Ikos Olivia
Gerakini, Halkidiki, Greece
Hotel Highlights
The Marbella Nido, named as an ode to the nests of local birds which would fly every morning to the nearby Corfu castle of San Giovanni, is an elegant hotel that provides a perfect sanctuary on the Greek island of Corfu. There are 70 suites and villas of refined design that make up this resort, as well as a range of other exquisite facilities.
Explore these at your leisure, starting with the bars and restaurants of the MarBella Nido Suite Hotel as well as beachfront and poolside. Pair a refreshing cocktail with some sunbathing by the pool on one of the many comfortable loungers and give over to relaxation here. Rejuvenate in the hotel’s very own spa, or work up a sweat with your fitness routine in the on-site gym. Whatever your style of holiday, the Marbella Nido Suite Hotel & Villas are bound to accommodate, with water sports, activities, trips around Corfu, car rental and more can be organised through the resort.
Overlooking the Ionian Sea, the 5-star Marbella Corfu luxury hotel in Corfu, Greece, is a beach resort surrounded by lush landscaped gardens. Offering a range of dining options and a choice of double, triple, family rooms and suites, this is the perfect resort for couples and families alike.
The Marbella Corfu hotel is beautifully situated amidst an olive grove and the private Agios Ioannis Peristeron beach offering a range of fun and activities to enjoy including water sports hiking and mountain biking and pottery and ceramics to name a few. There is also a Kid’s Club managed by Worldwide Kids which offers the very highest standard of childcare. There are two sea water and fresh water pools, and outdoor Jacuzzi and separate pools for children and babies. There is a relaxing spa with an extensive treatment menu and a state of the art gym. An abundance of restaurants bars are available on site, from international and Greek cuisine to Italian and American specialities.
Offering serene views of the Ionian Sea and a large dose of luxury, Kontokali Bay Hotel and Spa is a top location for rest and relaxation. Located on the bay itself, this five-star hotel puts you within reach of some of Corfu’s most notable attractions, while remaining blissfully peaceful. Lush gardens surround it, while the warm sand of the beach is just footsteps away.
Amenities at the Kontokali Bay Hotel include a sundeck complete with sun loungers, as well as a seawater pool, while there is also an indoor heated pool Kids are well catered for with a designated children’s pool, and mini club to keep them occupied and entertained. Kontokali Bay Resort offers a decadent spa with a heated treatment pool, Jacuzzi, sauna, and steam room. There is also a fitness centre and relaxation room. The hotel boasts three restaurants’ a luxury beachside restaurant, a Mediterranean buffet, and a food court that is perfect for a light lunch.
It truly doesn’t get better than a stay at the five-star Ikos Oceania. Located next to the charming village of Nea Moudania, the luxurious Ikos Oceania resort is the proud recipient of the TripAdvisor 2019 Traveller’s Choice Certificate as well as boasting a Certificate of Excellence. Relaxation of the highest order is guaranteed from check-in to check-out, and with over 15 acres of meticulously maintained gardens and a mass of olive groves and cypress trees, your holiday will be set against a beautiful, traditionally Greek backdrop. The resort features 290 rooms and suites that are all furnished in an elegant style with tranquil colours, and feature stunning views of the verdant gardens or the sparkling Aegean Sea. After a day lounging by the infinity pool, swimming in the sea, and/or enjoying the spa and fitness facilities, the rooms offer a perfect, private setting for further relaxation. The resort boasts a vast choice of restaurants, featuring both contemporary and Mediterranean cuisine, prepared by Michelin-starred chefs, and should you wish to explore the local tavernas and Greek culture, the hotel offers a convenient shuttle service to Nea Moudania.
The 5-star Cayo Exclusive Resort is a luxurious Mediterranean hideaway nestling in one of the most enviable locations in Crete, just above the picturesque village of Plaka in Elounda. Explore the village of Plaka and its iconic beach and visit the historic island of Spinalonga, a UNESCO World Heritage List nominee. Agios Nikolaos, a cosmopolitan seaside town is only a 15-minute car journey from the resort. Cayo Resort’s high-speed watercraft and catamaran are available to charter for a full or half-day tour of the islands of Spinalonga and Kolokytha.
