Travelers soak up sun on a private beach or poolside, enjoy spectacular views, savor meals at three restaurants, and find balance with yoga or spa treatments.
Daios Cove offers a peaceful retreat with a private beach and poolside bars. Guests enjoy a complimentary breakfast buffet and can revitalize with yoga or treatments like aromatherapy and hot stone massages at Kepos spa. The resort is family-friendly.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
On private beach
Pool
Spa
Parking included
Free WiFi
Restaurant
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Located in Agios Nikolaos, Daios Cove is on a private beach. Folk Museum and Museum of Cretan Ethnology are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Abduction of Europa and Gournia Archaeological Site. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Agios Nikolaos travel guide
Vathi, Agios Nikolaos Lasithiou, Agios Nikolaos, Crete Island, 721 00
What's nearby
Stalis Beach
35 min drive - 42.5 km
Karavostasi Beach
4 min drive - 3.1 km
Voulisma Beach
6 min drive - 5.0 km
Istro Beach
9 min drive - 6.5 km
Star Beach Water Park
38 min drive - 48.9 km
Getting around
Sitia (JSH)
70 min drive
Restaurants
Smile Café
5 min drive
Blue Marine Resort & Spa Panorama Bar
3 min drive
Macrame By Voulisma
7 min drive
Ocean Club Restaurant Daios Cove
6 min walk
Mama Lukia & Lojeta
7 min drive
About this property
Daios Cove
Luxury family-friendly resort
Consider a stay at Daios Cove and take advantage of a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a terrace. With a private beach, beachfront dining, and scuba diving, this resort is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Indulge in aromatherapy, a facial, and a body treatment at Kepos, the onsite spa. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the 3 on-site restaurants, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Yoga classes and fitness classes are offered at the gym; Daios Cove also has 3 coffee shops/cafes, a garden, and a hair salon. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 3 bars.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool, along with pool umbrellas
Free self parking
An outdoor tennis court, supervised childcare (surcharge), and ATM/banking services
Luggage storage, wedding services, and multilingual staff
Room features
All 290 rooms feature comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like pillow menus and laptop-compatible safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
Rainfall showers, designer toiletries, and bidets
42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, childcare services, and electric kettles
All inclusive details
All-inclusive room rates at Daios Cove are available. These rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Food and beverages
All buffet meals and snacks included
24-hour room service
In-room minibar (all beverages included)
Limited gourmet or à la carte dining
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
3 bars/lounges
3 coffee shops/cafes
3 restaurants
A beach bar
A poolside bar
Coffee and tea in common areas
Couples/private dining
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
Greek Taverna
Ocean Restaurant
Pangea
The Beach House
Things to do
Children's pool
Fitness classes
Free children's club
Full-service spa
Gym
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Sauna
Scuba diving
Steam room
Yoga classes
Family friendly
Children's pool
Free children's club
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised activities for children (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Hair salon
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services
Business services
Business center
Conference space
Meeting room
Outdoors
Garden
On a private beach
Pool umbrellas
Terrace
Full-service spa
Aromatherapy
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Hydrotherapy
Manicures/pedicures
Sauna
Spa open daily
Steam room
Thai massages
Turkish bath
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
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2 floors
25 buildings
Banquet hall
Built in 2010
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Egyptian cotton sheets
Pillow menu
Pillowtop mattress
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Bidet
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower/bathtub combination
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
42-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
iPod dock
Pay movies
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Espresso maker
Free bottled water
Minibar
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Air conditioning
Laptop-compatible safe
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.
Is Daios Cove pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Daios Cove?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Daios Cove?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Are there all-inclusive benefits at Daios Cove?
Some rate plans available at this property are all-inclusive.
Where is Daios Cove located?
Nestled on the beach, this Agios Nikolaos resort is within 3 mi (5 km) of Karavostasi Beach, Almiros, and Agios Panteleímonas. Golden Beach and Voulisma Beach are also within 6 mi (10 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Daios Cove Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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Breathtaking views when you first arrive!
The private beach is beautiful and convenient.
The hotel is very chic and luxurious.
The food was very good!
Lots of families, it seems to be popular among couples with babies!
