The Best Resorts to Book in Mykonos, Greece
Mykonos is known as the VIP Island, with chic bars, restaurants and boutiques lining the cobbled streets of its main settlement, Mykonos Town. On this Cycladic gem, particularly popular for its LGBTQ-friendly nightlife and clubbing till dawn on its many beaches, glamour and luxury meet sand and sea. Live out your Greek deity fantasies in any of these top-quality Mykonos resorts that offer classic, sophisticated decor and facilities fit for royalty, from gourmet restaurants and spas to sea-view infinity pools – all against a backdrop of the sparkling blue Aegean. Here’s our pick of the best resorts in Mykonos, bookable on Culture Trip.
1. Bohème Mykonos, for proximity to Mykonos Town
Hotel
2. Mykonos Beach Hotel, for seaside tranquility in Megali Ammos
Boutique Hotel, Resort
Picture your dream Greek holiday – and we bet it looks like a stay at this family-run hotel located in the quiet cove of Megali Ammos. As dazzling sunsets paint the sea pink, watch the light show from your cliffside pool and jacuzzi, or from the sea-view terrace where the breakfast buffet is served. The rooms are as Greek as they come, with white stone arches and sea-blue accents matching the aesthetic of beautiful Mykonos. Buzzing Mykonos Town is just five minutes’ walk from this peaceful retreat.
3. Harmony Boutique Hotel, for an excellent spa near Mykonos Town
Boutique Hotel
It isn’t called Harmony for nothing. Engage in some serious relaxation at this boutique hotel where white rooms are peppered with woven blue fabrics, wicker furniture, classic pots and artfully placed stones. Breathe in sea air from your balcony that overlooks white houses nestled in the valley beyond, or kick back at the hotel’s Olive Tree Spa and sauna. Harmony is situated on Mykonos’s old port, which offers candlelit traditional and modern restaurants – if you can bring yourself to leave the premises.
5. Petasos Beach Resort and Spa, for on-site fusion cuisine and DJ sets in Platos Gialos
Resort, Spa Hotel
Swanky Petasos is located on a private peninsula just off Platos Gialos Beach. After a rest in your modern and sophisticated room or suite, decked out in classical white with pops of colour, head to the resort spa for revitalising therapies like the Waterfall Scrub Treatment. Finish your day at the VIP restaurant with trendy fusion cuisine and a DJ set, with the dining terrace overlooking the yachts at the Bay of Psarou.
6. Bill and Coo Suites and Lounge, for gastronomic adventures in Megali Ammos
Resort, Spa Hotel, Luxury
Set back from the Megali Ammos Beach, this five-star luxury boutique hotel is the epitome of Mykonos glam. The rooms are modern and cool with light-up mirrors, cacti and smart home automation systems to meet all your needs. The sea-facing infinity pool has an all-day bar featuring signature cocktails and twists on classics. Come evening, experience Bill & Coo’s famous on-site Gastronomy Project: a gourmet culinary adventure mixing classic Greek tastes with imaginative modern concepts. Food porn at its finest.
7. Santa Marina, a Luxury Collection Resort, for numerous on-site amenities in Ornos
Resort, Chain Hotel, Luxury
Greece is all about the beach vibes, and nowhere more so than here – a chilled out sanctuary positioned on stunning Ornos Bay. The rooms are beach-chic, modern and natural with woven-basket wall decorations, hanging chairs and bamboo-lined headboards to bring the outside in. There’s everything you could need at this resort: a spa, gym, infinity pools, a private beach and four bar-restaurant options, including their Buddha-Bar Beach where DJs create an exotic atmosphere long into the night.
8. Myconian Korali, for funky contemporary design in Megali Ammos
Resort, Luxury
Uphill from the Megali Ammos Beach, Myconian Karoli is proud of its colourful take on traditional Cycladic design. Sticking to classic Greek architecture and decor, it adds vibrant yellows, greens and oranges to accent its own trendy look. Half-moon windows overlook the horizon, so you can watch the sunset from the comfort of your own room before heading out to explore Mykonos Town, a 10-minute walk away. The hotel’s restaurants have seasonal menus that use only fresh local produce – of course, with a stunning sea vista to accompany your meal.
9. Myconian Crown Suites, for proximity to Kalafati and Agia Anna beaches
Boutique Hotel, Resort, Spa Hotel
You’ll feel like a true royal in these Crown Suites, all of which have their own yard or garden with bubbling private jacuzzi. Inside, you’ll find creative details like log tables, colourful wall art and statement cushions. Out on the grounds, lounge on comfy beds on stilts above the water, then visit nearby Kalafati, the only beach on Mykonos with trees for shade from the endless sunshine, or else the intimate Agia Anna cove. Frequent buses connect Kalafati Beach to Mykonos Town.
10. The Summit of Mykonos, for proximity to Ano Mera
Resort, Bed and Breakfast
To see a different side of Mykonos, stay at this boutique hotel overlooking the Kalo Livadi Beach that’s a short drive from the picturesque Ano Mera village with its colourful houses, centuries-old church and traditional tavernas. Busy Mykonos Town is 8km (5mi) away, so you can easily catch a bus there. The Summit of Mykonos sits on the hillside above the sand; lie under coconut-fringed parasols and take in the peaceful sea view. Rooms are chic with bare brick walls, lanterns and rope and wood features.
Georgia Platman contributed additional reporting to this article.
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