Parilio

Attempting to rank the Greek islands strikes us as something of a fool’s errand. It’s safe to say that any number of them would make for a perfectly beautiful place to hide away. Paros has its partisans, though, and from the vantage point of Parīlio, on the island’s northeast coast, it’s hard not to be won over to their view — in fact your hosts’ previous hotels are all on Santorini, so you know they’re a tough pair to impress.

Parīlio isn’t just an exemplary high-end, high-design boutique hotel, but an exemplary piece of Paros architecture, constructed in the local signature style — minimalist forms in whitewashed stone, decorated in soothing neutrals that complement the island’s landscape. The 33 suites are part modern, part classic, and for all their simplicity they feel warm, organic, and welcoming. At very least you’ll have a terrace with sunbeds; upgrade a bit and you’ll find yourself with a jacuzzi or a private pool.

The hotel’s central pool is a tempting one as well, flanked by loungers, and there’s the Asian Spa for a more intensive bout of relaxation. Mr. E, the restaurant, serves locally inspired Mediterranean fare on the terrace with a view. And should you wish to explore, the town of Naoussa and the idyllic Kolympithres beach are a short ride away.