Ikos Aria
Ikos on Kos, and the formula is as strong as ever, Michelin-starred kitchens, a private beach, and the signature Infinite Lifestyle perk that lets you dine out at local tavernas on the resort's tab.
Last verified June 2026. Value is the weakest mark at 8.2. No resort can pay to change a score. See the full Palmprint file
About This Resort
Ikos on Kos, and the formula is as strong as ever — Michelin-starred kitchens, a private beach, and the signature Infinite Lifestyle perk that lets you dine out at local tavernas on the resort's tab. Genuinely upscale all-inclusive that never feels like a buffet line. Best May through September.
Highlights
- Infinite Lifestyle all-inclusive
- Michelin-starred dining
- Private beach with water sports
- Dine-out at local restaurants
Activities & Experiences
- Spa & Wellness
- Water Sports
- Kids Activities
Guest Reviews
We enjoyed a stunning week in April at Ikos Aria, their opening week of the season. The resort was spotless, the staff and service exceptional and variety of food and drink was very good. The beaches were lovely, water was crystal clear and options of things to do were excellent from water sports to...
We had a wonderful stay at Ikos Aria. The service was truly exceptional and very attentive throughout our holiday. We really appreciated the beautiful setting, the relaxing atmosphere, and the excellent choice of restaurants, all offering a very enjoyable dining experience. The Deluxe Collection pa...
First visit to an Ikos resort and it was excellent,the hotel is beautiful inside & outside in the grounds,rooms are an excellent Size with numerous choices . The pools & beach are very big so plenty beds and room because the hotel was quite quiet in May but probably busier in school holidays which I...
A great place to have a relaxed and quiet holiday with the whole family. The average impression is very good, our stay was pleasant. Upon arrival, we didn’t get what we requested beforehand (the birthday cake, a bed guard and a step chair), but in the end this was arranged for us. The manager kindly...
A truly amazing time spent in Ikos Aria. This was my first visit and it will definitely not be my last. We had a family wedding in the hotel which was just beautiful. The staff were outstanding, kind, attentive and hard working. Food in the restaurants and poolside delicious and the resort was fanta...
What we recommend
- Find flights (opens in a new tab)Round trips to Greece from about $669
- Airport transfer (opens in a new tab)About 20 minutes from KGS, booked before you flyWe use this every trip
- Rent a car (opens in a new tab)See Greece beyond the resort gates
- Things to do (opens in a new tab)Boat trips and water sports around Kos, Greece
- Travel insurance (opens in a new tab)Cancellations, delays, and the medical bill you hope not to seeWe never travel without it
- Stay connected (opens in a new tab)Data working the moment you land at KGS
Before you book
- Fly into
- KGSKos International Airport
- Airport transfer
- About 20 minutes
- Flight time
- 10 hours or morefrom the US East Coast
- Best months
- May to Sep
- All-inclusive
- Included in the rate
- Kids' club
- Yes
- Largest room
- Sleeps 6
Passport, safety, tipping & more, read before you fly.
Read the country guideAll-inclusive, except the good stuff
That is where trips get expensive: the plan covers the week, then the things you actually wanted are quietly a la carte. Here is the line at Ikos Aria, item by item, with what we checked it against.
| What you'd expect to pay for | Status |
|---|---|
| Premium & à la carte dining7 a la carte plus buffet, no surcharges; Dine Out at local Kos restaurants included | Included |
| Top-shelf liquorPremium branded spirits and extensive wine cellar included | Included |
| Room service24-hour room service | Included |
| Wi-Fi | Included |
| In-room minibarBranded drinks, restocked daily | Included |
| Motorized water sportsJet ski, waterski, scuba and sailing/windsurf academies at extra fee | Costs extra |
| Non-motorized water sportsPedalos, canoes, SUP included plus one free hour of windsurfing per stay | Included |
| Spa treatmentsSpa thermal facilities and gym free; treatments extra | Partly included |
| Off-site excursionsLocal Discoveries: complimentary electric car day and museum Culture Pass (pre-book) | Included |
| Kids' clubAge groups from ~4 months to 17 yrs (UK OFSTED-guided); Heroes club and Just4Teens free, creche at extra cost | Included |
| Airport transfersComplimentary private transfers for Deluxe Collection; otherwise typically extra or package-dependent | Partly included |
Inclusions change and vary by room category and season, so confirm with the resort before booking. How we verify this
What the week is actually like
A few venues take reservations, the rest are walk-in
Complimentary Dine Out experience at local restaurants included
7 heated pools (5 main incl. adults-only and beach pools, 2 kids) plus kids splash pad and indoor spa pool
850m Blue Flag sandy beach on sheltered Kefalos Bay; guests swim/paddle to Kastri islet, snorkeling praised in reviews; Aegean, no sargassum
- Calm water, swimmable straight off the sand
Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.
