There are hotels that offer a room with a view. And then there are places that make the view feel like it was made for you. Athina Luxury Suites has always belonged to the second category, and now, the world is taking notice.
We are proud to announce that Athina Luxury Suites, a member of Aestian Hospitality, has been officially nominated for Europe’s Leading Boutique Hotel 2026 at the World Travel Awards, one of the most prestigious recognition programs in global travel and hospitality.
What the World Travel Awards Represent
The World Travel Awards have been celebrating excellence in travel and tourism since 1993. Often referred to as the Oscars of the travel industry, these awards recognize properties and destinations that set the standard for quality, experience, and innovation. A nomination at this level is not simply an accolade. It is a signal to the global travel community that a property has achieved something genuinely worth noticing.
For a boutique hotel in Santorini to be nominated among Europe’s finest is a statement in itself.
Carved Into the Cliffs of Santorini
Athina Luxury Suites sits suspended above the Aegean, carved into the volcanic cliffs that have made Santorini one of the most recognized destinations in the world. The property is designed not for guests who want a comfortable stay, but for those who expect an experience that stays with them long after they leave.
Every suite, every detail, every carefully considered moment of service reflects a philosophy that Aestian Hospitality has built its name on: that true luxury is not about excess, but about intention.
A Nomination That Belongs to Our Guests
This recognition would mean very little without the people who chose Athina Luxury Suites, trusted us with their most treasured travel moments, and left with something more than photographs. This nomination belongs to every guest who has watched the Aegean sunset from their terrace, woken up to that particular Santorini light, and felt that this was exactly where they were supposed to be.
Vote for Athina Luxury Suites
Voting is now open and your voice matters. If you have experienced Athina Luxury Suites firsthand, or if you believe that boutique hospitality done with genuine care deserves to be celebrated on a European stage, we invite you to cast your vote.
Voting closes on 14 August 2026.
Santorini’s Finest, Recognized Across Europe
For travelers researching luxury hotels in Santorini, boutique hotels in the Cyclades, or the finest cliff-side accommodations in Greece, Athina Luxury Suites consistently rises to the top. This nomination reaffirms what our guests have always known: that staying here is not simply a travel choice. It is a declaration of taste.
We look forward to writing the next chapter of European luxury hospitality together.
Panagiotis Inglesis is the co-owner and General manager of Athina Luxury Suites, along with his wife Mrs.Artemis Argyrou. Together they had a vision to create one of the best boutique hotels in Santorini and today they continue their vision…Athina Luxury Suites is considered one of the top hotels on the island.