Aristoteles Holiday Resort & Spa

🏊 Fantastic family-friendly pool area with shallow sections
🏖️ Just 150m from the beach via a convenient tunnel
🍹 Great-value All Inclusive with snacks and drinks for at least 12 hours daily
🛏️ Modern, air-conditioned rooms and maisonettes for up to five guests
🤗 Welcoming, friendly atmosphere in a low-rise village-style setting
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 250 | Blocks: 12 | Floors: 2 | Lifts: 1
Board options: All Inclusive
Child age: Up to 11 years (for pricing and kids’ club eligibility)

Aristoteles Holiday Resort & Spa sits on the fringes of Ouranoupolis, at the gateway to the Mount Athos peninsula – one of Halkidiki’s most scenic corners. The setting feels pleasantly secluded, with hillside views and the Aegean just below, yet you’re close enough to reach the resort centre by taxi or local bus for tavernas and harbour-front strolls.

Ouranoupolis itself blends old-world charm with a working fishing port: think Byzantine tower, bobbing boats, and ferries departing to cruise past the monasteries of Mount Athos. From here it’s easy to hop across to the tiny island of Ammouliani or the Drenia islets for some of the clearest waters in the region.

Beach: approx. 150m (via tunnel)
Nearest restaurant (off-site): approx. 750m
Ouranoupolis resort centre: approx. 3.8km
Thessaloniki city (day trip): approx. 140km
Approx. transfer time from airport: 2 hours (SKG Thessaloniki)

Ouranoupolis, Halkidiki, Greece

The main buffet restaurant keeps things relaxed and family-friendly, with Mediterranean and international dishes, show cooking and a kids’ buffet on busier dates. Highchairs and microwaves make life easier with little ones, and the hotel requests no beachwear at dinner for a smarter evening feel.

Between the beach bar and pool bar you’re well covered for cold drinks, ice creams and light bites throughout the day. The beach bar (usually 10:00–18:00, seasonal) is perfectly placed for sea-view coffees or a beer between swims, while the pool bar keeps the atmosphere lively around the main pool.

Please note: a smart dress code may apply and facilities or opening hours between restaurants and bars can vary by season and occupancy. Reservations or supplements may be required depending on your board arrangement, and details are subject to change.

The heart of the resort is the large outdoor freshwater pool, with wide shallow sections that are ideal for younger children and non-confident swimmers. Sunbeds and parasols line the spacious sunbathing terrace, and inflatable toys are permitted, adding to the fun, informal vibe. Fresh pool towels are available with a refundable deposit.

For cooler days or a quiet change of scene, head to the indoor freshwater pool in the spa centre (open seasonally).

A short walk through a purpose-built tunnel brings you safely to the sandy beach below the hotel, removing the need to cross the road. Here you’ll find the hotel’s own beach bar for drinks and light snacks, with sun and shade options to suit everyone.

Work up a sweat on the basketball or tennis court, gather the family for a game of football or volleyball, or enjoy a more leisurely round of table tennis – ideal for mixing a bit of activity into lazy pool days.

The small spa offers an indoor pool, sauna, steam room and whirlpool, along with a menu of massage and beauty treatments to help you fully unwind (minimum age 16 years, local charges apply; typically open 10:00–18:00, six days a week in season).

Practical touches include a 24-hour reception with luggage storage and an on-site mini-market for essentials, beach bits and snacks.

Superior Triple Room
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 4 guests.
Modern, comfortable rooms ideal for small families or friends, with twin or double beds plus an extra bed or sofa bed. Facilities typically include flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, safety deposit box, air conditioning, fridge, hairdryer, shower bathroom and a balcony or terrace. Daily cleaning service is included.

Superior Double Room
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 3 guests.
Bright, contemporary rooms with a double or twin beds and space for an additional bed on request. Each features a balcony or terrace, shower bathroom, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fridge, hairdryer, in-room safe and daily housekeeping.

Maisonette Room
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 5 guests.
Split-level accommodation that’s great for larger families or those wanting extra space. Expect a separate sleeping area on a mezzanine/upper level, plus a balcony, shower bathroom, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, air conditioning, fridge, hairdryer, safe and daily cleaning service.

Standard Double Room
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 2 guests.
Well-presented double or twin rooms with balcony or terrace, shower bathroom, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, fridge, hairdryer, safety deposit box and air conditioning. Ideal for couples or friends.

Standard Double Room with Sea View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 2 guests.
As Standard Double, but with an upgraded outlook towards the Aegean. Sea views add a little extra magic to mornings and sunsets from your balcony or terrace.

Standard Double Room for Single Parent Use
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 2 guests.
Configured and priced for a single adult travelling with a child, these rooms offer the same facilities as Standard Doubles, with balcony or terrace, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV, fridge, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning and daily cleaning.

Standard Double Room with Sea View for Single Parent Use
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 2 guests.
Designed for a single parent and child, combining the facilities of a Standard Double with a sea view upgrade for a more scenic stay.

