The Melenos Lindos is one of the most beautiful places to stay in Greece. It is a sequence of visual treats, ranging from the architecture, a mélange of Byzantine and Ottoman influences and the design of the intricate pebble-stone terraces outside, to the smallest detail inside. Impeccable aesthetics are matched by flawless service (friendly, attentive but not overbearing), excellent food (fine Mediterranean cuisine) and great comfort. Generously sized rooms offer a remarkable blend of local tradition and luxury. There are no beds, but superbly comfortable mattresses are placed on elevated sleeping platforms. A whole range of mod-cons is fitted into elaborately carved closets and the excellent bathrooms are stocked with a great range of bath treats. This is one of those rare hotels where you can experience luxury of the highest standards in a pleasantly laid-back atmosphere – a combination that is not easy to find.