Pylaia Boutique Hotel & Spa got its name from an old alias of Astypalea. According to history, the locals used to call the island "Pylaia" - practically meaning gate in Greek, because of its morphology, i.e. because of the many coves found on the island, also known as "gates".

Built on a slope just 300 meters from the island's capital, Chora, the hotel stands out in this seaside settlement as it spreads over an area of ​​two acres and offers panoramic views of the Aegean Sea while overlooking to the bays of Tzanaki, Papou, Agios Konstantinos and Echili. In addition to the main building, which includes the reception facilities, Eva boutique and Cucina Restaurant & Bar, the other five smaller two-storey buildings feature a total of 26 luxurious rooms and suites. The hotel’s pool is located between various rooms, which are all commonly elegant. What is extraordinary though, is that their details make them stand out and give each and every one of them a distinct identity. No room is the same in Pylaia Boutique Hotel & Spa.

Full of light, warmth and comfort, the whitewashed hotel is perfectly harmonized with the natural environment that surrounds it. Based on the traditional Astypalitic architecture, it presents modern aesthetics and elegant, natural decoration. The sun shade sail canopies used in the hotel rooms, offer a Cycladic character to the atmosphere and contrast with the deep blue sky and the navy blue Aegean. On the other hand, the stone built element is reminiscent of the Dodecanese Islands. The cooling stony alleys are decorated with olive and prickly pear trees, reminding of an islandic neighborhood and creating an excellent example of adapting a place’s tradition to today.

The protection of the natural environment and sustainable development have played an important role in the hotel’s project. Natural materials such as wood, canvas and white gravel were given emphasis in order to ensure proper shading and thermal insulation and avoid excessive energy use. Another highly impressive aspect of the architectural design is the utilization of solar energy, so that every space or room is comfortable without the use of electricity. Furthermore, both solid and liquid waste is recycled, while environmentally friendly products are always used for cleaning, so that the hotel’s environmental footprint in the natural landscape is kept as small as possible.

Combining timeless with ephemeral, classic with modern, larger with smaller scales, and conventional with recyclable, natural, materials, Pylaia Boutique Hotel & Spa is an ode to the archetypal architecture of the island.

There is a place where wine is a big deal and is located right beneath Cucina Restaurant & Bar. Our wine cellar is yet another living proof of how much we appreciate quality and fine products. Well-curated and especially designed, the cellar features excellent storing conditions in order to maintain stable proper temperatures. 

From the ancient times up until today, wine has played an important role in Greece’s customs and traditions and it is inextricably linked to countless celebrations and joys. Throughout Greece vintners produce wine from famous grape varieties such as Chardonnay, Merlot, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon and of course, Greece's most characteristic variety, Assyrtiko.

You don’t have to be a wine expert to visit our cellar and discover the well-organized collection of carefully selected Greek wine labels. Our metr will help you navigate through the magical world of wine and guide you through its plethora of varieties. And if you fancy buying something special, here's your chance to buy something and celebrate a special occasion, or offer a well appreciated gift.

“I cook with wine, sometimes I even add it to the food.”

- W.C. Fields 

“Age is just a number. It’s totally irrelevant unless, of course, you happen to be a bottle of wine.”

- Joan Collins

High-end fashion, inspiring design, intense character and sophisticated aesthetics are the main qualities all travelers appreciate when stepping foot into the elegant boutique Eva. The tasteful selection of greek designers is based on quality materials and authentic design.

These Inspired by the boho - chic philosophy, Eva boutique is constantly inviting travelers to explore greek fashion through new eyes. For a minute, it might feel like walking into a contemporary art gallery with short term exhibitions by upcoming artists. The exclusively greek fashion items are creatively placed into wooden drawers, large straw baskets, tree branches, vintage furniture or minimalistic clothes hangers, reminiscent of  a luxurious showroom.

The mostly womenswear Eva boutique is located on the entrance of Pylaia Boutique Hotel & Spa. Customers may shop casual - chic dresses, sophisticated shirts, artsy accessories, greek-leather sandals, aesthetically pleasing and imaginative homeart items, fine handcrafted jewelry and much more, across the beautifully designed interwoven areas. 

There is shopping and there are exclusive shopping experiences that go beyond everyday expectations, bringing together the ultimate in retail lifestyle and tailor-made service. This is what you experience in Eva boutique.

The all-natural materials immediately ground you back to earth. Sensational lighting, a blend of essential oils scents, earthy decoration and a serene atmosphere, create the perfect pathway to start your journey of wellbeing.

Away from anything non-earthy, the only complete wellness area in Astypalaia Island is undoubtedly a one-off. Relaxing or healing massage therapies with volcanic stones, classic aromatherapy, signature body treatments with shells and cinnamon or detoxifying body treatments based on algae, rich in marine minerals and trace elements. Naturally inspired facial treatments, with honey and royal jelly, body treatments inspired by the mediterranean with red grape, nail care techniques, steam baths, sauna and tailor-made wellness packages combining exfoliation, anti-aging, radiance and hydration. All the above will ease your anxieties and bring an instant sense of calm, while balancing your mental and emotional clarity.

Rejuvenate your energy field in a soothing environment, where stone and wood prevail. Petra Wellness & Spa offers a peaceful ambiance, as well as wellness professionals and experienced massage therapists, prepared to assess your current state and work on a personalized wellness plan of action. You may also enjoy this refreshing and uplifting wellness experience with your loved ones, using the double cabin. For all our body or face treatments and therapies we use exclusively Germaine de Capuccini products, starring for over 50 years in professional skin care. Products are also available for retail purchases. 

On this wellness voyage, you can certainly recognize the benefits of other relieving activities too, such as the steam bath or sauna. If you use sauna before a massage therapy, you warm up your muscles and prepare them for deeper stretching and tension relief. If sauna follows your massage therapy, you mostly enjoy detoxification benefits as you sweat and circulation takes away all accumulated toxins out of your system. Either way, you further enhance and increase the benefits of your therapy.

Let’s admit it, connecting with ourselves is the most important thing to do as we move through life. And this process involves taking good care of ourselves. Spa therapies have existed since the classical times when taking bath with water was considered a popular means to treat illnesses. In fact, the word spa comes from the Latin phrase "salus per aqua", meaning "health through water." In Petra Wellness & Spa, we strongly believe that wellness is not only about relaxation. It’s about being able to live in the present moment and being comfortable within ourselves. And eventually, it’s about living a better life.