Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

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Escape to Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa, where beachfront bliss meets eco-friendly luxury. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, relax by the poolside bar or unwind with aromatherapy at Armonia spa. The 4 on-site restaurants offer Mediterranean cuisine and guests praise the helpful staff.
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travellers

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Airport transfer
  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 5 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Health club
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Pool bar

Feel at home (6)

  • In-room childcare (surcharge)
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is Rp9.421.735
Rp11.038.128 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun

Why we love this property

Business and leisure blend
This hotel pairs productive meeting spaces with spa treatments. Guests can unwind with 24-hour room service and visit three distinctive bars.
Culinary paradise
Enjoy five Mediterranean and international eateries with stunning views. Three bars await, plus complimentary buffet breakfast featuring vegan choices.

Room options

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Executive Room with Private Pool - Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room with Private Pool - Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Room - Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Prestige 3-Bedroom Family Pool Suite Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 125 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Two Bedroom Interconnecting Rooms with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 66 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Premium Room with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Duplex with Private Pool - Basement Level - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 66 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Retreat with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Grand Suite with Private Pool & Outdoor living area - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Superior Fam Room-Private pool -Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

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Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Crete, 720 53

What's nearby

  • Plaka Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Elounda Windmills - 15 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Spinalonga - 16 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Spinalonga Fortress - 16 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Port of Agios Nikolaos - 30 min drive - 19.7 km

Getting around

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 66 min drive
  • Sitia (JSH) - 98 min drive
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free beach shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Mezzo Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Blend - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Leonidas Taverna - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Samurai Sushi Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Dimitri's Steak House - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

  • Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa puts you within a 15-minute drive of Plaka Beach and Elounda Windmills. Guests can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy or Ayurvedic treatments, and Stone Beach by Cayo, one of 5 restaurants, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for lunch. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include 3 bars/lounges, an indoor pool and a poolside bar. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 116 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • On-site parking is limited
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
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Off-site

    • Free beach shuttle
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 5 restaurants
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private dining
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Travelling with children

  • Childcare in room (surcharge)
  • Bed rails
  • Stair gate
  • Outlet covers

What to do

  • Free beach shuttle
  • Private winery tours
  • Beach nearby
  • Bike rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby

Working away

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1292 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 8 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2019
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Health club
  • An indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Mediterranean architecture

Accessibility

  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 49-inch Smart TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Selected Comfort mattress

What to enjoy

  • Furnished patio

Freshen up

  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Dining table
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

Spa

Armonia Spa has 3 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. The spa is equipped with a sauna and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Stone Beach by Cayo – This beachfront restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and serves brunch, lunch and light fare.
Ambrosia Main Restaurant – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Open daily.
Sage & Thyme Mediterranea – Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and only serves lunch. Open daily.
Kelari Gourmet Restaurant – Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specialises in Mediterranean cuisine and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
Filema – This poolside theme restaurant specialises in Greek cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in the Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) and Travelife – programmes that measure the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. 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 to 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 15.00 per accommodation, per night

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 125 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 3)

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during January, February, March, November, December and April.

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 70.0 per day
  • Airport shuttle service for children up to age 12 costs EUR 125 (one-way)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • The seasonal pool is open from April 15 to October 31
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number 1168606

Also known as

Cayo Exclusive Resort Spa
Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa Hotel
Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa Agios Nikolaos
Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa Hotel Agios Nikolaos

Frequently asked questions

Is Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa currently open?

The property is closed during January, February, March, November, December and April.

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.

Is an airport shuttle service offered by Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 125 per vehicle one-way.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling, hiking and horse riding. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the indoor pool. Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa also has 3 bars, a seasonal outdoor pool and a Turkish bath, as well as spa services and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Yes, there are 5 on-site restaurants, featuring beachfront dining, Mediterranean cuisine and ocean views.

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished patio.

What's the area around Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa like?

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa is located a short 5-minute walk from Plaka Beach.

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Reviews

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The private pools were a highlight, with many guests praising their relaxing and enjoyable experience. (9 reviews)
  • The hotel's private beach and nearby Stone Beach offer a relaxing experience with calm waters and scenic views. (8 reviews)
  • Breakfast was excellent with a varied selection and vegan options available. (5 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing service! Fantastic hotel and property, beautiful island with wonderful people! Highly recommended!
john, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

My Granddaughter and I enjoyed our private pool and the entire resort was immaculate
Rhonda, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful luxury resort in exclusive Elounda Bay area. My family and I enjoyed the 5-star service and quiet serene location. Our private family villa was pristine, with private pool and amazing views. The resort pools were beautiful as well. Breakfast and on-site dining options were very good. The only room for improvement would be the hotel beach and club. The stone beach and service were truly excellent, but getting sunbeds was a bit of a challenge since the beach club is also open to the public.
Despina, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely relaxing hotel, great service, recommended for a peaceful time in lovely surroundings
Stephen, 9-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The resort is a beautiful oasis of calm. The staff are charming and helpful and the whole place is so beautifully designed. It is a short walk (5-10 minutes) into the tiny town of Plaka, but it is a town packed with excellent restaurants.
Benjamin Gosling, 11-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property and location
Derek, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet area but amazing pool suites and very modern and clean
Corrin, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay

Private pool and balcony with room is great. Breakfasts are lovely. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Emma, 10-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Premium room with sea view

