Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. At Ikos Olivia - All Inclusive, you can look forward to a roundtrip airport shuttle, 3 poolside bars, and a swim-up bar. Review tags are currently only available for English language reviews. The Ikos Oceania is set on the side of a slope/hill and the accommodation consists of five 3 storey buildings (one being the Deluxe accommodation) with about 20/25 rooms on each floor. The French restaurant Provence was our favourite. All of the Ikos resorts are fabulous for kids and they all offer the same level of childcare options with a crche, Kids Club and Just 4Teens options. Sani Club and Sani Dunes are two of the most appropriate hotels in the brand for toddlers. The paddle boat was a big hit with us. Ikos Olivia is a destination resort, just under an hour from Thessaloniki International Airport, set along a beautiful beach. Chef Anthony Jehanno received his first Michelin star in 2017, after more than 20 years working with some of the best chefs in the industry. Wed definitely recommend mountain biking down to the town of Estepona if you can its a beautiful 10km ride down the coast. IKOS OLIVIA Accommodation Explore For timeless elegance and endless views Double Room A unique and contemporary hideaway, offering spectacular views over the vivid Aegean waters or the sun-kissed Halkidiki countryside. All are 5 star but slightly different. ), they also have the Culture Pass which gives you a host of complimentary museum tickets for the local area. Provence. Oceania has a large number of steps and lifts and Olivia none. Ikos Olivia brings contemporary style to a beachfront setting on the Toroneos Gulf, just 45 minutes from the Thessaloniki International Airport. It has a private sandy beach, various swimming pools, a spa, tennis courts, a kids club, 5 restaurants and 295 rooms. In northern Greece you'll find the vibrant Ikos Oceania, along the stunning Kassandra Peninsula, or travel further along Halkidiki's coastline to the sophisticated Ikos Olivia. The part of the building overlooking the lagoon pool contained the pool-side bar and swim-up bar. We had breakfast and lunch there a handful of times and really enjoyed the food and wine. Thank you to all the wonderful staff and perfect service. And, of course, theres always the famed 24 hour room service to take advantage of! For 2016 we booked for the two of us to have access to the Escape Lounge (42 total). Set around half an hour from Corfu Town (and half an hour from the airport), Ikos Dassia's 411 rooms and suites are divided across two sides of the 26 acre site - Sea, which is slightly closer to the beachfront, and Sky, which is slightly higher up. Can't say the Asian cuisine was all that authentic but who goes Greece for Asian anyway? As the resort is based on the side of the hill it's quite a steep decline to the beach, but not to worry as the 'Grooms' are always on hand to give you a lift on the electric buggies. We ate breakfast/lunch there a few times and it was very comparable to the French in terms of selection/quality (i.e. There are buggies you can call to chauffeur you about too. DESTINATION INFORMATION. To have a car for the day as part of the package is an excellent idea and one we really enjoyed. This all inclusive resort is similar in size to Oceania in terms of accommodation numbers, and it has 4 la carte restaurants and a buffet, so is again more on the intimate side, size wise, compared to Ikos Dassia, for example. Ikos Odisia, along with Porto Petro below, opens its doors in 2023 and is one of the most exciting new luxury family-friendly resorts. All the restaurants serves high quality food/drinks and are of good service. The beach offers something a little different to the norm with a handful of secluded sandy coves alongside the Porto Petro Marina. If you're not a children person, there's an all adult only pool by the French restaurant. Eating in Flavours (adults section) was also a pleasure, we do enjoy the free and easy picking your own style, especially when it has a huge choice and so well presented. We think this is down to the number of staff on hand to service guests between meals where one can drink and eat mostly what you want, and of high quality. It could be that it was very hot (mid 30s into early 40s) and the bungalow was very exposed (south facing, no first floor), but it never seemed to get to the minimum 18 degrees we had it on. The food is absolutely gorgeous and all the alcoholic drinks are branded names. TRAVEL DETAILS: This all inclusive hotel can be found on the east coast of Corfu, right on the beachfront of the Ioanian coast and enjoying views over to the Greek and Albanian mainlands. We were unwilling to leave naturally. 