Contessina Suites & Spa

Ask quietly at reception about the “Noble moments”—a series of off-menu, ultra-personalised surprises that might include a private wine tasting in the cellar or a twilight serenade by a local choir under the olive trees. Not listed. Never repeated the same way twice.

From the moment we arrived at Contessina Suites & Spa, there was a quiet, effortless elegance in the air—cool towels, a flute of local sparkling wine, and a calm hush broken only by the rustle of olive trees. Our suite? A minimalist sanctuary with warm tones, crisp linens, and a private plunge pool perfect for morning dips and midnight swims.

We started each day with a slow breakfast on the terrace—fresh figs, Zante honey, impossibly creamy yogurt—before strolling barefoot to Tsilivi Beach just minutes away. Afternoons were reserved for the Kamara Spa, tucked underground like a secret sanctuary. The olive oil massage inside the softly lit cave pool was a dreamy blur.

Dinner at Noble was a standout: rooftop views, grilled sea bream, and an unexpected wine pairing that made us fall in love with local varietals. And then, a surprise—one evening we were invited to a candlelit tasting in the hidden cellar, with a sommelier who told stories as easily as he poured.

When check-out came too soon, we left not just rested, but restored—hearts light, shoulders loosened, and already plotting a return. This isn’t just a hotel stay; it’s a gentle, grown-up immersion in island soul.