Head to head
Ikos AriavsValamar Bellevue Resort
Ikos AriaValamar Bellevue Resort
Quick Stats
9.3
Overall Score
9.0
5-star
Star Rating
4-star
4.7 (666)
Google Rating
4.7 (2,881)
$500-800
Price / Night
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No
Adults Only
No
Oceanfront
Beachfront
Near coast
Grand
Resort Size
Mid-size
20 min
Airport Transfer
44 min
All Scores
8.8
Beach
8.7
9.4
Food
8.4
9.4
Service
8.8
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Rooms
8.6
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Pools
8.8
8.2
Value
8.3
9.3
Family
9.2
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Remote work
7.8
Vibes
Ikos Aria
QuietRomanceAdventure
Valamar Bellevue Resort
Activities
Ikos Aria
SpaWater sportsKids
Valamar Bellevue Resort
Water sportsKids
Ikos Aria
- Infinite Lifestyle all-inclusive
- Michelin-starred dining
- Private beach with water sports
- Dine-out at local restaurants
Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Swim-up suites
- 44 min from PUY
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.
Pros — Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Officially confirmed family resort with Maro kids programming
- Strong review-platform scores and large Google review base
- Blue Flag beach context, pools, tennis, swim-up rooms, pet-friendly selected rooms, and strong Wi-Fi evidence
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.
Cons — Valamar Bellevue Resort
- Direct resort-specific Reddit evidence was limited
- Pebble beach and lounger logistics may not satisfy every beach traveler
- Family-centered atmosphere may not suit quiet adult escapes