We wanted to stay in Imerovigli searching for the right hotel. It was my GF's bday so it was important to get it right. The process, if you're reading this you obviously know , is quite difficult.
If you are reading this feel secure that the pictures and the 5 star reviews of the Regina Mare are 100% accurate although the pictures don't do the location of the hotel the justice it deserves. The beauty of the pics of Santorini show white glistening hotels and buildings next to each other dotting the hillsides they are built into. Makes a great picture but visiting a number of them while there, eating at restaurants overlooking them, they lack the privacy that the Regina Mare provides. Its truly amazing as you see only one hotel barely to the south and nothing but mountain to the north and in front and below nothing but mountain terrain and the sea.. It truly feels like a separate piece of paradise. Sitting by the pool at sunset watching the brilliantly gold sun gently drop into the horizon is breathtaking. It feels as if you're on an ocean liner's balcony in the middle of sea. We saw a number of sunsets from various locations, and sitting at the hotel was the best. The rooms are all different, depends on your budget, you won't be disappointed. There are a few small rooms surrounding the pool you should try and avoid though. Its a bit of a walk to get there from the cab but so well worth it. Helen the manager is amazingly wonderful and the staff is warm and friendly! Book it!