Casa Cook to open third property in Greece
Casa Cook has revealed plans to open its third hotel in Greece with a 26-room property in Mykonos. Arriving this June on the shores of Ornos Bay, the adults-only retreat marks the brand’s most intimate site to date.
Taking inspiration from traditional Mykonian cuboid houses strewn over the island, the architecture mimics villages where buildings surround the town hall. In the hotel’s case, the beating heart is the swimming pool and outdoor restaurant, complete with a private dining room that overlooks the village-style setting below.
Each of the 26 suites encompass the same organic flow of clean lines, white surrounds and organic materials. Colours and materials reflect the calming colour palette of the island – bleached whites, azure blues, earthy browns and lush greens – while traditional Greek weaving art by local artist Alexandra Pisa echoes the shades of the Aegean Sea and its horizon. Interior details capture the island’s free spirit, with hand-woven fabrics, ethereal linen layers and other elements authentic to the Cyclades islands given a contemporary flair.
Housed in a clean, whitewashed Mykonian building is the hotel’s in-house restaurant BLE – the Greek word for blue, which features preserved architectural elements that pay homage to the previous century. With an emphasis on slow living, the dining space flows over into a secluded pool area where guests can relax.
On the menu is reimagined Greek cuisine and international classics, albeit always with a creative local twist and a focus on fresh, seasonal produce. The kitchen opens onto the dining area for a homely feeling similar to eating at a friend’s house, while a private cellar allows visitors to pick top wines from around the world.
Inspired by paréa – a Greek word roughly translated as a get-together with friends – the pool and dining space are spaces to gather for a meal or cocktail, with oversized pergolas built by local craftsmen affording shade. Completing the offer are a gym, yoga shala, and a wellness centre featuring a hair and nail salon.
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