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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.
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.
A brand new hotel from the leading luxury Ikos brand, the Ikos Aria is a dazzling 5-star hotel every bit as beautiful as the island of Kos it resides on. Elegant, stylish, and blessed with its own private beach, the IKOS Aria has a host of impressive facilities including top restaurants, an onsite spa, and 47 verdant acres of land.
There are five pools on the grounds with separate spa and adults’ options, while the 850-metre beach is a sandy delight with complimentary sun loungers and parasols. Dining at the new hotel is extensive and varied with eight restaurants to choose from – offering modern Greek cuisine, pan-Asian fare, and a host of international specialities prepared by Michelin-starred chefs. Accompanying the restaurants, there are seven bars at the Ikos Aria both indoors and outside in the lavish gardens. The bars serve an array of cocktails, soft drinks, and specially selected wines from the Ikos collection. Rooms are served by 24-hour room service and have modern amenities throughout.
This new Gennadi Grand Resort combines the best in cutting-edge and eco-friendly design. Occupying a serene location in the village of Gennadi in the south of Rhodes, the Gennadi Grand Resort boasts ultra-modern architectural design. The hotel is sensitively built into the surrounding landscape, with green roofs blending into the flora and sunken gardens merging with the landscape. Many of the rooms have shared or private pools and there is the range of amenities that you’d expect in a hotel of this high standard. There are two outdoor swimming pools, a kids’ pool, and a spa with an indoor pool and range of treatments. The hotel also has a floodlit tennis court, fitness centre, and a range of fitness activities available including yoga and aqua pilates. No less than seven restaurants – including a steakhouse, a traditional Greek restaurant and a fine-dining restaurant – provide you with a range of eating options.
The Electra Palace Rhodes is located on the western coast of Rhodes overlooking the clear Aegean Sea. This bright and welcoming modern resort offers elegant rooms with sea, pool or garden views. The beachfront Electra Palace Rhodes Hotel is proud to offer several dining options including the international buffet-style restaurant, Electra’s, Greek restaurant, Orientalista, with Greek specialities such as gyros and souvlaki, Chinese classics at A La Chinoise, and fresh pasta, antipasti and pizza at Al Convento.
Many sports facilities and activities are also a feature of the resort, with tennis courts, yoga classes, scuba lessons and much more. There is first-class childcare service with a kids’ club (4 to 12 years old), and a newly opened crèche (four months up to 4 years old) both accredited with Worldwide Kids Childcare status. The vibrant and picturesque town of Ialyssos (Trianta) is a 5-minute drive or 20-minute walk from the hotel and is bursting with shops, cafes, restaurant and bars. For adventurers, a hike to Filerimos Hill is a must, so tighten up those laces and enjoy stunning views and colourful, bright scenery.
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.
