Calilo

Our stay at Calilo was indeed truly fantastic from start to finish. The outstanding suite was "of another world", offering great comfort, an unique immersion into beauty and design, and breathtaking views to Papas beach and the blue Aegean. Furthermore, every member of the team was very friendly, attentive and professional, making us feel genuinely welcome throughout our stay. The resort facilities were excellent, blending luxury with inspirational original design and good taste. The beach was absolutely stunning, with pristine waters that felt like paradise and outstanding beach beds. The gym is top class! Overall appreciation: SOBERB, really TOP – a perfect blend of beauty, service, and relaxation.

My now fiancé booked Calilo for us and planned our engagement to be within the hotel grounds. I can wholeheartedly say I have never experienced a hotel like it. From the minute we arrived off the ferry from Santorini we were greeted by hotel staff to drove us to the hotel (45 min drive). The views to the hotel are breathtaking. On arrival at the hotel we were greeted by Calilo's hosts who explained about the hotel, gave us a complimentary drink and some nibbles whilst we waited for our baggage to be taken to our rooms. Our host explained the meaning behind the artwork (all being hand crafted by the owner) and things we could do throughout our time at the hotel. We stayed in the Oasis suite, which overlooks the main pool area, and included our own 3 private pools. The beach is less than a minutes walk. Whenever we ordered room service the drinks were delivered through an outside door near the pool area, so staff didn't enter the room, and didn't walk past the main entrance which overlooks the pool. Everything felt very personal and private. The beach is immaculately well kept and the sea is your typical gorgeous crystal blue Greek sea. Thanks to our suite booking, we didn't have to make a reservation at the beach and we had our own cabana. However, although most rooms were booked when we were there, we didn't find it overwhelmingly busy and there were only 4 other parties on the beach with us - all with sufficient distance between us. Staff can't do enough to help you. In fact, when we went from the bar to the games room, staff would run over before we'd gotten up to follow us with our drinks. Prior to our proposal (which was a private fine dining meal situated above the spa, overlooking the mountains with an infinity pool infant of us), my fiancé gave staff the ring box, in his words "so that I wouldn't see it in his pocket". Upon return after the proposal every staff member we walked past congratulated us, everyone stopped to look at the ring, and we were provided with drinks at the bar. The cocktail connoisseur at the bar (I forgot his name) created handcrafted cocktails for us that weren't on the menu and explained the reasonings behind his menu. They are all inspired by people and places he's been to, and each drink compliments a cigar or a food choice. His partner, who works at Calilo, is also lovely. We had an amazing time and plan to come back next year. Thank you for making this trip so special for us!

Swimming pool cold, wind, swing not comfortable , biggest issue is food poison! I had free breakfast and couldn't touch anything ! Teenagers damm rude, never see this guy before and he smash on table mine inflatable dinosaur because he don't know how to do it, nobody really listened to me before I speak English, the biggest issue is they lied about butler ! He isn't your private butler like he said he isn't to provide me service only to tell me what for dinner and to book helicopter !!! That's it and I should pay if I want few photos taken ! For 1000 per night totally scam !!!!!!