The Best Of Luxury Mykonos: Hotels, Restaurants and Shopping

Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort

Southwest Coast Seclusion With Uninterrupted Delos Views

Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort unfurls across whitewashed terraces accented with green gardens and Cycladic blues, all oriented towards the Aegean and the sacred island of Delos. The setting is notably intimate yet convenient enough for first-timers hoping to see some of the main sights, with access to a private section of Agios Ioannis beach, a free shuttle to Mykonos Town and direct access to Delos, easily reached by private boat from the hotel.

Rooms and suites at Mykonos Grand Hotel & Resort are spacious, finished in white marble and wood, many with private pools or Jacuzzis, perfectly positioned for uninterrupted sea views. Days at the beach, the Althea Spa and the adults-only infinity pool are defined by intuitive service and a polished international flair, while evenings centre around dining at Nama Restaurant, where Mediterranean dishes are served in an elegant, open-air setting. For those drawn to the romance of the scenery, the hotel’s beachfront chapel offers a memorable place to mark the moment.

Which Room? The Deluxe Suite with Pool for the in-pool views of ancient Delos rising from the water.

Mykonos Riviera Hotel & Spa

Front Row Harbour Views With a Destination Spa, Minutes From The Old Port

Set just above the Tourlos marina, Mykonos Riviera Hotel & Spa is structured so that its tiered cube buildings lead your eye towards the ocean from the moment you arrive. This is where Mykonos begins and ends for many visitors: a picturesque flow of arrivals and departures marked by fluttering sails and the occasional ship.

The design at Mykonos Riviera Hotel & Spa leans contemporary, with sculptural lines, soft curves and a palette of modernist stone and glass. Rooms are generous, all with terraces, and some with private pools, while the hotel’s centrepiece is its dramatic infinity pool, set above the marina, and embedded with twinkling lights that look like stars captured in pool water. The Oqua Spa blends tradition with innovation: thalassotherapy, detoxifying treatments, hammam rituals, and a health-led approach, while the LAFS Restaurant serves modern interpretations of Greek fare on a terrace overlooking the harbour, particularly atmospheric as the boats return in the evening.

Which Room? The Secret 3 Bedroom Pool Maisonette feels like a private sanctuary and boasts a large infinity pool and a 50-square-meter terrace, ideal for group travellers.

Petasos Beach Resort & Spa

Effortless Beachfront Access on the Glamorous South Coast of Mykonos

Set on the sands of Platis Gialos on a private peninsula, Petasos Beach Resort & Spa combines one of the island’s most connected settings — a few minutes from Psarou Beach and Nammos Beach Club — with a private, serviced stretch of shoreline reserved for guests. From here you can effortlessly reach local restaurants and take water taxis along the coast, linking to Scorpios, Paraga and beyond.

The hotel is built into the hillside, with terraces hovering towards the water and rooms positioned to take full advantage of the views across the bay. Much of the architecture follows the classic Cycladic style, while the expansive pools are spread over two tiers, linked by a waterfall. Dining centres around the VIP Restaurant, overlooking the shimmering bay, typically ornamented by a yacht or two. As for the cuisine: expect expertly crafted sushi and Asian fusion paired with Greek wines and a beach club atmosphere in the evenings.

Which Room? The Outdoor Jacuzzi Classic Room, for its terrace, outdoor jacuzzi and immersive peninsula views.

Cali Mykonos

Architectural Seclusion with a Distinctly Greek Identity on the Southeastern Coast Above Kalafati

Remarkably attractive, this stylish Kalafati hotel, Cali Mykonos, has all the charms of a Greek village. Each space frames the rocky landscape rather than competing with it: white buildings with living roofs, stone and marble hand-selected from nearby mountains, shaping a series of modernist living spaces, down to carved stone desks. And everything here is Greek: the art on the walls, the water drawn from mountain streams, Mykonian ceramics and eco-linen made in Athens.

