Secret Gem Suites

Location

Nothing

A truly magical stay, made even more special by the incredibly attentive and welcoming staff, always available and ready to make you feel completely at home. The location is simply breathtaking — like a beautiful postcard that stays in your memory long after you leave. An unforgettable experience that I would happily repeat.

Property was excellent, very clean.

Location. Breakfast ok

We enjoyed our stay overall. The location is fantastic—Ammoudi Bay is peaceful, picturesque, and a great escape from the crowds in Oia. The walk up to Oia isn’t nearly as bad as many people make it out to be, and it’s well worth it for the views. One of the highlights was taking the ferry to Thirasia for just €1 each way, which is an absolute bargain and definitely worth the visit. Breakfast was very good. It was continental, but there was a nice variation each day, which kept it interesting. The only downside was that the delivery time varied, so you needed to be flexible depending on when it arrived. Unfortunately, the accommodation itself could do with some TLC. One of the key features the hot tub wasn’t working, the pillows had mould stains, the décor felt dated and a little odd, and the shower drain was broken. Another inconvenience was the lack of power sockets on either side of the bed, which is something most guests would expect nowadays for charging phones and other devices. The outside areas also look quite shabby and poorly maintained, with broken and worn-out furniture that takes away from the overall experience and doesn’t reflect the photos or expectations. Given that Ammoudi is a fair distance from the centre of Oia, it would also have been helpful if a parking permit had been provided, as parking nearby is limited. A complimentary bottle of water on arrival would have been a thoughtful touch too, especially since there are no shops in Ammoudi. Overall, we had a good stay thanks to the incredible location, peaceful atmosphere, and good breakfast. However, the accommodation itself doesn’t quite match the setting and would benefit from some maintenance, updated facilities, and greater attention to detail to bring it up to the standard that such a beautiful location deserves.