Best Ikos Resorts for Families: A Guide From an Ikos Specialist
Best Ikos Resorts for families: an expert guide to choosing the right Ikos resort for toddlers, children and teenagers, with first-hand reviews, room advice and planning tips for luxury all-inclusive family holidays.
Karen Basnett
3/19/20267 min read
If you're researching Ikos resorts for a family holiday, you've probably already realised that these aren't your average all-inclusive hotels. The question isn't whether Ikos is worth it; it almost certainly is, but which resort is right for your family and how to plan it, so you get every detail right.
I'm an Ikos Specialist with first-hand experience of every property in the portfolio. This is my guide to the best Ikos resorts for families, based on first-hand experience.
What Makes Ikos Different for Families
Ikos redefined the all-inclusive concept for families who refuse to compromise on quality. Under the Infinite Lifestyle™ concept, your stay features à la carte dining at multiple restaurants with menus designed by Michelin-starred chefs, premium drinks, kids' clubs for ages six months to 17 years, watersports, and the Dine Out programme, where you dine at carefully selected local restaurants at no extra charge.
It's genuinely all-inclusive in a way that doesn't feel like typical all-inclusive. That's the appeal, and for families spending £5,000–£25,000+ on a single holiday, it matters.
Best Ikos Resorts for Families: Which One Is Right for You?
Ikos Olivia — Halkidiki, Greece
One of the original Ikos resorts and consistently among the highest-rated. Located on a 450m private beach on the Halkidiki peninsula, Olivia caters to families seeking space, a lively atmosphere, and an excellent overall experience. Its splash pool is especially popular with younger children.
Why families love it
Recently renovated
Kids splash park
Private pool rooms
Ikos Olivia – Best Ikos resort for families with babies and toddlers.
Ikos Oceania — Halkidiki, Greece
Oceania is located 12 miles from Olivia on one of the most picturesque parts of the Halkidiki peninsula, offering a 350m private beach and a more sophisticated atmosphere. It features an adults-only section, ideal for parents seeking a few peaceful hours, as well as excellent facilities for families.
Why families love it
Stunning scenery and views
Renowned for its high-quality cuisine
Set on its own private bay
Ikos Oceania - Best Ikos resort for families who want exceptional dining.
Ikos Aria — Kos, Greece
Situated on the southwest coast of Kos with five pools, including a toddler splash pad, kids pool and adult zone. Aria is among the larger Ikos properties and boasts a strong reputation for its picturesque surroundings, including the ruins of ancient St Stephanos Basilica and incredible manicured grounds. Its sandy Blue Flag-awarded Agios Stefanos Beach is one of the finest in the entire Ikos collection.
Why families love it
On a Blue Flag beach, which is renowned as having one of the best Ikos beaches
15-minute transfer from the airport
The sunset cruise
Ikos Aria - Best Ikos resort for families who want a stunning beach.
Ikos Dassia — Corfu, Greece
Dassia has a beautifully intimate feel, with low-rise bungalows set among lush gardens, a wonderful beach, and a well-loved kids' club. It's one of the resorts I recommend most frequently for families with younger children. Guests at both Ikos Dassia and Ikos Odisia benefit from complimentary access to the historic Corfu Golf Club as part of the Ikos Local Discovery program, including one complimentary morning round per stay, with green fees, golf buggy, equipment, and transfers to and from the course included.
Why families love it
8 restaurants
Just4Teens club
Blue Flag-awarded 600m private beach
Ikos Dassia – Best Ikos Resort for Teenagers
Ikos Odisia — Corfu, Greece
Ikos Odisia — Corfu, Greece
The newest Corfu property, Odisia, sits on over 400m of sandy beach on the east coast of the island, backed by a cypress forest. It's more contemporary in feel than Dassia and has expanded significantly for 2026 with new Deluxe three and four-bedroom bungalow villas, ideal for larger families or multi-generational groups. Like Dassia, guests enjoy complimentary access to Corfu Golf Club through the Local Discovery program.
Why families love it
Flat resort, low-rise rooms and villas
10 swimming pools and a splash park
Easy access to Corfu Town
Ikos Odisia - Best for family groups and multi-generational trips.