The setting is decidedly Mykonian, positioned above a quiet and exclusive stretch of coastline on the island’s southeastern edge. There’s a sensually curved infinity pool that forms a striking blue terrace above natural cliffs that fall to the water, while a private beach club sits just below, carved from the rock. Kalafati village is secluded, inviting slow coastal walks and relaxed taverna lunches, or days spent on a yacht sailing to Naxos and Paros. In the Avlí Restaurant, expect seasonal Greek fare, freshly prepared with local produce, and served on terraces that blend with the striking landscape.

Which Room? The Junior Pool Suite for its sweeping countryside and sea views, and seamless indoor–outdoor living, with secluded terraces and a plunge pool.

Santa Marina, a Luxury Collection Resort, Mykonos

On a Private Stretch of Ornos Bay Just South of Mykonos Town

Santa Marina, a Luxury Collection Resort, sits on the sheltered Ornos Bay, where a private sandy beach is reserved exclusively for guests. Now entering its fourth decade, the hotel unfolds across a view-laden hillside, punctuated by a windmill and chapel, an attractive collection of suites and villas, two expansive pool decks — one adults-only with chic wooden cabanas, the other family-friendly — and the Ginkgo Spa with aromatherapy massages, hydrafacials, and saunas. Indeed, few Mykonos hotels match its scale and range.

As for dining, expect sushi at Buddha-Bar Beach, with seared sushi and fusion plates that pair perfectly with inventive cocktails and local wines, served in a setting that morphs into a beach club by evening. At Elais restaurant, Greek dishes are delicately fused with Mediterranean influences and served amongst the vibrant shrubbery of Santa Marina’s gardens.

Which Room? The Sea View Suites with Private Pool for their generous proportions, private terraces and vibrant gardens, complete with sun beds, double vanities and deep soaking tubs.

Kalesma Mykonos

Contemporary Minimalism, Ancient Myth, and a Discreet Setting in Aleomandra on the West Coast

A modernist hotel punctuated by olive trees, herbs, bougainvillaea and fuchsia, Kalesma Mykonos draws on both the culture and mythology of Mykonos. It sits in Aleomandra, a region that in myth was home to the Delian stables and Apollo’s horses. Today, it feels entirely serene and connected to its roots with whitewashed suites and villas arranged like a petit Cycladic village, corridors replaced by leafy paths and nature ever-present, all ensconced by the scintillating Aegean.

Kalesma Mykonos is deliberately minimalistic, with clean lines and natural materials echoing the island’s traditional architecture. The spa takes inspiration from the elemental energies of nearby Delos, while dining focuses on seasonal Greek ingredients. Everything here feels designed to entice guests into a slower pace of living as guided by the island, with spaces in constant dialogue with the landscape, via indoor-outdoor design, chic terraces and an open-air lounge set around the glow of a firepit.

Which Room? The Kalesma Suite with Sea View & Private Pool, for uninterrupted views from the heated pool and a configurable layout that works equally well for couples or small families.

Nammos Village

Resort-Ready Fashion in a Chic Coastal Setting

Set just above Psarou Beach, Nammos Village is a polished, architectural retail space of whitewashed façades, clean lines and shaded walkways, designed to echo the island’s Cycladic aesthetic. Expect international fashion houses alongside more local boutiques, with collections that lean into high-end resort wear, fine jewellery and accessories.

For the best experience, pair your shopping with one of the area’s beach clubs; there’s the namesake Nammos a short stroll away, and other south coast beach clubs are easily reached by car or water taxi.

Matogianni Street

Boutiques and Ateliers Set Inside Mykonos’ Chora

Shopping along Matogianni Street in Mykonos Town is a different experience entirely. Here, labyrinthine lanes are lined with charming white-cube buildings, blue shutters, and bursts of vibrant bougainvillaea, opening unexpectedly into small courtyards and terraces. Wander here, and you’ll find established luxury brands alongside independent designers, local jewellers and shops selling Greek goods.

Shopping at Matogianni Street pairs best with a cosy cafe or lively Greek taverna. For a classic Mykonian experience, try a terraced restaurant in Little Venice with serene views over the Aegean.