5 Star Halkidiki Holidays

Slavena Peneva

Our family had the pleasure of staying at Alexandros Palace this summer, and I can confidently say it’s a wonderful place where you can truly relax and enjoy genuine Greek hospitality. From the moment we arrived, we were impressed by the spacious, tastefully decorated rooms that were immaculately clean and offered the most beautiful views. The grounds of the hotel are exceptionally well-maintained, featuring a great beach and expansive areas for lounging. The staff were a highlight of our stay—helpful, polite, capable, and professional. Their dedication and attention to detail ensured that our experience was both comfortable and pleasant. This resort is perfect for families with children, boasting a fantastic splash park with water slides, multiple pools, and fun entertainment options like a mini disco and playground. The kids had an absolute blast! Speaking of fun, the dining experience was a highlight as well. Breakfast and dinner were nothing short of perfection, with a huge selection of fresh fruit and vegetables and delicious Mediterranean dishes that tasted just like homemade meals. The kids' menu was also impressive, ensuring that everyone in the family was well-fed and happy. In conclusion, our stay at Alexandros Palace was an absolutely amazing experience, and we can't wait to be back next summer! !

Daniela Farrugia

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Alexandros Palace Hotel for the third time, and once again, it exceeded all my expectations. This hotel has truly become my favorite destination, and I cannot wait to visit again in the future. The staff at Alexandros Palace Hotel are incredibly helpful and friendly, making me feel welcomed and valued throughout my stay. A special mention goes to Miss Thalia Sidiropoulou for her exceptional service and warm hospitality. The food at the hotel is absolutely delightful, offering a wide variety of delicious options that cater to every taste. The serene environment, private beach, and pool create the perfect setting for a relaxing and enjoyable vacation, suitable for all members of the family. Overall, Alexandros Palace Hotel has become my go-to place for a memorable and rejuvenating getaway. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a top-notch experience with outstanding service and amenities.

Vangelis Zingopis

My wife and I first visited this hotel on our pre-wedding trip exactly 20 years ago. We remembered it as a beautiful, luxurious, and tranquil place where one could truly relax and enjoy Greek hospitality. Out of nostalgia, we decided to return with our two sons, now aged 19 and 16. I’ll start with the positives. The rooms are spacious, well-equipped, and have everything you need. Parking is ample. The staff is very friendly and always eager to help, especially the team at the beach bar. The grounds are well-maintained, and the beach is nice. The beach is a bit of a walk from our rooms in the back part of the hotel, about 500 meters or 8 minutes, but it’s a pleasant walk that does no harm. Now, for the less positive aspects, which aren’t exactly faults of the hotel, but rather matters of preference. Before I continue, I should note that I’m Balkan—Greek, living abroad for the last 34 years. This hotel is perfect for families with children, particularly those wild Balkan kids with no boundaries. There are plenty of pools for children, water slides, playgrounds, and playrooms—a mini Greek Disneyland. During our stay, the hotel was about 80% occupied by Serbs, along with Macedonians, Romanians, Greeks, a few Germans, one wonderful Danish couple, and perhaps a few French and Slovak guests, but they were a minority. The majority was Balkan, and let’s be honest—Balkan children are more like little animals with no restraints. The shock we experienced on our first night at dinner was overwhelming. We arrived late by car and went to dinner around 9:00 p.m. The dining hall was packed, barely passable, with dozens of screaming kids running around, playing, chasing each other, and utterly indifferent parents focused mostly on grabbing more from the buffet. The staff had absolutely no chance of maintaining order, despite their best efforts. At the entrance to the restaurant, a wonderful lady patiently tried to explain the dress code to everyone—long pants are required, shorts are tolerated in the heat, and closed shoes are a must. Yet, most people showed up dressed as if they were heading to the beach, and she couldn’t do much to change that. Many guests didn’t even bother to report their room numbers and simply walked past her with that typical Balkan arrogance, ignoring her attempts to ask for their room numbers. If you want some peace, you need to be at the pool by 7:00 a.m., at breakfast by 7:30 a.m., and at dinner right when the restaurant opens at 7:00 p.m. Any later, and by 8:00 p.m., the place turns into a Balkan zoo, where dinner becomes a survival challenge. Honestly, I have to say that even animals in the wild show more consideration toward each other than the mix of guests at this hotel. If we had experienced this 20 years ago, we might not have had children at all😁 This hotel could easily serve as a form of contraception for young couples. One evening, we quickly finished dinner and headed to the lovely hotel bar with great service and excellent cocktails. It was empty, and we were happy to finally find some peace. But it didn’t last long. Gradually, Serbian families with their children started arriving, even with newborns. Seeing someone come to a bar at 10:00 p.m. holding a baby in one hand and a cigarette in the other while the child cries out of exhaustion as if being murdered is the height of inconsideration toward others. At the very least, the hotel should reserve the bar area for adults only. Within moments, even this place turned into a playground, with kids playing hide-and-seek under the feet of the wonderful waitstaff at 11:00 p.m. There are times when one must be ashamed of being Balkan too. In summary, it’s a very nice complex with a beautiful beach, but not a place where you can truly enjoy tranquility. It’s an ideal spot for children, but for us active forty-somethings looking for some relaxation and quiet, it’s far from ideal. It’s a tough review because, for certain groups of people, this place could be heaven on earth.

Stealth

It says that the hotel has 5 stars, but that hotel is not even for 3 stars. The hotel is terribly neglected, and if you look closely, it's not even a hotel, but a settlement in the hill. ROOMS: The rooms need renovation. In the semi-luxury apartment, the air conditioner is leaking, the telephone is not working, the door is creaking, the door is worn out... FOOD: The food is better in the student canteen. For example, the fish is DEFROSTED and tastes terrible... For the price they offer (and it's not cheap, 4000 euros half board for 14 nights), the food should be much better. STAFF: Very capable and professional. MANAGEMENT: I have never seen greater amateurism. For every 100 beds, they have one man who works and serves. Nobody comes for you, you come for the waiter. The same applies to an Albanian who works as a technician for 800 buildings, buggies and all other jobs. BEACH: The sand is too dirty, the sunbeds are falling apart, the fast food is overpriced. Not recommended 👎

Allan Skovbølling

We have stayed at Alexandros Hotel for a week. The hotel is filled with Eastern European guests who behave as if they are completely indifferent to other guests. Their children are noisy and lack manners, which has made our stay quite unpleasant. The rooms are of a reasonable standard, but the beds are very hard, leading to poor sleep quality. On the positive side, the rooms are cleaned daily and fresh towels are provided. The staff are very helpful and friendly, which is a significant plus. However, the food is very monotonous with little variation from day to day. The all-inclusive concept is quite strange and only works in some of the hotel's bars, which is rather inconvenient. Overall, our stay at Alexandros Hotel has been disappointing due to the noisy atmosphere and the lack of variety in the food.

