"Blue Lagoon Resort, Kos – Our Third Stay, and Definitely Not Our Last ❤️
We stayed at the Blue Lagoon Resort from 26 August to 9 September 2026, travelling as a family with our 8-year-old son.
And this was not our first stay.
It was our third time at the Blue Lagoon Resort – and once again, it felt less like coming to a hotel and much more like coming home.
After our first visit in 2024, we already knew that this was a special place for us. Every time we return, there are familiar faces waiting for us, people who remember us, welcome us warmly and genuinely seem happy to see us again. That feeling is incredibly special and, for us, one of the biggest reasons why we keep coming back.
A Welcome That Feels Like Coming Home
Once again, we were welcomed in the most beautiful way.
When we entered our room, we found sparkling wine with fresh fruit and a lovely “Welcome Home” letter waiting for us.
“Welcome Home” – those two words might sound like a small gesture, but to us they mean so much.
After three visits, it really does feel like coming home.
It is these little personal touches that make the Blue Lagoon Resort different from many other hotels. You don’t feel like just another room number.
Our Rides Around the Resort – And Our Friend Vince ❤️
Because the Blue Lagoon Resort is such a large and beautiful resort, we made frequent use of the hotel’s own buggies to get around.
And this is where another special person became part of our holiday memories: Vince.
We quickly took Vince into our hearts.
He always drove us wherever we wanted to go with such genuine happiness and friendliness. Whether we needed a ride somewhere within the resort or simply wanted to get around comfortably, Vince was always there with a smile.
But what made him particularly special was that he even came to pick us up from our room with our suitcases when it was time to leave.
It was such a kind and thoughtful gesture, and once again showed us that the little things really do matter.
We had so many lovely conversations and laughs with him during our rides, and by the end of our stay, Vince was another familiar face we were genuinely happy to see.
It is people like Vince who turn a hotel stay into something much more personal.
We will definitely remember him and hope to see him again next year. ❤️
Lunch at Athina – Our Little Daily Routine
During our stay, we had our lunch every day in the Satellite Area at the Athina Restaurant.
We quickly settled into our own little routine there, and one of the waiters became particularly special to us.
He was incredibly attentive, always took the time to talk to us and, most importantly, he also paid attention to our son. He joked around with him, made him laugh and made us feel genuinely welcome.
These may seem like little things, but when you travel as a family, they make such a difference.
Our lunches at Athina became something we genuinely looked forward to every day – not only because of the food, but because of the warm atmosphere and the wonderful people looking after us.
The Aquapark – So Much Fun for All Three of Us! 💦❤️
The Aquapark was another absolute highlight of our holiday.
We had so much fun there – all three of us!
Going down the slides together, laughing, screaming and simply enjoying ourselves as a family created some of our favourite memories of this trip.
It was one of those places where we could completely forget about everyday life and just have fun together.
And once again, there was a lovely personal moment that made the experience even more special.
The waitress preparing the drinks at the Aquapark recognised us from our previous stays.
She welcomed us so warmly and was genuinely happy to see us again. It was another little reminder that we are not simply anonymous guests at the Blue Lagoon.
Being recognised by staff in completely different areas of the resort makes you realise just how special the relationships between returning guests and the team can become.
The Aquapark wasn’t just great fun for our son – we adults had just as much fun as he did! 😂
It was one of those days where we laughed together, enjoyed the slides and made memories that we will be talking about for a long time.
Dinner – Different Restaurants, Different Memories
In the evenings, we enjoyed having dinner at different restaurants throughout the resort.
Our personal highlights were definitely Golden Sun, Mythos and Karavi.
And there was one very important reason why we especially loved these evenings:
Avarino wine. ❤️
We absolutely loved it and made a little tradition out of treating ourselves to it whenever we visited these restaurants.
The service in all three restaurants was excellent. The waiters were attentive, friendly and incredibly welcoming. We never felt rushed and always felt comfortable.
But one evening in particular will stay in our memories.
Our Last Evening at Karavi – And a Very Special Surprise
On our last evening, we had dinner at Karavi.
And then something happened that we honestly did not expect.
We suddenly saw Rannie.
We had already met him during our very first stay in 2024. Over the years, we had wondered whether he was still working at the resort, and we had almost convinced ourselves that we probably wouldn’t see him again.
And then, suddenly, there he was.
Our Rannie. Our friend.
The greeting was so incredibly warm and heartfelt. We were genuinely surprised and so happy to see him again.
