One & Only Aesthesis sits right by the sea in Glyfada, inside a protected pine grove, with private beach areas and pools and it is still only around a half hour drive from Athens. In terms of stay, there is a good mix of rooms, suites, bungalows, villas and private homes, so it works whether someone wants something simple and elegant or much more private. It is also well placed for more coastal sightseeing, with Vouliagmeni, Voula and Varkiza nearby.
When it comes to food, Manko Athens is the livelier option, with Peruvian food, cocktails and a beach club feel that suits anything from a long lunch to a late dinner. ORA by Ettore Botrini is more relaxed and more focused on Mediterranean cuisine. For drinks, Alelia is the one for herb led Mediterranean cocktails under the olive trees, while Minima is better if you just want something cold and easy by the pool.
The Guerlain Spa is a big part of the experience too. As the first Guerlain Spa in Greece, it offers personalized treatments and wellness programmes. The wider wellness offering also includes a glamour studio, the Bastien Gonzalez Pedi:Mani:Cure Studio, a fitness centre and activities such as tennis, padel, yoga and Pilates.