"Best for: glamorous bedrooms With its marble staircase and Doric columns, the lobby of this neoclassical mansion makes a grand impression. Aristide is located in Vaporia, the most aristocratic neighborhood of Syros’s stately capital, and its nine suites combine original features and colorful contemporary flourishes. But guests get plenty more than plush bedrooms: as well as an art gallery, there’s a secret garden for Champagne breakfasts with Greek bottarga and smoked trout, a shiny brass bar that serves classic cocktails and a glorious roof terrace for sunset aperitivos with sea views. A spa and artists’ residency program are in the works. Price: from about $195 per night" - Rachel Howard, Lauren Burvill