Fira or Oia: where to stay in Santorini?
Both are popular bases in Santorini. This is how their hotels compare, using guest ratings for 67 hotels in Fira and 48 in Oia.
| In short | Fira | Oia |
|---|---|---|
| Ranked hotels | 67 | 48 |
| Average guest rating | 9.0 | 9.1 |
| Rated 9 or higher | 63% | 67% |
| 5-star hotels | 13 | 14 |
| 3 stars or fewer | 18 | 8 |
| Average location score | 7.0 | 6.2 |
In short
- Hotels in Oia rate higher: 9.1 on average against 9.0 in Fira.
- Oia has the larger share of hotels rated 9 or higher (67% vs 63%).
- Fira has more hotels to choose from (67 vs 48).
- For a tighter budget (3 stars or fewer), Fira has more options: 18 vs 8.
- The two areas are about 7.0 km apart.
Best-rated in Fira
Best-rated in Oia
Oia Spirit Studios by Mary D Nomikou
- Free Wi-Fi
- Airport transfer
- Free breakfast
Exceptional 146 reviews 7.0 km
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FAQ: Fira vs Oia
Which has better-rated hotels, Fira or Oia?
Oia: its 48 hotels average 9.1 out of 10, against 9.0 for the 67 hotels in Fira.
Where are there more budget hotels, Fira or Oia?
For a tighter budget (3 stars or fewer), Fira has more options: 18 vs 8.