Boasting immaculate, recently renovated rooms and a long tradition of providing exceptional luxury, this truly excellent hotel combines contemporary style and traditional Greek character that is guaranteed to charm.
Why you'll love it here
- Chic and exclusive location on a private stretch of sandy beach
- The GINGKO Spa offers exclusive massages and treatments using ESPA products
- Home to the world famous Buddha Bar offering first-class dining and cocktails
- Enjoy boat rides from the resort's private jetty
Best For
- Family, Toddlers (0-3),
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As a gem has many facets, so too does the jewel in the Aegean that is Mykonos.
See it in different lights and its character changes. By day an island of rugged natural beauty, by night a cosmopolitan resort that centres on the lively bars, restaurants and tavernas of Mykonos town.
A longtime symbol of luxury, ideal seaside location and distinct lifestyle, Santa Marina, a Luxury Collection Resort, stands out for its impeccable facilities and attentive services. The Resort’s very popular and unique feature is the exclusive private sandy beach, with 150 meters of silky sand touching crystal blue waters. On this ideal setting, the famous Buddha-Bar Beach serves as a gastronomic destination in its own right, on Mykonos Island.
Accommodation at Santa Marina comprises of 101 rooms, Suites and Suites with private pools, plus 13 villas featuring two to seven bedrooms. The interior concept is a contemporary luxury decor in a bohemian chic style, maintaining the resort’s world-class character with panoramic sea views from the private balconies. Exclusive and private Villas, ranging from two to seven bedrooms, rest on the hillside amid their own lush gardens and private pools, offering seclusion and comfort, yet enjoying all the resort facilities with full Butler service for all guests. The villas lead out onto the hotel’s unique private beach, where no interruptions are allowed.
Based on the essential elements of positive energy, health, beauty and well-being, GINKGO SPA offers signature treatments with 111SKIN and ESPA. Indulge with a two-day retreat or an hour-long massage, giving yourself precious time to stop, to reflect, to recharge. As important guests of Santa Marina, child facilities include a playground, kids' menu and babysitting services. Infinity Pools, a floodlit Tennis court, state of the art Gym, Hairdresser, Nail Salon and Reef Boutique and Boat rides from the private jetty at Santa Marina add to the wealth of facilities offered.
Santa Marina, just 3km from cosmopolitan Mykonos town, offers the perfect summer destination. The resort offers complimentary shuttles for all guests from/to the airport and port, plus throughout the day and evening you can book a shuttle into Mykonos Town and Little Venice.
Santa Marina is the perfect for those looking to celebrate in heavenly seclusion, be it a honeymoon or a family reunion, with exceptional service and breathtaking views.
Room Options
The rooms' design concept is a contemporary luxury décor, maintaining the resort’s world-class character while simultaneously providing a sophisticated feel with panoramic sea views as its backdrop. The interiors offer all the modern comforts of a luxury accommodation, including walk-in closets for suites, complimentary Wi-Fi and luxury marble washrooms.
Superior Side Sea View
These cool rooms feature whitewashed wooden floors and ceilings creating a seaside ambiance and offer partial sea views from their private balconies which are furnished with a table and two chairs. The Superior Rooms are quite compact.
Superior and Deluxe Sea View Room
Boasting full panoramas of the Aegean Sea, these newly fashioned rooms feature wooden floors, a natural palette of colours creating a timeless classic island feel. The Deluxe Sea View Rooms offer some of the best views and are larger in size than the Superior Rooms.
Sea View and Deluxe Sea View Suites
Sea View Suites invite you to step outside to breathe the fresh sea air and take in the views of the sparkling Aegean Sea. Each features a private balcony furnished with a table and two chairs; some balconies also have sun lounges. Sea View Suites feature an open plan lay out whilst Deluxe Sea View Suites have a separate living area and bedroom.
Deluxe Sea View Pool Suite - One and Two Bedrooms
A captivating Ornos Bay panorama awaits from the indulgent private terrace of a Deluxe Seaview Pool Suite, with either one or two bedrooms available. Comfortable patio furniture is adjacent to a tranquil private pool, which in some suites is surrounded by a lush garden.
Sea View Two Bedroom Villa
Situated in lush gardens overlooking Ornos Bay, Villa Crystal is completely self-sufficient and includes a living room with sitting and dining areas, as well as a kitchenette. For a breath of sea air, step out onto the spacious terrace, which houses an infinity pool perfect for lounging and enjoying the incomparable vista while sipping a beverage from the mini bar.
Sea View Three Bedroom Villa
The three-bedroom Villas, Villa Lapis Lazuli, Villa Sapphire, and Villa Emerald offer complete autonomy. Each villa is decorated in characteristic island style, as peach-hued walls meet whitewashed ceilings and traditional wooden furniture. Outside, expansive balconies with dramatic views are furnished with chaise lounges and house private infinity pools that seem to flow seamlessly to the Aegean Sea.
Coral Two-Bedroom Villa
This split-level two-bedroom villa enjoys sea views and a beautiful open-plan living area with balcony. Both bedrooms open onto the whirlpool terrace. Private butler service and 24hr room service available.
