Lost In Blue: Three Iconic Greek Island Escapes by Grecotel

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Myth, heritage, and a profound respect for the land — and how it defines local culture — shape modern Greece. Ancient ruins are ubiquitous, standing atop mountains: homes of the gods, and overlooking sugary-white beaches licked by warm azures.

Grecotel, the leading Hospitality Group in Greece, presents a unique collection of iconic Luxury Hotels & Resorts in spectacular locations sprawling across 15 coveted Greek destinations. Its diverse portfolio contains a spectrum of 40 properties, each with distinctive character and deep roots in the local history, culture and flair.

Few brands understand Greece’s stories and landscapes as intimately as Grecotel, which has spent half a century building an incomparable collection of luxury resorts and hotels. From this collection, we’ve curated three luxury Greek holidays: from creamy white feta-cube villas at Amirandes and a private slice of the Ionian at Corfu Imperial to all those stunning Cycladic blues at Mykonos Blu.

Amirandes

A waterfront, Minoan-inspired haven in Crete

Imagine a setting designed for sophisticated beachside living, where contemporary Greek style is layered with subtle Venetian influences and echoes of the ancient Minoans. Stone, wood and marble mirror the Cretan landscape, creating a sense of place that feels timeless and quietly luxurious.

Reimagined accommodations radiate an elegant, residential charm, offering a refined yet relaxed retreat throughout. Dining is equally considered, with world-class gastronomy across a variety of restaurants, from the art-filled Minotaur Restaurant, surrounded by authentic Picasso ceramics, to the deeply rooted Cretan flavours of Xasteria, celebrating the island’s heritage.

The experience at Amirandes is further elevated by unlimited premium beverages served across all outlets, from poolside to beachfront. For moments of complete reset, the Elixir Alchemy Spa offers a tranquil sanctuary, bringing together holistic therapies and a serene, restorative atmosphere that perfectly complements the rhythm of the resort.

At under half an hour from Heraklion airport, Amirandes is well-suited to families seeking convenient, uncomplicated Greek luxury. Children under 12 stay and eat (from the buffet) for free, and there’s a kids’ club too.

Activities are the real draw, however, with yoga, beach volleyball and paddleboarding available, alongside a dedicated children’s pool and an Olympic-sized swimming pool.

Download the Grecotel app, and you’ll get a full list of daily activities from which to choose, and you can use it to interact with the different areas of Amirandes as you wish, from restaurant bookings and concierge to spa treatments and day trips.

The Amirandes Villa Experience

Your light-filled villa, chic with modernist furnishings, will have one, two or three bedrooms, an infinity pool and a private garden with direct beach access. Evenings bring a choice of 8 restaurants and bars, some set along the coast, while explorations of the local area flow effortlessly from trekking Crete’s renowned mountain trails, and visits to postcard pretty Anogeia village on Mount Psiloritis, to wine tastings in rustic wineries and horse rides through olive groves.

Corfu Imperial

At the Private World of Kommeno Peninsula

Grecotel’s Corfu Imperial, arguably Greece’s most impressively located hotel, sits on the private Kommeno peninsula, wrapped in cypress trees and olive groves. Villas are discreetly tucked into terraced gardens, while stately cream façades glow against cerulean water.

The result is a sumptuous, secluded island address that feels like a love letter to laid-back Mediterranean glamour and Corfiot charm, perfectly placed for exploring the island.

Days unfold between refined seafront dining, gentle strolls along the promenade and long, unhurried lunches overlooking the Ionian. The resort is home to six distinct restaurants, each with its own character, while nearby Danilia Village, Grecotel’s recreation of a traditional 1930s Corfiot village, offers an atmospheric and immersive glimpse into the island’s heritage.

Sea paths wind between coves, wooden jetties stretch into crystalline water, and the architecture is chic with minimalist interiors and an eclectic choice of villas with private pools and manicured gardens, radiant and green, sweeping to rustic beaches styled with parasols.

Positioned just 20 minutes from Corfu Town and its narrow alleys or ‘kantounia’, the resort offers both privacy and proximity, close enough to wander UNESCO-listed sights and waterfront cafés, yet far enough removed to feel self-contained and deliciously personal.

Villas here sit in particularly advantageous positions, many with direct sea access or private stretches of beach, expansive terraces and private pools overlooking the Ionian. Interiors lean into muted tones, generous bathrooms and a sense of classical Mediterranean minimalism, creating spaces that feel both refined and deeply restful.

Among the most exceptional are the brand-new Palazzo Libro d’Oro and Medussa Estate, where traditional Corfiot charm meets contemporary sophistication. Expect private heated pools, sweeping sea views and a level of comfort that feels entirely personalised, designed for those seeking both privacy and quiet indulgence. Or for something truly special, the Waterfront Collection brings together a series of signature villas set directly along the shoreline. Each offers private pools, lush gardens and immediate beach access, paired with panoramic views across the peninsula. The result is an effortlessly serene villa experience, where considered design meets the natural beauty of Corfu.

The Corfu Imperial experience

Arrival here is cinematic: the route across the narrow causeway to the peninsula heightens the sense of retreat, before the sea appears on both sides in a sweep of inky blue.

Days begin with swimming directly from your villa into crystal-clear water, snorkelling at Turtle Reef, jeep safaris into the raw island hillsides or chartering a boat to explore hidden coves along the rugged northeast coast.

Mykonos Blu

The Cycladic Icon

Mykonos Blu occupies one of Mykonos’ most coveted stretches of coastline: Psarou Beach. The architecture follows the traditional Cycladic dialect: whitewashed walls and shaded terraces with blue highlights and splashes of vibrant pink bougainvillaea, but interpreted with a distinctly elegant minimalism. The result is a resort that is bright and confident, bolstered by Grecotel’s unfalteringly warm hospitality, and elevated by a gasp-inducing Aegean frame almost always in view.While

Mykonos is well known for its nightlife, staying in one of Mykonos Blu’s villas offers a welcome retreat from the island’s livelier corners, ideal for a more serene escape whenever you need it.

One of our favourites is the Deep Blue Villa, a striking study in Cycladic luxury: whitewashed walls, refined furnishings, a private shaded heated swimming pool and an upper-floor outdoor hydro-massage bathtub. Elevated views from the second floor create a quietly romantic setting, perfect for watching boats drift just offshore.

Interiors are sleek with that signature Greek allure: smooth linens, modern art and plenty of natural light, allowing the landscape to effortlessly embellish the scene.

Gastronomy here feels distinctly Mykonian, yet globally inspired, with enthralling menus that move seamlessly from the Mediterranean to Asia. Intimate settings, considered pairings and a sense of occasion define each experience, all set against the striking Aegean panorama.

At the heart of it all, the BLU emblematic cave pool redefines poolside living, shifting effortlessly from sun-drenched serenity by day to a more atmospheric, alluring energy by night, always with those dazzling sea views.

The Mykonos Blu experience

When staying here, take a yacht to spend a day island-hopping between Mykonos, Rhenia and Naxos, via hidden coves and beaches serendipitously chanced upon along the route. The hotel’s setting close to Mykonos Town allows for immersive evenings, whether with a dinner reservation at a convivial Greek taverna, scented by spice and smoke, or a wander through the town’s narrow lanes, before returning to the luxuries of your villa.

Whether your dream Greek escape is a family holiday on sublime Crete, island-hopping adventures in the Cyclades, or a private villa in Corfu, your 360 Private Travel Designer will handle everything— from transfers to restaurant reservations, private yachts to unique activities.

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Lost In Blue: Three Iconic Greek Island Escapes by Grecotel

Amirandes