Dijana Culic

Considering that our vacation cost almost €3000 at this hotel with breakfast and dinner included, we expected a bit more. The staff is extremely unfriendly. We paid extra for a Junior Suite but received a standard room, just like the family who traveled with us and paid €800. As for the food, it’s okay. We’ve stayed in much less "prestigious" hotels that have much better food. The rooms are not clean, and I don’t even want to talk about the hygiene in the hallways and the smell in the hotel. The chefs are bad, regardless of whether you eat at the hotel restaurant or on the beach. For example, when we went to Nikiti, which is nearby, the food was excellent, while at the hotel it was simply poorly prepared. At the entrance to the "Resort," there is a barrier that doesn’t allow everyone to enter, which is understandable, but there were times when we arrived by car and had to wait up to 10 minutes for someone to open the barrier, which we honestly didn’t like. I should add that the prices on the beach are outrageously expensive. What we really liked was the pool, which is very large and clean, and the hotel has plenty of parking spaces, but that’s all we were impressed with. Next year, we definitely won't be staying at this hotel again. Unfortunately, considering the price we paid, the hotel gets two stars.

Dajana Mitrović

This review is regarding Porto Carras Spa Centre only, since we were not guests of the hotel. We wanted to spend a rainy day in a spa centre and work out in the gym. We called a day upfront to make a reservation and the staff was friendly and provided the required information. All-day spa ticket with access to 3 swimming pools, gym and sauna was 35EUR p.p. Towel and bathrobe are included in the price. Everything in the spa centre is outdated, in urgent need of maintenance and the hygiene is poor. Mold is present in lots of places, and this leaves a very unhealthy impression. Almost all machines in gym are broken, barely functioning or even worse, functioning with a high level of danger of hurting yourself. Furthermore, there is no bar / restaurant within the spa centre and when we asked the staff if we can order a coffee and 2 waters, this was delivered by room service. It is needless to mention how overpriced this was, but I guess it is expected since room service delivered it. My bathrobe had stains on it. Children swimming pool has no lounge beds/chairs around it. Hydromassage pool has only 3 sets of beds plus one sofa around it if you want to lounge. Hot stone chairs are also not being warmed up due to “technical issues which are about to be resolved”. With all this being said, we definitely didn’t enjoy nor relax today and find it a waste of money. We are usually laid back and really tried to make the best out of this experience…

Alex Vacean

Porto Carras is a fantastic destination for families looking for a luxurious and relaxing getaway. The location is absolutely stunning, with beautiful views of the sea and surrounding nature. It's perfect for families with young children, offering plenty of activities to keep everyone entertained. The all-inclusive option makes it easy to enjoy your stay without worrying about extra costs, and the food is truly excellent, with a wide variety of delicious options that cater to all tastes. Whether you're lounging by the pool or exploring the area, Porto Carras offers the perfect balance of relaxation and fun for the whole family.

Doctor Raveh Plastic Surgeon

Our stay at Porto Carras Resort was far from the luxurious experience we expected. From poor service to unappealing dining options, the entire experience was a letdown. Issues with billing, long waits for elevators, and unhelpful staff added to our frustration. We ended up leaving a day early because of the numerous disappointments. I strongly recommend looking elsewhere for a truly enjoyable vacation.

Vladimir Petrovic

Very well deserved five star. Not the newest, but pretty good hotel. Everything was great. Position, beach, service, food, organization, lot of activities for kids, Marina. Definitely would come again here.

Almir Avdic

I visited in late August. By far the best hotel I’ve stayed at and I’ve visited many countries and stayed at many hotels! The hotel is so clean and tidy, the room service is amazing, all the staff in the hotel are super friendly and warm! The chefs that freshly cook the food each day, and the waiters/waitresses are such a hard working team. Not a single fault to say about the hotel! 5 stars! I will definitely visit again!

Mirko Radeka

We picked this resort ultra last minute. It was full even though we were offseason. All in all we were satisfied. Rooms are a bit “older”, have everything, but no luxury. Restaurant is cool offers high variety of foods. Water is gorgeous (they have a blue flag). And the resort itself has a lot of nature and greenery! Very accessible (stroller/wheelchair). The only other downside would be that you are in the middle of nowhere. So if you want to feel a little vibe, go out to a city you have to use the car.

Magdalena Udovicic

We had an incredible stay at this hotel! The staff were absolutely amazing—super nice, welcoming, and always ready to help. A special shoutout to the team at dinner and breakfast, who went above and beyond to make our meals enjoyable. The food was delicious, with new options every day that kept things exciting. On top of that, the hotel was spotless—everything was super clean and well-maintained. Highly recommended!

Nancy chemutai

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Kassandra Palace Hotel, and I couldn't be more satisfied with my experience. From the moment I arrived, the staff were incredibly welcoming and helpful, always available to assist with anything I needed. Their friendly and professional service truly enhanced my stay. The hotel itself is beautifully maintained, with clean and comfortable rooms that offer a perfect blend of luxury and relaxation. The surroundings are stunning, with a gorgeous beach just a few steps away, making it the ideal place to unwind. I thoroughly enjoyed my stay and would highly recommend Kassandra Palace Hotel to anyone looking for a peaceful and enjoyable getaway. I look forward to returning in the future!

