Ikos Kissamos
Ikos Kissamos at a glance
- Location
- Kissamos
- Guests
- All ages welcome
- The plan
- All-inclusive
- Setting
- On the beachfront
- Guest rating
- 4.7 / 5 on Google176 reviews
- Photos
- Palmprint
- 8.8 / 10
- Best months
- May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep
- Pools
- 8 pools
- Airport transfer
- CHQAbout 45 minutes
- Dining
- 7 restaurants
- Drinks
- 4 bars
About Ikos Kissamos
Ikos keeps expanding and they keep getting it right. Kissamos is their newest Crete property, 53 acres, seven restaurants with Michelin-starred chefs, and their Infinite Lifestyle concept where you can dine out at local restaurants on their tab. If you've done Ikos before you know the standard. If you haven't, this would be a great first one.
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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights
- 1. Superior Double Room Balcony Pool View: view room details
- 2. Superior Double Room Private Garden Garden View: view room details
Checked Sep 15, 2026 · Sample details
Dates shown are check-in dates. 2 of 2 rooms across 1 of 4 planned stay dates. Missing prices are not estimates.
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Ikos Kissamos
Things to know
before you go
Ikos Kissamos is the newest and least time-tested of the three resorts in this batch, so sentiment confidence is lower despite strong early evidence.
The property has strong new-build upside:414 rooms, a long beachfront, seven restaurants and eight pools.
It is best for travelers who want Ikos-style all-inclusive luxury in western Crete and are comfortable booking a resort in its first operating season.
Because the resort is near Kissamos, it is better positioned for western Crete exploration than for nightlife or city access.
Hidden tips
Treat 2026 guest reviews as especially important because the resort is still building its operational track record.
Book restaurant times early, especially for shorter stays.
Use the location for Balos, Falassarna and western Crete exploring if logistics align.
Compare Deluxe Collection value carefully; the core Ikos inclusion set is already strong.
Things guests wish they had known
Ikos Kissamos is a new 2026 opening, so its long-term guest consensus is not yet as mature as older Ikos resorts.
The resort is near Kissamos in western Crete, not in the busier Chania resort corridor.
The strongest fit is travelers who want a new luxury all-inclusive base for western Crete beaches, food and activities.
Restaurant planning still matters despite the strong all-inclusive model.
Strengths from our research
Brand-new Ikos resort with high-end room and pool infrastructure.
Long beachfront setting in western Crete.
Seven-restaurant all-inclusive dining model.
Strong fit for families, couples and active travelers.
Other considerations from our research
Limited long-term guest review history.
Likely premium pricing.
Opening-year operations may be less proven than older Ikos resorts.
What guests say
Most loved
- New-build room quality and spacious design
- Seven restaurants with strong variety
- Long beachfront setting in western Crete
- Pools, sports facilities and family-friendly infrastructure
- Ikos all-inclusive service model
Most complained about
- Limited mature review history because the resort is newly opened
- High pricing compared with other Crete resorts
- Opening-year operations may still be settling
From Reddit
Reddit was searched during this research pass; no property-specific recurring Ikos Kissamos consensus was found, so Reddit sentiment is treated as unavailable rather than scored.
What’s included
Included
- Premium & à la carte diningIncluded
Unlimited a la carte dining at Michelin-chef-curated restaurants
- Top-shelf liquorIncluded
Premium branded spirits and extensive included wine list
- Room serviceIncluded
24-hour room service
- Wi-FiIncluded
- In-room minibarIncluded
Restocked daily with branded drinks
- Non-motorized water sportsIncluded
Kayak, SUP, pedalos; windsurfing 1 hr per stay
- Kids' clubIncluded
Heroes Kids Club (4-12) free; Heroes Creche (6 mo-4 yr) payable
Not included
- Motorized water sportsCosts extra
Waterskiing, jet ski etc. at extra charge
- Spa treatmentsCosts extra
Anne Semonin spa treatments extra; Deluxe Collection includes two treatments
Included with limits
- Off-site excursionsPartly included
Dine Out at local restaurants and Local Discovery experiences included; other excursions extra
- Airport transfersPartly included
Complimentary private transfers for Deluxe Collection guests only
Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this
- Value
- 7.7 out of 10
- Service
- 8.8 out of 10
- Beach
- 8.9 out of 10
- Dining
- 9.2 out of 10
- Rooms
- 9.1 out of 10
- Pools & Spa
- 9.1 out of 10
Confidence is high across the board except value, service, beach, dining, rooms, luxury, family, romance, adventure, quiet and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.
