Pension The Flower is in Oia, the village at the northern tip of Santorini, above the caldera. Oia is known for its white houses, paved narrow streets, chapels with blue domes and, above all, its sunset, which draws crowds to the village’s viewpoints every evening. The guest house is on Finikia Road and has its own garden.
In Oia, you will find the Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary and the Naval Maritime Museum, which tells the story of the island’s seafaring history. Below the village lies Ammoudi Bay, with fish tavernas beside the water. Katharos Beach is 1.8 km from the guest house, and Baxedes Beach is also nearby. Fira, with its museums and shops, is 6 km away, and Santorini Airport is 9 km away. A car or scooter is useful for getting around the island, and the guest house has free private parking.
The best time for swimming and walks is from May to October. In July and August, the meltemi often blows and the village fills with visitors, while in September the sea remains warm. For sunset, go early to find a spot at the castle or in the narrow streets, and save the mornings for Oia’s quiet roads. If you fancy a walk, try the path that follows the caldera from Oia to Fira.