Family Room with Garden View
Sleeps: minimum 2, maximum 5 guests.
Spacious rooms overlooking the gardens, suited to larger families. Expect sleeping areas for adults and children, balcony or terrace, shower bathroom, flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi, fridge, hairdryer, safe, air conditioning and daily housekeeping.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary. Specific furnishings, views, and room locations can differ within the same room type.

⚽ Basketball and small-sided football
🏓 Table tennis
🎾 Tennis courts
🏐 Volleyball
🎤 Regular evening entertainment (Jul–Sep) with live DJ, live music and professional shows
🎵 Occasional evening entertainment (Apr–May) including live DJ and live music
👧 Children’s club for 5–11yrs with arts & crafts and team games (seasonal, 6 days a week, depending on occupancy)
🧸 Indoor soft play area and outdoor playground for younger guests

🛎️ Reception with luggage storage
🛍️ On-site mini-market for essentials and beach gear
💆 Spa with sauna, steam room, whirlpool and massage treatments (16+, charges apply; seasonal opening)
👨‍👩‍👧 Restaurant facilities for families including highchairs, kids’ buffet and microwave corner
🧼 Daily room cleaning service
🌐 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
🧺 Pool towels available with refundable deposit
📅 Entertainment and facility opening times may vary by season and occupancy

Ouranoupolis offers a relaxed, authentically Greek base with a working harbour, Byzantine tower and daily ferry departures to the Mount Athos peninsula. Boat trips to the Drenia Islands and Ammouliani are popular for pristine beaches and snorkel-friendly waters.

Good to know:
• Flight time from UK to Thessaloniki (SKG): approx. 4 hours
• Time difference: GMT +2 hours
• Currency: Euro (€)
• Language: Greek (English widely spoken in tourist areas)
• Family focus: kids’ club typically operates July–August and services may be reduced outside peak season

Some facilities and entertainment are seasonal or weather dependent and may change without notice. Local charges may apply for certain activities and services. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Aristoteles Holiday Resort & Spa suitable for families with young children?
Yes. The resort has a large shallow pool area, children’s club (5–11yrs, seasonal), indoor soft play, an outdoor playground and family-size rooms and maisonettes sleeping up to five. The buffet restaurant also provides highchairs and a kids’ buffet on selected dates.

2. How close is Aristoteles Holiday Resort & Spa to the beach?
The hotel is approximately 150m from the sandy beach, which you can reach via a convenient underpass-style tunnel. This avoids road crossings and makes it easy to move safely between pool and sea, even with little ones in tow.

3. What does All Inclusive cover at Aristoteles Holiday Resort & Spa?
All Inclusive includes buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the main restaurant, plus snacks at selected times between meals (for a minimum of three hours per day). Local wine, beer, spirits, cocktails, hot drinks and soft drinks are served for at least 12 hours daily. All Inclusive guests also benefit from around 20% discount on international branded alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. Exact times and inclusions may change from season to season.

4. Is there evening entertainment at Aristoteles Holiday Resort & Spa?
Yes. In the main summer months (typically July to September) you can expect regular evening entertainment, including live DJs, live music and professional shows. In shoulder periods (such as April and May) entertainment is offered on a more occasional basis and can vary depending on occupancy.

5. Does Aristoteles Holiday Resort & Spa have a spa and indoor pool?
The hotel has a small spa centre with an indoor freshwater pool, sauna, steam room, whirlpool and a range of massage and beauty treatments. These facilities are usually open between 10:00 and 18:00, six days per week in season, and a minimum age of 16 years plus local charges apply.

6. What room types work best for larger families?
Maisonette Rooms and Family Rooms with Garden View each sleep up to five guests and are the most suitable for larger families. They provide more space than standard rooms and are designed to comfortably accommodate both adults and children.

7. How long is the transfer from Thessaloniki Airport (SKG)?
The journey from Thessaloniki Airport to Aristoteles Holiday Resort & Spa in Ouranoupolis is around 2 hours by shared coach transfer, depending on traffic and how many hotel drop-offs there are along the route. Private transfers are often quicker.

8. Is Wi-Fi available at the hotel?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including most rooms and public areas, making it easy to stay in touch, stream or share your holiday photos.

9. Are there many steps or is the resort suitable for guests with limited mobility?
The resort is set across multiple low-rise blocks on a hillside, and although there is one lift, there can be slopes and steps around the property, particularly when moving between the main facilities and some room blocks. Guests with reduced mobility should discuss specific requirements with a Travelisto travel consultant before booking.

10. Can I visit Mount Athos or Ammouliani Island from the hotel?
Yes. From nearby Ouranoupolis harbour you can take boat trips that sail along the Mount Athos peninsula (viewing the monasteries from the water) or hop across to Ammouliani Island and the Drenia islets for beautiful, quieter beaches. Excursions are bookable locally and subject to weather and season.