Score breakdown, research & sources
How we scored Ikos Kissamos
12 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jun 28, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 6 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except value, service, beach, dining, rooms, luxury, family, romance, adventure, quiet and remote work, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value7.7Low confidence
- Inclusion Strength
- 9.0
- New Resort Premium
- 6.9
- Review History Limit
- 6.8
Service8.8Medium confidence
- Brand Service Model
- 9.1
- Early Guest Sentiment
- 8.7
- Opening Year Uncertainty
- 7.7
Beach8.9Medium confidence
- Crowding
- 8.7
- Beach Length
- 9.2
- Sand Quality
- 8.8
- Swimmability
- 8.5
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.6
Dining9.2Medium confidence
- Quality
- 9.1
- Included Wine
- 9.0
- Restaurant Variety
- 9.3
- Early Guest Sentiment
- 9.0
Rooms9.1Medium confidence
- Room Variety
- 9.1
- New Build Condition
- 9.4
- Private Pool Options
- 9.0
- Early Guest Sentiment
- 8.8
Pools & Spa9.1High confidence
- Pool Count
- 9.2
- Pool Variety
- 9.1
- Service Context
- 9.0
- Family Pool Options
- 8.9
Luxury9.1Medium confidence
- Pools
- 9.1
- Rooms
- 9.1
- Dining
- 9.2
- New Build Product
- 9.3
- Service Uncertainty
- 8.4
Family8.9Medium confidence
- Kids Club
- 8.8
- Pool Choice
- 9.1
- Beach Access
- 8.8
- Family Rooms
- 8.9
Romance8.8Medium confidence
- Quiet
- 8.7
- Dining
- 9.2
- Beachfront Setting
- 8.9
- Private Pool Options
- 9.0
Adventure8.8Medium confidence
- Watersports
- 8.6
- Sports Facilities
- 8.9
- Hiking And Beaches
- 8.8
- Western Crete Exploration
- 9.0
Quiet8.7Medium confidence
- Resort Scale
- 8.0
- Beachfront Calm
- 8.7
- Family Activity Level
- 7.8
- Western Crete Location
- 8.8
Remote work8.1Medium confidence
- Wifi
- 8.7
- Quiet
- 8.7
- Room Comfort
- 9.1
- Workspace Context
- 7.2
What it does best
- Brand-new Ikos resort with high-end room and pool infrastructure.
- Long beachfront setting in western Crete.
- Seven-restaurant all-inclusive dining model.
- Strong fit for families, couples and active travelers.
Where it costs you
- Limited long-term guest review history.
- Likely premium pricing.
- Opening-year operations may be less proven than older Ikos resorts.
Room intelligence
- Rooms To Avoid
- Early-opening stays if a fully settled resort operation is essentialThe resort opened in 2026, so early stays carry more operational uncertainty than established Ikos properties.
- Best Room Category
- Deluxe Collection suites or private-pool suitesOfficial and travel-trade sources emphasize Deluxe Collection and private-pool suite categories as the most premium product.
Everything we read on Ikos Kissamos
Restaurants & bars
Palmprint food score 9.2 / 10
- Places to eat
- 7
- A la carte
- 6
- Buffets
- 1
- Bars and lounges
- 4
Cretan · Greek · Thai · Chinese · Indian · Mediterranean · International
Some restaurants take reservations; the rest are walk-in.
Dining at sister resorts is available. Confirm the participating venues and terms for your stay.
Six a la carte venues (incl. Kriti by Ettore Botrini, Anaya, Beach Club) plus The Market buffet; three open-air bars plus Deluxe Lounge pool bar; Dine Out programme at local tavernas
Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.
