[2025 Santorini Hotels] Travel Guide for Ducato di Oia (Updated Jul)

Visiting Greece in January to avoid the peak season! While summer is the peak season for Greece 🇬🇷, the recent European summers have become unbearably hot 🫠 and overcrowded, making it difficult to take good photos. So, I decided to visit during the off-season! It was the perfect choice—less crowded, warm even in winter, and overall a great experience! Although off-season travel can be challenging if the weather is bad, Greece in winter is often sunny ☀️, so the weather wasn’t an issue. One unexpected perk of the off-season was the abundance of cats 🐈⬛🐈! You encounter cats every few steps, and there are more cat encounters than human ones! 😂 Hotels are also cheaper during the off-season! In Athens and Santorini, you can stay at 4-star or 5-star hotels for around 10,000 yen per person. I stayed at the Grecotel Pallas Athena in Athens, which had stylish rooms. I spent two nights there before heading to Santorini, stayed two nights in Santorini, and then returned to Athens for one more night. Leaving your suitcase at the Athens hotel and traveling light to Santorini is highly recommended! Note that some hotels in Athens don’t offer luggage storage, so make sure to confirm this in advance. Breakfast was buffet-style, and I couldn’t resist eating a lot because it was so delicious! On the morning of the Santorini trip, we left early, so we requested breakfast boxes in advance, which the hotel prepared for us. To get to Santorini, you can usually choose between a ferry 🚢 or a flight ✈️, but ferries don’t operate during the off-season, so flying is the only option. Booking your flight early is recommended. Transportation from the airport to the hotel is limited during the off-season, so it’s best to book a taxi 🚕 in advance. We booked ours just a few days before arrival. In Santorini, we stayed at Ducato di Oia, a cave-style hotel often chosen for honeymoons. Some rooms come with heated pools or terraces, offering a variety of options. The atmosphere was absolutely amazing, and I highly recommend it! The only downside of traveling during the off-season is that many restaurants are closed. In the area we stayed on the island, only three restaurants were open. 😂 Despite this, I highly recommend visiting Greece during the off-season—it’s an incredible experience!

I've always dreamed of visiting Santorini Island in Greece 🇬🇷! Recently, the summer peak season has been so crowded and hot that it's been tough to visit... 🥹 So I thought, what if I go during the off-season...? After doing some research and going, it was just perfect! The flights are cheap, and with hardly any people around, you get to have the beautiful scenery all to yourself! You can fully enjoy the stunning views and take as many photos as you want 🥰 You can also play with the friendly cats 🐈⬛🐈 as much as you like! You can stay in luxurious hotels at reasonable prices! Enjoying a chill time on the hotel terrace with a glass of wine 🍷 while waiting for the sunset! It was the ultimate relaxing trip ☺️

Nestled in the heart of Oía, Santorini, the Ducato di Oia offers a slice of paradise with a private pool and breathtaking views that await every guest. 🏊‍♂️🌅 Ducato di Oia, Oía, Santorini, 84702, Greece - this gem might play a bit hard to get with its tucked-away charm, but once you find it, you're in for a treat. Wake up to the awe-inspiring sunrise, or take a short stroll to the perfect spot for that iconic Santorini sunset. 🌄 The service is top-notch, with front desk assistance ready to book your transfers and a porter service to handle your luggage. The rooms strike the perfect balance between cozy and clean, with breakfast variety delivered right to your door. 🛏️🥐 While some find the maze of stone steps a challenge, the journey is part of the adventure. And although the pool isn't heated, the view from your room more than makes up for it. Just a heads up, check the batteries on those starry night illuminations and the AC remote for a seamless stay. ✨❄️ #Santorini #SantoriniHotel #SantoriniTravel