Olive groves, Ionian blues, and soul-deep wellness
At The Olivar Suites in Corfu, life moves to a slower, more graceful rhythm. Centred around a lovingly restored 18th-century olive mill, this all-suite hideaway feels like a private village where every path meanders towards the sea and private pools shimmer beneath centuries-old olive trees. You can drift between the golden-hued sands of Messonghi beach and the elegant Olibar, where the cocktails are as inventive as the conversations they inspire. From morning yoga in the grove to spa rituals steeped in ancient Greek wisdom, days here are an ode to Corfu’s slower side.
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Nestled within a 27,000m² olive grove, The Olivar Suites is both village and sanctuary. The UNESCO-listed Old Town lies just a 40-minute drive away, yet the resort’s heart beats to the rhythm of Messonghi’s quieter bay. The sea here is totally tempting, edged with soft golden sands and Corfu’s signature pebbles. Wander inland and you’ll find Venetian villages clinging to hillsides, wildflower-strewn landscapes, and the legendary Pontikonisi islet that Homer himself couldn’t resist writing into myth. Stay local for tavernas and ouzo-drenched afternoons; or let the concierge sort wine tastings, sailing trips, or even private walks through orchid-dotted countryside.
The central pool is a sleek stretch of blue complete with lazy sun-lounger hours and flanked by the mellow hum of Flya restaurant. Yet most guests can’t resist their own plunge pools – 96 suites come with one, tucked behind stone walls and olive trees for maximum privacy. Steps away, Messonghi’s sand-and-shingle beach beckons with shallow waters perfect for paddling or floating the afternoon away. Sunbeds and cabanas dot the shore, and the Olibar team appear with meze plates, iced cocktails, or something bubbly at just the right moment.
The Aegeo Spa leans into Greece’s wellness heritage, layering scents of wild sage, olive oil, and citrus with techniques borrowed from Olympic athletes. Treatments are rich in storytelling: the Cretan Flair Detox blends dictamnus and raki; the Aphrodite ritual swathes you in oils worthy of the goddess herself. For those craving complete indulgence, therapies can be delivered in-suite – imagine an olive oil massage in your own courtyard with only cicadas for background music. The spa also offers yoga in the olive groves, heart-brain coherence meditation, and a surprisingly effective EFT tapping session. It’s holistic wellness with a distinctly Corfiot accent.
Food here is firmly rooted in the island’s soil, sea, and story. At Flya, Chef Thomas Barbakis transforms local produce into dishes that feel modern yet comfortingly familiar – a red mullet bourdeto with tomato emulsion, or seafood paired with micro-producers’ olive oil. Evenings feel cinematic: candles flicker, waves murmur, and plates appear as edible artworks. At Olibar, housed within the old olive mill, Head Bartender Nikos Provatas shakes up playful cocktails infused with Mediterranean flair. Order his kumquat-prosecco-chilli creation, sip by the sea, and watch the horizon blur into your glass.
The Riviera Suite’s five-metre window framing the Ionian at sunrise.
The Kumquat & chilli prosecco cocktail at Olibar – summer in a glass.
The in-suite spa ritual, where olive oil massages meet complete privacy.
Facilities
Food & Drink
- 1 all-day dining restaurant serving Corfiot and Mediterranean cuisine, with buffet breakfasts, seafood mains, and creative dishes inspired by local flavours
- 1 sophisticated bar offering inventive cocktails, Mediterranean-inspired drinks, and curated food or cigar pairings
- Poolside service for light snacks, meze plates, and refreshing drinks delivered to sunbeds and cabanas
All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.
Entertainment
- Outdoor pool
All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.
Sports & Health
- Yoga
- Gym
- Massage
- Spa centre
- Spa treatments
All hotel and room facilities are subject to safety and wellbeing measures (including height and/or weight restrictions on slides and rides), board basis, seasonal availability, opening times, age, dress code, and may attract additional charges.
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