In short: The Vencia is an absolute delight, expertly balancing chic yet simple design, efficient yet discreet service, and a location that is convenient yet feels secluded. Measured in the key categories*, it scores a very impressive 4.8 average. The long story: We stayed twice at the Vencia, either side of a sailing charter, and the hotel provided a delightful oasis to recover from our various travels. It is within easy striking distance from the airport and the marina, and the Old Town is a 10-15 minute (if you want to go toe-to-toe with the traffic) or a much less stressful 5-minute taxi. Like most small Greek island hotels, it's a slight hotchpotch of rooms, stairways and corridors, but everything works and means that you genuinely feel like you are in a small, charming hotel. The pool area is expertly managed with subtle music and a welcoming bar; the view - especially at sunset - is classic Mykonos. The staff must come in for special mention, with everyone from the front desk to housekeeping being friendly, professional, and attentive. Our room: We had different rooms across our two stays, and the latter (127) is unsurpassed, with cosy interior lounging and two options on the generous balcony. Again, the view is fantastic. Thankfully, the soundproofing does exclude virtually all of the sometimes raucous Mykonos nightlife sounds, ensuring a restful sleep. Dining: The breakfast is faultless, with a generously stocked buffet and a cooked option featuring local dishes. Everything is fresh and tasty. The acid test (that is, would I return): Yes, definitely, without hesitation. *Key Categories Accommodation = comfort, ambience, sleep quality, facilities: 4.8 Breakfast/Dining = quality, choice, appropriateness: 5.0 Staff = helpfulness, efficiency, politeness: 5.0 Meeting Expectations = how close to meeting the expectations they set: 4.8 Value-for-Money = everything considered and measuring this against the cost: 4.5