"If I could give Sandblu more than five stars, I would. Our family of six spent a week here, and from the moment we booked until the day we left, every detail exceeded our expectations.
The experience began before we even arrived. The team was incredibly responsive by email and handled all of our dinner reservations, making planning effortless. They also arranged an unforgettable catamaran excursion, which I highly recommend, along with transportation and any other activities we wanted. There is so much to enjoy right on the property, including a wonderful kids club, wine tastings, an incredible spa where I had one of the best massages I’ve ever had, professional photo shoots, and complimentary airport transfers.
From the moment we arrived, we felt genuinely welcomed. Although Sandblu has a peaceful, luxurious atmosphere, we never once felt out of place traveling with four children. In fact, our kids were treated like VIPs. Our daughter celebrated her birthday during our stay, and the staff surprised her by singing to her at every meal. It was such a thoughtful touch that made her feel incredibly special.
The hotel itself is breathtaking. Everything is new, spotless, and beautifully designed. Our room was spacious, comfortable, and had incredible views. Many rooms have private pools, and housekeeping kept everything immaculate throughout our stay.
The food was outstanding. Breakfast offered an incredible buffet with both American favorites and authentic Greek specialties, plus an à la carte menu. Lunch by the pool was just as memorable. I will genuinely miss their tomato salad, and the grilled fish we had one afternoon was one of the best meals of our trip. Dinner at Nectar was exceptional, and we returned multiple times because every dish was fantastic. Every restaurant also offers generous kids menus, which made dining with children easy. Also worth a mention is they have a sister restaurant named Blu on the caldera with an incredible view. Make a reservation and watch the sunset it will be one of the most memorable parts of your trip.
The infinity pool overlooking Kamari Beach is stunning. The pool staff and lifeguards constantly checked on us, making sure we always had fresh towels, drinks, and anything else we needed. My children have already said this is what they will miss most.
We also loved the location. Kamari felt much more relaxed and less crowded than other parts of Santorini, while still offering plenty to do. The hotel is a short walk or quick drive to the beautiful black pebble beach. Bring water shoes because they definitely help. Sandblu provides reserved beach chairs along with a staff member who assists guests throughout the day. We loved ordering lunch from the beachfront restaurants and enjoying it right from our chairs. The boardwalk is full of charming shops, restaurants, and bars, making it a great place to spend the evening.
Whenever we wanted to explore other parts of the island, the concierge quickly arranged transportation. One of my favorite features was the group chat they created for us upon arrival. Whether I wanted to change dinner plans, ask for recommendations, arrange a car, or get suggestions for the evening, someone responded almost immediately every single time.
When it was time to leave, our children cried on the way to the airport, and we found ourselves hugging members of the staff goodbye. That says everything.
Sandblu is one of those rare places where the property is spectacular, the food is exceptional, and the service somehow exceeds them both. Every person we encountered genuinely cared about making our vacation unforgettable. We cannot wait to return, and I hope anyone considering a stay here experiences the same incredible memories that our family did."