Svetla Bobeva

Overall the hotel is great. It is located two kilometers from the nearby town of Kriopigi, which can only be reached by bus at certain times, as there is no footpath. The rooms are nice and spacious and cleaned daily. The restaurant is large with a beautiful view of the garden. There is a large selection of delicious food, but the menu is almost the same every day. The hotel has a private beach, which is convenient for guests, but it is quite rocky. The water is crystal clear and you can spot passages of fish around you, but there are large rocks and sea urchins along the bottom. The hotel has a large and incredibly beautiful garden where you can take a long walk. The staff is always smiling, friendly and very helpful. The hotel is great and you will be enchanted by your stay.

Greg Stevenson

An excellent and well managed hotel complex. Great rooms, nice staff. Super beach. Very well maintained. One minor complaint is that there's no tap water available at meals and the drinks menu is priced high (6 Euro for a bottle of sparkling water, more for beer or wine of course). But overall we loved it so much we'd happily return.

Galina D

We had everything we needed in our rooms. The gardens of the hotel are beautiful. The beach is right in front of the hotel but is rocky and a few steps down which was no problem for us. Service was quick and professional at all times. What I think should be improved is the quality of the food in the buffet. However, food in Lemoni restaurant was very good and there were plenty fresh fish options every day.

Chantall Herbert

We couldn't fault this hotel. A lovely retreat away from the hustle and bustle. Great food at Doxato, the buffet restaurant. Lovely service from the staff - all so friendly. There is a shuttle bus the hotel runs to nearby villages that you need to book and pay for. Gym on site, which we used every day. The spa (extra cost) was great, and the massages were incredible. If you're looking for a quiet spot to re-charge your batteries, this is it.

Sheila Rushton

A beautiful maintained hotel. The hotel is like a village. Very clean. The beach is down quite alot of steps so not very good if you have mobility problems and is not very wide but if you walk along to the smaller sister hotel there is a much bigger beach with free sunbeds and a wonderful beach bar. A beautiful spot plus if you are inclined you can hire peddle boards and go windsurfing. The entertainment at the hotel was excellent. Very professional. I can't praise them enough.

Ranj Sangh

Our 10 day stay was relaxed and enjoyable, the facilities and service were excellent and the staff were polite,kind and helpful always smiling. The mood around the pool was chilled out and peaceful. The private beachfront was beautiful with unspoiled beauty. 30 mins walk gets you to 2 golden sand beaches.The room was very clean with modern furniture and facilities. The food was top noch at the buffet restaurant with 2 ala carte restaurants available, with reduced prices for staying guests. The drinks were a bit pricey ( but the quality) Shuttle bus available for trips to 2 local towns and bus service available on the main road too ( modern coaches but note they run late to timetables) All in all really enjoyable stay.

Kain Adey

Thank you so much to Thekla the food excellence manager who made our stay perfect. And huge thanks to all the hard working staff, across all restaurants, pools and the beach. We loved Ouzo and Beach Club food the best. Great cocktails. Great room service, speedy and quality- well done to all the staff we cannot recommend this highly enough to vegans and to families. Room was always clean and tidy day and night. No complaints whatsoever and we are fussy.

MrElmehicano

Just got back after a week’s holiday here. Service levels were something I’ve never experienced before, all the staff are fantastic so polite and accommodating without being imposing. Our son loved kids club and was well looked after by the wonderful staff, he met some great friends and loved the beach which was clean and well maintained. The food was fantastic in all six of the restaurants which we were lucky enough to sample. Anaya being my personal favourite. Overall an unforgettable experience and we’d definitely return or maybe try one of their other resorts.

Alice D

Amazing all inclusive hotel. The rooms are comfortable, the food is amazing and the staff are absolutely wonderful. In particular, the hotel are very lucky to have staff members like Despina who served us at the deluxe pool, she has so much enthusiasm and care for those staying at the hotel - she really made us feel so looked after and special. The same goes for Thomas at our dinner on the beach - he was so kind and even offered me his sunglasses as the sun was shining right on us. I couldn’t speak more highly about the two of them. Thank you Ikos for such a lovely week.

Amanda Fernandez

I can't recommend this place enough. We had a wonderful holiday with our 8 month old son. Nothing was too much trouble for the staff. The food was delicious and with 6 restaurants we never got bored. The only negative is the immediate area isn't very interesting but you could take a Tesla to go further afield if desired.

Igor Simonov

I don’t usually post outside of dine-out experiences HOWEVER - here is a special review to Ikos Resorts, especially to Oceania, where my wife and I had the pleasure of staying for 5 nights. The best thing about this hotel is the service that each and every guest receives. The staff are the core of this hotel. They truly care and listen. Always friendly, always attentive. We had a few dietary requirements and after expressing our wishes to the concierge, we felt very cared for. No request is ever too much for them and the attention to detail at every step of the way is truly impeccable. Ikos has been an amazing holiday destination, especially for a very special occasion :- our honeymoon. We could not have picked a better place to go.

Nenad Stefanović

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Sani Beach Hotel, and it was an unforgettable experience! From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel incredibly welcome and attended to our every need with genuine warmth and professionalism. The location is simply stunning, with breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea and beautifully landscaped gardens. Our room was spacious, impeccably clean, and offered a fantastic view of the sea. The amenities were top-notch, including a luxurious spa, multiple heated outdoor swimming pools, and a variety of dining options that catered to all tastes. One of the highlights of our stay was the exceptional dining experience. Each restaurant offered a unique culinary journey, with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and exquisite flavors. The breakfast buffet was particularly impressive, with a wide selection of delicious options to start the day. The activities and entertainment provided were excellent, ensuring there was never a dull moment. Whether it was relaxing on the pristine beach, participating in water sports, or enjoying the evening shows, there was something for everyone. The management and the organization are the best I have ever seen in any hotel. Special praise goes to Ms. Nikoleta Christodoulou for an exceptional client relationship management! Overall, Sani Beach Hotel exceeded our expectations in every way. It is the perfect destination for a relaxing and luxurious getaway. We can’t wait to return!