25 Balcony Sea View or Inland View 2 298 per night * Explore Room Superior Double Room Lytchett House, Unit 13, Freeland ParkPoole, Dorset, England BH16 6FA. Quite simply the best weve been toonce again Ikos delivering the goods with a fabulous stay. The food is amazing and so are the drinks, its lovely to be served food and drink whilst laying on the beach. Are any cleaning services offered at Ikos Oceania? Indulge in aromatherapy, a massage, and a body scrub at Ikos Spa by Anee . Ikos Resorts Hospitality Nea Moudania, Halkidiki 18,772 followers The best all-inclusive Resorts in the World by TripAdvisor's 2022 Annual Travellers' Choice Awards . Ikos Oceania . Your kids are well provided for at Odisia, as always, with the usual tranche of crche, Kids Club and Just 4Teens options. The airport was very quiet and it didnt take long to go through passport control, retrieve the luggage and make our way out to the transfer coach (via the Rep at the airport entrance to tell you which coach number).The transfer coach in 2015 dropped us off as the second stop after about 45 minutes. It was like a little boutique hotel. OUTBOUND TRIP: All went smoothly on both occasions. Top room amenities include air conditioning, a flat screen TV, and blackout curtains. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details. Funny - - but not the experience you want, especially when paying extra. In 2015 at the Oceania we hired a car and the three of us did a tour round Sithonia (the middle of the three fingers of the Halkidiki peninsula). My wife and I (only) stayed at the Ikos Olivia from 20th June till 4th July 2016. This property is a great place to bask in the sun with a private beach, a beach bar, and sun loungers. I came back this May to the Olivia and was keen to enjoy the standards ikos chain (Oceania, Olivia and Sani Beach - although this is a half board hotel) seems to have mastered by trying this relatively new hotel. Some of the more popular amenities offered include an indoor pool, free wifi, and free breakfast. At the Oceania I would recommend getting to the small infinity pool (by the French) earlier to be certain as there are only a few sun loungers there. On both occasions we booked with Thompson-First Choice (Thompson site in 2015 and First Choice site in 2016 as that was the only one with Ikos Olivia). Ikos Olivia , , , 22 . breakfast at Flavours; Anayas ambience was out of this world; and the Beach Club was splendid!) Service - everyone, from the bar team at the Deluxe Pool, to the scuba instructor to the restaurant staff were super friendly and helpful. ARRIVAL:Arrivals at Thessaloniki was straightforward on both occasions. The hotel is the most incredible resort we have ever visited and we have booked to come back in May 2023 for our first anniversary. Also thanks to Poly and her team at the kid's club who took care of our little one for those extra tranquil moments. We enjoyed a meal out of the resort at the Erodios restaurant. And the whatsapp concierge service is not a gimmick, but a slick & effective source of support. Then again, I am quite particular about my bathrooms. The main pool is also lovely with an excellent swim-up bar option. Ouzo. The buffet was very good too with plenty of choice. Each resort is well geared up for young children and the staff are all very friendly and welcoming with them. We used our Tesco vouchers to get Meet & Greet parking, which isnt actually meet and greet but the car park is a stones through from Departures.For 2016 we booked for the two of us to have access to the Escape Lounge (42 total). . Kids are similarly well looked after with the usual childcare offerings, as well as free beachside childcare, and activities like baby yoga for the smallest guests! Ikos Olivia April 2019 7 nights for 2 adults and 1 child Flights with easyJet 300 Accommodation in a one bedroom suite 1700 Extras 55 Total cost 2055 Sani October 2019 5 nights for 3 adults and 1 child (our eldest was classed as an adult) Flights with easyJet 530 Accommodation at Sani Asterias in a one bedroom suite 1280 We took a picnic from the hotel and had a nice time, saw some lovely scenary, but overall I wouldnt rush to do it again and indeed we didnt in 2016 at the Olivia. The indoor-outdoor pool at the spa is also a fantastic option. The compound is rather large so expect some walking. Its one of the groups bigger resorts, with over 400 rooms, suites and villas on offer, but its on such a spacious plot that it never feels remotely crowded. None of us got bitten but surely the sight was unexpected. Porto Petro is home to 5 indoor and outdoor pools, which includes an adults-only and childrens pool. They are so kind, helpful and are always urging you to relax and enjoy yourself. There are over 370 rooms and suites spread across Arias comfortable 47 acres so this is one of the larger Ikos hotels and quite similar in size to Dassia. The beach service was excellent as was the white party. Room service was great and all the staff were friendly and professional. There are also quiet activities from crafts to cooking. You have many family pools, an indoor pool and the sea to choose from. The resort is set on the beach. This doesn't cost our readers a penny, but helps to keep the site running! Asia - we didn't bother. ), our lovely ladies at The Beach Club (Eri, Emma and the AMAZING Nelly who became our honorary family member as we became regulars at this wonderful spot), the lovely staff at Flavours who accommodated our large group every morning, and the grandmaster himself Vaza (our favourite SuperStar!! Ultimately, both brands offer a luxurious European get-away experience thats amazing for families. Framed by ancient olive trees (hence the name) and located on a long stretch of picturesque beach, the award winning Olivia is another