Where to stay · Local feel

Most local neighbourhoods in Santorini

Where to stay in Santorini to feel like a resident — the neighbourhoods with genuine local life, independent restaurants, and the fewest tourists.

AllBudgetLocal feelNightlifeFamiliesWalkabilityMost central

Top pick for local feel

Perissa & Perivolos

The black sand beaches — better value, actual beach life, and a different side of Santorini.

Perissa Santorini — black volcanic sand beach and beach bar scene

Perissa & Perivolos

Top pick

The black sand beaches — better value, actual beach life, and a different side of Santorini.

7/10

Walk

8/10

Price

6/10

Local

4/10

Central

Fira Santorini — caldera view and white cubic buildings of the island capital

Fira

Good

Santorini's capital and transport hub — more affordable than Oia, with caldera views and a real town.

8/10

Walk

5/10

Price

4/10

Local

10/10

Central

Imerovigli Santorini — Skaros Rock and caldera panoramic view

Imerovigli

Trade-off

The quieter caldera village between Fira and Oia — higher, calmer, and arguably the best views.

6/10

Walk

3/10

Price

4/10

Local

7/10

Central

Oia Santorini — blue dome church and caldera at sunset

Oia

Avoid

The sunset village — the most photographed caldera view on earth, and the most crowded.

7/10

Walk

1/10

Price

2/10

Local

4/10

Central

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