About Aelia Thalassa
Aelia Thalassa is a five-star hotel of 20 rooms and suites on the beachfront at Exo Gialos Karteradou, on Santorini's eastern coast near Karterados. The hotel's own site places it in front of Exo Gialos beach, a stretch of black volcanic pebbles and rock formations. The Hellenic Chamber of Hotels registers it as a hotel with 20 rooms and 49 beds.
Reception is open 24 hours. Wifi is free throughout, and services include a concierge, luggage storage, private parking for guests, daily housekeeping, laundry and ironing, a baby cot on request, and room service. In-room setups listed by the hotel include air conditioning, a safety deposit box, a mini refrigerator, coffee and tea with an espresso maker, flat-screen satellite TV, bathrobes, slippers, and a private bathroom. Spa and gym services are on site.
Rooms and suites
Room names and sizes come from the hotel's stay pages. The Junior Suite Garden View with Heated Jacuzzi is 45 sq m. The Honeymoon Suite Sea View with Heated Jet Pool is 50 sq m for two, with a king bed. The Deluxe Room is listed at 55 sq m for up to three adults and one child, with a king bed and a sea view.
Larger suites include the Family Suite Sea View with Heated Jacuzzi (65 sq m, king bed and two single sofa beds, up to four), the Grande Suite Sea View with Heated Jacuzzi (65 sq m, king and single), the Executive Suite Side Sea View with Heated Pool (75 sq m, king and single), and the Aelia Suite Sea View with Heated Jet Pool (80 sq m, king and two singles, up to four). The Royal Suite Sea View with Heated Jacuzzi is also offered. Several categories include a private heated jacuzzi, jet pool, or heated pool on the terrace.
Pool and breakfast
The hotel lists an infinity pool with cocktail service, plus spa and gym services with therapeutic massages available. Booking.com lists two swimming pools, a private beach area, a fitness center, a spa, a bar, and room service. Secondary listings put outdoor pool access at 11am to 8pm and note a children's pool. Free self parking is available on site.
Breakfast is served daily from 7:30am to 10:30am. Aelia restaurant serves traditional Greek recipes and modern Mediterranean dishes with local ingredients. Poolside dining and bar service are available, and there is a coffee shop or cafe on the property.
Location and getting around
Exo Gialos Karteradou sits on Santorini's eastern shore. The hotel's site puts the property about 3 km from Fira, about 3 km from Santorini Airport, and about 10 km from Athinios port, and describes it as in front of the sea. From the Greek hotel register coordinates (36.4207721, 25.4702148), OpenStreetMap driving routes put Fira about 3.9 km away, the airport about 3.1 km, Athinios about 10.7 km, and Oia about 15.2 km. Private parking is available for guests, and airport transfers can be arranged for a charge.
Good to know
Check-in is from 3pm to 11pm, and check-out is by 11am. Secondary listings say guests must be at least 18 to check in, and that credit or debit cards are accepted while cash is not. Rooms are listed as non-smoking. Confirm pet rules with the hotel before arrival.
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