Kos, Kefalos
Based on 2589 traveller reviews
Set right on the Koan beach, Ikos Aria is a haven for those who want leisure and pleasure - in equimeasure! This destination resort hotel is the embodiment of all inclusiveness. Like all Ikos resorts, Aria enjoys the exclusive Infinite Lifestyle programme, and the hotel really goes the extra mile when it comes to your comfort. From the complimentary Tesla for off the beaten track exploring to the plethora of included activities to the first class food and drink, Ikos Aria offers a 360° holistic holiday experience.
Your home away begins as soon as you step inside. Staff welcome you like old friends, while the low key boho beach decor is modern, casual and classy. Once installed, stroll the beautifully manicured gardens (there are 47-acres so this might take a while) to get to the golden sands of Kefalos beach and the enticing azure waters of the Aegean. The beach is well stocked with plenty of sunbeds and parasols (with waiters to bring you fresh fruit, delicious cocktails and chilled water), so it’s no hardship to stay a while!
All inclusive luxury dining takes on a new meaning at Ikos Aria. There’s so much to choose from including locally inspired cuisine, informal buffet options, and Michelin starred menus taken al fresco. The dine out option (where you eat in one of the local tavernas at no extra cost) is a great addition to the all inclusivity and is a fantastic way to enjoy a bit of Greek authenticity while in Kos.
Eating and drinking play a big part at Ikos Aria. Eight restaurants span the globe’s different culinary styles, giving a new definition of travelling with taste! All the restaurants have menus created by Michelin-starred chefs and an incredibly well-stocked wine cellar means that you are spoiled for choice.
Choose from delicious succulent meats, fresh produce and more at this Mediterranean style buffet. A selection of excellent wines is also available.
Open: 07:00 – 10.30, 12:30 – 14:30 and 18:30 – 21:30
Enjoy beautiful views of the Aegean as you choose from innovative options from the menu designed by Michelin starred chef Lazarou. Taste contemporary Greek dishes with a twist washed down with excellent wine pairings.
Open: 08:00 – 11:00, 12:30 – 17:00 and 18:30 – 22:30
Reservations are required for dinner, children’s menus are available and shorts and flip flops are not permitted for dinner.
Immerse yourself in the delicious cuisine traditional to the island of Kos, including fresh seafood and local produce.
Open: 08:00 - 11:00, 13:00 - 17:00, 18:30 - 22:30
Reservations are required, children’s menus are available and shorts and flip flops are not permitted.
Enjoy beautiful views of the Aegean as you choose from fresh, authentic Italian dishes with a twist, designed by Michelin starred chef Ettore Botrini.
Open: 08:00 – 11:00, 12:30 – 17:00 and 18:30 – 22:30
Reservations are required for dinner, children’s menus are available and shorts and flip flops are not permitted for dinner.
Famous Chef Katsu has specially designed a menu full of favourite dishes from Asia, with influences from India, China, Thailand and more. Relax on the terrace or enjoy the fresh, bright interiors of the restaurant.
Open: 18:30 – 22:30
Reservations are required, children’s menus are available and shorts and flip flops are not permitted.
Overlooking Ikos Aria’s swimming pool, Provence is an elegant restaurant featuring a menu full of classic French cuisine from the Provence region. Designed by Michelin starred chef Anthony Jehanno, this is the perfect place for a relaxed dinner.
Open: 18:30 – 22:30
Reservations are required, children’s menus are available and shorts and flip flops are not permitted.
Enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean in a relaxed yet refined setting. Choose from an a la carte menu with ingredients sourced daily from sustainable producers and local markets.
Open: 08:00 - 11:00, 13:00 - 16:00 and 18:30 - 22:30 - Breakfast and Lunch is for Deluxe Guests only.
Reservations are required for dinner, children’s menus are available and shorts and flip flops are not permitted for dinner.
There are nine bars to choose from during your stay, each featuring their own atmosphere and expert mixologists. Watch as the bartenders create exotic cocktails behind the bar, or choose from the excellent selection of fine wines, beers, spirits and champagnes.
Indulge yourself and enjoy the flavours of the a la carte menu inspired by Spanish cuisine. Taste Spanish dishes with a modern twist designed by acclaimed Chef David Ibarboure.
Open: 18:30 - 22:30
Reservations are required, children’s menus are available and shorts and flip flops are not permitted.
