Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 500 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.
In all our properties, each maître de maison draws upon his unique experience and passion to share the authentic culture and tastes of his region with every guest.
Magical places and memories of a lifetime: whether it be a romantic weekend or to celebrate the important moments of life such as birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoon or family reunions.
Established in France more than 50 years ago, Relais & Châteaux has become a renowned reference of excellence in the hotel and restaurant world. The Association's mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.
Right above the famous Platis Yialos beach and surrounded by gardens, this temple of luxury and wellness has an exceptional location with breathtaking sea views near the finest sandy beaches and Mykonos town. Here you will be delighted to enjoy the exceptional services and charming Myconian hospitality. After exploring the treasures and beautiful landscapes of the Greek islands, indulge in some highly deserved pampering in the superb thalassotherapy centre, which offers massages, baths and divine treatments. Also on site are three indoor therapeutic seawater pools, each with rigorously monitored salinity and temperature. Pure enchantment.
On the native island of Zeus, the King of the Greek gods, sits the Elounda Mare Hotel, with its white cottages that look out onto the turquoise waters of the Mirabello Bay. An ethereal light bathes this retreat and its maze of sweet-smelling gardens. The spacious and intimate bedrooms, the bungalows, all different but all with a private pool, enjoy magnificent panoramic views over the Mediterranean. The private beach, the tennis courts, the nearby spa and the golf course offer plenty to fill your days. The hotel’s location is the perfect place from which to discover Crete and its legends, monasteries and chapels bequeathed by the Byzantine civilization. There is even a chapel overlooking the hotel’s private bay.
Imagine a rhapsody in blue and white, the Cycladic architectural tradition hand by hand with the contemporary good life, a parade of Greek flavours at its best ceremonial starring and a set of romantic sunsets over the volcano of Santorini. Combine all together and you are at Kirini Suites & Spa. Nestled in the village of Oia, famed for offering the best views in Santorini and the most breathtaking sunsets in the world, Kirini is literally the idyllic splendid retreat of the Aegean Sea. Suites of white perfectionism, the White Cave Restaurant sculpted into the rocks by the pool, serving a truly epicurean experience, an ambient spa that deifies all senses and an exceptional – always present and always discreet – service. No wonder Kirini is the icon of elegant accommodation in Greece.
It is a pleasure to wander through the labyrinth of alleys in the authentic little village of Pyrgos, where, between the whitewashed houses, your gaze will plunge down to the turquoise waters below. Crossing the threshold of Zannos Melathron is like walking into a delightful dream. Standing with its back to the rock face, this house used to belong to a local ship owner and is a maze of vaulted rooms and romantic alcoves, with high ceilings and mellow lighting. Head for the outdoor terrace to wine and dine while gazing into the eyes of your loved one or at the blue sea all around you, for this is the highest hotel on the island and there is a 360 degree view. In the evening, the flickering candle light mingles with the twinkling lights of the town far below.
