Rena's Villas is a bit out of the town and was plenty quiet for sleeping. The main shopping area of Fira and the caldera are really just a 10 minute walk. Santorini is so narrow there that we had water views from the east side of the island. The rooms are clean and quaint. I discovered after a trip to the museum in Fira that they were decorated with different designs from the wall paintings found in the ruins at Akrotiri.

While it was early May and a bit cool for swimming on the days we were there, the pool was ready and very clean. This was a plus as we did see many pools on the island that had not been filled yet. While we didn't dive in, it was a very friendly place to sit and get some sun and visit. Beach towels were available right there, too.

Pano, who runs the place, was very helpful with recommendations for touring the island. His restaurant recommendations were excellent! Also, for our breakfast, his aunt (I presume as he called her "Thea") made some wonderful raisins in a sweet syrup for the yogurt. Yes, she made the raisins! The fresh yogurt was nice and thick Greek style. We were made to feel very much at home.

Would suggest this place for many reasons. The owner, Panos, was extremely helpful and quickly answered any questions I had attending to any request I brought his way. Even though was not hot during my stay, I had a couple days to enjoy the beautiful pool area. Rooms are simple, comfortable and clean. Definitely an excellent value for money. A ten minute walk from town so easy access and a nice quiet spot.

Very nice and friendly place and owners. The hotel is what you see in the pictures. Rooms and bathrooms are refurbished *new and clean, with balcony. Ours had a view to the pool. Breakfast is simple but very good coffee. It is run by a family whose leader is PANOS, a good, practical and helpful advisor. He will answer to your questions and doubts and suggest the best option. Santorini is a great place. If you go for 2 days, RENT A CAR for 1 day, enough and you'll see the whole island. You also have free internet access in the lobby, not common in the islands. As regards the location, it is 10 blocks from Fira center, there are 200 metres on a road without sidewalk, then you can take a shortcut up to the town center. If you don't like walking, the car will help.

Two of us stayed at Rena Villas for 6 nights in May. We were picked up at the airport and at the end of our stay, the owner drove 3 of us to the port. Breakfasts were served pool side and were delicious (included in price) and we were stuffed-did not need lunch. The room, although small, and pool, were spotless. Beautiful pool lounges with large towels supplied. Internet use was free. We did not buy any snacks there but we did rent a Smart car and knew we were paying a few E extra for delivery, parking and pick-up-ok with us.
The shower was a pain but most showers in Greece are a nuisance. Quiet both day & night except for scooter noise in the distance. Within walking distance of Fira's main bus stop and a mini-market up the street. We walked everywhere in Fira and can only say we extended our stay from 3 to 6 nights because we felt this place was too good to leave-both price and service was beyond our expectations. We will definitely return.