Name: Three Harites
Address: Perissa, Perissa, 84700, Greece, Perissa, Santorini, 84700, Greece
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at $84 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.0

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Condo Hotel Three Harites

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Perissa, Perissa, 84700, Greece –

Nicoleta is a very good manager, very professional, friendly with excellent customer services skills. Cleaning services excellent too.

Oscar, United States of America

We had very good host taking care of the guests. We checked in late night and she was available for handing over the keys. We had nice and pleasant stay and very comfortable. I would recommend to use the studios.

Prashant, United Kingdom

The place is in a very convenient location. Perissa beach and various restaurants are within walking distance. Perivolos beach is maybe a 10 min drive, the bus is right around the corner.

Lencie, United States of America

A wonderful long family vacation at the Three Harites! The suite is spacious and had all the utilities exactly as described, it is cleaned every day. The location is close to the best part of Perrisa black beach. The bus stop is close as well as 2 mini supermarkets and a number of small taverns. Nicoleta is a wonderful host, very helpful and friendly.

Krasimir, Bulgaria

Fabulous location. Quaint. Great welcome, amazing hospitality. Would absolutely return.

Anonymous, Canada

Being your "children" for a couple of days, Nicoleta, was a wonderful experience. Thank you for all the (extra) care. The spicy family

Martin, Spain

The three harites studios has been a delightful surprise, which has made our holiday in this wonderful island even more special. We have soon started to think about it as “home” thanks to the kindness of the owner,to the familiar atmosphere and to the care put to their host. Waking up in the morning with the smile .very pleased of everything,pleased with the gifts that she gave us for me and my daughter.thank you so much.and I recommend everyone to book in three harites studios without hesitation

Lala, Morocco

Nicoletta (the owner of the property) is amazing and very kind! very generous and helpful. I would definitely recommend on this place.

Deema, Israel

Great welcome, even at 1am! Our host was lovely to talk to and always happy to help. She allowed us a late check out at no additional cost which was great! Perfect location is a quieter area but still only a couple minutes walk to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.

Emily, United Kingdom

Fabulous location ! Less than 5 mins walk to beach and also had a pool. 20min scooter or bus ride to fira and same distance again to Oia. Nice a relaxed part of the island close to restaurants. Would definitely recommend staying here! Host was amazing :) Rooms cleaned everyday. Balcony overlooking ocean was great!

Jessica, New Zealand

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What guests loved the most:
“Nicoleta is a very good manager, very professional, friendly with excellent customer services skills. Cleaning services excellent too.”

Oscar United States of America
“We had very good host taking care of the guests. We checked in late night and she was available for handing over the keys. We had nice and pleasant stay and very comfortable.”

Prashant United Kingdom
“The place is in a very convenient location. Perissa beach and various restaurants are within walking distance. Perivolos beach is maybe a 10 min drive, the bus is right around the corner.”

Lencie United States of America
“A wonderful long family vacation at the Three Harites! The suite is spacious and had all the utilities exactly as described, it is cleaned every day.”

Krasimir Bulgaria
“Fabulous location. Quaint. Great welcome, amazing hospitality. Would absolutely return.”

Canada
“Being your "children" for a couple of days, Nicoleta, was a wonderful experience. Thank you for all the (extra) care. The spicy family”

Martin Spain
“The three harites studios has been a delightful surprise, which has made our holiday in this wonderful island even more special.”

Lala Morocco
“Nicoletta (the owner of the property) is amazing and very kind! very generous and helpful. I would definitely recommend on this place.”

Deema Israel
“Great welcome, even at 1am! Our host was lovely to talk to and always happy to help. She allowed us a late check out at no additional cost which was great!”

Emily United Kingdom
“Fabulous location ! Less than 5 mins walk to beach and also had a pool. 20min scooter or bus ride to fira and same distance again to Oia. Nice a relaxed part of the island close to restaurants.”

Jessica New Zealand

One of our top picks in Perissa.Less than 350 feet from the famous Black Beach in Perissa, this elegant studio complex offers free public Wi-Fi, and a pool with sun-lounger terrace. All units are air-conditioned and self-catered.

Studios at the Three Harites are painted in bright colors and feature modern décor. They are equipped with a kitchenette with fridge and utensils. Some rooms have a balcony.

Within 150 feet from Three Harites guests can access public transport links and a free municipal parking. Restaurants and shops are located nearby. Santorini Airport is 8.1 mi away, and the port is 5 mi away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Perissa, according to independent reviews.

This property also has one of the top-rated locations in Perissa! Guests are happier about it compared to other properties in the area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Three Harites has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Mar 22, 2011

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Located in the top-rated area in Perissa, this property has an excellent location score of 9.3!

