Bellonias Villas, Santorini, Greece To Open New Rooms for 2026
Bellonias Villas is a peaceful, contemporary beach hotel on the black volcanic sands of Kamari, Santorini, Greece. Following a total room renovation, the property will open with a sleek, refined new design for the 2026 season later this month.
The hotel:
Natural, simple elegance is at the heart of this property. Here you’ll find 26 one bedroom beach suites scattered alongside the black volcanic beach, on the east coast of the island overlooking the mountain of ancient Thira. This boutique hotel is also home to Elia Restaurant, a pool-side cocktail bar, and its own private stretch of glittering beach, making it the ideal choice for couples and families who seek stylish, unpretentious luxury and beachside relaxation.
Architecture & design:
The renovation project conveys the passion and creativity of the local owners, in combination with the innovation and fresh thinking of up-and-coming Greek architects, craftspeople and artists. Redesigned rooms fuse traditional Cycladic architecture with modern minimalism: a local pressed cement technique has been used for the walls and built-in bedside tables, and wooden shutters, arched ceilings, and stone-tiled floors pay homage to the island's timeless aesthetic.
Rich, dark-toned wooden furniture and cabinetry, made by a local carpenter, sits in combination with Didimon Dark marble in wardrobes, Traventino marble table tops, and Sinai pearl marble kitchenette counter-tops, all crafted by a local marble technician. Bespoke lighting, curated artworks and low-profile beds bring a quietly sophisticated contemporary edge, styled with linens and soft furnishings with a muted, earthy palette that invites rest and relaxation. As well as the standard air conditioning, rooms now have new ceiling fans for added cool breeze, new Tempur mattresses, 43” Smart TVs and Bluetooth speakers.
The exterior bar, pool area, restaurant and reception, all designed by Athens-based design gurus K Studio, remain as they were originally.
To do:
For a spot of pampering, a wellness area including whirlpool tub, gym, steam, sauna and treatment room is available for guests to book on request. For those wanting a more active day, SUP paddleboards are available to take to the water, and a host of tailor-made tours and excursions around Santorini can be arranged, as can bike rental, and private boat trips for an uninhibited discovery of the island from the water.
Location:
Bellonias Villas sits alongside the black volcanic beach of Kamari, on the eastern shores of Santorini. With its own serene stretch of beach, the hotel has an excellent position in a peaceful part of Santorini. With a handful of shops and restaurants along the boardwalk, guests can take an ocean-side stroll straight from their room. This is a world away from crowded caldera sunsets - a slower rhythm to the islands usual pace.
2026 rates: Nightly rates at Bellonias Villas, Santorini start from 250 Euros (approx. GBP£220/US$290) including breakfast, based on two people sharing a Studio Suite.
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