Santorini is home to Olive Cave Houses. Castle of Oia and Ancient Thira are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Santorini Caldera and Kamari Beach. Lost Atlantis Experience Museum and Tramonto ad Oia are also worth visiting. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Santorini travel guide
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Olive Cave Houses
This holiday home features a rooftop terrace, laundry facilities and a garden. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. All 3 soundproofed homes feature free WiFi and private yards. Kitchenettes with fridges and stovetops are standard, and guests will also find LCD TVs with satellite channels and furnished balconies or patios. Housekeeping is available on request.
Olive Cave Houses offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas and includes desks. Kitchenettes offer fridges, stovetops, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Additionally, rooms include a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and in-room massages can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Designated smoking areas
Services and conveniences
Daily housekeeping
Guidebooks
Iron/ironing board
Restaurant dining guides
Safe
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
3 units
Bicycle rentals
Garden
Housekeeping (on request)
Soundproofing
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 3:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Host will greet you
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.50 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Property is also known as
Olive Cave Houses Santorini
Olive Cave Houses Private vacation home
Olive Cave Houses Private vacation home Santorini
Frequently asked questions
Is Olive Cave Houses pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Olive Cave Houses?
Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Olive Cave Houses?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Olive Cave Houses?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Olive Cave Houses located?
Situated in Santorini, this holiday home is steps away from Dominican Convent and Santorini Caldera. Catholic Cathedral and Wall Paintings of Thira Exhibition are just steps away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Olive Cave Houses Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
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8.0
Location
8.2
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9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 28 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 28 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Casey
26 Jun 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was a great stay in a great location!
Casey
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marjorie
24 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Wonderful stay. Very helpful host and amazing views.
Marjorie
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Deana
28 Apr 2024
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Such a wonderful stay! The host was very helpful and excellent communication. The accommodation was exceptional and very comfortable for a couple or 2-3 persons. The rooftop lounge and hot tub is a bonus with beautiful views over Fira. Highly recommended
Deana
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
k
7 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location, great host, would definitely stay again!
k
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Annelis
30 Jul 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful place, very nice and clean.
Annelis
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
4/10 Poor
james
24 Aug 2017
Disliked: Staff & service
Hmmm...they are nice apartments no doubt but a bit pricey in my view.If everything worked then we would have had a better experience however we had no wifi for nearly all the stay despite reporting it on the first day(not good with 2 teenage kids).The water packed up on the last night so we were unable to wash etc on last day-it was reported but no-one came so we travelled home a bit unclean ! its only fair to say we got a late checkout on the last day but a dry one...
james
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017
10/10 Excellent
Carmelo
17 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, room comfort, communication
Nuestra estadía en Olive Cave fue muy buena …la comunicación era siempre rápida ,nos ofreció un trasporte al aeropuerto muy bueno , puntual , a muy pocos metros del apartamento empieza la zona peatonal de Fira y de ahí unos 5 a 10 min a la zona más importante del centro , pudimos dejar las maletas ahí en el check out sin problema , alquilamos un auto que me parece la mejor opción y teníamos parking a pocos metros de la propiedad y sin problemas , lastimosamente nuestro tiempo de 3 noches en Santorini resultó corto para lo que teníamos para disfrutar
Volveremos !!
Carmelo
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
16 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Authentic cave house with excellent host
Perched on a hilltop, this cave house was previously the Fira town bakery and the original oven has been preserved as a feature. Location is just steps away from the old Fira town (which is a haven for dining and shopping), Firostefani and Imerovigli. Enjoyed spectacular views of the caldera at sunset from the private rooftop hot tub. Charming decor, comfortable beds, thoughtful personal touches throughout and a complimentary bottle of wine on arrival. Kitchenette had all the essentials- coffee machine, stove, kettle, no microwave. Amalya was one of the best hosts we’ve encountered so far, always smiling and happy with recommendations on literally everything. She went out of her way to arrange our car rental, make dinner reservations and book the Greek wedding show and was able to secure the best tables at both. She made sure she was there to welcome us and say goodbye. We could not fault Mikaela’s cleaning as everything was spotless. Whilst the climb up the driveway to the cave houses is a little steep it is well worth the effort. We would love to return someday.
I unfortunately had a very bad experience at this property. It was mostly due to the property manager who was not very keen to do his job. The place does not have a reception nor ability to contact someone if needed. Communicating with anyone at this property extremely difficult. So if you need any help, you are on your own....Only interaction I had with the property manager was a very unpleasant experience....
