I have recently stayed in the Asto Palace with a girlfriend and we had a really lovely time. The hotel is located walking distance from all amenities in Fira, which allows you to go out at night without having the nightmare of driving in a rented car, on unknown roads, and desperately trying to find a car parl. Fira is where everything happens at night (you may want to be on the beach during the day, see the sunset in Oia, but then if you are looking for a bit of fun, Fira is the place to be). The proximity comfortable enough to be walking in high heels but far away enough from the clubs to be able to sleep without having to use ear-plugs. The rooms are nice, the suites are very very nice (very romantic with lovely private pools) - we tried them both, staff are incredibly kind and helpful, and the pool area offer spectacular views of the sea. The hotel is generally a very good, especially considering its "value/for money", on an island where yes there are lots of luxury small hotels that may offer more luxurious services but at a much, much, MUCH dearer price.

The hotel was fairly new so very clean and modern. The staff however, were absolutely amazing and it is they who have persuaded me to write my first ever review on TripAdvisor.

Wonderful place. Would highly recommend Astro Palace and Santorini in general.

And take the advice of the staff when booking excursions - especially the sunset cruise where you should go for the luxury option. It was worth every penny.

Besides the fact that personnel behaviour has been unequivalent to our needs, the quality of the food provided has been far from the expectations generated by the total cost.. Instead of fresh, local products, common and tasteless choices, with no fantasy and 'meraki'. It seems that some Greeks have not realised the magnitude and the consequences of the crisis and I could say they deserve its aftermath.. Pity..

Stayed in August 2012. Hotel is nice, but it's no where near 5 star status. The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable, with nice furniture. There were a few cosmetic repairs to the walls that should have been done more sympathetically, but it was clean and comfortable which was all we needed.

The pool is a little small and was in need of a clean more often. The staff make the place, they are all very friendly and helpful. Great location for the town.

We got at a good rate for a few days and split our stay with another hotel in kamari. We would stay again if the price was right, but there are probably better options in Santorini.