Laura Leggatt

Lovely hotel and food was very good. Room was smaller than I expected but clean. The staff were very nice and extremely helpful. What let it down for me were 2 things. Location and too many children. The location of the hotel isn’t great as it’s in the middle of nowhere. No town/village to walk to. No local shops. The very few shops in the Marina are designer and obviously expensive. There is a chemist & small food shop but prices are ridiculous. There is also a small shop in hotel and again expensive. Other issue for me was the hotel was over run with children under 5! If you like children great but if you want to eat and sunbathe in relative peace forget it! The only adult restaurant is small and didn’t have the full range of food choices as the main buffet. The main buffet was like eating in a crèche with screaming kids, so very noisy. The children have a lovely pool, play area and access to a beach but as there is no dedicated pool and beach area for adults they were in the area behind the hotel which was meant to be a tranquil area and not in their lovely dedicated children’s pool so yet again very noisy and not at all tranquil!!

D D

The best Resort amazing service and it was our best experience. A group of 40 and such a wonderful experience with dinner The white party was amazing I could thank personally is the reservation Food amazing Visited more than 20 Restaurants Fresh fruits every day Volvo as personal car travel assistance

Anna Marie Crilly

Dear Panagiotis, I want to take a moment to personally thank you for your exceptional hospitality during our stay at Sani beach. Your attention to detail and commitment to making every guest feel welcome truly stood out. I especially appreciated how you upgraded our room to solve an issue promptly I had with our room. We booked this holiday very late for 10 days. When we arrived, you took the stress away from us by booking us into all the restaurants that you thought would be suitable for us as I am quite fussy. You got involved in everything from lifting luggage, opening car doors, dealing with issues and always with a big smile and complete calmness. We will definitely be making this a vacation we will visit every year. Hope to see you all again soon. Warm Regards - From The Crilly family from Ireland😊

M Phillips

Our baby got food poisoning eating a rice-based meal from the baby menu at Asian in the Marina and spent all night and most of the next day throwing up. The night porters were very helpful bringing fresh sheets and towels on request through the night but both the receptionists and general manager were nonplussed on being informed in the morning. No help or apology was offered. We were told that they had to investigate and had had no other complaints from the restaurant that night but that does not take into account whether any other baby ate exactly the same meal. It also should not matter - a healthy baby has spent the night being violently sick - your priority should be offering help and assistance. There was no concern or consideration shown for our baby’s welfare and no offer of help or checking in. We had to request access to a doctor and whilst the receptionist on duty booked us an appointment, we had to cover this cost (basic appointment being EUR 180 with the actual cost TBC) (being told “you can recover it from your insurance”) and were given no directions or any offer of a buggy or car to the doctor’s office. It’s now 9.51pm and our baby (and us) who barely slept the night before is now wide awake as a club night / white party rages on at one of the outdoor bars. It is incredibly loud and our room on the 6th floor doesn’t even look onto or face the bar. Reception has ignored our several reasonable requests to take the volume down a notch and I can see now from other reviews that this is a common theme. Sani markets itself as being family focused and children-friendly but our experience is that this is not the case. Your child’s health and well-being are not a priority here.

D D

Amazing dinner tonight with friends and family, perfect food served warm with mouth melting sweet dish. The perfect food is always served with a perfect wine, amazing service and all coordinated with perfect timing. Thank you for the hospitality

Maximilian H.

Sani Dunes Resort is a gem that truly exceeded our expectations! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm hospitality and a seamless check-in process. The resort is impeccably maintained, with beautiful landscaping that instantly sets a relaxing tone. The on-site dining options are excellent, with a variety of delicious dishes that cater to all tastes. Overall, Sani Dunes Resort provided an unforgettable experience with exceptional service, comfort, and convenience. We can't wait to return and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a perfect beachside retreat!

Fotis Zafeiropoulos

"Exclusive" resort for the "beautiful people". A shopping mall on the beach that has taken over the best part of the wonderful Sani beach. Avoid it like the plague and go to the other free beaches nearby to enjoy the sand and the pine forest.

Lynn Hesketh

A top class 5 star resort that was utterly superb for a recharge. We had booked Sani Club but called the day before we arrived and were offered an alternative to Sani Dunes and an upgrade. As a retired couple it turned out this was more suited to those without young children. A very well run hotel. It was utterly perfect, a utopian paradise. 5 star prices however the level of service (thank you Aria) the standard of the facilities and quality of food exceeded expectations. There are numerous activities including daily Pilates classes which one of us enjoyed! Padi diving, top class tennis courts and instructors but no golf. Also live very professional entertainment every evening, we just attended one as we mostly slept, ate and relaxed. There are some 26 restaurants to choose from. We were on half board so were able to eat at most restaurants using the dine around set menu, however we also ate at others without the set menus where the small allowance of 25 euros per person would be deducted from your bill. Most starters were in excess of 25 euros. One of our favourite restaurants was called Elia led by a particularly brilliant charismatic manager. Although I believe the resort was close to full you never felt that it was. Plenty of sun beds. A reasonably strict rule of no reserving beds, although this did happen sadly on our last few days. This was highlighted to our lovely concierge who brought it to the attention of the management and hopefully they will continue to disallow this awful practice! We arrived in the last few days of August and stayed a week. A wonderful experience and now both fully recharged!

Steve Taylor

Wow... Beautiful !!, a Greek hotel on par with what Dubai has to offer..Great food and service...Very attentive... However Mosquito spray is needed in the evenings.

Ioana Oros

Our stay at Ikos Olivia was the best holiday experience we've had so far, especially traveling with a toddler. From the moment we arrived, the staff went above and beyond to make our stay exceptional. They were incredibly well-trained and attentive, always anticipating our needs without us ever having to ask. Their friendliness and genuine care made us feel pampered throughout our stay. The attention to detail was outstanding. For example, at the Florence restaurant, the lovely hostess always greeted our two-year-old with a warm smile and provided cutlery that matched her outfit nearly every time—a level of thoughtfulness that truly amazed us! 😝The step chairs for kids and other small touches made everything so much easier and more enjoyable for our little one. The food was absolutely delicious, and the variety of activities kept us entertained throughout our stay. Everything was immaculately clean, contributing to a truly relaxing environment. We’re already looking forward to our next visit. It was 100% worth it! The only minor issue was the pillows, which I found a bit uncomfortable, but that might just be a personal preference. Overall, we couldn't have asked for a better holiday experience.

Nicholas Lifton

Have had a marvellous time with my wife and friends, the meals in all the restaurants first class with service, all the staff and cleaners were fantastic and very helpful and kind. Lots for families to do with great pools that are heated lots of things for the kids to do and great for couples, beach is nice and plenty of sunbeds sea is has stones as you enter with beach service highly recommend.

