The best of both worlds at Bill & Coo.
Magical, mystical Mykonos is one of the few places in the world that never gets old. It has evolved and changed in so many ways over the past 30 years. Today, Mykonos offers a more luxurious side with ultra-luxury hotels, resorts and top chefs. Like Miami, Mykonos has grown up. The new gentrified island is not better or worse, just different. The bohemian carefree lifestyles may be gone, but living in the lap of luxury is something that one can easily get used to.
In Mykonos, visitors can experience a luxury resort called Bill & Coo, a five-star The Leading Hotels of the World member. There are actually two properties, Bill & Coo Mykonos and The Coast Bill & Coo. The first is family-friendly within walking distance to town and the other is adults-only sitting just above a protected beach. Guests can shuttle between both in a complimentary hotel chauffeured shuttle that takes only about seven minutes between the properties passing by a scenic windsurfing bay along the way. This makes staying at either one, the best of both worlds.
When entering the cosmos of Bill and Coo, visitors are able to sense their more romantic side. The founders sought to create a minimalist and refined atmosphere, focused on tranquility. Personal service is always just a WhatsApp away to the hotel VIP staff or concierge.
Bill & Coo Mykonos, Megali Ammos
Bill & Coo Mykonos is perched on a hill about ten minutes by foot outside of Mykonos town around a bend that sits just above Megali Ammos Beach. From here the panoramic view showcases where the Aegean Sea meets the horizon offering up sunsets that turn into true works of art. There are 32 spacious suites with sea views, some with pools or hot tubs. They very in size with one called the Bachelor Suite, another the Honeymoon Suite and Deluxe and Superior Suites with muted earthtone interiors and big aquamarine terraces. The relaxed rooms make it hard to get going, but who’s in a rush here?
Guests are almost obliged to spend time on their private terraces gazing out over the sea or towards the famed Mykonos windmills or over to the historic uninhabited island of Delos. The infinity pool is a focal point of the property with a picturesque chapel sitting below on one corner. The laidback atmosphere makes for a perfect antidote to other chaotic Mykonos scenes.
Bill & Coo has their very own Valmont Spa tucked away below ground level built beneath the rocks serving up an extra Zen-like spirit. Valmont facials, massages and beauty treatments are done with their proprietary products. The underground gym here has Technogym equipment and a cold plunge pool and is conveniently open 24/7.
Days start with gourmet breakfasts served to order complimented by the bakery bar that includes some of the most incredible homemade, oversized, creative croissants filled with a wide variety of flavors from pistachio to strawberry and more plus decadent giant cookies. The days end here with the celebrated sunsets poolside or bar-side and then guests freshen up and prepare for the almost divine gourmet experience that comes next.
YEVO is the new innovative gastromic concept. Under the expert guidance of acclaimed Executive Chef Aggelos Bakopoulos, guests are invited to embark on a captivating gastronomic journey at YĒVO. This new dining concept presents three meticulously curated degustation menus, each a testament to culinary innovation. Inspired by the rich heritage of the Cycladic islands, the experience celebrates seasonally driven, farm-to-table cuisine, highlighting the finest local ingredients. Complementing the menu is an extensive wine list, featuring over 300 labels of natural, biodynamic, and low-intervention wines, carefully selected to enhance the dining experience.
The outdoor bar, Yevo After 8 has a Mixology Lab serving creative cocktails infused with local Greek ingredients like Kalamata olives, yellow peppers and more. No other Mykonos bar has a cocktail lab like this. As the sun sets, guests can sip expertly crafted cocktails with breathtaking island views. The cosmopolitan menu features vibrant flavors, bubbly delights, and refined champagne creations—all masterfully curated by the mixology team.
Bill & Coo Private Villas
Sitting just below Bill & Coo Mykonos are the three Private Villas with a combo of modern style and Cyclodic aesthetic. These one-bedroom villas can be rented separately or combined into a sprawling space. They all have sea view pools and access to all the hotel services and amenities. The villas are ideal for those seeking privacy or for a family haven. There is a gardened walking path between the villas and the hotel lined with whispering elephant grass, bamboo and palms making the transition from one space to another an easy endeavor.
The Coast Bill & Coo, Agios Ioannis
The Coast Bill & Coo, Agios Ioannis is an adults-only barefoot luxury beachside hideaway adjacent to Agios Ioannis Beach. It’s a great place for guests to recharge and reignite romance after hitting the wilder sides of Mykonos. Here there are 25 suites and 3 villas to choose from, all with sea views facing the Aegean. Light whitish colored interiors with bleached wood and local stone create a calming interior environment with spacious verandas including some with private pools.
The hotel’s Private Beach Lounge area is protected from the Mykonos winds and has supersized sand-colored lounger sunbeds with rust-colored canvas canopies, adding another relaxation point in the Bill & Coo world. The infinity pool also shares the same spectacular panoramic views over the waters of Agios Ioannis Bay and the picturesque Chapel of St. John with hints of the sacred island of Delos in the distance. There is a large outdoor pool bar pouring a curated selection of island-style signature cocktails. The Technogym and Valmont Spa are amenities for guests here as well.
COOZEST is the Greek bistro-like dining experience helmed by Head Chef Olga Eleftheroglou where traditional meals are served up with a contemporary twist. Beefbar restaurant born in Monaco, has landed in Mykonos at The Coast Bill & Coo helmed by Head Chef Yiannis Babalis. It serves up rarefied prime cuts coming from Argentina, U.S., Australia and Japan as well as elevated street food like Kobe beef gyros. Tunes are provided by the in-house DJ and an extensive wine list of local and international varieties are available. Both COOZEST and Beefbar overlook the bay of Agios Ioannis.
Bill & Coo’s complimentary transfers between their two hotels also take guests to and from the Mykonos airport. But even though it’s free, who wants to leave? Mykonos is one of those magical places on earth that is infused with the heavenly spirits of the Greek Gods and Goddesses that makes you want to stay forever.
Hope Gainer
