First time in santorini and stayed 3nights here. George was very helpful to brief us about the island. We stayed in Room 15 which was down down down the many steps. George was kind enuff to help us with the luggages down ^_^ The caldera view was fantastic and facing the south Aegean sea. We are able to view sunset... More

We just returned from our fifth stay at Villa Ilias. George and Pauline do not just run the hotel, they are now our dear friends. If you are looking for the Ritz, stay somewhere else. We could afford to stay at any hotel in Santorini but keep coming back to the Villa Ilias because people and friendships are the most... More

It's our first time to Santorini and we stayed at Room 2 (Superior room with caldera view). The caldera view is through a window and the balcony gives you a good view of Firostefani and Fira towards the south of the island. PROS Pauline and George were absolutely great hosts and we enjoyed our stay at Villa Ilias very much!... More

This small hotel is located on a prime spot in Firostefani with amazing views of the caldera. Obviously its facilities and rooms cannot be compared with with 4 and 5 star establishments. This is a small, family run hotel, build on the slopes of Fira. Saying this, the rooms are rather small and not overly "fancy", but the value comes... More

At fist glance, Villa Illias looks like your average Greek island hotel from the outside. I must admit I was very tentative when our taxi driver pulled up to the back entrance. But Villa Illias is really something else. If you can brave the two flights of steep stairs, request the private room at the top of the hotel. It... More

Villa Ilias was great from the word go. As soon as we started chatting with them about availability and making a reservation they were extremely helpful and just lovely people to deal with. That sort of service carried on during our week stay at Villa Ilias which was last July. The room was cute and all we needed (we went... More

We stayed at the villa in September and had a great R&R 3 days. The owners George & Pauline&staff Tracy were very obliging to all queries and organizing extra requests. Firstly, the location is wonderful, pleasant walking distance to the main town of Fira and great eateries on the way, like Simos Tavern (recomm by George). We had balcony view... More

Our first impression - wow - what a view !! We spent hours on the balcony with a drink in hand watching the cruise ships below us. The room was comfortableand clean, if a little cramped. But who cares - look out the window ! George and Pauline were the perfect hosts and made us feel most welcome.

My family of 4 (kids 9&12) had a great time in Santorini and Villa Ilias. We spent 4 nights at the end of Oct and it was the perfect way to unwind prior to heading back home from our lengthy holidays. Pauline and George are the most accommodating, helpful and friendly hosts, as were their gorgeous cats (say hi to... More