Sarah

The hotel itself is beautiful, and the staff are absolutely charming, with a special mention for Marilena, who was exceptional. However, our stay started on a sour note. We had booked a sea view room but were "upgraded" to a one-bedroom apartment with no view, inconveniently located next to the kids' club. The apartment also had stairs, which was completely impractical for us, as we had a 10-month-old baby in a pram. It took several hours and quite a bit of stress to resolve this and get the room we originally booked. This experience left a bad impression at the start of our holiday. While the service overall is good, it falls short of being exceptional which at the price point of the hotel, I would expect it to be. The biggest drawback, however, is the behaviour of some of the other guests. One downside was the atmosphere during mealtimes, where many children were left to run around freely, creating a somewhat chaotic environment that disrupted the otherwise serene setting. This was not limited to the early meal time slots, but continued through the entire dinner service past 9pm. In conclusion, while Ikos Olivia has many positive aspects, I would definitely recommend avoiding it if you're traveling without children, as the atmosphere may not be as relaxing as expected.

Василь

The hotel is amazing! The staff is attentive and very careful they treat all guests with care and love. They will remember everything you like and bring it to you nothing too much trouble. All 6 restaurants staff paid great attention to us in quick and positive way. We have never seen that kind of attitude and attention anywhere in the world! Rooms are spotless housekeeping service amazing! Always a pleasure to enter the room everything clean full and perfect. Beach is clean and the staff there as well always nothing was too much trouble they would bring towels drinks and food quickly and with a smile. The hotel management are taking care of all guests with kindness and are doing a great job. Spa is great as well doing a good job. Darja does a great job. Artiom the sous chef is paying attention to detail and cooks amazing. Special thanks to Athena the Assistant hotel manager and we want to thank her for her kindness professionalism and attention to detail. A huge thanks to all and we are hoping to see you soon.

Anthony Jackson

Great ultra all inclusive hotel, set into the hillside above a private beach. Great choice of restaurants (6) and bars. Each restaurant has a different cuisine, and between them, they have a selection of around 300 wines. Staff are amazingly attentive and helpful. Special thanks to Xanthy, Anna and Olga for making our stay special.

Kim Luther

Sani Asterias hotel is another level, the staff are all amazing, the white sandy beaches are beautiful and peaceful, the restaurants food is the best quality and choice, reception is glorious design and the staff are excellent. The spa is amazing had a massage with Eva which was the best I’ve ever had the overall quality and experience is first class plus

Kevin B (oioisavloy)

A holiday paradise. 2 hour south of Thessaloniki, Sani Resort is an outstanding beach side chill out location.

Jeff Westgarth

Another great holiday at the Sani Asterias Upgraded rooms on the beachfront, which are superb.

Janet Lloyd

This rates as my top holiday hotel. It is the most amazing place. The staff,the position,the views,the restaurants are amongst the best I have ever experienced. This hotel has top class management and the staff working within this structure are amongst the happiest and friendliest I have ever had the pleasure to meet. This hotel, and the resort that it nestles in is unique,and a place I defy any discerning traveller to find fault with. It keeps enticing my husband and I back year after year. We never tire of this place.

Arik Sela

We are frequent travellers to luxury hotels. Sani Asterias must be one of the top resorts we ever stayed in. Immaculate friendly service, top class maintenance and facilities & attentive management. Top 5 stars!

Jovan Mitic

Nice place, ideal for families, pool with bar, rooms are clean, they are cleaning every day, kitchen is good, tasty food, great value for the price. Sea is 50-80 m away, many sunbeds free, natural shade from olive trees is the best, beautful landscape between hotel and the beach. Staff is great there, very hard working crew, l am glad to meet those people. Chef of the kitchen was singing great at the Karaoke party. Probably see you again next year.

Andrii Bratanchuk

The hotel is very small, it’s located very closely to the beach and have a nice garden with olive trees. That all good things. The rooms are very old, bad lights, bad facilities. It offers you All inclusive Ultra service, but there’s nothing ultra. Alcohol only local with a bad quality, there are no any cocktail cards in any bars, so you even don’t know what you can order. Most of the things ale extra pay, like drinking water, apple juice , milk cocktail. You can’t get bottled water for drink for free, it’s extra pay. When we check in to the room, we didn’t find anything in the minibar, but in the official website they say that beers, wine, soft drinks in bottles and drinking water are included in the All inclusive ultra package, and also everything renew daily. But not, they don’t provide you anything. Only on the second day, when I asked where is the water and all the staff they mentioned in the website, they filled minibar, but nobody renew it daily. There is no any animation for kids of adults, beach is dirty. I don’t recommend this hotel to anyone.

Nicholas Walker

We had a wonderful, relaxing holiday. We enjoyed the sea, the pool, the food and peaceful scenery. Olive grove is so restoring. All staff members were very kind to us. We will definitely go back again. Special thanks to highly accommodating manager, Kyriakos.

Mateusz Gaworski

Peaceful, quiet intimate hotel with super service beautiful green area and access to a private beach with sun loungers. Staff very helpful, polite and positive. Food in the restaurant tasty varied. Pool clean, not too deep- there is also a wading pool for children. Also available for guests gym ping-pong table and children's playroom. Spa and indoor pool and billiards for an additional fee. Unfortunately, the rooms for the standard of 5 stars do not even resemble 3 stars. The bathroom is a drama in terms of faulty and broken elements. Room without revelation-functional but remembering the old years.