Ikos Aria’s Dine Out options include a selection of restaurants offering the best of Kos’ fantastic cuisine. Venture out to some of the best local restaurants, each of which has been selected by the hotel’s expert staff.
The long stretch of private beach offers much in the way of R’n’R, but if you do want to stretch yourself, why not swim across the Aegean to the little island of Kastri? For more leisurely pursuits, the resort has lots of swimming pools in its lovely gardens, including an adults only and a splash zone for the children.
Right in front of the hotel guests will find an 850m stretch of golden sands where you can make the most of the sun loungers or paddle in the cool waters. Waiters will bring delicious snacks and refreshments straight to your sunbed, and children over four years can be entertained by the staff as you try water sports or just relax. The childcare service is complimentary for up to 30 minutes.
Choose from five swimming pools, including two large outdoor pools, an exclusive deluxe collection pool, a spa pool and an adult’s only swimming pool. You can also enjoy waiter service straight to your lounger, as well as sunbeds, parasols and terraces to relax on.
Families are wonderfully catered for at Ikos Aria. Exciting, age appropriate activities - both in and out of the water - meaning there is no time to be bored. A creche, a kids’ club, a teen club and a football academy are just the beginning
Your little ones will be taken care of while you spend the day at the beach or in the spa. Expert staff are on hand to ensure children are entertained and kept safe.
Ages: 4 months – 4 years
Open: 10:00 – 13:00, 13:00 – 15:00 and 15:00 – 18:00
Children can take part in lots of activities and fun with other guests their own age in the Mini Club. Childcare experts will arrange sports, arts and crafts and more throughout the day.
Ages: 4 – 12 years
Open: 10:00 – 13:00, 13:00 – 15:00 and 15:00 – 18:00
The Teen Club allows older children to keep active and make new friends with a variety of activities. Expert staff can arrange a variety of activities, including sports, cooking and lots more.
Ages: 13 – 17 years
Open: 10:00 – 13:00 and 15:00 – 18:00 during high season
Football lovers and newbies can learn new skills and practice their game with professionals on hand to coach them.
Ages: 5 – 14 years
Open: Monday to Saturday 09:15 – 09:55 for 18 months – 4 years, 10:00 – 12:00 for 5 – 8 years and 17:00 – 19:00 for 9 – 14 years
Why not devote some of your time on holiday to your own well-being? Unwind fully and let the trained therapists at Ikos Spa treat you to something a little special. Ikos Aria’s beautifully appointed spa offers the rare experience of total relaxation.
Guests will leave Ikos Aria’s spa feeling fully relaxed and refreshed after choosing from an extensive menu of treatments. Choose from massages, facials, body wraps, couples’ therapies and lots more. There is also a heated pool with beautiful views from floor length windows, a steam room and a sauna.
Keep fit and active at the hotel’s fitness studio during your stay. The air conditioned room contains state of the art fitness equipment, including cardio and strength machines.
Choose from hair treatments and cuts, as well as manicures, pedicures and more at the Ikos Aria’s nail salon and hairdressing salon. There is also a beauty corner which sells Anne Sémonin products.
Ikos Aria offers a choice of fantastic activities and sports to try during your stay. There are four tennis courts, aqua aerobics classes, yoga, mini football, pilates, giant chess and lots more. Some activities may incur an extra charge.
Choose from beach volleyball, canoeing, an introductory scuba diving lesson, pedalos, windsurfing and more on the hotel’s exclusive beach.
Guests coming to Ikos Aria will find it set between the Dodecanese sunshine and coastline on the southwest coast of Kos. The island is one of the largest of the 15 Dodecanese islands (there are 150 more islets), so visitors should expect plenty of medieval castles, Byzantine churches and ancient archaeological sites. Kos is packed full of the latter and the Roman Auditorium, the Roman Villa and the Church of St. John the Baptist are all found in Kos town, about 45-minutes away. If you like your history a little more ancient than that, the 100 million-year-old Cave of the White Stone is just a 20-minutes drive from the resort.
Ikos Aria is found on the golden sands of Agios Stefanos. The beach is by far one of the most photogenic on the island and promises lots of fun in the sun for everyone. If you do feel like you should be soaking up the culture as well as the sun while you’re there, wander over to the pair of 5th century AD churches that are found right on the beach. The Kastri islet, which is home to the blue and white chapel dedicated to fishermen, is within swimming (or pedalo-ing) distance. Kos Town, with its superb medieval castle and handsome harbour is packed full of fishing boats, fancy yachts, waterfront cafes, local tavernas and little boutiques. The volcanically heated pools of Agios Fokas are just another 10 minutes further on.
max 2 adults
These stylish and chic rooms have a neutral palate with panoramic windows offering a view of the landscaped hotel gardens. Choose from a twin or king size bed, and there is also a comfortable seating area, flat screen TV and an en suite bathroom.