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Guests consistently rate the WiFi as excellent

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Closest Landmarks *

Santorini Water Park
0.4 miles
Ancient Thera
0.6 miles
Art Space Santorini
2.4 miles
Santorini Port
3.2 miles
Monolithos Beach
3.9 miles
Archaeological Site of Akrotiri
3.9 miles
Red Beach
4.5 miles
Central Bus Station Fira
4.7 miles
Museum of Prehistoric Thera
4.8 miles
Archaeological Museum of Thera
5 miles

Beaches in the Neighborhood

Perissa Beach Black sand
Swimming, Water Sports, Food & Drink

500 feet

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Santorini International Airport
3.2 miles
Paros National Airport
49.1 miles
Naxos Island National Airport
50.5 miles

What Travelers Love About This Location

“Fabulous location ! Less than 5 mins walk to beach and also had a pool. 20min scooter or bus ride to fira and same distance again to Oia. Nice a relaxed part of...”

Jessica

New Zealand

“Very calm place with nice pool. Near the centre, car & quad & bike rentals, gyrros, shop. Nice view of the mountains. Beach is 150m from the hotel. Hous...”

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Slovakia

9.5

“The three harites was the best place I stayed in for years. The host was nice and warm. She si the best landlady I ever met and she made our stay even better. T...”

Petra

Slovenia

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2:00 PM - 10:00 PM

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8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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Children & Beds

Children are welcome

No cribs are available

No extra beds are available

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There's no age requirement for check-in

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Pets are not allowed.

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“We had very good host taking care of the guests. We checked in late night and she was available for handing over the keys. We had nice and pleasant stay and very comfortable. I would recommend to use the studios.”

Prashant

United Kingdom

“The place is in a very convenient location. Perissa beach and various restaurants are within walking distance. Perivolos beach is maybe a 10 min drive, the bus is right around the corner.”

Lencie

United States of America

“A wonderful long family vacation at the Three Harites! The suite is spacious and had all the utilities exactly as described, it is cleaned every day. The location is close to the best part of Perrisa black beach. The bus stop is close as well as 2 mini supermarkets and a number of small taverns. Nicoleta is a wonderful host, very helpful and friendly.”

Krasimir

Bulgaria

“The three harites studios has been a delightful surprise, which has made our holiday in this wonderful island even more special. We have soon started to think about it as “home” thanks to the kindness of the owner,to the familiar atmosphere and to the care put to their host. Waking up in the morning with the smile .very pleased of everything,pleased with the gifts that she gave us for me and my daughter.thank you so much.and I recommend everyone to book in three harites studios without hesitation ”

Lala

Morocco

“Great welcome, even at 1am! Our host was lovely to talk to and always happy to help. She allowed us a late check out at no additional cost which was great! Perfect location is a quieter area but still only a couple minutes walk to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.”

Emily

“Fabulous location ! Less than 5 mins walk to beach and also had a pool. 20min scooter or bus ride to fira and same distance again to Oia. Nice a relaxed part of the island close to restaurants. Would definitely recommend staying here! Host was amazing :) Rooms cleaned everyday. Balcony overlooking ocean was great!”

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Reviewed: July 13, 2019

Martin
Spain
10

“SPICY🌶️”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Studio (3 Adults)
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Being your "children" for a couple of days, Nicoleta, was a wonderful experience. Thank you for all the (extra) care. The spicy family

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 11, 2019

Lala
Morocco
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Standard Triple Studio
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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The three harites studios has been a delightful surprise, which has made our holiday in this wonderful island even more special. We have soon started to think about it as “home” thanks to the kindness of the owner,to the familiar atmosphere and to the care put to their host. Waking up in the morning with the smile .very pleased of everything,pleased with the gifts that she gave us for me and my daughter.thank you so much.and I recommend everyone to book in three harites studios without hesitation

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 7, 2019

Deema
Israel
9.6

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Balcony
- • Stayed 4 nights
Nicoletta (the owner of the property) is amazing and very kind! very generous and helpful. I would definitely recommend on this place.

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 3, 2019

MOR
Morocco
10

“Great value for money”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Balcony
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The host and staff was very friendly and helpful

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: July 3, 2019

Phillip
United Kingdom
7.9

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • 2 rooms
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
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Near to beach and central

Stayed in July 2019
Reviewed: June 25, 2019

Emily
United Kingdom
10

“Would certainly return!”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 5 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Great welcome, even at 1am! Our host was lovely to talk to and always happy to help. She allowed us a late check out at no additional cost which was great! Perfect location is a quieter area but still only a couple minutes walk to the beach. Would definitely stay here again.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 25, 2019

Andriy
Ukraine
10

“A pleasant surprise in Perissa ”
- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Family Studio
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted from a mobile device
"Three Harites" was a pleasant surprise for us. Initially we booked two-bedroom apartment here for two nights. But decided to stay one day more. We discovered ourselves in one hundred and fifty meters from the famous Black Sands' beach however "Three Harites" is not a waterfront hotel so you won't hear an inevitable restaurant noise from dusk till down. Instead of it you'll get a mountain view towards a rock with a cave church and a famous archaeological site of Ancient Thera on the top of it. Anyway let's get back to the hotel. Rooms are to be cleaned on everyday basis. The personnel did it delicately when you're on the beach. There is no parking in the hotel but there are two areas nearby where you can safely park you car for free. Design responded to our expectation of what a family hotel had to be. But the most pleasant discovery was a charming hostess Nicoletta. She is informally hospitable and positive. Every single day she treated us perfect jelly made of Greek yogurt and shared the recipe with my wife. She also gave us small gifts while checking-out and it seems to me she was absolutely sincere in her positive feelings towards all of her guests. "Three Harites" is definitely our choice.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 22, 2019

Jessica
New Zealand

2 helpful votes
10

Exceptional
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bed was comfortable but very noisy
Fabulous location ! Less than 5 mins walk to beach and also had a pool. 20min scooter or bus ride to fira and same distance again to Oia. Nice a relaxed part of the island close to restaurants. Would definitely recommend staying here! Host was amazing :) Rooms cleaned everyday. Balcony overlooking ocean was great!

