Rating9.1
Rating9.1
Rating9.0Included activities cover non-motorized watersports (windsurfing to 1 hour per stay, canoeing and pedalos once daily at 30 minutes each), four floodlit tennis courts, a full daily fitness class schedule, and organized land sports. The MINI Countryman day-trip and museum pass require concierge coordination. Motorized watersports — jet ski, water skiing, catamaran — carry additional charges.
Activities at Ikos Aria
Courtesy of Ikos Resorts
Activities at Ikos Aria
Courtesy of Ikos Resorts
Activities at Ikos Aria
Courtesy of Ikos Resorts
Two large outdoor heated pools open to all guests. Busiest between 11am and 3pm in summer. Dedicated kids' sections are separated from adult swimming areas. Claim loungers early — 7am is not unusual in peak weeks.
Exclusive to Deluxe Collection guests. Noticeably less crowded than the main pools. Served by the Deluxe Pool Bar. For many guests, this is the primary justification for the tier upgrade.
Heated indoor pool with floor-to-ceiling windows and Aegean views. Jacuzzi section included. Free for adult guests during Splash Hours — check the schedule at the spa desk on arrival. Quieter than outdoor pools throughout the day.
Outdoor heated pool for guests 18+. A workable alternative when the main pools are overrun with families during peak weeks.
Dedicated outdoor heated pool for children. Shallower than the main pools. Supervised during Kids Club hours.
Interactive water play area for toddlers and younger children. Ground-level jets and sprinklers rather than standing water. Suitable for under-5s.
850 meters of private beach, Blue Flag certified, with white sand and generally calm water in the Kefalos Bay. Complimentary sun loungers and umbrellas for all guests. All-day food and drinks from the Beach Pool Bar. The honest note: some sections have submerged rocks near the waterline. Walk along the beach on arrival to find the sandiest entry points before committing to a lounger spot for the week.
30-minute sessions, once per day per booking. No experience needed. Go to the watersports desk early in peak season to secure a slot.
30-minute pedal boat sessions, once per day. Good for families with younger children. No prior skills required.
One hour of windsurfing included per stay. A valid license is required for unsupervised use. Guests without a license should book the introductory pool lesson instead.
Complimentary pool-based scuba introduction run by qualified instructors. Not a certification course, but a realistic first experience. Good starting point before booking a paid open-water dive.
Stand-up paddleboarding on calm water. Available depending on sea conditions. No specific time limits noted.
Four floodlit courts with equipment available. Courts fill up mid-morning; book through the sports desk. Evening play under lights is possible and cooler.
Mini basketball court, drop-in play. No booking required.
Organized sessions on the beach by the activities team, plus informal play. Check the daily schedule.
Available throughout the day. Good for early mornings or when watersports conditions are poor.
Small-sided football on a dedicated pitch. Drop-in or organized by activities staff.
Low-impact lawn game. Available throughout the day without booking.
Indoor. Useful for evenings or when weather is poor.
Oversized outdoor set. Bring your own opponent.
Selection available indoors. Useful for children on slower days.
Complimentary bike use to explore the grounds and surrounding area. Ask the activities desk about routes — the Kefalos peninsula has worthwhile riding beyond the resort perimeter.
24-hour access to a fitness studio with cardio and strength equipment. Adults over 16 only. Well-maintained for a resort gym; adequate for maintaining a training routine during a week-long stay.
Multiple formats including beginners and wellness yoga. Sessions run outdoors when weather permits. Check the daily schedule.
Mat Pilates on the scheduled program. Typically small groups.
Pool-based cardio class. High participation in peak season — arrive a few minutes early to secure a spot.
Scheduled group sessions. More demanding than other class formats. Better suited to guests with some fitness base.
Short-interval training protocol, typically 20-minute sessions. Intense but time-efficient.
Suspension training sessions using TRX equipment. Full-body workout accessible to most fitness levels.
Varied workout format rotating exercises. Led by activities staff.
Guided flexibility sessions. Good complement to higher-intensity morning activities.
Guided morning walks along the 850m beach. Low-impact and social. Good for getting oriented to the property layout on day one.
Organized team matches in the main pool. Scheduled via the activities program.
Additional outdoor fitness equipment on the property. Supplements the indoor studio.
Supervised programming for ages 4–12, mornings through afternoons. Arts and crafts, sports, games, cooking activities. Complimentary. Staff ratio is high; parent reviews are consistently positive.
Ages 12–17, primarily active during July and August. Sports tournaments and creative workshops. Verify the club is running during your travel dates if teen programming is a factor in your booking decision.
Performances at the open-air theatre. Theatrical productions and musicals outperform the game-show formats in quality.
Live performances in bar areas. Quality varies by night; check the weekly entertainment schedule.
Late-night dancing. Resort-style nightclub rather than a destination venue. Active until 1–2am in peak season.
Special event nights with dedicated themes. Schedule varies; ask at reception on arrival.
Evening cabaret shows. One of the more popular evening entertainment formats at this property.
Professional productions at the open-air theatre. Highest production-value entertainment on the program.
Dedicated children's karaoke sessions. Check the daily program for timing.
Early evening children's disco. Starts and ends at a family-friendly hour.
Organized activities throughout the day by the animations team. Daily schedule posted each morning at the activities desk.
Themed pool and beach parties on certain evenings — foam parties, white parties, and similar. Check dates when booking.
Learn to prepare Greek and Mediterranean dishes with resort chefs. Hands-on format. Book in advance at the concierge desk.
Cultural sessions covering Greek dance basics, language phrases, and mythology. Good for families who want something beyond pool and beach.
A complimentary MINI Countryman for one full day. One of the most distinctive inclusions in the package. Use it to reach the Knights' Castle in Kos Town (45 min), the Asclepeion archaeological site, or quieter beaches on the north coast. Book through concierge on day one — availability is limited and demand is high.
Complimentary entry to the Kos Archaeological Museum. Combine with the MINI day-trip for a half-day cultural excursion.
Complimentary ticket to Ktima Akrani winery. Greek wine tasting in a vineyard setting. Can be combined with the MINI drive.
Full scuba excursions beyond the introductory lesson, at additional charge. Kos has decent dive sites including a WWII aircraft wreck. Book through the watersports desk.
Ringos, banana boats, and inflatable rides. Additional charge. Located at the beach watersports station.
Catamaran sailing excursions at additional cost. Good option for a half-day on the Aegean. Book through concierge.
Towable inflatable rides behind a motorboat. Additional charge. Popular with older children and teenagers.
Additional charge. Beginner lessons available. Early morning sessions on calmer water are better.
Additional charge. Greek maritime regulations may require a license — verify at the watersports desk.
Personalized boat hire to sea caves, remote coves, or neighboring islands. Extra charge. Arrange through concierge at least one day in advance.
Full yacht charter. Significant additional cost. Suitable for special occasions or groups wanting a private sea excursion.
Structured sailing instruction for beginners and intermediate sailors. Additional charge. Multi-session program.
Progressive windsurfing lessons beyond the basic included hour. Additional charge. Kos has consistent Meltemi winds that make it a legitimate windsurf destination.
Supervised childcare for infants aged 6 months to 4 years. Additional charge. Pre-booking essential — limited capacity. Confirm availability well before arrival.
Supervised children's dinner for ages 4–12. Complimentary for Deluxe Collection guests; available to others subject to capacity. Frees parents for an uninterrupted adult dinner.
Structured football training by age group, toddlers through teens. Additional charge per session. Quality of coaching is generally solid.
Custom island tours arranged through concierge. Extra charge. Options range from standard itineraries to personalized routes.
