Where to Stay in Perissa & Perivolos, Santorini
Perissa and Perivolos share the longest black-sand beach of Santorini, in the south-east of the island. The beach is lined with beach bars and tavernas, and hotels here are usually better value than on the caldera.
Where to stay: choose your base
- Perissa – a lively beach village below Mesa Vouno, with many family hotels.
- Perivolos and Agios Georgios – the quieter southern stretch of the beach, with beach bars and suites by the sea.
- Emporio and Vlychada – a medieval village inland and a small marina with striking rock formations.
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How to get there
Perissa is about 20 minutes by car from Santorini airport and about 20 minutes from Athinios port. We can arrange a private transfer to your hotel.
What to do
- Spend a day on Perissa and Perivolos beach.
- Walk up to Ancient Thera from Perissa.
- Explore the old lanes of Emporio.
- See the rock formations at Vlychada.
- Visit the nearby wineries.
Frequently asked questions
Is Perissa good for families?
Yes – long flat beach, many hotels with pools and good prices.
Perissa or Perivolos?
Perissa has the village life; Perivolos and Agios Georgios are calmer, with beach bars.
How do I get to Fira from Perissa?
By bus or car in about 25 minutes.
See all areas in our guide to where to stay in Santorini.
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