SANTA MARINA, A LUXURY COLLECTION RESORT

The exclusive sandy beach is home to the world’s first-ever Buddha-Bar Beach serving excellent Greek and Mediterranean fusion cuisine and cocktails. Relax under one of the cabanas before taking a dip in the crystal-clear shallow waters. There are two infinity-edge pools to choose from - the lounge-styled adults-only Oasis Pool and family pool. Dining at Santa Marina is a true delight, the pool restaurant serves all day dining, Buddha-Bar Beach showcases Asian cuisine and catch of the day at its seafront location. The Oasis Pool & Lounge is relaxed poolside chic just for adults with cocktails and light-bites all day. Social House Mykonos opening in 2021 is Jason Atherton’s first foray onto Mykonos, serving sharing plates, fresh seafood and grilled meats with colourful salads. Santa Marina Beach Bar is open all day for that quick ice-cream or cocktail. The Ginkgo Spa with its five treatment rooms, couple’s suite and sauna offers the only traditional Hammam on Mykonos.

Suitable for:

• Honeymooners
• Couples
• Families with older children

Things to do at the property:

• Lounge by the Oasis pool
• Bury your feet in the golden sand at the protected private cove
• Soothe tired limbs in the Ginkgo Spa
• Spend the evening listening to the sounds of the DJs at Buddha-Bar
• Browse the beachwear at the Reef Boutique
• Play a game on the tennis court
• Take to the waters in one of the speed boats

Things to do nearby:

• Explore the bougainvillea-filled, narrow cobbled streets of Chora – Mykonos Town
• Wander waterside in Little Venice and meet the resident pelicans
• Visit the Church of Panagia Paraportiani to admire its unusual architecture
• Head to the Armenistis Lighthouse to view the sunset on the north-western coast
• Visit the Archaeological Museum filled with Hellenic treasures
• Head to Scorpios or Ftelia beach clubs to while the day away
• Take a boat trip to Delos, the island birthplace of Apollo, to visit the complete ancient town
• Visit the inland town of Ano Mera and explore the Panagia Tourliani Monastery with its painted icons and Florentine altar