ZANNOS MELATHRON HOTEL

A 19th century mansion built by Michael Zannos, a master of the time, and an adjoining renaissance villa built in 1750, both landmarks of Santorini, have been renovated and converted into the luxurious Zannos Melathron Hotel.

Zannos Melathron is situated on the highest level of the picturesque settlement of Pyrgos, 6 kilometers from Fira and right at the entrance of its medieval castle, enjoying the breathtaking view of the entire Island and the Caldera.

A wonderful maze of alleys and small courtyards will welcome you at the Zannos Melathron Hotel and be prepared for a very warm welcome.

Seven one-bedroom and three two-bedroom suites, all decorated and equipped with designer furniture, fabrics, linens, china and silver, wait to spoil you. Each suite has been decorated according to a theme, decor is an eclectic mix furnished with antiques.

Living room, writing desk, mini bar with refrigerator and wine cellar as well as private bathroom with hair dryer and bathrobes, not to mention all V.I.P. amenities such as satellite television, C.D. player, radio, direct dial telephone (ISDN), fax, Internet access, e-mail, voice-mail and safe box, are all available.

At the reception desk of the Zannos Melathron, which operates on a 24-hour basis, the experienced personnel will be offering you an integrated service, while bell-boy service, 24-hour room service, daily laundry, ironing service and valet service will be at your disposal. Massage sessions are also available by appointment.

Apart from the private suites, the Zannos Melathron hotel also consists of the lobby salon, the living room, the old dining room, the "Zannos" a la carte open-air restaurant, the "Terrace" bar-restaurant, the Wine Bar and the Cigar Lounge, which are all elegant and eclectic lounges filled with exceptional antiques and modern artworks of high aesthetics.

In addition, these lounges can be modulated in order to serve conferences, private parties and cultural events, according to the desires of the guests.

On a lower patio of the 1750 villa you will find a unique pool that is carved in the stone offering a natural luxury. Find your place in the sun and enjoy a slice of heaven, along with breathtaking views. Then pour yourself a glass of wine and watch the sun go down.

The special pool service, apart from providing you with deck chairs and umbrellas, will also serve you cooling drinks, fresh juices and exotic cocktails, from 08:00 to 20:00.

At the Zannos Melathron, food and wine are considered to be a ritual that must be treated with absolute respect. The multi fare breakfast, offered between 08:00 and 11:00, can be served either at the lounge - veranda or in your suite.

The delicatessen Lounge Menu, offered between 13:00 and 23:00, is comprised of a selection of international delicacies that can be served at the place of your preference.

La Petite Carte is a small selection of dishes available from 17:00 to 19:30, while the Night Menu is another selection of snacks, drinks and coffees that is served from 23:00 to 08:00.

In addition, in the old dining room of the mansion, private, candle light dinners, for 2 to 6 persons can be organized upon request.

In the Zannos' cava you will find a full selection of the world's most famous wine and the finest wines from Greece, including a special Zannos Santorini wine from the Zannos vineyards. Try not to miss the ceremonial Wine Tasting in the medieval Wine Bar of our hotel, which is an opportunity to taste 8 different Santorinian and Greek wines.

Afterwards, you may continue this indulgence by tasting the selection of Russian Caviar and Cigars Menu in the Cigar Lounge..