Ikos Olivia

We stayed at Ikos Olivia for the second time this past October, as a family of 5 we had two family suites. The view from the room across the sea were lovely and the refurbished rooms were spacious and in good condition. The hotel is about an hour's drive from the airport, and is in a very quiet location. It does mean that there is not a lot to see and do outside of the hotel, but there are a few sights accessible if you take advantage of borrowing the Tesla for a day (the Petralona Caves are fantastic!).||The facilities and restaurants in the hotel are excellent and our two children had an amazing time playing the pools, playground, and on the beach. ||However, from 2024 > 2025 we found that the service levels were not on the same level as what we had seen previously. We found poolside that there were times where we were searching for someone to take our drink orders and had a few instances where the wrong drinks were delivered. We also had a day where our room and balcony were not swept or the table wiped down, which is not what you'd expect from a hotel of this caliber. ||There were some standout staff members who really helped to make the experience special. ||- Monika in Fresco was extremely pleasant and helpful and handled it very well when we had a send back a dish.||- Vicky in Ouzo, our kids absolutely adored her and wanted to go back to eat there just to see her again. ||- Mariel and Fotini at Provence, again exemplary service from both.||- Niki our guest service manager. Niki has been out contact for two years running now and has always been very pleasant and helpful, she went the extra mile at a couple of points this past trip to really help us and ensure we had the best time possible. ||Overall, I would recommend at stay at Olivia and we have booked to go again. If they can improve upon the small service challenges then they will be right back at the 5 star rating they deserve!

This has been by far our best holiday ever. From check in - quick, lovely sparkling wine, golf cart to the room, til check out - picked up our luggage, even got breakfast at 6.45 in the room. Staff is absolutely fantastic, very friendly and anything is possible. ||Food was amazing, lots of variety also for a picky toddler. He loved the pasta’s and asian food at Anaya. At the pool you could order with a qr code next to the very padded loungers or waiters would take your order when bringing the food/drinks. |Pools were lovely, warm and the splash pad and kiddie pool are next to eachother. Also the other guests are amazing, everyone is very friendly, respectful and we loved the whole experience.||Mid stay they sended a questionnaire and I asked them to please kidnap us so we can stay longer, at dinner they came by our table to “kipnap” us. We had a good laugh and loved these attentive gestures. Back in our room we had a bottle of champagne and some goodies waiting! Absolutely loved that. ||Weather wasn’t great every day but playgrounds, bike rental and roomservice made up for that. |We would 100% return and already booked Ikos Andalusia for October 2026. Hopefully it is as good as Olivia. ||Thanks to the amazing staff! You made it memorable.

This is a beautiful, newly renovated and well planned resort and we booked a repeat visit before we even left which says it all as Ive never booked the same place twice! The food is outstanding, and the buffet restaurant was a favourite (quality exceptional) and there was plenty of choice in venues to not get bored on our weeks stay. Staff were all super helpful and went above and beyond supporting dietary restrictions and preferences with great flexibility. We went as a group of Mums and kids ages 3-12 and there was something to keep everybody very happy. Thanks!!

Beautiful hotel, selection and quality of food and drinks is excellent. Wonderful kids club, swimming pools, car hire, pedalos, kayaks, bike hire, tennis and volleyball courts. Spa was wonderful and treatment was very relaxing. Staff all very friendly, polite and strive to make your stay as pleasant as possible. Sometimes the service can be sub-par (e.g. having to ask for a spoon twice to eat my dessert as the first request seemed to have been forgotten, ordering drinks to our room and one of the drinks being missing despite messaging on the hotel WhatsApp to let them know and it still never being delivered). In general, we got the impression that possibly there were fewer staff members than this time 2 years ago so maybe staff are spread more thinly. Was told by a server in a restaurant that it's possible to pre-order food from one restaurant to be delivered to another restaurant we were booked into the following evening but then staff on the hotel WhatsApp saying that's not possible. We also found it strange when on more than one occasion we requested to move the time of our dinner reservation to an earlier time (e.g. 1 hr earlier) and being told it wasn't possible. However, we went to the restaurant earlier to ask if we could be seated earlier and being kindly accommodated (being seated at 7.45pm vs the 8.30pm reservation time). At the time when we arrived at 7.45pm, there seemed to be several available tables which made it seem strange that we were told it wasn't possible to move the reservation to an earlier time via the hotel WhatsApp. Staff did however very kindly enable us to have dinner in The Garden restaurant when we were previously told it wasn't available on one particular evening.

