Makani Suites

There is a straightforward appeal here: Makani Suites gives you a sea-facing base with space to slow down, rather than a room that exists only for sleeping. The infinity pool, terrace and outdoor seating keep the practical part of the holiday outside, where you can settle with a coffee, a book or the sort of quiet stare that follows a long day in the water.

An English-speaking team makes communication simple from the start. Air conditioning, soundproof rooms and private bathrooms take care of the less glamorous but important business of recovery, while the pool and sea views provide the scenery without requiring another excursion. You can also choose the rhythm of the stay: a compact suite for two, a larger suite with a spa bath, or a 14-person villa with its own pool when the group is big enough to make separate bookings a nuisance.

You are in Ano Mera, on Mykonos, Greece, with the property close to the coast and a golden sandy beach about 0.03 miles away. Sun loungers and parasols are available by the beach, so a non-diving morning can remain pleasingly uncomplicated: walk, swim, sit down, repeat.

Several other beaches are within a short drive. Lia Beach and Mini Lia Beach are about 2.9 and 3.1 miles away by road, while Merchia Beach and Kato Tigani Beach are roughly 2.3 and 2.4 miles away. That gives you a few alternatives when you fancy changing the view without turning the day into an expedition.

Mykonos Airport is about 6 miles away by road, with a drive of around 12 minutes. Mykonos Town is within reach for an evening out, with the windmills, Little Venice, the Archaeological Museum and Fabrica Square all around 6 miles from the hotel.

For two divers, the junior suites keep things simple: a private bathroom, seating area, coffee machine, kettle and refrigerator give you the useful basics, including somewhere for cold drinks when you return warm, salty and ready to do very little. A terrace or pool view changes the feel of the room more than another decorative flourish would, so choose according to whether you want outdoor space or a view over the water.

The Deluxe Suite with Sea View is the natural choice when the outlook matters, while the Deluxe Suite with Spa Bath gives the post-dive evening a slightly more restorative angle. The villa is in a different category altogether, with room for up to 14 guests, seven bathrooms and a private pool. That is the option for a family or a large group that would rather share one address than organise a small administration department.

Air conditioning helps after hot island days, and heating is available when the weather turns cooler. Soundproof rooms should make the night easier to manage, while the flat-screen television and streaming services are there for the evening when nobody has the energy for conversation. Children of any age are welcome, and extra beds or cots can be requested according to the accommodation selected.

Makani Restaurant covers breakfast, lunch and dinner on the terrace, with Mediterranean cooking and sea views. Breakfast is a continental buffet with juice, fresh pastries, cheese and fruit, which is exactly the sort of spread that works before a boat departure: familiar, flexible and not a three-act tasting menu when you simply need to eat.

There is one bar, the Sunset Bar, set on the rooftop and focused on cocktails. It gives the evening a clear destination without requiring you to leave the property, particularly when the horizon is doing most of the work. Outdoor dining and BBQ facilities add another way to eat when you want the meal to feel less formal.

A refrigerator, kettle and coffee machine in the accommodation are useful between meals. Nearby alternatives include Aquarius, about 2.5 miles away by road, Solymar at roughly 3.1 miles, and Fisherman - Giorgos & Marina Taverna at around 3.2 miles.

The infinity pool is the obvious post-dive landing place, with panoramic sea views and pool towels, sun umbrellas and loungers available. You can put the legs up, let the surface of the water do the moving, and avoid pretending that every afternoon needs an itinerary.

Makani Spa offers massages and facials for anyone whose shoulders have begun to object to carrying dive gear. A fitness room and yoga classes provide a more active option, although the sensible choice may be to attend only if the body has not already submitted its resignation.

For a change of scenery, the hotel offers boat excursions and access to activities including snorkelling, kayaking and paddleboarding. Cultural excursions include Delos Island, giving you something substantial to do on a non-diving day. Car hire, a concierge service and luggage storage also make it easier to organise the island around your own pace.

An airport shuttle is available and can be arranged with the hotel; a private or shared form of transfer should be confirmed when you book. Free private parking is available on site without reservation, and car hire is also offered. Wi-Fi runs throughout the hotel, which is useful for checking travel plans, downloading a film or sending the obligatory message that says the water was very blue.

Check-in starts from 15:00 and check-out runs until 11:00. There is no age requirement for check-in. Visa and Mastercard are accepted, while pets are not allowed. Laundry, dry cleaning, concierge assistance, luggage storage and a reception safe cover the small practical jobs that otherwise have a habit of appearing just when you are trying to leave for the boat.

The hotel is non-smoking, and the rooms include air conditioning, heating and soundproofing. You can also use the outdoor furniture and dining area, with a terrace available for sitting outside rather than treating the room as the only place to recover.