Hotels near Amoudi Bay

Amoudi Bay is the tiny fishing port tucked at the base of Oia's cliffs, reached by walking down roughly 300 steps from the village (or by car via a winding road to a small car park). The bay is little more than a handful of fishing boats, a rocky swimming area, and four waterfront tavernas built into the red volcanic rock. What it lacks in size it makes up for in atmosphere - this is where locals and in-the-know visitors come to eat fresh-off-the-boat seafood with the caldera cliffs towering above.

The swimming off the rocks at Amoudi is excellent - the water is deep, clear, and calm in the caldera's shelter. Brave visitors cliff-jump from the rocks on the bay's western side (roughly 5-8 metres, check depth carefully). From the bay, you can also swim or take a short boat ride to a small volcanic islet with a chapel. The tavernas specialise in grilled octopus, sea bream, and lobster pasta - prices are high by Greek standards (mains EUR 18-35) but the setting justifies it.

Pro Tip: Book a table at one of the Amoudi Bay tavernas for 13:00-14:00 and combine it with a morning visit to Oia. Walking back up the 300 steps in the afternoon heat is tough - consider taking a taxi from the small road at the top. The bay faces west, so late afternoon light is beautiful, but the restaurants fill up fast for sunset.