Who fits where at Ikos Aria
All 8 room categories, from the resort's own accommodations pages.
The right room is personal: a swim-out for the pool people, a top floor for the view people, two real bedrooms and two baths for families who like a little distance. Here's the lineup from the resort's own accommodations pages.
From the resort's own accommodations pages. Categories and occupancy change with renovations, and connecting rooms are usually request-only, so confirm when you book.
Bringing the kids to Ikos Aria
What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.
- Kids' club
- Supervised program
- Teen club
- Dedicated teen program
- Rooms that fit a family
- 4 categories, incl. Junior Suite, Deluxe One Bedroom Bungalow Suite
- Dinner reservations
- Needed at some restaurants
- Can a family of 5 stay in one room at Ikos Aria?
- Yes. Ikos Aria has room categories that sleep 5 or more in one key: Deluxe One Bedroom Bungalow Suite, Deluxe Two Bedroom Beachfront Bungalow Suite, Deluxe Two Bedroom Bungalow Suite with Private Pool. The largest stated occupancy is 6. Occupancy rules count most children (and sometimes infants) toward the limit, so confirm your exact ages with the resort when you book.
- Does Ikos Aria have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. Ikos Aria runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
Taking a group
Family and interconnecting rooms offered; weddings hosted; nightly live entertainment across 9 bars, no nightclub
- Private dining & events
- Bookable
- Connecting rooms
- Available
- Nightlife
- Low-key, quiet by late evening
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Kids' club hours, teen programs and group availability all move with the season. Confirm the specifics with the resort for your dates.
How we scored Ikos Aria
5 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified 28 June 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 1 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except value, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value8.2Medium confidence
- Food Value
- 9.0
- Inclusions
- 9.1
- Price Pressure
- 7.2
- Local Discovery
- 8.5
price_vs_inclusion_analysis
Service9.4High confidence
- Consistency
- 9.2
- Staff Warmth
- 9.5
- Family Support
- 9.3
guest_sentiment_analysis
Beach8.8High confidence
- Sand
- 8.6
- Crowding
- 8.4
- Beachfront
- 9.4
- Swimmability
- 8.8
beach_quality_and_guest_sentiment_analysis
Dining9.4High confidence
- Guest Sentiment
- 9.4
- Wine Inclusions
- 9.3
- A La Carte Depth
- 9.4
- Reservation Friction
- 8.2
dining_inventory_and_guest_sentiment_analysis
Family9.3High confidence
- Pools
- 9.0
- Kids Club
- 9.2
- Family Rooms
- 9.1
- Dining For Children
- 9.2
family_facility_and_guest_sentiment_analysis
What it does best
- 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.
Where it costs you
- 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.
What else the research turned up
Things to know before you book
- Ikos Aria is one of the strongest luxury all-inclusive options for families who want food, service and included activities without a Caribbean-style mega-resort feel.
- Its southwest Kos location is convenient for the airport but not especially walkable to Kos Town.
- The Ikos model is expensive, so value depends on using à la carte dining, included activities and local discovery benefits.
What guests say
Most loved
- Service and staff warmth
- À la carte dining and wine inclusions
- Family facilities and childcare
- Beachfront setting and relaxed atmosphere
Most common complaints
- High price
- Restaurant reservation planning
- Large resort footprint
Things people wish they had known
- Reserve preferred restaurants before arrival when possible.
- The resort is easier for staying on property than spontaneous town exploration.
- Families should compare Deluxe Collection benefits before upgrading.
From Reddit
Ikos discussions on Reddit praise the brand’s food, family ease and included experiences, while recurring debate centers on whether the high nightly rates are justified.
Everything we read on Ikos Aria
May to Sep
Temperature barely moves here across the year, so rain is the whole decision: the wet months run Nov to Mar.
| Month | Average high | Average low | Rain days | One of the best months to visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 59°F | 46°F | 10 (a wet month) | No |
| Feb | 59°F | 46°F | 7 (a wet month) | No |
| Mar | 64°F | 50°F | 6 (a wet month) | No |
| Apr | 72°F | 55°F | 3 | No |
| May | 79°F | 61°F | 1 | Yes |
| Jun | 88°F | 68°F | 0 | Yes |
| Jul | 91°F | 73°F | 0 | Yes |
| Aug | 91°F | 73°F | 0 | Yes |
| Sep | 86°F | 68°F | 1 | Yes |
| Oct | 77°F | 61°F | 3 | No |
| Nov | 68°F | 55°F | 5 (a wet month) | No |
| Dec | 61°F | 48°F | 9 (a wet month) | No |
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- KGS · Kos International Airport
- Transfer
- 20 min
- Address
- Suburban Road, Κέφαλος 853 01, Greece
- Phone
- +30 2242 441000
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