A beautiful and well maintained hotel.
The staff provides good service, but they never go the extra mile , everything is done strictly by the book.
The buffet is of low quality for a hotel charging €650 per night.
Amazing hotel, staff were outstanding. My only feedback is that the food in the buffet restaurant is a bit hit and miss quality wise. Will definitely come back here next time Im in Crete.
We received a wonderful reception and the customer care was exceptional. The staff friendly and efficient and the accommodations perfect. Thank you for your amazing hospitality. We will be back again and again and again.
We had an amazing stay. This is our fifth time visiting and there will be a sixth. Always perfect, immaculate and friendly. The staff is on hand to assist with a friendly smile and efficient service.
Avraham
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Robin
Nov 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The overall comfort, quality and style of accommodation and stunning setting were wonderful. Cleanliness of the whole resort and friendliness of staff were excellent.
Nothing to fault about Daios Cove - this place is an absolute paradise. The staff are unbelievable and the restaurant standards are world beating: well done Daios Cove, were definitely coming back !!
Amazing hotel with spectacular views and wonderful facilities. Staff are extremely helpful and the whole resort is a very relaxing place to spend a holiday, especially with the Resident's Club package. Family friendly and safe. Thoroughly recommended.
One of a kind, excellent! This was our 4th visit over the last 7 years and the facilites, decor and food just keep getting better. The setting and interior is stunning, its luxury but also familt friendly so everyine wins. Go for the all inclusive option and you will genuinely be delighted with the variety of food options, drinks and restaurants.
It's genuinely become our happy place and very hard to beat, its become the reason why we work! (We are 2 adults and 2 children under 7)
It is one of the most beautiful places we've had the great fortune to experience, and it is so beautiful that we didn't leave the resort during our entire 3-day stay. From start to finish, every detail was considered, and every need was taken care of. The team is welcoming and kind, and the location is absolutely stunning. While visiting with my partner (our kids left at home), we were keenly aware of how family-friendly the resort is, a pro for the many happy groups around us. If you plan to visit in May as we did, know the water will be fresh (!), and private pools might be too chilly to truly enjoy - though they'll still offer the perfect backdrop for some of the best photos you may ever take! We highly recommend Daios Cove.
This hotel, like many others marked as “VIP Access,” offers no real benefits. Despite clear upgrade availability the night before check-in, we were told nothing was available once we mentioned VIP status—a recurring pattern where upgrades are consistently denied using vague excuses. If a non-VIP guest wanted to pay, I’m certain a room would have been available.
There was no recognition, no perk, no welcome amenity—nothing. Even after raising the issue with guest relations, no effort was made to address it. Additionally, the advertised valet parking doesn’t exist and isn’t needed—it’s just misleading.
This feels more like a marketing trick than a real program. I strongly urge you to review and remove this hotel from the VIP Access list.
Daios Cove is a beautiful hotel, it was super clean and the staff were fabulous! It is however worth noting that it’s 20 minute drive from anywhere €40 round trip to the local town, the children’s pool is absolutely tiny, (it’s a shame they didn’t make the adults only pool the kids one to be honest) and in busy periods sunloungers by both the pool and on the private beach are impossible to obtain! The food is great we were half board and couldn’t fault it but the restaurants are expensive for lunch and drinks eg. ice lollies €6 a go and drinks in line with top London prices. There were water sports on offer paddle boards €20 an hour and the doughnut rides €30 a go per person, diving, waterskiing etc are on offer but in peak times you do have to wait a while. We would return due to the quality of the food and the staff who were faultless but would probably go as all inclusive next time around as offers better options for restaurants. It’s about an hours transfer from the nearest airport and the transfer for 5 of us was €195 each way this is included with all inclusive.
Generell eine sehr schöne Anlage mit super netten Mitarbeitern. Leider ist das Preiskonzept für Speisen und Getränke nicht nachvollziehbar. Eine Flasche Wasser mit Sprudel für 8 Euro die ich in jedem Supermarkt in der Nähe für 90 Cent bekomme??????? Und das setzt sich bei Wein und Bier fort. Aus diesem Grund leider nicht weiter zu empfehlen.