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: June 17, 2019

Mat
Switzerland
9.2

“It met my expectations fully, great value for money and great location.”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 10 nights
Very good value for money, very good location, very nice host, quiet, clean.

Stayed in June 2019
Reviewed: October 24, 2018

Jill
United States of America
9.2

Awesome
- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveler
- • Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
Amazingly nice hostess.

Stayed in October 2018
Reviewed: September 27, 2018

Wolfi Grimm
Germany
Age group: 55 – 64
7.5

Good
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Only to sunbeds on the for all guests, no good view Nur zwei Sonnenliegen am Pool, keine gute Aussicht
Gute Betten, tägliche Reinigung frische Handtücher. Good beds, daily cleaning, fresh towels

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 22, 2018

Usha
United States of America

1 helpful vote
4.6

“It was a nightmare, so I left a day earlier than I had paid for”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Balcony
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Bed, bathroom, bad smell
Shower was horrible, everything hot wet when you showered, no shower curtains, very tiny bathroom, smelt like sewer, location was great, very friendly owner, I left I day earlier than I paid for because I was very uncomfortable in this place, bed was literally on wood , meaning no box spring too low to the ground

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: September 4, 2018

Oscar
United States of America
10

“*****”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
Everything was nice😄😄😄
Nicoleta is a very good manager, very professional, friendly with excellent customer services skills. Cleaning services excellent too.

Stayed in September 2018
Reviewed: August 28, 2018

Thomas
United Kingdom
9.6

“Perfect and would use again 100%”
- • Leisure trip
- • Group of friends
- • Studio
- • Stayed 4 nights
The hotel was absolutely spotless, but the owners were the best bit. They were like family! Sorted out the car from the airport for when we arrived and were happy to chat with us when we were in the hotel having breakfast or just relaxing. Being hypercritical there isn't much I can say against the place the only thing is if you are on a super tight budget the cheaper supermarket is a few minutes walk away from the property, this is only if you are lazy though.

Stayed in August 2018
Reviewed: August 16, 2018

Anonymous
Germany

6 helpful votes
10

“Best choice in Perissa”
- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Studio with Balcony
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted from a mobile device
The staff it’s really kind and helpful. The hotel is clean and comfortable.

Stayed in August 2018

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	Studio with Balcony 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Features private balcony with views of the surrounding area. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Kitchen • Bathtub or shower • View • Kitchenware • Garden view • Pool view • Mountain view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Studio 1 full bed or 2 twin beds	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This is a standard studio with kitchenette, featuring 1 double or 2 single beds. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Kitchenette • Refrigerator • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Kitchen • Bathtub or shower • Kitchenware • Garden view • Pool view • Mountain view • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Standard Triple Studio 1 twin bed and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Features private balcony with views of the surrounding area. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Kitchen • Bathtub or shower • View • Kitchenware • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Studio (3 Adults) 1 twin bed and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Features windows with pool views. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Kitchenette • Refrigerator • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Kitchen • Bathtub or shower • Kitchenware • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Family Studio 2 twin beds and 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking Spacious 2-room studio with seating/kitchen area and private balcony with views of the surrounding area. Room Facilities: • Shower • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Private Bathroom • Kitchen • Bathtub or shower • View • Kitchenware • Towels • Linens • Entire unit located on ground floor • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content
	Apartment with Balcony Bedroom 1: 1 full bed Bedroom 2: 1 full bed	Show prices
Start of dialog content 댴 Private bathroom Free parking This apartment features a kitchenware, tile/marble floor and satellite TV. Apartment Facilities: • Shower • Bathtub • TV • Air conditioning • Hairdryer • Kitchenette • Balcony • Refrigerator • Sitting area • Free toiletries • Toilet • Washing machine • Private Bathroom • Satellite channels • Kitchen • Bathtub or shower • Flat-screen TV • Kitchenware • Garden view • Pool view • Mountain view • Towels • Linens • Upper floors accessible by stairs only • Private apartment in building • Clothes rack • Drying rack for clothing • Toilet paper Free WiFi! Parking: Free! Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed). Select everything you want to know more about (Your response helps provide better info for travelers) Beds Bathroom Kitchen Breakfast Room capacity Room view Room facilities Parking Smoking Other What do you want to know about the options you selected? Enter your feedback Submit Cancel Thanks for your time! Your feedback will help us improve so you can book more easily next time. Close Sorry – there was an error submitting your response. Please try again. Retry Missing some information? Yes / No Great! Thanks for your response. Check-in Date Check-out Date Rooms Adults Children End of dialog content

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