Estelle Bailey-Babenzien

Belvedere Hotel

  • Where:
  • Why:Summer holidays.
  • When:July 2014
  • Who:The Hubby and I and another couple.
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Belvedere Hotel The pool area transforms into a lounge by night.

The pool area transforms into a lounge by night.

Belvedere Hotel Aloe, cactus and palm gardens surround the grounds.

Aloe, cactus and palm gardens surround the grounds.

Belvedere Hotel Very comfy bed - left it messy to add interest to the minimalist style, clean lines & pure white…but they always made it straight again!

Very comfy bed - left it messy to add interest to the minimalist style, clean lines & pure white…but they always made it straight again!

Belvedere Hotel The living area to our room with a second patio.

The living area to our room with a second patio.

Belvedere Hotel Looking in from the second patio...beautiful mahogany wood panels act as sliding door to the closets.

Looking in from the second patio...beautiful mahogany wood panels act as sliding door to the closets.

Belvedere Hotel Classic Greek breakfast poolside - berries, yogurt and honey.

Classic Greek breakfast poolside - berries, yogurt and honey.

Belvedere Hotel The restaurant is super relaxed during the day.

The restaurant is super relaxed during the day.

Belvedere Hotel View of the pool from an upper-level lounging area.

View of the pool from an upper-level lounging area.

Belvedere Hotel View from the hotel, looking out over the town to the old port.

View from the hotel, looking out over the town to the old port.

Belvedere Hotel The dude right here is the music maestro - he DJs great tunes nightly…and he sells his mixes!

The dude right here is the music maestro - he DJs great tunes nightly…and he sells his mixes!

Belvedere Hotel A view from the sushi bar, one of the garden nook eating areas.

A view from the sushi bar, one of the garden nook eating areas.

Belvedere Hotel Driveway entrance and pathways to this hidden gem.

Driveway entrance and pathways to this hidden gem.

Highs & Lows

  • Location! A sweet garden oasis on the hilltop! Walk through the side door to enter winding pathways leading to all the island action. No need to drink & drive….and taxis are scarce.

  • The intimate pool area & sun beds transform into a stunning, beautifully lit, multi-level cocktail lounge, bar & restaurant scene at dusk. A fun hot spot.

  • The FOOD! Delicious offerings at all times from both restaurants.

  • Helpful service. They have a well curated app to help you discover which of the many beaches or restaurants are best for you. They also offer beach towels & rides if taxis aren’t available.

  • All rooms have balconies, but not all rooms have vista views…

  • The elegant and minimalist design in the rooms could use a little more character for my taste.

The Barometer

  • Design

  • Website

  • Environmental Consciousness

  • Night's Sleep

  • Service

  • Amenities

  • Takeable Treats

  • Refer a Friend

  • Overall Value

  • Life Changing

Total: 44/50

Important Bits

  • Type

    Luxury boutique hotel.

  • Vibe

    Understated days and vibrant nights of private luxury in the heart of where it’s all happening.

  • Location

    Perfectly located at the top of town, overlooking white washed cyclade homes and the Aegean Sea.

  • Rooms

    35 rooms, 8 suites and a few villas off property.

  • Music

    The music by the pool & bar is a perfectly chill beach vibe. At night it becomes more upbeat with a mix of classics, remixes and cool alternative music that you want to dance too.

  • Year Opened

    1996

  • Designed By

    A recent major renovation was undertaken by US architect David Rockwell Group.

  • Health & Wellness

    Yes, both.

  • Restaurant

    Two incredible restaurants surround the beautiful pool area - Matsuhisa Mykonos, incredible Japanese by the infamous Nobu Matsuhisa and The Belvedere Club, modern & classic mediterranean cuisine.

  • Bar

    YES - a jetset meet up spot. Amazing cocktails!

  • Minibar

    Yes and well stocked.

  • Children

    Could do…but nothing here is dedicated to kids.

  • Price

    A high price for exclusivity.

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Belvedere Hotel

Belvedere Hotel

Agiou Ioannou, School of Fine Arts District, Mikonos 846 00, Greece

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