You’ll spend long, lazy days on Plaka beach just below the Cayo Exclusive Resort. After a swim in the crystal clear waters, head for the hotel’s Stone Beach House restaurant for a light lunch or an afternoon cocktail. There are two pools to choose from, a fully equipped gym, a yoga studio and a fabulous spa with a heated indoor pool, a steam room, sauna and a great range of treatments. Cayo’s International Restaurant is the perfect place to start your day with a delicious Greek or international breakfast and finish it with a rich selection of dinner choices. During the day, delectable Mediterranean lunches will be served at the Pool Mediterranean Restaurant while in Cayo’s Greek Gourmet Restaurant you’ll enjoy the Executive Chef’s creative interpretations of rich traditional Greek cuisine. What’s more, the hotel has a fine wine cellar with some exceptional labels to match your dinner choice.
Nestled between a sand-swept beach and a majestic mountainscape, Aeolos Beach Resort offers a great getaway in a beautiful location. Located in the quiet area of Perama, it’s a great all-inclusive option for couples as well as families. While the ultimate attraction is its location, Aeolos Beach resort itself is stylish and modern. There are picturesque gardens and stunning views out to the Ionian Sea, while the beach is just a short walk away.
Proud of its four-star status, the hotel has a range of amenities for guests to enjoy. There are two swimming pools – one for families and one lagoon-style infinity pool for quieter swims. A line of sun loungers with umbrellas surrounds both. The hotel also features a wellness centre, where you can indulge in spa treatments in an open-air gazebo or relax in the sauna. A fitness centre is on hand for more energetic guests. The whole family will enjoy the range of activities on offer – from beach volleyball and tennis to darts, water polo, and ping pong. For younger guests, there’s a playground, kid’s club, and a nightly disco.
The number two all-inclusive resort in the world, according to TripAdvisor, the Ikos Olivia is set on the gorgeous Toroneos Gulf beach. Stretching over 22 acres of landscaped gardens, pristine lawns and olive trees, the Ikos Olivia provides all meals, drinks, including international branded spirits and wines, and cocktails prepared by award-winning mixologists, 24-hour room service, a fully stocked minibar (replenished each day) and daily childcare.
The Ikos Olivia has four swimming pools including a lagoon pool with swim-up bar, two heated outdoor options and a children’s pool. For even more variety, there is a private white-sand beach and a spa. Free activities include tennis, introductory diving, mountain biking, pedaloes, yoga, Pilates and Greek dance lessons. Bedrooms are particularly luxurious, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a choice of private balconies, private pools, pretty gardens and generous terraces. For dinner, you’ll be spoilt for choice – there’s a Greek taverna, a pan-Asian restaurant, an Italian trattoria, a beachfront Mediterranean buffet and an à la carte restaurant that serves Provencal cuisine. The Ikos Olivia also offers a “Dine Out” programme which invites guests to eat at some of the best local restaurants, at no extra cost.
The Ikos Olivia has a beachfront location on the Gulf of Toroneos. It’s a few miles east of Nea Moudania, in the village of Gerakini, and set among rolling hills covered in pine trees. You’ll find plenty of local tavernas and fish restaurants in this area. There’s also a regular free taxi into the nearby resort village of Psakoudia. Head 15 minutes west by car to Olynthos, an ancient archaeological site that was, according to mythology, built to honour the son of Strymonas, King of Thrace, who was killed while lion hunting. Towards the south – a 30-minute drive away – you’ll find Nea Fokea, a coastal town on the eastern side of the Kassandra peninsula in Halkidiki. You can buy fresh fish from local fishing boats, while away an afternoon in a beachfront café, or visit the underground rooms at St Paul’s Passage. Don’t miss a trip to the Byzantine castle of Agios Pavlos, which was built in the Middle Ages to protect against pirate attacks.