IKOS Kissamos – Crete, Greece
The very latest resort in the uber luxe all inclusive IKOS brand has arrived on the beautiful and lush northwest coast of Crete. Boasting a truly stunning location between craggy mountains and the glimmering horseshoe shaped Balos Bay, it’s set in 53 acres of gardens, landscaped in harmony with the surroundings. And if you’re wanting to switch off completely, not lift a finger, or make a single decision for a whole week, we can’t think of anywhere better. IKOS is designed for guests who want a little bit more. And now, on the spectacular coast of Crete, you can indulge in its promise of “unconditional luxury”.
At A Glance
Luxury Family Hotel
Why We Love It:
For its outstanding all inclusive offering and how the resort blends in beautifully with its natural surroundings.Style:
Contemporary Greek island chic.Location:
On the northwest coast of Crete, just a couple of kilometres from the fishing village of Kissamos, and 45 minutes from Chania and the airport.Rooms:
Luxurious rooms and suites with large terraces or gardens, and many with their own pool and views of the sea.Swimming:
Eight pools dotted around the resort and the warm waters of the Med.Children:
They’ll be pestering to return next year.Accessibility:
There are adapted rooms and facilities for guests with limited mobility.Price:
Available on requestrooms
Each room and suite is an elegant and soothing sanctuary, decorated in earthy tones, with enormous beds and bathrooms. Large bi-fold glass doors open out onto spacious terraces or a private garden, giving a seamless indoor, outdoor feel. Some look out over the gardens and others the sea. Both couples and families can choose from a wide selection, with Junior Suites sleeping up to four, and the larger suites up to seven. The Deluxe Collection has access to an exclusive beach area and a personalised concierge service.
food
With six à la carte restaurants, and menus created by Michelin-starred chefs, the culinary offering here is both exceptional and delicious. From authentic Cretan cuisine, to Asian, pan-Mediterranean, French, Italian and Peruvian, your stay here will take on the feel of a global gastronomic tour. Also included in your stay is the chance to eat in a selection of local tavernas and restaurants, as part of the resort’s Dine Out programme. We absolutely love the food truck concept around the resort, for little snacks throughout the day.
And your children will love the ice cream one! For aperitifs or sundowners, wander to the beach and pool bars, where the mixologists will create something special.
activities
The resort is set in one of the most beautiful parts of Crete, and if you can drag yourself away for a day, you’ll find dramatic gorges, Venetian style fishing villages, ancient ruins and fabulous beaches. For exploring locally, the resort has a fleet of bikes for guests. On the beach, guests can take out canoes, paddle boards and pedalos, and there’s diving too. For exploring further afield, charter a boat to take you along the coast and out to sea.
There are tennis, padel and volleyball courts, a fitness studio and gym, and every day you’ll find yoga and Pilates classes. Revitalise at the gym, or even have a pampering session. Then in the evenings, enjoy a film, or sit back in one of the bars to live music and a warm breeze.
family
The IKOS brand is renowned for its exceptional family offering, with activities and relaxation for all ages. At Kissamos, the very nurturing crèche takes children from six months to four, with a team of qualified professionals who organise age appropriate play. Children from four to 12 can book into the Heroes Kids Club, which its vast choice of arts and crafts, water games and entertaining programme of things to do. Teens up to 17 are also catered for, including sports on and off the water and cookery classes. There’s a supper club for children when parents are after an evening to themselves, as well as a dedicated pool and splash zone.
sustainability
Sustainability is a core philosophy at IKOS. From protecting local biodiversity to supporting the communities in which they operate, there are numerous initiatives and practices in place to ensure their net zero target is met by 2030. The resort is powered by 100% renewable energy and you’ll find no single use plastics.
Location
IKOS Kissamos
On the northwest coast of Crete, just a couple of kilometres from the fishing village of Kissamos, and 45 minutes from Chania and the airport.