My only advice to any potential future customers is to think twice very carefully before booking this place. I travel around the world quite frequently and use Expedia regularly. You will not see me doing too many reviews as mostly I get what I expected, hence no comments. For this property I wanted to make an exception... good luck!!
The location is beautiful, which gives you an entire view of the caldera.
The rooms are nicely done giving you the feeling of a traditional Greek style home.
Big spacious room and can easily accommodate big families. Well equipped with a smart TV, and good internet connection.
Some few basic necessities are there like toaster, hob, vessels to cook in, hit kettle, cutlery, sugar,coffee, tea, salt pepper, a fridge.
A few things that need to be looked into.
1. There is no reception, and hence you are not sure if u will get any staff to help you at any odd time.
2. The climb to the hotel is a bit steep, hence be aware and prepared with the amount of baggage you carry, cause likely you won't find staff and hence no help
3. There is no room service, or reception, its all about self service. So be prepared to do things on your own, including lighting up the common area, or making your drinks and food or just chilling.
4. Housekeeping is apparently done only 1 in 2 days. So keep the room tidy.
5. There is a terrace and hot tubs, but it's all about self service. No getting pampered with a drinks or food menu or anyone even getting anything to up there or in the tub.
All in all 2.5 out of 5 stars
We just left after staying here on our honeymoon. Christos the owner was very nice, he greeted us on arrival and gave us lots of good recommendations and was all around very accommodating. We asked him to book an ATV for us one evening and it was there for us in the morning at a price cheaper than listed. The room was beautiful and the bed very comfortable. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Beautiful room, as pictured. Kristos met us and allowed us to check in early (we arrived around 11am). The room was gorgeous, the roof top deck was nice, coffee and water were ready and provided. I had read some reviews that this hotel was further from the center of town, but I actually loved the location. It’s kind of in the middle between Fira and Firastefani. Firastefani is much calmer with less tourists (hint: it’s also where you canget the postcard shots of the church with three bells and the boat on a rooftop). Either direction from the hotel, a short 7-8 minute walk gets you to either town. It was also convenient to walk to Fira to catch the local bus to Oia for a day.
Awesome room! Situated not far from all the good stuffs, but far enough so that we are not bothered by the noise of party goers!
WiFi is good. TV is pretty much Greek TV. So unless you know Greek, better to use the Internet to watch your shows!
Santorini is humid. So I advise any renters to make sure the dehumidifier machines are always working! There is one in the main room and the bedroom. Keep the power going and make sure twice per day to empty out the water inside. This will make the house very comfortable.
The sofa is a pull-out bed. We did not use it like that but it can be a useful addition when you have friends over!
Overall, my wife and I were very happy with this house! Recommended!
20mins walk to Fira town , close to the church of st.john .
The host Vera is very nice and helping us wz the transfer no matter from airport and to the port. Enjoy the jacuzzi time at night after a long day walk . Need to walk a bit uphill to the house , but wz quite environment
Walking distance into town, but at the top of the hill! The views from this house were amazing and the rooftop terrace was lovely. The house was clean and nice, and host was very responsive.
We loved our stay here. The location is perfect for easily walking to Fira. Turn left and you can get to Fira in 5 minutes. Turn right and you can hike all the way to Oia if you'd like [we actually did]. The place was very nice and cleaned daily. We had access to the deck with our own hot tub and view. Amalia was there to greet us, give us tips for our stay, and recommend contacts for a boating excursion. We loved it. Highly recommend! Thank you Amalia!
Absolutely lovely. Charming decor in the rooms, maid service, and excellent location just minutes away from all the shops and restaurants. Especially liked the jacuzzi and patio on the roof with amazing views of the caldera!
Nice place to stay in Fira. The Gold room has accupancy for 6 and the management is very strict about it and won't allow extra Pearson so if suddenly one of your friends decided to join you there it willl cause issue. Even for 6 person the place is a little small and the sofa bed in the living room is too smalll for two person to sleep on. It's a perfect place for 5 people and since it used to be the bakery for the area it adds some charm to it.
Olive Cave House Silver is a beautifully furnished house in a private location between Fira and Firostefani. The rooms are clean, comfortable and elegant. There is a spacious terrace with privacy and amazing views of Fira and a partial caldera view. The housekeeping service is excellent. Amalia is a wonderful host, who is genuine and always willing to help. I would highly recommend this house for your stay in Santorini!