Sifnos Mine Resort | Sifnos
An authentic hotel experience that paves the way to complete relaxation and serenity against the background of the Cycladic natural charm of Sifnos island, Greece, Sifnos Mine promises to bring you in close and constant touch with local Nature, History, and Culture, through a set of astounding experiences.
What we did for this project:
Concept Development
Design & Operational Briefs
Branding & Implementation
Location
Sifnos, Greece
Expected
2024
Official Website
Hotel Synopsis
The below text is a full description of the new, under development property, giving all the details regarding the hotel's story, concept, operation, and experiences, that will provide to its guests
In a setting of unconventional natural beauty on the island of Sifnos, Sifnos Mine promises a serene, relaxing stay, true to the authentic, warm hospitality that describes the Cyclades Islands. In constant communication with local nature, the hotel combines the "wildness" of the surrounding hills and small gorge with enchanting views of the Aegean Sea and the sunset to create the perfect backdrop for a unique, upgraded holiday experience that will fascinate all kinds of tourists, from nature lovers to alternative vacation seekers.
The experience at Sifnos Mine is based on five predefined "pathways", touchable and untouchable, that guests are welcome to explore. Acknowledging the rich tradition and versatile nature of Sifnos, the hotel offers specific abstract pathways that will allow visitors to dive into the history, culture, spiritual nature, and wellness mentality of the island by participating in well-thought-out, original experiences on the hotel premises, such as arts and crafts labs focused on pottery and metalworking, culinary activities, like cultivating local products and cooking traditional recipes, and wellness experiences, with the most prominent one being the sunset guided meditation sessions in the protected nature zone of the property. In addition, as hiking is a widely popular activity in Sifnos, the actual pathways that cover the island are a perfect opportunity for an elevated hiking experience. The hotel facilitates hiking activities by offering specialized concierge services that provide relevant information about the different paths, mini hiking kits with the essentials, and specially created audio podcasts to ensure that guests will discover Sifnos's natural wonders, historical monuments, and cultural landmarks.
Wishing to lead its guests to a renewed, pure lifestyle, Sifnos Mine offers a unique stay of relaxation, combining traditional Sifnian elements with high-end accommodation. Through the historical, cultural, spiritual, wellness, and hiking pathways, guests will be able to not only explore the various elements that compose the special character of this Cycladic island but also rediscover themselves in a journey that will leave them with ever-lasting memories.
Hotel Typology
The first stage of our Services, which includes the Research & the Typology Study, helped the Hotel Owners take their final decisions regarding the hotel's Typology (type of property, room types, grounds, etc) and its main Features and Facilities, aiming to increase the hotel's ADR as well as its sales potentials from its various departments and services.
Hotel Grounds
Ēvo | Lounge Pool & Bar
Ēther | Retreat Area
Local Restaurant
Reception, Lobby & Art Gallery
Events Area
Concept Store
Room Types
Standard Rooms
Junior Suites
Junior Suites with Jacuzzi
One-Bedroom Suites with Private Pool
Summer Houses with Infinity Pool
Pathway to discovery & balance
Hotel Concept Development
The next stage was the development of the hotel's concept, which included the narrative as well as all the specifications of all the experience and operation elements that will make the new property stand out from its competition.
Sources of Inspiration
The pristine nature that surrounds the hotel
The intense presence of churches and monasteries all across the island
The well-organized hiking routes in Sifnos
The connection between the local gastronomy and the first Greek “chef,” Nikolaos Tselementes
The craft of pottery, which is fundamental in the local tradition
The special architecture of the ancient towers of the island
Signature Experiences
Sunset Private Dinners
Sifnos Hiking Audio Guides
Sunset Guided Meditation
Hotel Branding & Implementation
At the final stage of the new hotel's specification, we created an initial branding as well as its indicative applications and implementations, in order to give a fuller idea of the new hospitality product.
Name Description
The name of the hotel has been chosen for its dual meaning, combining the island's rich mining history with a deeply personal experience for the guest. On one hand, the name is inspired by Sifnos' deep history of metallurgy and the numerous mines on the island, while simultaneously highlighting the unique view of the accommodation overlooking an old mine on the opposite hill. Furthermore, given that the hotel's concept is based on the idea of pathways, both tangible and intangible, the second translation of the word 'mine' as ‘something that is mine' implies the transformative journey of the guests, where every moment, aspect, and experience of the island becomes uniquely their own. The addition of the word 'Sifnos' is a direct connection to the location, making the destination evident from the hotel's name.
Logo Description
The logo of Sifnos Mine captures the essence of the hotel narrative, combining its name with the rich mining heritage of the island and the multiple meanings of the word. With a modern symbol depicting the entrance of a mine, the logo functions as a multifaceted metaphor.
On one level, it symbolizes the mines of Sifnos, paying homage to the island's historical relationship with metallurgy. On another level, the mine entrance represents the "facade" of the accommodation itself, inviting guests to embark on a journey of exploration, connection, and an authentic sense of belonging. The logo is a visual representation of the hotel as the threshold – the gateway to the unique experiences and paths it promises to offer.
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Project Partners
For the completion of the project, Destsetters collaborates with the Architectural and Design teams, in the context of the thorough application of the concept to the overall experience, the correct specification of the anticipated operational needs, and the new hotel's commercial potentials. The Architectural & Design teams are selected by the investors/project owners and play an active part in the overall decisions regarding the development of the new property.