31m²
Sleeps up to 2 adults
Continuing the elegant and stylish décor found throughout the rest of the Ikos Aria complex, these rooms have panoramic windows with views of the sparkling sea. Choose from a twin or queen size bed, and relax in the comfortable seating area. There is also a flat screen TV and an en suite bathroom with shower or bathtub.
31m²
Sleeps up to 1 adults
Continuing the elegant and stylish décor found throughout the rest of the Ikos Aria complex, these rooms have panoramic windows with views of the sparkling sea. Choose from a twin or queen size bed, and relax in the comfortable seating area. There is also a flat screen TV and an en suite bathroom with shower or bathtub.
31m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults
Relax in the chic interiors as you take in the views of the hotel’s landscaped gardens through floor length windows. Choose from a twin or queen size bed and enjoy a private balcony, flat screen TV, and take in the side sea views and beautiful landscaped gardens. There is also a large en suite bathroom with shower or bathtub.
31m²
Sleeps up to 1 adult
Relax in the chic interiors as you take in the views of the hotel’s landscaped gardens through floor length windows. Choose from a twin or queen size bed and enjoy a private balcony, flat screen TV, and take in the side sea views and beautiful landscaped gardens. There is also a large en suite bathroom with shower or bathtub.
31m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults
Enjoy the elegant interiors with modern touches of luxury as you relax on comfortable beds or enjoy the flat screen TV. The panoramic windows offer views of the sparkling Aegean Sea, and there is also a balcony with comfortable seating. Rooms come with twin or queen size bed and also have a large en suite bathroom with shower or bathtub.
31m²
Sleeps up to 1 adult
Enjoy the elegant interiors with modern touches of luxury as you relax on comfortable beds or enjoy the flat screen TV. The panoramic windows offer views of the sparkling Aegean Sea, and there is also a balcony with comfortable seating. Rooms come with twin or queen size bed and also have a large en suite bathroom with shower or bathtub.
31m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child
The spacious suites offer plenty of room for families. Junior Suites offers chic and elegant décor and large floor length windows leading out onto a private balcony. Enjoy comfortable seating, a queen size bed, sofa bed, a flat screen TV and large en suite bathroom with shower.
40m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child
Enjoy bright and airy indoor and outdoor living, with plenty of space for families and elegant décor throughout. There is a private garden with a seating area and all Junior Suites have floor length windows which offer views across the garden. Rooms come with a queen size bed, sofabed, a flat screen TV and a large en suite bathroom with shower.
40m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child
The spacious suites offer plenty of room for families. Junior Suites offers chic and elegant décor and large floor length windows leading out onto a private balcony. Panorama Junior Suites are located on higher floors and boast unrivaled views of the sparkling Aegean Sea. Rooms come with a queen size bed, sofabed, a flat screen TV and large en suite bathroom with a shower and bathtub.
45m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 2 children
Perfect for families or couples wanting to enjoy the spacious rooms, the one bedroom suites have a separate living room and bedroom. Enjoy the elegant décor throughout the suite, as well as panoramic windows which lead out to your private gardens. Outside, soak in the views of the Aegean Sea as you relax on comfortable seating. The suites also have a queen size bed, sofabed and an en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub.
58m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child
These luxurious suites are located close to the golden sands of the beach and enjoy a private garden with sun loungers. Inside guests can enjoy floor length windows with beautiful views of Ikos Aria’s landscaped gardens and combines a bedroom and living room in one open plan design. The suites also have a queen size bed, sofabed and a large en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub.
Guests staying in the hotel’s Deluxe accommodation can make the most of the exclusive Deluxe area. Here you’ll find a large swimming pool, and a separate section of the beach. Deluxe guests can also enjoy two complimentary neck and back treatments per stay.
50m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child
These luxurious suites enjoy a private garden with sun loungers and gorgeous views of the gardens. Inside you’ll find chic and elegant décor, floor length windows and combines a bedroom and living room in one open plan design. There is also a queen size bed, sofa bed and a large en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub.