firm favourite with returning guests. The fitness offerings are fantastic too with body pump, cross training, circuit training, HIIT, tabata and a cardio training room all available alongside a fitness studio. On both occasions there were just a small handful of people staying at the hotel from the flight, so no mass queues as we have experienced at other hotels. Our heartwarm thanks to the Guest Relations Manager Vangelis, Maria heading reception and special thanks to the Fusco Manager Yiannis and his staff. At Ikos Oceania - All Inclusive, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a nightclub, and a roundtrip airport shuttle. Babysitting is also available, as well as a Football Academy for kids between 4 and 14. Their four a la carte restaurants and Mediterranean buffet restaurant cater for a wide range of tastes. With a private beach, beachfront dining, and a beach bar, this property is the perfect place to soak up some sun. The only negative was people reserving sun loungers round the adult pool and not being turning up for a few hours. We enjoyed the French Provence restaurant best and use of the adult pool, in fact this end of the Estate could all be adults only with the upstairs Thai restaurant for families. Like the other Ikos resorts, there are plenty of activities to indulge in during your stay, including beach badminton, yoga, table tennis and aqua Zumba! Can't fault our stay, probably best all-inclusive we have stayed at. At the Oceania in 2015 we had to go up to a desk near reception on the first morning after arrival to book which speciality restaurants we wanted. weve now visited 3 times in just 2 seasons, Find more info on the Ikos Dassia Website, Find more info on the Ikos Oceania Website, Find more info on the Ikos Olivia Website, Find more info on the Ikos Andalusia Website, Find more info on the Ikos Odisia Website, Find more info on the Ikos Porto Petro Website, Smaller selection of pools and restaurants than other resorts, Size and space lots of restaurants and pools to enjoy, Kos is known as a windy island so bring a light jacket or cover-up for the evenings, even in Summer, Very well connected for flights from the UK, Complimentary green fee at nearby golf course, More compact than other Ikos resorts so it can feel a little busier, Slightly fewer restaurants compared to other Ikos resorts of similar size, Slightly fewer pools and restaurants compared to some of the other resorts. Size We visited Ikos Oceania to celebrate our mothers 60th birthday with high expectations - and I have to say that Ikos surpassed them all. The Infinity Lifestyle is something which must be experienced to be believed - out of this world! While your littles ones are being looked after, youve got the option of heading to the spa which is particularly impressive thanks to its Ionian sea view and the incredible steam room and sauna, amongst other facilities. Nea Moudania Front Office Manager Ikos Resorts Dec 2013 - May 2016 2 years 6 . Reminded me of the Friends episode when Ross was pretending to be a massage therapist and used wooden spoons to massage Phoebe's client because he didn't want to touch him. The gra nd total of six outdoor pools go nicely with the rejuvenating spa treatments and range of sports activities. The beach and sea at both locations is gorgeous! Just like at Oceania, the Local Discovery options at Ikos Olivia are top notch thanks to the multitude of things to see and discover in Halkidiki. The standard/quality was excellent. EXPLORE. 4,175 reviews. Our room was very nice even as one of the more basic ones, tastefully decorated and well appointed, and I think recently refurbished. The beauty of Ikos Oceania is the sheer choice of entertainment. Special thanks to Dimitris from the Deluxe Concierge, for making us feeling at home, for arranging just about everything, even a special lobster dinner for my husbands' birthday and the wines that we liked even though those were not on the already extended wine list. Would be looking at this place again for next year. The second Ikos resort is also in Halkidiki, Ikos Oceania, opened in 2017, but it wasn't a new property or asset, it was just revamped to be aligned with the style and offerings of Ikos Olivia. They even have an a la carte breakfast menu to choose from. Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm. These guys are top quality, provide gloves (essential in 32C) and carry some provisions. Ikos Resorts offers everything for families and couples alike, for those looking for pure relaxation. What they do put on though is of good quality and far better than your standard Caribbean affair. The food and wine were excellent, but overall it was our least favourite of all the restaurants across both hotels. There are currently 7 Ikos all-inclusive resorts, scattered across Greece and Spain, and while they all offer the same exemplary standard of service and family-friendly atmosphere, they do all provide something a little bit different as well. We had a small hedged garden equipped with a settee, 2 chairs, 2 sun loungers and a parasol. The main building has all the necessities - bar, shops, cinema and the likes and with five excellent restaurants to choose from. 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