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A mythical Athens Riviera landmark


There are places of extraordinary beauty, and then there are places that stand opposite the wonders of the ancient world — Cape Sounio is one of them


Set within a pristine pine forest reserve on the Athens Riviera, amid ancient ruins and three private beaches, the resort gazes directly towards the legendary Temple of Poseidon. Just 40 minutes from Athens International Airport and 50 from the city centre, it off ers a rare combination of cultural signifi cance, natural splendour and cosmopolitan seaside living. Following a property-wide trans-


formation completed in 2025, Cape Sounio has entered a new era while respecting the architecture, landscape and archaeological sensitivity of


its


setting. Its 139 bungalows, suites and villas are arranged in theatre style across the terracotta-hued hillside, with airy interiors, natural materials, soft neutral tones and uninterrupted views of the Aegean Sea or the temple. Highlights include


the new Villa


Poseidon, designed for exceptional privacy with direct car access, in-villa check-in, expansive outdoor areas and a private pool; the Water Collection, created around indoor- outdoor living and fl oor-to-ceiling views; and a refi ned selection of family accommodation and private villas. T e resort’s public spaces have been


reimagined in crisp white and grey, combining original Saridis Klismos chairs with pieces by international design masters including Gabriella Crespi, Maria Pergay, Roger Capron and Andrea Branzi. Local stone, marble from historic quarries and carefully considered lighting guide guests through the landscape, while special non-refl ective glass preserves unobstructed views from the temple. At the heart of the renewed resort is T e Spa


¯ x Vicky Vlachonis.


Housed within a restored modernist building with views of the temple, the spa features a monumental marble and mosaic therapy pool, holistic treatment spaces, sauna, relaxation areas, indoor and outdoor gyms,


and a sea-view yoga and Pilates balcony. World-renowned visionary wellness expert Vicky Vlachonis is an osteopath and author and the creator of the innovative, holistic wellness programme Elevations of Wellness. Born in Athens and based in Los Angeles, she’s spent over two decades honing her craft at the world’s top clinics alongside pioneering doctors, treating pain through the mind/body connection. Vicky’s notable clients include Gwyneth Paltrow, Lady Gaga, Jessie J, Nicole Richie, Sir Elton John and David Furnish, among others. She also serves as Ambassador of the UCLA Vatche & Tamar Manoukian Division of Digestive Diseases. Elevations of Wellness combines


ancient Greek healing traditions with modern science through therapeutic treatments, meditation, guided hikes, culinary rituals and personalised consultations. New additions include Full Moon Rituals and the secluded Spa


¯ Beach, accessible only through


the wellness complex. Dining unfolds across fi ve


restaurants and three bars, led by Grecotel executive chef Sakis Tzanetos. T e Restaurant celebrates contemporary Greek cuisine; Yali serves Aegean seafood on a deck above


the water; Aegean Grill


brings heritage Greek and Italian fl avours to an open-air kitchen among ancient olive trees; and Cape Sounio Restaurant off ers generous Mediterranean and international dining with sweeping verandahs. Art, mythology


and experience


are woven throughout the stay. Works by contemporary Greek artist


T: +30 22920 69700 E: reservations.so@grecotel.com capesounio.com


Nefeli Massia and kinetic art pioneer Takis refl ect the energy of the landscape, while


private temple


tours, sunset cruises, scuba diving above ancient ruins, gardening, olive harvesting and open-air cinema connect guests with Greece. T is year, a unique astronomical phenomenon will unfold as 13 full moons light up the sky instead of the usual 12. Renowned for its legendary full moons, regularly referenced by Reuters, Bloomberg, T e New York Times, the BBC and NASA, Cape Sounio is the only hotel in the world where guests can witness the moon rising behind the Temple of Poseidon, the second most important Temple in Greece after the Parthenon, creating a scene steeped in timeless myths and unique energy. A sight unlike any other in the world.


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