Scores at a Glance
Blue Bay Resort HotelIkos Aria
Overall
8.2
9.3
Beach
8.1
8.8
Food
7.8
9.4
Service
8.7
9.4
Rooms
8.2
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Value
8.3
8.2
Scores out of 10 — higher is better
Quick Stats
8.2
Overall Score
9.3
4-star
Star Rating
5-star
4.4 (1,795)
Google Rating
4.7 (673)
From $64
Price / Night (pp)
From $378
No
Adults Only
No
Yes
Kids' Club
Yes
Near coast
Beachfront
Oceanfront
Mid-size
Resort Size
Grand
33 min
Airport Transfer
20 min
All Scores
8.1
Beach
8.8
7.8
Food
9.4
8.7
Service
9.4
8.2
Rooms
—
8.8
Pools
—
8.3
Value
8.2
8.5
Family
9.3
8.1
Quiet
—
8.1
Adventure
—
Vibes
Yes
Quiet
Yes
Yes
Adventure
Yes
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Romance
Yes
Activities
Yes
Spa
Yes
Yes
Water sports
Yes
Yes
Kids
Yes
Blue Bay Resort Hotel
- 6 pools
- 2 restaurants & bars
- Full-service spa
- 33 min from HER
Ikos Aria
- Infinite Lifestyle all-inclusive
- Michelin-starred dining
- Private beach with water sports
- Dine-out at local restaurants
Pros — Blue Bay Resort Hotel
- Strong sea-view setting.
- Six official pools including two children pools.
- Good access to Mononaftis Bay for clear-water swimming and snorkeling.
Pros — Ikos Aria
- Consistently strong guest sentiment for service, food and family ease.
- Beachfront setting with pools, kids facilities and upscale all-inclusive inclusions.
- Good fit for families and couples who want calm luxury rather than nightlife.
Cons — Blue Bay Resort Hotel
- Not directly beachfront.
- All-inclusive drinks are limited to local options and specific hours.
- Hillside layout may not suit mobility-sensitive travelers.
Cons — Ikos Aria
- Premium pricing can feel high if travelers do not use the included experiences.
- Restaurant reservations can require planning.
- Not ideal for travelers who want to walk into a large town every night.