Michelle Crees

Stayed here a week ago it was advertised as 5* however I think it is more like a 2*. Some hotel staff were friendly but we had to ask for a kettle. Didn't even know there was a fridge untill day 2 however it wasn't very cold. The room was cleaned daily and fresh towels were provided but the shower leaked all over the floor every day which we reported but told this is normal...we had a room with mountain views but it was just grass verges and trees...not alot to do so opted to go on a boat excursion which was very expensive and didn't even have vegan or vegetarian option for lunch...we were on the excursion all day...we also took a bus ride to the nearest shopping area as we had to walk for 45 minutes to the nearest small supermarket. Taxis are very expensive but you do get alot of information regarding local culture... The worst part for me was the insect bites that I am still suffering a week later and no support from the hotel sadly. I was constantly using repellents however to no avail.. I must say this is probably the worst holiday that I have ever been on and certainly not recommend. All I can say is that I have been to Greece but I will not be returning. Please do your homework regarding this area as there is nothing there. They actually need a hotel shop that stocks things you may need but there was nothing in there so disappointing 😞

Konstantinos Kouzounis

This hotel exceeded all my expectations. It’s one of those rare gems that look even better in real life than in the photos online. From the moment I arrived, I was impressed by the attention to detail—the lobby, rooms, and amenities all felt thoughtfully designed and well-maintained. The staff went above and beyond to make my stay memorable, always friendly and attentive without being intrusive. My room was spotless, spacious, and had a fantastic view, making it a relaxing retreat after a day at the beach. The breakfast was another highlight: fresh, diverse, and catering to every taste. The location was also ideal—close to major attractions but tucked away enough for a peaceful night’s sleep. If you’re looking for a hotel that combines luxury with warmth and comfort, I can’t recommend this place enough. It’s honestly better than I’d hoped for and worth every penny!

Christian Bußmann

A perfect location. A perfect hotel. A perfect Team. Warm welcome. All the team members are really, really friendly by heart. Excellent dinner with changing dishes every evening. Wonderful sandy beach, perfect for swimming. Nearby bus to Thessaloniki. Come after the main season and adults will have a relaxed time. We can only recommend this hotel.

Teodora Kapinkovska

My stay at Ammon Zeus was a real treat. The chic and modern interior made everything feel so fresh and inviting. The view from the hotel room is absolutely gorgeous and both the water and the beach are crystal clean. Amazing food and friendly staff. Can't wait to be back

Jo x

Lovely hotel, right on the beach with a little garden area out front with pomegranate and olive trees. Staff were friendly, professional and helpful. Rooms clean and comfortable. We stayed the first two weeks in September and it wasn't too busy, there were always sunbeds available by the pool and on the beach. The breakfast buffet was excellent with good choices. The bar food and room service options were limited but everything we tried was excellent. We only used the evening buffet once and the choice and food was great. We were disappointed that the á la cart restaurant was only open at lunchtime as we prefer a restaurant meal in the evening, especially when the weather is warm (31°). However, the pool bar food menu was good and we enjoyed some tasty lunches with good portion size, which led to us sharing items. The freddo espressos and cocktails were fabulous! The location is stunning, being right on the beach with beautiful clear blue sea, however, the road access to the hotel is down a steep winding road. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Vasileios Sakellariou

Me and my family visited this hotel for relaxing holidays during summer, and we had the best experience we had so far. Amazing service, very welcoming staff and literally next to the beach. It was really relaxing holidays as we were able to spend time to the beach, which was next to the hotel and enjoy the amazing amenities of the hotel. I will definitely visit it again.

Ghenadie Cornitel

I have flight from Sweden to Greece, to Thessaloniki. We ordered a van to bring us from airport to Halkidiki. It went perfect, really. Everything. Nice clear car, polite driver, some goodies for my daughter. I strongly recommend!

Archontia Kalogianni

I recently had the pleasure of using this car transfer service and was extremely impressed with the level of service I received. The vehicle was in excellent condition, clean and spacious and had all the modern amenities you could wish for. The heated seats were a real highlight and made my journey even more comfortable!! The driver was also very knowledgeable about the local area and was able to provide me with some great recommendations for things to see and do during my stay. Overall, I would highly recommend this transfer service to anyone looking for a reliable and professional solution to get around town or travel to another destination. Best regards, Archontia

D Mzzz

I booked a transfer from Thessaloniki to Hanioti Halkidiki on June 26th with return on the 29th. They were on time, called me in advance and gave me good directions how to meet up. The vehicle was very clean and the driver made sure the ride was comfortable ( not going too fast, abiding by the signage ). They also helped us with luggage and gave us good recommendations on what to do and where to go in Hanioti and nearby areas. I have zero complaints about the overall experience and the price was also very reasonable for the distance and service.

Theodoros Sossidis

Excellent service and great transfer. The Driver was very polite and he advised us for a lot of sightseeing and activities. They transported us for our full stay in Greece

George Papavramidis

The van was very clean and cosy. The driver was polite and we really enjoyed the ride with him. Thank you very much for your time and your patience. Keep up the good service.

simon chang

We booked superior double room beach front which has beautiful seaview. Staffs are nice and friendly. Breakfast and dinner are delicate and tasty. Setting on roof terrace to have nice dinner and watch sky changing color is wonderful experience. Guests can lay down in beach garden area, relax, swim or drink. The color of sea is nice but the beach is full of kind seaweed, not so nice like what I expected. Guests should know the price of eating or drinking in bar is higher. Overall we do enjoy staying there—nice view and tasty food.

Kennet Koesling

We found this hotel to be wonderful! It is very well decorated. The room we had was very spacious and clean. Lots of plants. The pool was impeccable and the beach was within arm's reach. However, the best asset this hotel has is the staff that works and serves the guests in general... such kind and attentive people! We felt like royalty. In both restaurants the attention of the waiters, cooks and the rest was of a high level. The food was very tasty and the cocktails too. The lifeguard was always attentive to everything that happens around the pool. The front desk staff was always willing to guide you if you needed it. The beach umbrellas were in excellent condition and you will always find a waiter in no time. The hotel has spa services. I recommend that you stay at this hotel, you will not regret it.

Despina Kornilaki

This hotel misleads potential guests by claiming it is 5-stars whereas in reality it is in urgent need of renovation. It charges 5-star hotel prices, but what you get corresponds to 2 stars. Our room, while incredibly expensive, looked like a bad movie from the 1990s. Quite empty, minimal basic furniture, not even a double bed but two basic-quality beds pushed close to each other. Air-conditioning was NOT working. One day, the electricity was randomly going on and off in our room, with the result that lights, air-conditioning etc kept switching on and off all the time. We asked them to send an electrician to check it, they said they did, and that same night we woke up to the air-conditioning profusely leaking and producing a very loud noise, as if it is about to explode, and of course woke us up in the middle of the night. The place is literally falling apart and nobody seems to care. Moreover, the hotel allows people outside the hotel to make use of the beach loungers, with the result that hotel guests are not guaranteed a spot on the hotel beach, even though this is literally the ONLY good thing about the hotel: access to a nice beach very close to the hotel rooms. Finally, the breakfast and the food at the beach bar was expensive but horrendous quality. Greasy fries, dry sandwiches, horrible coffee. Not only is this experience not worth the absurd amount of money they charge for their 40-year-old facilities, but they are outright lying about being a five-star hotel. Overall - utterly disappointing.

