Elivi Skiathos

Elivi Skiathos, Skiathos, Greece - Explore & Book

"You can tick off half your Skiathos bucket-list without leaving the grounds of this hotel. Its location, on a pine-covered headland in the southwest of the island, is utterly spectacular, with wraparound sea views and 4 of the island’s most beautiful beaches right on the doorstep.Built on the abandoned site of the historic Xenia hotel, the resort (which includes a 32-room hotel, 'Grace' beachside suites and a further couple of 'Nests' of villas and suites) is the island’s most anticipated opening in years. It doesn’t disappoint. The low-rise lines of the original building have been sensitively retained, complete with sweeping terraces and a huge, light-filled lobby. But this is no museum piece. Interiors throughout are hip, understated and comfortably contemporary, there are private pools galore and the hotel’s fabulous restaurants (including fine-dining Leda & the Swan, Greek fish restaurant Nest, Asian-inspired Hagoromo and Mediterranean lunch spot Grace) are fast becoming destinations in their own right. For Elivi’s youthful, style-conscious clientele, it ticks all the boxes - and delivers envy-inducing Instagram views at every turn. Highs Four of the island’s most beautiful beaches right on the doorstep, including Banana BeachRooms and suites boast blissful beds and outdoor spaces; many have hot tubs or plunge pools, tooA full Elemis spa, tennis courts, yoga lessons - you won't get boredWe enjoyed golf cart rides to the beach – lazy but fun – and sunset dips in the pine-shaded poolTo preserve discrete areas within the resort for couples and families, those travelling with children are welcomed in the both Grace and Nest accommodations, the Xenia hotel rooms are reserved for couples Lows Pricey, and a 4-night minimum stayLarger than most hotels on i-escape (but we couldn't resist!) and a bewildering array of room types (see Rooms for guidance)The breakfast buffet can get very busy, and we were bothered by wasps on the dining terraceRecent reports of lacklustre and inconsistent service, especially in peak season when staff are stretchedWe have yet to see the new Nest Infinity rooms and suites in person; they do look gorgeous with wonderful Aegean Sea views" - Emma Howarth