This all-inclusive family hotel on the beachfront in the Halkidiki region is a hugely popular option for a luxury family holiday in Greece, not least for its summer football academy catering to soccer-mad kids from as young as 18 months. There's also diving (including free introductory pool dives), mountain-biking, tennis and even Greek dance lessons, plus a crèche, kids' clubs and three children's pools. If all that sounds too much like hard work, relax on the loungers by the pools (some heated, and one a lagoon pool with a swim-up bar) or on the beach, both with waiter service. There are also some water sports included.

The sleek accommodation includes bungalows with two bedrooms sleeping up to six, making this a good option for large families or for holidays with grandparents. Interiors are chic and the restaurants and bars top class (with most menus devised by Michelin-starred chefs), but the Dine Out experience also means you can try out local restaurants as part of your all-inclusive holiday package.

What to expect

Football academy
Kids pool
Outdoor pool
Indoor pool
Spa
Crèche
Kids club
Bungalows and gardens at the Ikos Olivia.

Bungalows and gardens at the Ikos Olivia.

Facilities

Childcare (see below).

4 outdoor pools (some heated); 3 kids' pools (including paddling pool) 

Restaurants (Greek, Italian, French and Asian options; kids' menus in all restaurants) and bars (including swim-up).

Private beach (with snacks and drinks service).

Spa with heated indoor–outdoor pool (adult-only); gym; yoga and Pilates sessions.

Football academy (late May–Aug; for ages 18 months–4 years, 5–8 years and 9–14 years; extra charge).

Mountain-biking.

2 tennis courts.

Scuba-diving and watersports including canoeing, SUP paddleboarding and windsurfing (some at extra charge)

Beach volleyball; table tennis; badminton; mini football; pedaloes; water polo.

Dance lessons.

Evening entertainment.

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Accommodation

142 rooms and junior suites and 149 private bungalow suites, all with balcony or private garden. Some have sea view. Some bungalow suites have beachfront settings and/or private pools.

Superior doubles sleep up to 3; Panorama junior suites sleep up to 4; 1-bedroom bungalow suites sleep up to 4; 2-bedroom bungalow suites sleep up to 6. 

Outdoor pools at the Ikos Olivia.

Outdoor pools at the Ikos Olivia.

Childcare

Book before you arrive in resort to guarantee space.

Heros Crèche (ages 4 months–3 years; morning, afternoon and evening sessions available; Apr-Oct; extra charge).

Heros Kids' Club (ages 4–11 years; morning, afternoon and evening sessions available; Apr-Oct; free of charge).

Just4Teens (ages 12+ years; morning and afternoon sessions; July and Aug; free of charge).

Babysitting (extra charge).

Location

Ikos Olivia is in the Halkidiki region of north-east Greece around a one-hour transfer from Thessaloniki airport.

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Beach bungalows at the Ikos Olivia.

Beach bungalows at the Ikos Olivia.

Two-bedroom beachfront bungalow suite at the Ikos Olivia.

Two-bedroom beachfront bungalow suite at the Ikos Olivia.

Football fun at Ikos Olivia.

Football fun at Ikos Olivia.