Alexandra Hadjiyianni

The location is excellent, beautiful beach with the mountain view around it. The rooms are average, beds and pillows are not great, the shower is bad, random water temperature and no water pressure. The bathroom amenities are not great, everything smells like disinfectant and when something was used up it was not replenished by the hotel. The balcony door was a pain to close. Also there was a lot of noise from the rooms near ours. Also parking was difficult to find. No elevator to our room either. The bar and bar restaurant was very good, great service there. The breakfast had many options but not great for people that don't eat carbs and prefer eggs/bacon/sausages. These options were not the best quality. Most days they were cold. They also charge extra for sparkling water and for coffee other than filtered which is unacceptable for a 5 star hotel. The pool was ok, but something our kids touched in the pool caused their fingertips to blister, like minor chemical burns. The beach beds were very good but you had to wake up super early to find free ones. In general we enjoyed our stay due to the amazing location but for the price and considering it's a 5 star hotel, we expected more from the rooms and the breakfast.

Luissana Garcia

I just spent one amazing week with my family in the hotel, the location is great, the beach is amazing. Rooms are very comfortable, the food is great breakfast or dinner many choices and always delicious. The Olive bar also has great food. Great service, all the personnel super nice and helpful. Highly recommended

Gurpreet Rakhra

My stay at Sani Club was amazing. The care and attention to detail from all staff was faultless. In particular I was very well looked after by Ioanna. She took the time to get to know my children and was warm and welcoming. She was reliable and responsive. She went above and beyond our expectations, providing us with somewhere to freshen up after check out but before a night flight and also helping with a meal we missed on the first night that was part of a half board package. We will be back again next year!

Paige Candler

We visited Sani Club with our 6 month old and 3 year old for our first family holiday and we cannot fault it! We were so looked after from the get go by Petros and I was able to book everything we needed via email before we even got there and it was all taken care of. In terms of things the baby needed, it was all there and sorted by the time we got to our room. The restaurants were amazing and our 3 year old loved the shows! The staff at breakfast even remembered our coffee orders. Everyone was so attentive. I have actually never been to a resort like this before but it seemed like they do everything others offer, but just better! We literally cannot wait to come back next year!

Martin Yung

One of the nicest we've stayed in Europe. The resort was well maintained with the greenery well pruned and managed. Paths were clean and little to no litter. Beaches were combed in the mornings and towels were provided at the beach and on the chairs by the pool. Pools were heated, we went in Oct so temps were just about ok to go sea and pool. Accomodations were very nice and well fitted out and when we went lots of chill out lounges we could use; however it was the last week of the resort so wasn't particularly busy. We didn't have enough towels and missing a bed on arrival but the staff are all very friendly and quick to respond. So, a few things to note... Full board wasn't quite what I expected. There was a "dine around" menu which was ok, but in some restaurants quite limiting and not much for children. A la carte is available but you get €25 per adult allowance but majority on the menu exceeds this so you will be paying more for food. There was a fine dining restaurant we went to and was a very poor experience. First they sat us all outside and said couldn't accommodate us with no heating despite having booked. Entire restaurant was pretty much empty apart from 2 small tables. The food was not very "fine" and there was no craving any more of the food. The tiramisu was a big splodge of cream tasting of the dessert... Drinks were ridiculously expensive...!! We had 3 milkshakes and a non-alcoholic soft drink and came up to around €56... Beer is around €8 up to €25. Water is NOT free at the restaurants and is about €8 per bottle. Water is free in the room, but you need to request. Overall, a great resort in Europe, but do expect to pay very high prices, even more than the city prices in some cases

Teodora Todorova

Our stay at Sani Club was amazing! The location, the beach, the rooms, the food - everything is absolutely perfect and would reccomend it to people with little kids. Many thanks to Harry and Kristela from Olympus restaurant and to Sampson from the beach service - they were extremely friendly and made our stay even better. We would definitely be back!

jack begley

We stayed in a Suite in Sani Club and had a personal concierge called Mila. She was absolutely incredible and did everything in her power to make sure our stay was world class. The food and drink was great with amazing breakfast and a good selection of restaurants on the dine around menu, the best of which was a greek restaurant in the Marina (I can't quite remember the name). As you'd imagine it's excellent for children of any age - we brought our 4 month old and he was well taken care of. Would highly recommend to any of my friends.

Rik van der Lee

Words can hardly describe our experience at Sani Resort. This resort offers an unparalleled blend of luxury, hospitality, and natural beauty. Everything is meticulously taken care of, from the stunning accommodations to the breathtaking beaches and the wide variety of restaurants and activities. The staff excels at making your stay unforgettable, striking the perfect balance between professionalism and personal attention. Without a doubt, this was the most extraordinary and complete resort experience we’ve ever had. We can’t wait to return!

Hiren Patel

Our stay at Porto Sani was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the team made us feel incredibly welcome, delivering a level of service that truly exemplifies a 5-star experience. The room we stayed in was luxurious which was room 215, equipped with all the high-end amenities you would expect from a top-tier resort. Porto Sani is a perfect destination for families. We loved that everything was within walking distance, including the beautiful marina and pristine beach. The resort's transfer buggy service was a fantastic convenience, making it easy to explore every corner of the property with minimal effort. The buffet offered a great variety of dishes, maintaining high standards throughout. Our 7-year-old enjoyed the selections, and we found it to be ideal for couples as well, thanks to the spacious layout that allowed for privacy even during the busy high season. A special shout-out to Vlad from Sani Beach. We can't wait to return to Porto Sani, this little slice of paradise some point in the future!

