Beach Hotels in Kalymnos, South Aegean

"Just returned from a wonderfully relaxing week at OKU Kos. It is a truly stunning hotel set on the edge of the dunes leading to a sandy beach and the clear waters of the Aegean. The hotel is designed in a laidback boho style in calming neutral shades. Rooms are cool and comfortable appointed with all you need - a Nespresso coffee maker made me very happy! The bed was incredibly comfortable. Food was fantastic. We were spoilt for choice at breakfast with an amazing selection of granolas, nuts, seeds and dried and fresh fruit. 6 different milks to satisfy any taste and delicious Greek yogurt. As well as a great variety of cooked breakfast and a vast selection of breads. You couldn’t have asked for more. We were half board so enjoyed an excellent dinner each evening. The menu was varied and created with fresh local ingredients. Everything we tried was delicious. There’s a separate vegan menu too. A special mention for the staff who were charming, helpful and did everything to ensure we felt well looked after. It’s advisable to hire a car while staying at OKU Kos as it is fairly isolated, so wandering to a local village is not an option. We took a trip to Kos town and the beautiful mountainside village of Zia. The hotel organised the car hire and provided us with a very useful map with suggestions of places to visit and restaurant recommendations. All in all a relaxing, restorative break in a beautiful hotel which I highly recommend. Thank you everyone at OKU Kos!!"

"We in fact stayed for 7 nights due to booking confusion with change of airline flight date/time. Late arrival & check in but pleasent to find cooked food selection and drinks available even at 11:30pm in buffet restaurant. Positive start. Room 612 overlooking quiet swimming pool area away from main block. Rooms spacious , clean & amenities with mini bar filled daily. Hotel has lovely facilities, welcome & courteous staff across all areas , recep, dining, bar etc. Two theme restaurants, Italian in our opinion excellent, Meat disappointingly average. Main buffet excellent alround , breakfast, lunch & dinner. Bars offer pleasant cocktails which creates waits , spirits are ok but not full strength nor premium. Beer & wine ok. Hotel beach a big disappointment even with pitta gyros station & bar. Hotel is a good 45m-1 hr walk into Kos Town (well worth visiting). Hotel do provide a free cycle tour in once a week which was good. Walking round area not a lot to see other than wetlands area which we believe hosts flamingos but not when we visited. Overall the hotel is a big all inclusive perhaps more suited for families , entertainment and pool use given remoteness. It was getting busier as we left and can see how it becomes a churn but for us in early season was a welcome break. Nothing detrimental to say other than wouldn’t visit as a couple in height of season. "

"Things were clean, the staff was friendly, the location was convenient from the bus stop, port, restaurant and tourist attractions. The view was beautiful. The only thing I wish was that there were some dairy and gluten free options for breakfast (such as a dairy free milk or yogurt for the granola, some potatoes, that sort of thing)."

"Such a lovely resort. Everything was clean. We did have some issues with door locking properly and the iron/ironing board provided had seen better days. Food was great. Actually preferred the buffet over a la carte. All inclusive doesnt include all drinks as such but this is made clear on menus"

"Everything was good but there were few small things which were not included like a toothpaste ? "

"Fantastic resort - lovely space to walk around with a number of pools and restaurants to choose from. Evening entertainment was available each night. We ate breakfast and dinner in the restaurant which had lots of choice. Relaxing atmosphere. "

"Very Good but problem with fridge refills "

"Hotel has a nice layout, had a few issues when we first arrived but they were sorted out quickly. Overall a nice relaxing holiday with plenty to do onsite if you don’t want to travel or go on excursions. "

"Beautiful small complex. Very clean staff very friendly shout out to Sophia who was an absolute star! Pool area was amazing and a haven to escape the pirate boats! Not much to do but we knew that before we booked, if you want to chill, listen to music, read a book and grab some rays, I couldn’t think of a better place."