Nobu Hotel, Santorini, Greece

It may not have the best location for accessing the rest of the island, but this is countered by the wonderful feeling of seclusion and the breathtaking views.

Outside the village of Imerovigli, there's a walking trail outside the hotel that goes between Oia to Fira.
By plane: flights from London or Manchester to Thira take around 4 hours. It's a 15 minute drive from the airport. Free on-site parking. skyscanner.net

Mostly couples and groups of friends stay here, and Americans comprise about 65 percent of bookings. The predominantly white design throughout is ultra-minimalist and sleek.

The food at the restaurant is outstanding (although mouth-wateringly expensive too).

• Restaurant
• Bar
• Terrace
• Swimming pool
• Fitness centre
• Pet-friendly
• Free parking
• Free Wi-Fi

Rooms are in typical Cycladic style, white with lots of curves. Aozora has a big comfy bed, seating area, a huge smart TV and balcony overlooking the pools and the sea. The shower rooms are a sleek glossy white, too. Everything in the rooms is best quality and top notch, from the swanky Fellow kettle to the earthy rugs and original artworks.

Aozora, Mizu, Zen, Zen Two-Bedroom, Miyabi, Umi, Yuhi, Nobu Suites; Villa
Facilities include: ensuite bathroom with toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, tea and coffee facilities, TV, free Wi-Fi

Breakfast on the terrace is a lovely, relaxed affair. You can supplement the spread of pastries, cold cuts, salmon, cheese, fruit and yoghurt with eggs various ways or a full English breakfast. The rock shrimp tempura with creamy spicy sauce wass delicious, and we've never tasted fish like the black cod miso, packed with exotic flavours.

Nobu: iconic restaurant, Peruvian-Japanese fusion cuisine. Classic dishes include Black Cod Den Miso and Yellowtail Jalapeño. All-day dining, open daily.