Should it be me visiting the island for the first time, I would love to stay at Archipel Mansion. This was my very first impression the first time I saw the property. The view, the location, the décor, the outdoor areas - all near to perfect!

I love meeting and conversing with people from all over the world - and live by the saying that you learn something new every day!

Archipel Mansion is located to the northern highest point of Fira, in the most unspoiled part of the old town, known as Fraggomahalas. Just above the Mansion you will be impressed by the restored castle-house Goulas, one of the five medieval Casteli of Santorini, the only fully restored. By the edge of the cliff is located the Nomikos conference center, which houses a well known music festival that takes place each September. A few meters below you can visit Megaro Gyzi, a renovated family mansion of 17th century, converted to a cultural center owned by the Catholic Church. Of great importance is the Catholic Diocese complex, comprising the churches of St John the Baptist (mid-17th century) and the Rosaria Dominican Convent (built in 1825). If you find yourself at the time of Holy Mass you will feel –actually listen- the medieval origins of the Order, a tradition that continues to our days with the 14 nuns living permanently at the monastery. Nearby of great interest is one of the oldest mansions in Fira, The Vazegios mansion with Venetian architectural influences.