Ikos Olivia
The Ikos that put Halkidiki on the map, seven à la carte restaurants, a 300m private beach, and the upgraded Deluxe Collection suites.
Last verified June 2026. Beach is the weakest mark at 8.4. No resort can pay to change a score. See the full Palmprint file
About This Resort
The Ikos that put Halkidiki on the map — seven à la carte restaurants, a 300m private beach, and the upgraded Deluxe Collection suites. It's the more grown-up, gardens-and-greenery side of the Ikos family, though still family-capable. A safe bet for refined Greek all-inclusive. Best May through September.
Highlights
- First Ikos resort in Halkidiki
- Seven à la carte restaurants
- 300m private beach
- Deluxe Collection suites
Activities & Experiences
- Spa & Wellness
- Water Sports
- Kids Activities
Guest Reviews
Just back from Ikos Olivia with the boys and we had a great time. Resort is in top shape, food is genuinely good everywhere, and the service across the board is what makes this place stand out. Overall 10/10 A few people we want to call out: Antonia at the Deluxe concierge — looked after us from th...
We have been to ikos for 10 years and this was the best resort we have stayed in. The staff as always were wonderful, but here they went above and beyond to ensure we had the best time possible. Vasili, Antonia, Elena, Tasos & Nikolas were all amazing with us and our 9 month old. Including personall...
We had a lovely time here as a young family. Staff were incredibly friendly. Vicky who runs the wine tasting events was a fantastic host and we are feeling very grateful to have met her. Plate smashing in Ouzo restaurant, great food, wine and family activities. Well done team.
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...
We had an exceptional time at Ikos Olivia. We could want for nothing. We stayed in a deluxe collection 1 bedroom garden bungalow and it was beautiful. The housekeeping team were consistent and we had the opportunity to select our own pillows! Which made for such a comfortable sleep every night. It w...
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 50 minutes from SKG, 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 Halkidiki, 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 SKG
Before you book
- Fly into
- SKGThessaloniki Airport Makedonia
- Airport transfer
- About 50 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 Olivia, item by item, with what we checked it against.
| What you'd expect to pay for | Status |
|---|---|
| Premium & à la carte diningUnlimited a la carte dining at Michelin-chef-curated restaurants | Included |
| Top-shelf liquorPremium branded spirits and 300-label wine cellar | Included |
| Room service24-hour room service | Included |
| Wi-Fi | Included |
| In-room minibarRestocked daily with branded drinks | Included |
| Motorized water sportsWaterskiing, jet ski, ringo rides at extra charge | Costs extra |
| Non-motorized water sportsKayak, SUP, canoes, pedalos; windsurfing 1 hr per stay | Included |
| Spa treatmentsAnne Semonin spa treatments extra; Deluxe Collection includes two treatments | Costs extra |
| Off-site excursionsDine Out at local restaurants and complimentary MINI drive adventure included; other excursions extra | Partly included |
| Kids' clubHeroes Kids Club (4-12) and Just4Teens free; creche payable | Included |
| Airport transfersComplimentary private transfers for Deluxe Collection guests only | 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
Flavours beachfront buffet plus five a la carte venues incl. The Garden; six bars (Lobby, Beach, Pool, Deluxe Pool, All Day, Teatro); Dine Out programme at local restaurants
Lagoon pool with swim-up bar, children's paddling pools, heated indoor spa pool
450 m Blue Flag sandy beach on the sheltered Toroneos Gulf, Halkidiki — calm shallow water per operator 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.
Who fits where at Ikos Olivia
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 Olivia
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
- Two Bedroom Bungalow Suite Beachfront, Deluxe Two Bedroom Bungalow Suite
- Dinner reservations
- Needed at some restaurants
- Can a family of 5 stay in one room at Ikos Olivia?
- Yes. Ikos Olivia has room categories that sleep 5 or more in one key: Deluxe Two Bedroom Bungalow Suite. 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 Olivia have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. Ikos Olivia runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
Taking a group
Interconnecting family rooms in select categories; nightclub open until 2am, open-air theatre with stage shows, musicals and beach parties
- Connecting rooms
- Limited, book early
- Nightlife
- Lively, bars running late
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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 Olivia
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 and beach, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value8.5Medium confidence
- Inclusions
- 9.1
- Family Ease
- 9.0
- Price Pressure
- 7.6
- Relative Brand Value
- 8.6
price_vs_inclusion_and_brand_comparison_analysis
Service9.2High confidence
- Consistency
- 9.0
- Staff Warmth
- 9.3
- Family Support
- 9.2
guest_sentiment_analysis
Beach8.4Medium confidence
- Sand
- 8.2
- Beachfront
- 9.2
- Scenic Drama
- 7.5
- Swimmability
- 8.5
beach_quality_and_guest_sentiment_analysis
Dining9.1High confidence
- Guest Sentiment
- 9.2
- Included Dine Out
- 8.9
- A La Carte Quality
- 9.0
- Wine And Bar Inclusions
- 9.0
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Family9.2High confidence
- Family Rooms
- 9.0
- Shallow Beach
- 8.8
- Compact Layout
- 9.3
- Kids Facilities
- 9.1
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What it does best
- Strong family fit with shallow beach, pools, kids facilities and compact layout.
- Very strong food and service reputation for an all-inclusive.
- Good value within the Ikos portfolio relative to newer or more famous properties.
Where it costs you
- Less glamorous setting than some newer Ikos resorts.
- Beach and surrounding area are pleasant but not the most dramatic in Greece.
- Peak-season pricing still requires using the inclusions to feel worthwhile.
What else the research turned up
Things to know before you book
- Ikos Olivia is one of the more compact and easier-to-navigate Ikos resorts, which can be a major advantage for families with younger children.
- The setting is calm and practical rather than dramatic; choose it for easy luxury all-inclusive comfort, not destination spectacle.
- Some areas have been redesigned, but travelers comparing newer Ikos properties should verify room style and category carefully.
What guests say
Most loved
- Service and staff warmth
- Food and all-inclusive inclusions
- Family-friendly layout and facilities
- Compact, easy resort footprint
Most common complaints
- Less dramatic location than newer Ikos resorts
- High price in peak season
- Some room-style comparisons with newer properties
Things people wish they had known
- This may be the best Ikos choice for travelers who prioritize ease and compact layout.
- Gerakini is useful for a small local walk but not a major nightlife or sightseeing base.
- Room category matters if comparing Olivia with newer Ikos resorts.
From Reddit
Reddit Ikos discussions mention Olivia positively as a family-friendly, better-value Ikos option, while broader Ikos threads debate high prices and whether the brand’s inclusions justify the cost.
Everything we read on Ikos Olivia
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 | 50°F | 36°F | 7 (a wet month) | No |
| Feb | 52°F | 37°F | 6 (a wet month) | No |
| Mar | 57°F | 41°F | 6 (a wet month) | No |
| Apr | 66°F | 48°F | 5 | No |
| May | 75°F | 57°F | 5 | Yes |
| Jun | 84°F | 64°F | 3 | Yes |
| Jul | 88°F | 68°F | 2 | Yes |
| Aug | 88°F | 68°F | 2 | Yes |
| Sep | 81°F | 63°F | 3 | Yes |
| Oct | 72°F | 55°F | 5 | No |
| Nov | 61°F | 46°F | 6 (a wet month) | No |
| Dec | 54°F | 39°F | 7 (a wet month) | No |
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- SKG · Thessaloniki Airport Makedonia
- Transfer
- 50 min
- Address
- Thesi Rahones, Gerakini, Halkidiki 631 00, Greece
- Phone
- +30 2371 440000
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