Ikos Olivia

We are a three generational family of ‘girls’ - 73, 47, 17 and 10 years - who have just returned from our fourth trip to Ikos. This was an extra special holiday for us and one we weren’t sure would happen. Over two years ago the little one had to undergo chemotherapy so we couldn’t holiday abroad. To give her, and all of us, something to look forward to we offered her the holiday of her choice after chemo if she was able to travel. She chose Ikos Olivia above all else - even Disneyland! That says it all I think. Our holiday was amazing and as ever didn’t disappoint. Everything was perfect - from the room to the food to the absolutely amazing staff. Nothing - and I mean nothing - was too much trouble. The Ikos service is above and beyond any other hotel whether you are deluxe or not. Everyone gets the highest level. It is truly our family’s ‘happy place’. There has to be a special shout out to Leon and the pool team, especially Lazerus, Florian and Petro. We can’t wait to return if our circumstances allow.

Oh my goodness! Where do I start! Never have we experienced anything like this. I felt like a princess from the minute we walked in. The hotel is incredible, the staff are indescribable and the food is out of this world! Nothing was too much trouble, my glass was never empty and room was constantly immaculate. Worth every single penny! Can’t wait to come back!

This was our second visit to Ikos Olivia, and once again, it did not disappoint. We stayed in a two-bedroom suite and upgraded to the Deluxe drinks menu. Lucy took great care of us, ensuring a wonderful stay, so huge thanks to her and the team for their attention and care. We enjoyed spa treatments, including massages and a facial from Dorothy and Maria. The staff are welcoming, and the treatments use lovely products. Highly recommend booking early, especially on poor weather days. We booked swim lessons with Wonderfin, but due to the weather, we couldn’t go ahead. However, Maria was helpful and efficient in communications. Our son loved the Ariel and Moana theatre show, especially joining the stage at the end for a photo with Ariel. The kids' club team was fantastic. Our son eagerly looked forward to each morning’s session, enjoying activities like MasterChef, bug hunting, and learning about Greek heroes. He came out daily with artwork and smiles, excited for each day at the club. Children’s facilities are great, including an outdoor playground (though the water feature wasn’t functioning this year). Our son, age 3, particularly enjoyed the warm splash pool with various water jets. There’s also a giant chess set which was fun. Special thanks to Dafni and her colleague for the creative towel animals they made for Oscar, which he loved—Dafni did the same during our first stay last year, so it was lovely to see her again. The on-site gelato parlour is exquisite and as irresistible for the “big kids” as for the little ones! It would be great to have more indoor family activities for poor weather days at season’s end—maybe an indoor cinema with popcorn or using the theatre for movies/ping pong tables. The whole team was fantastic, but special thanks to Miriela, Maria, Nickolas, Sofia, Ivelina, Ellio, and Fotini.