Imerovigli sits on the caldera ridge above Fira, a village long called the balcony of the Aegean for its sunset views, and this suite occupies one of the higher points in the complex. The private balcony looks straight out over open water, and the outdoor jacuzzi offers the kind of unhurried soak that suits the setting, with plenty of time to enjoy the warm water while looking out over the view. Coffee facilities and a small dining table make it easy to take breakfast on the balcony rather than indoors.

Inside, the bed is dressed in white linen with blue cushions, echoing the mosaic tilework in the bathroom shower, where the same blue tones give the sense of the sea reaching indoors. A sitting area and individually controlled air conditioning keep the room comfortable through the day.

Imerovigli itself is a quieter alternative to Fira or Oia, with tavernas serving caldera views alongside dinner, and the ruined 13th-century Venetian fortress of Skaros Rock a short walk along the ridge for those who want to explore beyond the balcony.