On a hillside searching to the pure blue Aegean Sea and beside the famed Psarou Seaside, is the boutique lodge Alissachni Mykonos. Providing all-suite lodging and peaceable, barefoot luxurious, the intimate adults-only retreat (ages 14 plus) is the proper {couples}’ hideaway.
Salt and Seaspray
The lodge’s identify – one which seems in Homer’s works of literature Odyssey and Heliad – loosely interprets because the ‘salt of the enjoyment of life’ and ‘seaspray’. Staying right here is certainly a pleasure and the ocean serves as an ever-present backdrop. Greek nationwide heritage and tradition is woven into the model’s philosophy and hospitality. Whether or not you’re stress-free, eating, consuming, or getting ready to sleep right here, the tranquil Aegean Sea stays an attractive point of interest.
The lodge is discovered within the far south of the island, barely to the west; Psarou seashore lies beneath, a ten-minute stroll right down to its palm-flanked golden sands. The constructing’s fashionable, natural-looking exterior showcases native Cycladic structure, crafted utilizing slabs of indigenous stone. Smooth wood decks are furnished with cozy gentle beige day beds and minimal white eating units, all pointing towards the coast.
Refined Lodging
Alissachni’s interiors have additionally been designed to mix into the setting, making use of pure, impartial hues, gentle wood furnishings, polished concrete, easy ambient lighting, and crisp cream colored bedding with gentle throws. There’s a delicate Scandi affect to the traces and an ethereal, open format. Whereas every of the small variety of suites has very barely completely different options, there’s a particular cohesion to the lodging.
Personal verandahs with a secluded really feel, sea views, complimentary toiletries and occasional machines come as commonplace, with some residences together with a non-public plunge pool, exterior day beds, a sizzling tub and a settee mattress. Candles, flowers, balloons, incense, rose petals, important oils and a bottle of Moet on ice, can all be added for a particular shock contact on arrival. As such, it makes for a magical honeymoon vacation spot.
Eating Beneath The Stars
The culinary provide at Alissachni blends Greek and Mediterranean flavours and cooking methods, utilizing the freshest, domestically sourced substances. Tables can be found on the sting of the terrace closest to the ocean (excellent for a romantic dinner a Deux), in addition to additional inside, nearer to the bar (splendid for these in search of a comfortable, vibrant atmosphere). The bar space gives an elegant spot to observe the solar go down and sip underneath the celebrities. Company can order elaborate cocktails, in addition to all kinds of spirits and wines, alongside cheese platters and chilly cuts. These wishing to dine out will discover a number of eating places and tavernas inside a two-mile radius of Alissachni.
In-Suite Companies
Company can e-book an in-suite pamper session, with massages (utilizing merchandise from Les Bains de Marrakesh) supplied within the privateness of your personal area, overlooking the ocean. Hair appointments, make up companies, manis and pedis are all on provide too. These wishing to remain energetic can request a one to 1 coaching session within the health space, pilates or yoga instruction, or might decide to work out alone on the out of doors fitness center (with a view, after all). Private coaching can be out there in your pool and the lodge pool — with temperatures averaging round 29 levels celsius in July (the most well liked month), this can be the good technique to hold match! Air-con, satellite tv for pc TV, a kettle, WiFi and bathrobes are supplied and pets are welcome to affix you in your keep, meals and water bowls are supplied.
Mykonos City
The lodge has a non-public driver for transfers to the city and past; Platis Gialos Seaside and Pinky Seaside are a brief drive away, and the island’s two ports are nicely price a go to. Or friends can e-book a rent automobile from the property’s 24 hour concierge — free parking is on the market outdoors the constructing. Benefitting from a cosmopolitan environment and a standard Greek island aesthetic, Mykonos’ whitewashed buildings typify the nation’s coastal architectural model, evoking carefree vacation vibes. Alissachni is 5km away from the centre — far sufficient to supply a way of serenity, but shut sufficient to entry the various facilities.
Exploring and Unwinding
By day, friends can take a wander to the centre alongside slender marble streets and admire the distinction of vibrant doorways, window frames and purple bougainvillaea bushes towards the brilliant white homes and hidden church buildings (do take your sun shades!). And after darkish, friends have the choice to take pleasure in a number of the city’s legendary nightlife. However it may be onerous to depart the calming, luxe life-style skilled inside the confines of Alissachni. And with employees readily available to fulfill your each want, it’s possible you’ll not need to stray too far for too lengthy.