Gisele and Andreas Frank

Well managed, outstanding 5 star resort for families. Plenty of space, great facilities and services. Sani Club, Beach, Porto and Dunes share some of the facilities. The dine around offer works well and guarantees a good variety of culinary experiences. Our concierge Alexis and the whole team were very customer oriented and went above and beyond to ensure the best possible stay. The app facilitates planning and booking of pilates, yoga, climbing, sparta, and all other trainings and experiences. Transportation within the resort also works very well with the golf cars. Overall, a very pleasant experience.

Wanting Low

Truly a 5-star experience - a luxury for both the parents and the children. The pools were exceptional and the private beach with towel service was a luxury. What stood out the most was the warm hospitality we’ve received throughout our one-week stay. We were warmly welcomed at Porto Sani and were pleasantly amazed by the hospitality of the staff there, ranging from the receptionists to the waiters and waitresses to the housekeeping team. My daughter had so much fun interacting with the staff, who went to extra mile to provide an enjoyable experience for our entire family. A special shout-out to our personal concierge Demetrios, Angela at Sea Breeze bar, Diana and Albi at Artemis and the team at Elia for making our stay such a personalised and enjoyable one.

Youngyee Cho

Travelled with our 5yo and had a great experience at Porto Sani. Our personal concierge Maya was amazing from start to finish, and the hospitality everywhere in the resort was top notch. Would recommend Bird Watching with Danny (friendly, insightful and responsive to our needs) and Volvo tour with Vangelis (funny, friendly, knowledgeable and surprised us with special drinks!).

Roksana Yordanova

The food at the hotel wasn’t bad - many options and most of them tasty. However this was the only good thing about our vacation at Dion Palace. • All 4 outside pools they had were very dirty, looking abandoned even though the hotel was fully booked. • The hotel’s private beach was not typical for Greece at all - full with stones (big and small) and the water wasn’t clear at all (not that it was anyone’s fault!) • The staff was polite but very very noisy especially between 2-4pm. I was there with a baby and having a nap in the room was close to impossible. The cleaners were like throwing stuff in the corridors while cleaning rooms at exactly 2 till 4pm. Very unreasonable. • This was also the time when they were cleaning the rooms so our room could not be cleaned for days as I was trying to put the baby to sleep exactly then. I personally believe they should be changing towels and cleaning until lunch, when people would be at the beach for example. Overall I wouldn’t recommend going there with kids, especially if you want to use their beach.

Srdjan Seremesic

It offers different options for different guests. But it did not meet our expectations, primarily because of the services that are not at the level of such a renowned hotel. We felt uncomfortable because we had to wait 2 and a half hours to get into the room (after 11 hours of travel) because the previous guests were allowed to stay longer and when we asked them for the same treatment, they were not understanding... The food is satisfactory value for money below expectation.

Oren Pinshow

Breakfast buffet unchanged for 4 days, oily food, and stale vegetables. Dinner buffet lacked variety, tasteless food, stale vegetables, and extra charges for water and coffee. Room cleaning was subpar. Swimming pools closed, indoor pool restricted for kids, and requires an appointment. Beds too soft; adding visco did not help. Poor room lighting. Staff was nice. Large rooms. Good location

Marcel Rossi

A beautiful place, especially for families with kids between 4 and 10 years. 3 different pools and a beautiful beach. Drinks and food are served everywhere. The rooms are daily cleaned and you don't have to take care about anything.

Alex Mihalev

Where to start, ah, yes, this in no way can be a 5* hotel, it is rather 2* motel, but by the beach. Firstly, the rooms were not ready, we waited in the lobby bar for about an hour, and the receptionist was supposedly calling us when the rooms were ready. I went to the reception again, the girl who took my phone number even hasn't have handed it to the next shift guy, who also reacted like they didn't know of any guests are arriving, so he had to check again if the rooms were ready. Well at 4PM they were, they had to. We had to pay 100Euro, just like that, cash, because the government, they said, something about Green New Deal. EU cares about the environment... out of the review topic. It started with one of the rooms having AC that only blows air, but not cooling. Went to the reception, the guy said they will send someone. I waited for over an hour and went down to the reception to ask what happened with the technician, apparently there wasn't one onsite. So the day was practically gone with an hour left for the beach. I had to ask the receptionist to find another room. He kinda checked and agreed with me. Why would I need to ask for that though? So, I would stay in a sauna, if I hadn't ask? Well, the other room didn't have much better AC, it was barely working, pathetic... Oh, there is no elevator in that 5 star hotel, so I had to move my luggage downstairs and back upstairs, because the other room was on the left side of the lobby, so they practically have two second floors, a marvel of the modern architecture. The very first thing you notice there, that there are AC blowers in the lobby, but all windows are opened? What is the logic? At least in the perspective of a Green Planet and not wasting energy? The rooms have safe switches on the balcony doors, so to stop the AC if you open the door. Well my parents' room had the switch, that didn't eventually cut the the AC power, in my room that switch was bypassed. You can see the pictures of both "options". It seems it was a good building, that lacks in maintenance, now for over 10 years. You can see decay almost everywhere. The hotel lacks basic cleanliness. The room furniture is mediocre and way old. While the lobby, despite being full of more expensive however tastelessly arranged modern pieces of chandeliers and cheap paintings can lead to nausea being so ungraciously pompous. The TVs in the room are at least 15 years old and there were those curtain like thingies on the beds back boards, that look intimidatingly dirty and out of bounds. The doors... they don't have handles from outside...Is this a thing? Saving money from that? I locked myself 3 times. The bathroom, over all mediocre, I have never seen a bathtub faucets and drains situated like that, see the picture. Someone cut renovation expenses again, by saving from a pipe length. This 5star hotel?! There are a few other things, but I will stop with the review here. Just to say though, the dinner included is a cheap buffet. They don't have plastic cups, but they won't allow you to take your coffee out in the regular coffee cups. Almost nobody speaks English. The "restaurant's" chairs are dirty, however they won't allow you to enter with shorts, like it's the French Riviera. On a positive note, the people from Dion and Litochoro are very nice, welcoming people and the restaurants and the other hotels are better, this one is an exception. I booked it trusting the platforms and was duped, the whole point was to be by the beach, well I paid for my naivete.