An Unforgettable Family Stay at Ikos Olivia We stayed at Ikos Olivia for five nights with our family, and it was truly one of the best all-inclusive experiences we’ve ever had. This was our first time at an Ikos resort, and we chose Olivia after friends—who have been visiting Ikos Oceania for years—highly recommended it. We picked Ikos Olivia because of the private pool, and it turned out to be the perfect choice. If you’re traveling with children, this place is simply exceptional. The Kids Club is the main attraction for any parent. The staff take such great care of the kids and keep them happily busy with fun and creative activities. It gives parents a real chance to relax, knowing their little ones are in the best hands. The food at all the restaurants was outstanding—every meal was a pleasure. And the Deluxe Collection team deserves a special mention. Their WhatsApp service is brilliant—it makes communication so easy and smooth. But what truly sets Ikos Olivia apart is the staff. You hardly ever hear “no” to anything you ask for. Everyone goes out of their way to make sure guests are happy. The level of warmth, professionalism, and attention to detail is something very special. A special appreciation for the housekeeping team—they are the unsung heroes of this resort. I’ve stayed in many hotels around the world, and I’ve rarely seen such dedication. The rooms are cleaned twice a day, always with a smile, and never once did we come back to find the room skipped. They somehow find the perfect time to make sure everything is spotless. It’s small details like this that make a big difference. Ikos Olivia is the perfect combination of luxury, relaxation, and genuine hospitality. Unfortunately, our next holiday season is already quite full, but we’re definitely going to squeeze in at least five days at one of the Ikos resorts. A special mention to the GM for leading such a wonderful team and running such a fantastic resort. Thank you, Ikos Olivia, for an unforgettable stay—we can’t wait to return! Family Das

We had an amazing stay! The service was absolutely perfect, with excellent restaurants and a fantastic breakfast. The beach service was impeccable as well. We came as a couple and really enjoyed it – there are quite a lot of children around, but the many “adults only” areas made it just perfect for us. Highly recommend! :-)

We recently spent 10 unforgettable days at Ikos Olivia, and it was nothing short of exceptional from start to finish. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warmth, efficiency, and genuine smiles that instantly set the tone for a truly relaxing holiday. The resort itself is stunning — beautifully landscaped gardens, olive trees, and a peaceful atmosphere that makes you feel completely at ease. Everything is perfectly maintained, and the layout ensures that even when the hotel is full, it never feels crowded. Our room was modern, spacious, and spotless, with every detail carefully thought out for comfort and convenience. Housekeeping was flawless, and the little touches each day made us feel truly cared for. We mainly dined at Flavors, and it was consistently excellent. The variety, quality, and presentation of the food were all impressive, and the staff went above and beyond to make every meal enjoyable. The team there deserve a special mention — always friendly, attentive, and genuinely eager to ensure guests have a wonderful experience. There are many restaurants to dine at and even a dining out experience which are all included in the holiday. We took advantage of using one of the Tesla cars for the day which is also included, so it was nice to have a ride around. A shuttle bus was organised for us to go to the Cosmos Mediterranean shopping centre which is well worth a visit. The beach and pool areas were equally impressive — clean, calm, and beautifully maintained. There were always loungers available, and the service was seamless, with staff bringing drinks and snacks right to your sunbed. The crystal-clear water and relaxed atmosphere made it the perfect place to unwind. What really makes Ikos Olivia stand out, though, is the incredible staff. Every single person we met was professional, kind, and genuinely passionate about making guests feel special. The level of service here is second to none — nothing ever feels like too much trouble. After 10 days of pure relaxation, we left feeling completely refreshed and already planning our return. Ikos Olivia is a true gem — where luxury, comfort, and heartfelt hospitality come together perfectly. Thank you to everyone at Ikos Olivia for making our stay so memorable — we can’t wait to be back! 🌺

We stayed 5 nights at Ikos Olivia and had a fantastic experience! The level of service here is truly incredible, and the food is absolutely out of this world — you really have to try all the à la carte restaurants, each one is a delight. The resort is also family-friendly, though we felt that a bit more entertainment for small kids would make it even better. Still, the kids’ options are good overall, and everything else was just perfect. We definitely need another stay at this amazing place!