Myconian Ambassador

Sometimes you’re in a mood to blaze a new trail and hide out in some emerging destination nobody’s ever heard of. But often the classics are classics for a reason — and if you ignore Mykonos because of its fame, you risk missing out on what just might be the Greek island experience in its purest and most concentrated form. The Myconian Ambassador doesn’t shy away from the spotlight. The location, on a hillside just above the beach at Platis Gialos, makes for stunning sea views. And the sheer luxury of its rooms and suites makes a compelling case for Mykonos as the capital of the Mediterranean good life.

You’ll be unsurprised to find that crisp white and Aegean blue figure prominently in the décor. But the Myconian Ambassador’s interiors come with a modern edge as well, and a style that’s substantially more up-to-date than the Cycladic standard. Some rooms come with private jacuzzis on their terraces, while some suites have shared or private plunge pools — and all accommodations come with luxe basics like Bluetooth sound systems, Nespresso machines, and direct sea views.

Meanwhile, with a full-service spa and a fine-dining restaurant, the Ambassador is the sort of place you’d feel comfortable never leaving. But when the pool, with its endless Aegean views, just isn’t enough, it’s a short walk to Platis Gialos beach.