Very cozy, clean and comfortable hotel. We stayed in the premium room which was very nice located on top of the hill.
Julia, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Splendid hotel! Highly recommend! The staff is friendly and super helpful. The place is gorgeous and well kept. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Lisa, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cayo Crete was s awesome

I have travelled a lot and all over the world and this is probably the best hotel I have stayed in….Exclusive it certainly was….fantastic location, excellent quality and superb service
Personal plunge pool
Executive room
Room lounge area
Private sun terrace
andrew, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Truly outstanding hotel. Room was immaculately clean, great view, fantastic cocktails and food, wonderful staff and great attention to the details. I would recommend without hesitation.
Gareth, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room is clean, plenty of space, amazing view over the sea and Spinalonga. Private pool is worth a 5 star review on its own but the rest of the hotel adds even more, definitely worth it.
James, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing View!

Beautiful hotel with an amazing view of the sea and Spinalonga Island. Every room has a private plunge pool. Rooms are well arranged and spacious.
Kevin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful resort, extraordinary staff, delicious breakfast, thoughtfully designed rooms for families, nice gym and pools, convenient and easily walkable to the beach and town. Truly an extraordinary stay in every way. Kelari Restaurant is delicious and unique, and we had two amazing dinners there with exceptional service and lovely Cretan wine. One of the best resorts in which we have had the pleasure of staying. We'll be back!
Beth, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

All Staff were amazing and nothing was any trouble for them
Lisa, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were without exception helpful, polite, professional, and extremely friendly. Pool area was stunning and not overcrowded. Room had its own mini pool as well. Excellent breakfast. Main restaurant seemed quite pricey but Plaka village only a short walk where there were a myriad of eating options. Fantastic place and would thoroughly recommend.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The design and style of the property is excellent with many little things considered, but what really makes it special is the staff who will always go the extra mile with nothing too much trouble. Bravo for the training and customer engagement.
Branislav, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a really excellent hotel. Not only the staff was amazing alt all times, the entire resort was very well built and comfortable. The owner is local and owns a construction company and you can feel that by how well the hotel is built. There is a funicular lift for the rooms which are built on a steep hill making it very easy to access the rooms. The room has got a great size and the bathroom and toilet are separate and very good. There is plenty of storage space which I feel sometimes is lacking in hotels. The view from the room is impressive and the private swimming pool is quite good size. There is plenty of free water, a welcome pack. The gym is well equipped. The breakfast is excellent and at request some vegan options were available (although not a lot in terms of hot food). There are 2 large swimming pools and the beach is a 4 minute walk. They provide a shuttle to the beach. There are electric car charging points and electric cars for rental.
Ricardo, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

CAYO is amazing. We spent the first few days of our honeymoon here and I am happy we did. The staff was upbeat, on top of everything, and went out of their way to make sure our stay was everything we wanted it to be. On first night we received the most wonderful cake and bottle of wine as a wedding present. The cake was so perfect that it didn't look real. Plaka, the surrounding town arean, is so quiet and relaxing; no hustle and bustle traffice and noise. If you are looking to relax in a peaceful setting with excellent views then this is the place to be. Eloundas is a short drive with plenty of dining and shopping if you feel like getting out. One negative for some is the beach. If you want a sandy beach, this isn't it. CAYO's beach restaurant (which is a short shuttle ride away because the hotel is not on the water) is called Stone Beach for a reason. While the stones may not be everyone's ideal material, it does make for a very relaxing audio experience when the waves hit the beach. When I am in Crete again I would go out of my way to stay at CAYO, if only for a night. I wish we had spent our entire honeymoon at this resort.
Steven, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pleasant stay (be sure that you are rich)

Overall very very pleasant stay. You will be enjoying a very nice hotel and incredible service and kindness. The beach is crystal clear and very calm waters despite the wind Positives: Service, staff, cleanness (top top), room (definitely get the pool room) the facilities and the views. The food was very good but the desserts (especially choclate desserts) were the worst I ate. For dessert I could only have fruits. The beach bar was clean, they provide towels as much as you want but the beach bar also has its negatives please look at the below section for my negative comment. Negatives: The wind is sometimes unbearable. It is so strong that you cannot stay outside (we visited mid July). The cayo stone beach bar food is absolute abysmall. The service the personnel are really nice they are doing a very great job. But the menu is a disaster. I could not find one thing to order and the prices are 3-4 times the already overpriced neighboring places. For those prices you would expect to have some good food, very surprising. They should check the menu of the neighboring restaurants. The hotel is at the top so you need a shuttle service plus you take an finicular to your room. It is just too much effort to go down to the beach. The area itself is no different than Mykonos prices. For only dinner (2 people NO DRINKS) you pay 100 euros a night!!!!! This is insane like really insane. Also the restaurants at the shore have similar prices. So be ready to spend some serious money here.
null, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing!!! great location' very friendly staff and a heavenly view!!
Liane, 10-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay!
Reuben, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Stunning property and very kind staff! Went in early May for a babymoon and couldn’t have asked for a better hotel. Will be back and bring the little one next year.
Svetlana, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Superb service and good food. This hotel stands out from many others in Crete for its location, close to a very pretty village with genuinely excellent tavernas. The island of Spinalonga also adds a lot of charm to the area.
Morgan, 7-night trip