the staff to the moment we left and were walked to our taxi by the same staff we had the most fantastic time. The hotel is immaculately clean and well serviced but it was the stand out service from the staff that made our holiday. Stephanie on reception found information for us and organised our trips out and we benefited from her vast knowledge of the island. Albi, who waited tables made it his mission to remember every single one of our individual drinks and coffee orders each morning and lunchtime. Iris, treated us like we were her most engaging friends and made each and everyone of us feel special. That is not detract from all the other staff who I have not mentioned by name who provided a five star service at all times. The rooms, swimming pool and restaurant were delightfully pretty, simple and clean with everything we needed provided. The beach in 5 metres from the hotel and the service extended to drinks and food on the beach - we loved being able to move easily between the sea and the pool during the heat of the day and and then exploring the numerous bars and restaurants in the evening. This hotel is an absolute gem and we very much look forward to returning!