Ikos Andalusia — Costa del Sol, Spain
The first Ikos resort outside of Greece, Andalusia, sits between Estepona and Marbella on the Costa del Sol. The resort is glamorous and brings the Ikos Infinite Lifestyle™ concept to Spain with beautifully landscaped gardens, multiple pools, and the same high-quality dining the brand is known for.
Why families love it
Fantastic location between Marbella and Estepona
Surrounded by world-class golf courses.
Just4Teens club
Ikos Andalusia - Best for families who prefer a warmer spring and autumn-season destination.
Ikos Porto Petro — Mallorca, Spain
Set near the Mondrago Nature Reserve on Mallorca's southeast coast, Porto Petro has a more boutique, secluded and private feel than the Greek properties. New for 2026, Deluxe three and four-bedroom villas with private pools are a standout option for families who want serious space and privacy.
Why families love it
· Set between in a private sandy cove.
· Deluxe Three- and Four-Bedroom Villas
· Mesmerising views from all bedrooms
Ikos Porto Petro: Best for families seeking the ultimate level of luxury
Ikos Kissamos — Crete, Greece (Opening April 2026)
The newest Ikos resort to date, and the first on Crete, is located in Kissamos on the northwest coast of the island, situated within 53 acres of gardens and boasting a beautiful sandy beach. Seven restaurants, including the Cretan-focused Kriti and the French seafood restaurant La Plage, eight heated pools, a splash pad, and extensive wellness facilities make this one of the most exciting new luxury family resorts in the Mediterranean.
Why families will love it
If you want to stay at the newest Ikos in the portfolio.
Eight heated pools
Seven restaurants
Ikos Kissamos: Best for families who want to experience a new landmark Ikos resort
Key Questions Families Get Wrong When Booking Ikos
Which resort suits my children's ages?
This is the most important question, and the answer isn't always obvious from resort descriptions alone. The kids' club experience, pool layout, and beach access vary significantly between properties.
Is the Deluxe Collection worth it?
For some families, yes, it can alleviate the Ikos experience. For others, the non-deluxe experience delivers everything you need. It depends on your family's priorities, travel party, and budget, and we can tell you exactly where it makes a difference.
When should I book restaurant reservations?
Ikos dining is one of the great pleasures of the holiday. Get the timing wrong on reservations, particularly the Dine Out programme, and you'll miss out on the experiences that make it special. Our consultation service will help you with the ultimate tips and insider restaurant tricks.
What are the best room types for families?
Room categories vary considerably across the portfolio, and the difference between rooms can define your stay.
What's new for Ikos 2026?
Kissamos opens its doors in April 2026.
Ikos Porto Petro and Ikos Odisia for the 2026 season. Both of our resorts welcome brand-new Villas to their selection of accommodation, each with its own private gardens and pools. The villas will form part of the Deluxe Collection.
A significant enhancement to your Ikos experience: the all-new Ikos Local Drive Adventure, powered by an exclusive collaboration with MINI. Starting in 2026, Ikos guests can enjoy a complimentary day of discovery in a state-of-the-art electric MINI Countryman, replacing the Tesla partnership.
Golf fans at Ikos Odisia and Ikos Dassia can enjoy a new, exclusive Local Discovery experience at the historic Corfu Golf Club. As part of the Unconditional Luxury concept. Guests can enjoy a complimentary morning round of golf on this celebrated course.
New for deluxe guests is a complimentary Heroes Supper Club. Children aged 4 to 12 can enjoy an evening dinner and supervised activities while parents enjoy some well-deserved time to themselves.
Planning an Ikos Holiday? Get Personalised Advice.
When you’re investing £5,000–£30,000+ in an Ikos holiday, getting the details right makes all the difference. Expert guidance ensures you choose the right resort, maximise your experience, and avoid minor missteps that can affect your stay.
Your Ikos planning service includes:
Resort selection based on your children’s ages
Advice on room categories and upgrades
Restaurant and dining reservation strategy
Activity and day-by-day planning suggestions
Insider tips not widely available online
Pre-departure guidance and support
With established contacts behind the scenes and first-hand experience of Ikos resorts, we ensure your holiday is carefully planned, well-paced, and tailored to your family, so everything works exactly as it should from the moment you arrive.
Planning an Ikos holiday? I’ll help you choose the right resort, room, and plan all the details, based on my first-hand experience and extensive knowledge and contacts at every property.