Olive Cave Houses (solo trip)
How Solo-Friendly is Olive Cave Houses?
What makes it 80% Solo-Friendly: Central Firostefani spot 5-min walk to Three Bells and cable car, free high-speed Wi-Fi, desk, kitchenette and safe, lockers for valuables, concierge arranges tours—good independence and security.
Good match for:
- Independent Explorers: A 3-minute walk to the caldera and free Wi-Fi make planning solo adventures easy.
Things to keep in mind:
- Beach Seekers: The nearest beach is a 15-minute drive away; better suited for cliff views than sunbathing.
What is so special about Olive Cave Houses for solo trip?
- Stay in cave-style rooms with kitchenettes, private balconies, and daily housekeeping.
- Enjoy free Wi-Fi, self parking, and panoramic caldera views from the rooftop terrace and garden.
- Walk to Fira’s highlights: caldera edge (200m), blue-domed churches, and the cable car.
- Rent bikes to explore coastal paths or book airport shuttle for convenience.
Transport & Nearby Access
Santorini Airport: 9.1 km (16 mins drive)
Taxi or shuttle to hotel in about 15–20 mins.
Solo-Friendly Activities around Olive Cave Houses
Santorini Caldera: 200m (3 min walk)
Famous volcanic caldera with cliffside views.
Tip: Visit at sunrise or sunset for the best light.
Three Bells of Fira: 160m (2 min walk)
Iconic blue-domed church overlooking the sea.
Tip: Arrive early to avoid the crowds.
Santorini Cable Car: 230m (3 min walk)
Links Fira town center with the old port below.
Tip: Buy tickets in advance during high season.
Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities
Free facilities in Olive Cave Houses:
Free Wi-Fi:
Complimentary high-speed internet in rooms and public areas.
Self Parking:
Park onsite at no extra charge.
Rooftop Terrace:
Relax with panoramic caldera views from the shared terrace.
Garden:
Stroll through the garden overlooking Firostefani village.
Paid or on request with possible fees:
Bicycle Rental:
Explore nearby paths by renting a bike; charges apply.
Shuttle Service:
Arrange round-trip transfers to Santorini Airport for an extra fee.
Make the Most of Your Stay
- Plan Your Sunset: Head to the rooftop terrace 30 minutes before sunset to secure a front-row spot for caldera views.
- Use the Kitchenette: Buy fresh produce at Alpha Market (240m) to prepare a light dinner and save on meals.
- Ride the Cable Car: Walk 230m to the Fira cable car station for a scenic €6 one-way trip to the old port.
Reviews of Olive Cave Houses
Brian McCarthy
A nice location but cleanliness was an issue when we stayed there Sept 2022. Hopefully they have fixed that.
Nishant Goel
As an accomodation it's good but the location is challenging. Very steep walking to the location.
Derek Goad
We just left after staying here on our honeymoon. Christos the owner was very nice, he greeted us on arrival and gave us lots of good recommendations and was all around very accommodating. We asked him to book an ATV for us one evening and it was there for us in the morning at a price cheaper than listed. The room was beautiful and the bed very comfortable. Would definitely recommend staying here.
Maria Pia Amabile
Great place to stay!! Beautiful, clean and luminous houses! Amalia, the manager, is super nice and helpful. I definitely will come back. :D
Mackinnon DSilva
Was good except the ventilation should be upgraded more as the exhaust in the toilets should be more powerful
Map of Olive Cave Houses
Address: Φηροστεφανι, Thira 847 00, Greece
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How to get to Olive Cave Houses:
From Santorini Airport, take a taxi or the hotel shuttle (extra charge) for the 9.1 km, 15–20 min drive to Firostefani.
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