Summer Senses Luxury Resort

"Hidden among the back lanes that wind between farmland and orchards, water is a real theme at this hilltop property, with three large pools, split by a mix of bridges and waterfalls, and seascape vistas. The feel here, as is the norm for the Paros hospitality scene, is discerning, though the crowd—and the staff—have an altogether younger feel (perhaps because there are clubs and pool parties within walking distance). Clad in natural stone, the exterior here is softened by ornamental arrangements of sweet-smelling herbs and flowers. With 100 rooms and suites, Summer Senses Luxury Resort—a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World—is one of the larger properties on the island and its restaurant, Hytra, is a replica of the Michelin-starred restaurant by the same name that remains ever-popular in Athens. Address: Summer Senses, Punda Beach, Marpissa 844 00, Greece"

"The Paros escape One of Paros' more recent additions, Summer Senses Luxury Resort has 100 contemporary rooms ranging from deluxe hideouts to suites with private pools. Two large outdoor pools, a spa, and a fitness center are among the five-star offerings, with fine dining options including a collaboration with Michelin-starred Athens restaurant Hytra. The sandy stretches of Punda Beach, with its bars, DJs, and pool parties, is a three-minute walk away. Paros' lively capital Parikia can be reached by car in less than half an hour, with some of the most picturesque Cycladic villages just a stone’s throw away. At this get-away-from-it-all haven, guests are looked after with the utmost care and attention. Visitors are invited to drift from one temptation to the next—from an utterly restorative spa treatment to a bespoke cocktail by the pool with infinite views of the Aegean sea. A meal at fine dining restaurant Galazia Hytra is imperative, with generous yet refined modern dishes served in the most stunning setting under the Mediterranean stars. Each thoughtful detail at Summer Senses reflects the hotel’s commitment to offering the ultimate Cycladic island escape. The service is faultless and every feature is perfectly calibrated to ensure guests feel rested and refreshed. A true Grecian paradise. —Anna Gladwin" - Becky Lucas