Guests staying in Deluxe accommodation can enjoy their own private area of the resort. There’s a separate swimming pool and section of the beach. Deluxe guests are also offered two complimentary neck and back treatments per stay.
50m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 1 child
These luxurious suites are located close to the golden sands of the beach and enjoy a private garden with sun loungers and views of the Aegean. Inside you’ll find chic and elegant décor, floor length windows with beautiful views and combines a bedroom and living room in one open plan design. There is also a queen size bed, sofa bed and a large en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub.
Guests staying in Deluxe accommodation can enjoy their own private area of the resort. There’s a separate swimming pool and section of the beach. Deluxe guests are also offered two complimentary neck and back treatments per stay.
50m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 2 children
These spacious suites are perfect for families wanting to enjoy space and privacy during their stay. The interiors are large and elegant and have panoramic windows with views down to the Aegean Sea. There is also a balcony with comfortable seating and sea views, as well as a queen size bed, sofa bed and an en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub.
Guests staying in one of the hotel’s Deluxe accommodation rooms can enjoy exclusive facilities. There’s a separate swimming pool and section of the beach, as well as two complimentary neck and back treatments per stay.
77m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 2 children
Located on the beach front, these spacious and elegant bungalows are perfect for families wanting to enjoy some space and privacy. There is a separate living room with sofabed and bedroom with queen size bed, both with full length windows with panoramic views of the sea and your private garden. There are loungers outside, as well as a seating area and an en suite bathroom inside with a shower and bathtub.
Deluxe guests can enjoy added exclusive benefits during their stay, including a separate swimming pool and section of the beach and two complimentary neck and back treatments per stay.
50 - 60m²
Sleeps up to 3 adults and 2 children
These bright and spacious suites are perfectly located on the seafront and offer a private garden with your own swimming pool, loungers and seating area. Inside you’ll find a separate bedroom with queen size bed and living room with a sofabed, as well as an en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub.
Guests staying in the Ikos Aria’s Deluxe rooms can enjoy extra luxuries, including an exclusive swimming pool, separate area of the beach and two complimentary neck and back treatments per stay.
77m²
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 2 children
Located in a quiet area of the hotel, close to the beach, the two bedroom bungalows are spacious and private, perfect for families and small groups. There are two separate bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and one with twin beds, two bathrooms with shower and bathtub, a living room with a sofabed, and a spacious garden with your own private swimming pool. The interiors feature large windows with beautiful views and elegant décor.
Guests can also enjoy exclusive Deluxe features, including a separate area of the beach and a Deluxe swimming pool, as well as two complimentary neck and back treatments per stay.
107m²
Sleeps up to 4 adults and 2 children
Enjoy these large and elegant bungalows with bright and spacious interiors and luxury private gardens with a swimming pool. Take in beautiful views of the landscaped gardens and Aegean Sea from the garden and floor length windows, and make the most of the easy access to the beach. There are two bedrooms, one with a queen size bed and one with twin beds, each with an en suite bathroom with shower and bathtub, as well as a separate living room with a sofabed.
Guests can also enjoy the Deluxe amenities of the hotel, which include a separate area of the beach and a swimming pool just for Deluxe guests. You can also choose two complimentary neck and back treatments per stay.
80 - 90m²
Ikos Deluxe Collection Additional Features
Dedicated Ikos Deluxe Collection Manager,
Exclusive check in and check out,
Deluxe Concierge service,
Complimentary spa treatment (two “neck & back” massage per room/per stay),
Deluxe Collection swimming pool,
Exclusive area on the beach,
One special dinner set on the beach,
Upgraded beach and pool service including unique snacks and cocktails,
Bottle of Champagne upon arrival,
Upgraded mini bar offerings,
Premium bathroom amenities,
Upgraded room service menu,
Pillow menu selection,
Kid’s movies library, PlayStation 4 (on request),
Dedicated Deluxe Concierge,
Ikos premium beach bag.
(applicable only to Deluxe room types)
Honeymooners receive a romantic candlelight dinner, sparkling wine upon arrival and a farewell gift (wedding certificate to be presented upon check in).
A minimum stay of 5 nights is required.
Based on 2589 traveller reviews
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Absolutely amazing!
Helene B,
Apr 16 2024
Outstanding
Amy D,
Apr 14 2024
We've been finding people their own slice of paradise for 50 years, and like to think we're pretty good at it.
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