breakfast was amazing. A la carte, but with plenty of surprising gourmet options. Thank god, full English was not on the menu😁. Staff lovely, always friendly and with plenty of tips of what to do around the island. Plenty of private sunbeds at the beach, right across the hotel lobby. Perfectly operating AC, private jacuzzi for each room and a nice pool with a bar at the back. Ask the staff for tips where to dine, you won‘t be disappointed.

The private sunbeds are rented out to non-hotel guests, so despite the hotel being adults only, it can happen that a family with children will reside next to you. There are not many taxis on the island, and that pushes prices up. So if you want to explore the island, a rental car is mandatory.

Without a doubt of of the best hotels we have stayed at. The room was beautifully designed- fabulous pool area (our room didn’t have a pool, but we didn’t need one!). Hotel is situated opposite black sand beach with luxury sun loungers for guests. The breakfast was delicious and cooked fresh to order. Throughout our stay the staff were wonderful. They arranged our hotel transfers and jet ski safari. Manos in particular was very helpful and made us feel really welcome at the Istoria. Would really recommend to everyone.

Our stay at this hotel was truly unforgettable. The hotel is a gem right on the beach, which might be the best beach on the island, with its pristine black sand and crystal-clear dark blue water. The large, beautiful pool only adds to the sense of luxury and relaxation. Every detail in this hotel is thoughtfully designed, enhancing its overall charm and elegance. Breakfast was a highlight as well - an exceptional culinary experience that matched the high standards set by the rest of the hotel. Every meal was a delight, reflecting the hotel’s dedication to quality. The staff were incredibly friendly and professional, taking care of us with such attention and warmth. They really go out of their way to make sure you feel completely relaxed and cared for, which is something we’ll remember for a long time. This is easily one of the best hotels we’ve ever stayed at, and we can’t wait to come back.

Salty water running from the shower and the taps.

The property was clean, tidy, fancy, stylish, and comfy. Breakfasts were great - we were ordering new meals and drinks from the menu every time. Kudos to the chef! Personnel were really helpful and caring. Spa personnel were pros. Facilities around the hotel. e.g. the pool and the restaurant were also very convenient. Location was perfect and right on the beach. I also enjoyed the pool at the backyard of our room - the water was always warm and clean. Small presents from time to time were also very pleasant to receive!

Salty water running from the shower and the taps. Looks like some other hotels figured out how to deal with this.

The hotel, staff, breakfast & location are fantastic! Nothing is too much trouble. Staff are attentive and helpful offering recommendations for trips, restaurants in Firo too. I would book direct with the hotel next time. Pool and beach club amazing, special shout-out to lady on reception & our breakfast waitress, George (hotel manager) and stelios (pool bar man) - thank you for a wonderful stay, we will be back.

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Excellent breakfast options and great staff. Pool was serene and relaxing.

Had a constant noise transmitted from above to our room (#7), probably from pump of hot tub above. Ran out of water one morning without warning. Warning would have been helpful. Could not read the labels on the bottles (shampoo, conditioner, body wash) in the shower. Figured it out and kept them in same location during stay.

thé design creating a really cocoon atmosphere, the pool is one of the most beautiful I ever saw the breakfast was very very good and so nice not to have a buffet very helpful staff with the reservations

nice staff but a bit non professional, we were often disturbed in our room despite a clear sign on the door, employees were very loud around the pool, the diner experience was underwhelming to say the least ( not so tasty food, pricy and we didn’t get to order desert, the chef had already left…). the location is not that great and the surroundings are lacking and unfortunately you see them from your terrasse

Everything , the perfect hotel size, pool , room and private beach on just a few meters distance. Very very kind staff. Super noce big room, a lot of space for all the guests at the pool and on the beach. If I could take this with me I would visit all greek islands . Thanks to George and his staff.

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Amazing staff incredibly helpful, friendly and attentive. Great restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Private beach across the street, one of the best on the island. Pool area beautiful and a lovely spa.

Private pool in the room is actually a jacuzzi which doesn’t cool so not ideal for the middle of summer! Room stylish, but very basic for the price.

Everyone was extremely genuinely friendly, which seems to be the way in the Cyclades. Of course, the breakfast was amazing, and it was in an open-air space protected from the sun. Actually, much of the hotel was open-air, including the reception desk. It was also just across the small road from the beach, and the hotel owns a stretch of beach just for the guests. It is well located to catch the sunrise, which can be spectacular, and even just walking around the neighborhood is interesting as there are a number of small farms and the like. Some ways down the beach are some excellent restaurants. You don't need a car at all if you are just coming to relax. The masseuse at the hotel did an excellent job on me. She could really dig in and get the knots out of my muscles. After my session, I didn't have any aches or pains at night as I otherwise so often do.