Rooms & suites
The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Double Room Balcony Pool ViewBack to sampled prices | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published |
| Superior Double Room Private Garden Garden ViewBack to sampled prices | Not published | Not published | Not published | Not published |
More room options (6)
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms | Aspect |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Junior Suite | Sleeps 4 | 646 ft²60 m² | 1 bedroom | Side sea or garden |
| Deluxe One Bedroom Suite | Sleeps 5 | 840 ft²78 m² | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Superior Double Room | Not published | Not published | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Junior Suite | Not published | Not published | 1 bedroom | Not published |
| Deluxe Two Bedroom Suite | Not published | Not published | 2 bedrooms | Not published |
| Deluxe Three Bedroom Suite with Private Pool | Not published | Not published | 3 bedrooms | Not published |
Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.
Pools and the beach
Pools & waterplay
4 heated outdoor pools, 3 heated kids' pools, 1 indoor pool plus splash pad; adult-only pool areas
The beach itself
Sandy beach on sheltered Kissamos Bay (Drapanias area) — shallow, calm water with no strong currents per Crete beach guides; Mediterranean, outside sargassum belt
- 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.
Families & group stays
Bringing the kids to Ikos Kissamos
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
- Rooms that fit a family
- 4 categories, incl. Deluxe Junior Suite, Deluxe One Bedroom Suite
- Dinner reservations
- Needed at some restaurants
- Can a family of 5 stay in one room at Ikos Kissamos?
- Yes. Ikos Kissamos has room categories that sleep 5 or more in one key: Deluxe One Bedroom Suite. The largest stated occupancy is 5. Occupancy rules count most children (and sometimes infants) toward the limit, so confirm your exact ages with the resort when you book.
- Does Ikos Kissamos have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. Ikos Kissamos runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
Taking a group
Interconnecting family rooms in select categories (brand-wide); nightly live shows, movie nights, amphitheatre performances and occasional White Party
- Connecting rooms
- Limited, book early
- 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.
When to go
Best months: May to Sep
Real seasons here: highs run from 59°F in January to 86°F in July, and the wet months run Oct to Mar.
Jan
Cool59°F / 15°C8 rain daysFeb
Cool59°F / 15°C6 rain daysMar
Cool63°F / 17°C5 rain daysApr
Fine70°F / 21°C3 rain daysMay
Best77°F / 25°C2 rain daysJun
Best84°F / 29°C0 rain daysJul
Best86°F / 30°C0 rain daysAug
Best86°F / 30°C0 rain daysSep
Best82°F / 28°C1 rain daysOct
Wet75°F / 24°C4 rain daysNov
Cool68°F / 20°C5 rain daysDec
Cool61°F / 16°C7 rain days
Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.
Monthly climate data
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 59 degrees Fahrenheit | 59 degrees Fahrenheit | 63 degrees Fahrenheit | 70 degrees Fahrenheit | 77 degrees Fahrenheit | 84 degrees Fahrenheit | 86 degrees Fahrenheit | 86 degrees Fahrenheit | 82 degrees Fahrenheit | 75 degrees Fahrenheit | 68 degrees Fahrenheit | 61 degrees Fahrenheit |
| Rain days | 8 days | 6 days | 5 days | 3 days | 2 days | 0 days | 0 days | 0 days | 1 day | 4 days | 5 days | 7 days |
| Verdict | Cool | Cool | Cool | Fine | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Wet | Cool | Cool |
Getting to Ikos Kissamos
- Nearest airport
- CHQ · Chania International Airport
- Approximate transfer
- 45 minutes
- Transportation
- Check your package for transfer inclusions and arrangements.
Destination essentials & trip planning
Bay, Kissamos 734 00, Greece · +30 2374 110750
Greece
- Language
- Greek (English widely spoken)
- Currency
- Euro
- Power
- 230V, European Type C/F plugs
- Driving
- On the right
- Main airports
- Athens (ATH) + island airports
- Flight time
- ~9–11h from the US, often via a hub
Who it suits
Three of the 12 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Ikos Kissamos; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
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Fly into CHQ, 45 minutes from the gate; round trips from about $669.
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Storms move flights in season, and the cheapest rates are usually non-refundable.
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An eSIM for the flight and the beach; Wi-Fi is included on the resort but stops at the gate.
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