Moments like that are exactly what make a hotel more than just a hotel.
It reminded us why we have such a strong connection to this place.
Sunset at the Beach 🌅
One of our favourite things to do during our evenings was to spend some time at the beach watching the sunset.
Whenever we had some time before dinner, especially when we had a later dinner reservation, we loved going down to the beach and enjoying the beautiful sunsets over the sea.
On other evenings, when we had time after dinner, we would also go to the beach for a little while before heading back to the resort.
These quiet moments at the beach were a wonderful contrast to the lively atmosphere of the resort. Just sitting there together as a family, watching the sun go down and enjoying the beautiful surroundings was something we really appreciated.
And after our time at the beach, there was one place we would almost always end up:
Ilios Bar. ❤️
It became our favourite place to spend the rest of our evenings – and, as the days went by, it increasingly felt less like a hotel bar and more like our little meeting place with friends.
Ilios Bar – Where Everyone Knows Everyone
We spent every evening at Ilios Bar.
And this was not simply because of the drinks.
It was because of the people.
We have known Konstantina since our first visit in 2024. Back then, she was working as a waitress.
The following year, she had become the manager of all the bars at the hotel.
And today, we can honestly say that she has become a friend.
Konstantina is an incredibly warm, caring and hardworking person. She genuinely cares about the guests, but she also cares about her employees – and that is something you can see.
There is such a wonderful harmony among the staff.
They work together, laugh together, help each other and create such a positive atmosphere.
And honestly, that is exactly how a great hotel team should be.
You can feel when employees are happy, respected and work well together – and at Blue Lagoon, we really felt that.
The Bar Team
We already knew several members of the bar team from our previous stay, including Maricris, Prei Chie and Rhemz.
This year, we also got to know Norissa, who fit into the team perfectly.
Just like the others, she is an absolute ray of sunshine – always smiling, always in a good mood and always making people feel welcome.
And of course, we cannot forget one of Konstantina’s most important rules:
She doesn’t like empty glasses! 😂
Whenever there was only the tiniest little sip left in our glasses, somehow the next drinks were already on their way.
We laughed so much together.
There were so many little jokes, funny moments and conversations that made our evenings at Ilios Bar feel less like being served drinks and more like spending time with friends.
Those evenings are memories we will take home with us.
The Hotel Manager
We would also like to mention the hotel manager.
Every time we saw him, he was incredibly warm and welcoming. He always greeted us and never failed to have a little joke with our son.
It was lovely to see that personal and friendly attitude from someone in such an important position.
Again, it contributes to the feeling that guests are genuinely seen and appreciated.
Travelling With a Child
As a family with an 8-year-old child, we also have to mention how much our son enjoyed the resort.
There is so much to do that he was never bored.
Between the pools, Aquapark, activities, entertainment and everything else the resort offers, there was always something exciting happening.
And the fact that the staff remembered him and joked around with him made him feel just as welcome as we did.
For us as parents, that is priceless.
Why We Keep Coming Back
After three stays, we could probably write a very long list of things we love about the Blue Lagoon Resort.
Yes, there are always little things that could be improved. No hotel is perfect.
But for us, the most important thing is something you cannot measure in stars or ratings:
the people.
The friendships, the familiar faces, the warm welcomes, the jokes, the little conversations, the feeling of being remembered.
That is what keeps bringing us back.
We don’t just return because of the pools, the Aquapark, the restaurants, the beautiful grounds or the location.
We return because of the people who have become part of our holiday memories.
And this year, once again, we felt that special connection.
Thank You, Blue Lagoon ❤️
Thank you to everyone at the Blue Lagoon Resort for another wonderful holiday.
Thank you for the warm welcome, the beautiful memories, the delicious dinners, the Avarino wine, the endless drinks at Ilios Bar, the fun at the Aquapark, the sunsets at the beach, the laughs, the conversations and all the little moments that made these two weeks so special.
A very special thank you to Konstantina, Maricris, Prei Chie, Rhemz, Norissa, Vince, Rannie, the wonderful team at Athina and everyone else who made us feel so welcome.
And thank you to the hotel management for creating an environment where employees and guests can feel comfortable, appreciated and genuinely happy.
We came to Kos for our third stay.
And once again, we left with the feeling that we had been visiting friends.
We are already looking forward to next year.
Because one thing is absolutely certain:
We will be back.
Until next year, Blue Lagoon. ❤️
See you in 2027!
With love and many wonderful memories,
Your returning guests
Antonella, Dmitriy & Alessio"
