At Thira's Dolphin, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Athinios Port and Santorini Caldera. After splashing around at the outdoor pool, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a poolside bar, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace.
Languages
English, Greek, Italian
At a glance
Hotel size
13 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the ferry terminal and airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
No onsite parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM*
Ferry terminal shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1991
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
An outdoor pool
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
24-inch LED TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Balcony or patio
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Also known as
Thira's Dolphin
Thira's Dolphin Hotel
Thira's Dolphin Hotel Santorini
Thira's Dolphin Santorini
Thira's Dolphin Hotel
Thira's Dolphin Santorini
Thira's Dolphin Hotel Santorini
Frequently asked questions
Does Thira's Dolphin offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Thira's Dolphin does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Thira's Dolphin?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Thira's Dolphin?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Thira's Dolphin?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Thira's Dolphin.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Thira's Dolphin?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Thira's Dolphin?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Thira's Dolphin and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, scuba diving, and water skiing. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a garden.
Does Thira's Dolphin have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a balcony or patio.
What's the area around Thira's Dolphin like?
Thira's Dolphin is a short 5-minute walk from Santorini Caldera and 12 minutes' walk from Caldera Beach.
Have a question?
Beta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
8 Aug 2023
Perfect
Lovely quiet location, Akrotiri is a fantastic place to stay!
Hotel is family owned and run!
Nothing is too much trouble for them
We loved every moment of our stay, and hope to return soon!
Ryan
Ryan, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
3 Aug 2023
Maria
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 Jun 2023
Great location in Akrotiri, this property is equipped with a swimming pool. The room was very spacious and clean with a nice terrace overlooking the Caldera. The staff is super and very helpful to suggest the best option to enjoy the Island.
Salvatore
Salvatore, 9-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 Oct 2022
Beautiful view from the pool area. Staff was friendly and helpful.
sabine
sabine, 11-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 Aug 2022
Brittany
Brittany, 7-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 Jul 2022
Very friendly staff, excellent view, spacious room, and all around good vibes. This hotel is excellent for those who want to stay away from the huslte and bustle and wants to recharge in a quiet and beautiful environment.
Norbert
Norbert, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2022
Great place
Amazing views up the hill
Nice pool
Hosts excellent catered for all our needs
Even drove us to a resturant
Highly recommend
But be aware it is up the hill from the center and only breakfast served no lunch or dinner
Ian
Ian, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jun 2022
Kathleen
Kathleen, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
18 Jun 2022
Everything we expected - great base for activities around Santorini
Matthew
Matthew, 7-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Aug 2021
Had a fabulous and memorable time at my stay. Adonis and family were very friendly and accommodating. Located centrally to a cute village with great restaurants and cafe. You will feel like a local walking the streets during the day.
Michaele Helen
Michaele Helen, 8-night romance trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
5 Aug 2021
Nice hotel but nothing special
Nice pool, nice location, room very basic but convenient. Very relaxing part of island but staff was not so friendly and lot of noise from neighbooring room
Doesnt provide any breakfast
Yannick
Yannick, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 Sep 2019
The property was clean, spacious, and close to restaurants, mini market, and local bus stop. The views from the property and nearby, are beautiful. The neighborhood was nice and quiet. The property owners and staff are very attentive, kind, professional and very helpful. They also offer a great breakfast to all guests!
Sheila
Sheila, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
13 Sep 2019
The property is very quiet, quaint. Beautiful view, perfect location, very welcoming, helpful staff. Definitely would recommend.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Orbitz guest review
8/10 Very good
28 Aug 2019
The property was too far fir all the attractions other than that it was ok
Verified traveller
10-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 Aug 2019
Great hotel and service
Hotel is located in Akrotiri, a quiet village in Santorini, easy to get around by bus or car. The hosts were wonderful and made sure that we had everything we needed to make our stay perfect. Room was large which was nice for my family of 4. Would definitely stay here again when we return to Santorini.
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2019
The hotel is located in the small village Akrotiri, very quiet and calm. The main tourist attractions are a short drive away (the red beach is even a walking distance for the experienced hikers), only Oia is a bit far (40 minutes drive).
The staff is very friendly and helpful. The room was clean and tidy, there's a small refrigirator which is a plus. The hotel is accesible by car (not all the village is accesible, there's one "main" road)
We had a great stay.
The only minor issue we encountered was occasional loss of Wi-Fi signal which didn't really have any effect on our overall exprience
Highly recommended for those who seek peace and quiet over proximity to the touristic "center"
Verified traveller
3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 Jul 2019
Excellent stay. No free shuttle as advertised.
We had a fabulous time at Thira's Dolphin. The host couple are very sweet and friendly. The breakfast was fabulous, and the pool was a wonderful treat. The hotel is located in an old town so you really feel like you get a culture experience. There are a few nice restaurants and a supermarket a short walk away. The area itself is quite hilly. There is a decent bus service to get to Oia which was quite affordable and easy to use (however service is more sparse in the evening after the Oia sunset). Close(ish) to the hotel is an ancient town of Akrotiri which is definitely worth a visit, and close by is one of the beaches. We walked it and were glad we did, but the hill back was horrible.
Another issue was on our booking it says there is a free shuttle from the ferry port. Well this is NOT the case, and it was a very expensive taxi or shuttle instead. We did discover later that the local bus goes there too, but without the knowledge it would be difficult to navigate.
Overall we absolutely loved our stay.
Alexander
Alexander, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 Jun 2019
The family that runs this property is very keen to help the guests in any way, provided a map and bus timetable at arrival to help us get around the island as we didn’t plan to get a car.
Lovely variety of breakfast options to set you up for the rest of the day.
They are always smiling, welcoming warm and calm.
Village shops are one minute away and Portobello restaurant was our favourite for quality and service with a smile. Even the cleaning lady at the property always said her good morning with a smile!
If you want to escape the crazy prices of Thira and Oia this location is perfect. We just loved it and left a tip.
Linda
Linda, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
23 Jun 2019
Verified traveller
2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun 2019
Verified traveller
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
17 Jun 2019
Quiet, clean, away from the mass of tourists, close to where locals live, and beautiful view.
Verified traveller
5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jun 2019
I liked the quiet location and that the entire island was easily accessible from there. Clean towels were provided daily, breakfast was plentiful and the owners were very friendly. They went beyond what was required of them and helped eliminate the stress of getting around and departure time. There was four of us and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thanks Dominica!
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
14 Jun 2019
Gorgeous venue, clean rooms, lovely pool and very friendly and helpful staff