3 Best Hotels in The Sporades, Greece

Contemporary style and luxurious ambience comes to the fore in the island's bastion of chic. There's a snazzy cocktail lounge; crisp, cool, clean accommodations; and a laid-back courtyard pool that could hold its own in South Beach. Service, under the watchful eyes of brothers Dimitris and Giannis, is the best example of old-fashioned Greek hospitality.

Understated glamour and polished island chic rule at this luxurious getaway spreading above Agia Paraskevi Beach. The striking modern architecture accents the many balconies that overlook a magnificently green garden, or face the sea. A pool bar serves light snacks all day, while sun worshipers can relax on the comfortable pool-side beds until dusk. One of the island's most luxurious resorts, it also offers spa services, live entertainment, family friendly Kid's Club activities, and much more.

Set on a pine-covered cliff facing out to the bay of Koukounaries, this hotel is expansive without really feeling as though it imposes on its spectacularly beautiful surroundings. The pool area is the highlight here: it's set on a large balcony with sun loungers, umbrellas, a pool bar, and two enormous rhododendron shrubs that set a pink glow over the surroundings. Rooms are paired back and functional, and most have balconies with a sea view.