Crystal Two-Bedroom Villa
In the style of a traditional Cycladic house, this charming split-level villa has two bedrooms, two en suite bathrooms, outdoor dining space and a beautiful freshwater pool. Can be combined with Turquoise Villa for an expansive seven-bedroom villa.
Lapis Lazuli Three-Bedroom Villa
A spacious terrace perfect for relaxing, dining and poolside lounging is the centre piece of this contemporary villa. There are three bedrooms - two on the pool terrace, with the master bedroom occupying the entire second floor and boasting twin balconies.
Sapphire Three-Bedroom Villa
Enjoy views over the Aegean from the terrace at this charming hillside hideaway. The ground floor offers the lovely pool, an open-plan living space and two bedrooms, with the upper floor housing the main bedroom and and a private lounge, both with balconies.
Amethyst Four-Bedroom Villa
Looking out across the calm waters of the Aegean Sea, this spacious two-level villa offers sumptuous modern comfort. On arrival, the large terrace with infinity pool provides a memorable first impression. The ground level houses a generously sized living room, dining area and kitchen, alongside two bedrooms – both accessing the pool via private entrance. Upstairs there are two further bedrooms, each with its own balcony and sharing a bathroom. Sleeps nine, in three queen beds and two twin bed...
Ruby Four-Bedroom Villa
With a prime hilltop position, this sparkling two-storey villa boasts breathtaking sea views from its cliff-edge freshwater infinity pool. The ground floor houses a thoughtfully equipped kitchen, as well as spacious living and dining area that opens directly onto the expansive pool terrace for outdoor living and dining. Two spacious bedrooms are also located on the ground floor and have direct poolside access. Upstairs there are two additional bedrooms, each with a balcony offering views of t...
Diamond Four-Bedroom Villa
Commanding the resort’s most elevated and most private position, this three-level villa has been designed to take full advantage of the natural setting, offering majestic sunset views across Ornos Bay, the Aegean Sea and five neighbouring islands. Entered from a spacious terrace with infinity pool, the ground floor includes a gym, sauna, storage room and staff room, as well as an elevator taking you to the upper levels. The first floor features a two-level living room and a combined kitchen a...
Tanzanite Four-Bedroom Villa
Commanding the resort’s most elevated and most private position, this three-level villa has been designed to take full advantage of the natural setting, offering majestic sunset views across Ornos Bay, the Aegean Sea and five neighbouring islands. Entered from a spacious terrace with infinity pool, the ground floor includes a gym, sauna, storage room and staff room, as well as an elevator taking you to the upper levels. The first floor features a two-level living room and a combined kitchen a...
Topaz Four-Bedroom Villa
With unobstructed views across the Santa Marina property, Ornos Bay and the Aegean Sea, this quaint two-level family villa features two heated whirlpools on its outdoor terraces. On the top level, the spacious living area merges into a dining area and fully equipped kitchen. The master bedroom shares the top level, featuring a private balcony with a heated whirlpool and extraordinary views. Two additional bedrooms are located on the lower level. Behind the kitchen, there is an additional smal...
Turquoise Five-Bedroom Villa
Set within the most lush gardens of any villa in Mykonos, this extra-private five-bedroom villa is designed with a fresh, modern approach. When entering on the top floor, discover a fully equipped kitchen complemented by spacious living and dining areas that open onto garden. The outdoor area includes ample lounge seating and a large swimming pool with sparkling sea views. The master bedroom is conveniently located on this upper level. The ground floor is composed of an additional master bedr...Restaurants & Bars
Oasis Pool & Lounge
One of the most exclusive settings on Mykonos, our lounge at Oasis Pool invites you to linger in the sun and shade, as you savour innovative cocktails and casual light cuisine.
The Santa Marina Beach Bar
The bohemian chic beach bar offers cocktails, beverages, coffee, tea and light snacks.
Buddha-Bar Beach
Buddha-Bar Beach is located on the Resort's private beach. This vibrant Mykonos restaurant offers breathtaking views to the Aegean sea. Welcoming guests from all over the world, offering seaside elegance and a meeting point for cosmopolitan guests and sea lovers alike.
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Mykonos Social
With stunning views of the Aegean Sea, this chic all-day restaurant is nestled beside the family-friendly Mykonos Social Pool. Mykonos Social is Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton’s first restaurant in the Mediterranean; an exclusive, bespoke, all-day dining destination. Offering a selection of delicious Mediterranean dishes and Tiki-style cocktails, it's perfect for long summer days by the beach, or relaxing evening drinks.
Opening in summer 2021!
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- Time zone: +2 GMT
- Flight time: 4 - 5 hours depending on island
- Currency: Euro
- Tipping guideline: 5-10%
- Health considerations: No
- Capital: Athens
- Population: 10.3 million (January 2023)
- National languages: Greek
- Electricity and plugs: Type C/F - 230V, 50Hz
- Mobile phone coverage: Good
- UK passport visa requirements: No (for holidays up to 90 days)
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