Griechenland ∙ Kreta ∙ Agios Nikolaos

Daios Cove *****
Tour operator category

HER277
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Location

The elegant Daios Cove hotel is one of the most exclusive 5-star hotels on Crete. Its secluded, quiet location in the northeast of the island makes it an ideal place for relaxing holidays in a stylish atmosphere. The complex nestles harmoniously into its surroundings, along the bay down to the private, fine sandy beach of Vathi. Thanks to its exquisite location, almost every point in the hotel offers a breathtaking view of the sea.
The imposing town of Agios Nikolaos, with numerous restaurants, taverns, and bars, is approx. 7 km from the hotel. Elounda, with the small town of Schisma, from where excursion boats depart to the famous island of Spinalonga, is approx. 15 km away. Heraklion airport is 67 km away.
Seaside resort with sun umbrellas, infinity pool, and hillside buildings at sunset.
Modern outdoor area with pool, trees, and sea view in warm light.

Facilities

Open dining area with wooden furniture overlooking beach and sea in clear weather.
Cozy hotel lounge area with upholstered furniture, warm lighting, and open wooden ceiling.
Modern hotel restaurant with round wooden tables, green chairs, and minimalist art on the wall.
Open kitchen with chefs behind a long counter in a modern restaurant.
Hotel terrace on a cliff with tables and chairs, surrounded by green shrubs.
Bright hotel lounge with wooden furniture, stone wall, and large windows.
Illuminated wooden frame on an evening hotel path in a quiet, wooded setting.
Unwind and enjoy the sea; at Daios Cove, relaxation and enjoyment are the top priorities. The luxury hotel with 290 rooms offers extensive amenities. These include the reception, a lobby bar, the "PANGEA" main restaurant, 4 à-la-carte restaurants (for a fee), various boutiques, complimentary Wi-Fi, 2 beach elevators, a spa area of over 2500 m² with sea views, and the main bar, "The Crystal Box." In the outdoor area, you will find the 60 m wide, heated "Infinity" saltwater pool with a separate adults-only pool and beautiful views of the Cretan Sea, as well as a pool bar. Sun loungers, parasols, and pool towels are included at the pool and beach. An additional beach bar is available on the beach.

Accommodation

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View

The comfortably furnished double rooms feature a bathroom with a separate shower cabin/WC, bathtub, king-size bed, flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, minibar (for a fee), safe, coffee/tea station, room service (24h, for a fee), and a balcony or terrace with sea view (DDM). Can also be booked as a double room for single occupancy (DM1).

Bright hotel room with sea view, large windows, and modern, cozy decor.
Hotel room with bed, nightstands, sink, and bathtub under warm lighting.
Balcony with sofa, table, and chairs overlooking calm blue bay and green hill.
Hotel room with modern design, large bed, and view of sea and mountainous landscape.

Deluxe Double Room with Private Pool

Equipped with the same amenities as the Deluxe Double Room, these also feature a balcony with a private saltwater pool and sea view (DDP).
Alternatively, also bookable for single use (DSD).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Deluxe Junior Suite

The high-quality Deluxe Junior Suites feature a comfortable king-size bed, bed linen made of natural Egyptian cotton with feather and memory foam pillows, a bathroom with a separate shower cabin/WC, LCD satellite TV, minibar (included), Nespresso coffee machine, safe, individually adjustable air conditioning/heating, laundry and room service (24h, for a fee), and a balcony with rattan furniture (double sofa, 2 chairs, and a round table). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club (breakfast in the "Ocean" restaurant is not included, J2D).

Hotel room with sofa, bedside table, and a three-piece sailboat painting on the wall.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sitting area, and balcony view of the sea.
Bright hotel room with large bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern pool with sea view, surrounded by green garden and stone terrace with lounge area.

Deluxe Junior Suite with Private Pool

Equipped with the same amenities as the Deluxe Junior Suite, these feature a terrace with a private saltwater pool (2XX, not heatable). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club (breakfast in the "Ocean" restaurant is not included).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Premium Junior Suite with Private Pool

The Premium Junior Suites with private pool are equipped with the same amenities as the Deluxe Junior Suite and feature a large terrace with direct access to the private saltwater pool, which can be heated for a fee (ZJP). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club, including breakfast in the "Ocean" restaurant.
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Two white lounge chairs beside a clear outdoor pool at a hotel area.
Bright hotel room with large bed, sitting area, and sea view through windows.
Modern bathroom with bathtub, shower, large mirror, and toiletries in a hotel.
View of an infinity pool with two lounge chairs and sea view framed by stone walls.
Bright hotel room with comfortable armchairs, flat-screen TV, and terrace view.

Suite with Sea View

The spacious suites feature a king-size bed in the bedroom, a bathroom with a separate shower and bathtub, a pull-out sofa bed in the separate living/bedroom area, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, flat-screen TV, telephone, Nespresso machine, minibar (included), safe, coffee/tea maker, air conditioning, and a terrace with sea view (S2M). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.

Suite with Private Pool and Sea View

Equipped with the same amenities as the Suite with Sea View, these also feature a balcony with a private saltwater pool and sea view (IP2). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Bright hotel living area with white furniture and view of terrace and mountain landscape.
Terrace with seating offers view of coastline and sea at sunset.
Modern hotel room with bed and view of terrace and sea in the background.
Modern outdoor pool with lounge chairs and stone terrace at a hillside hotel.
A terrace with white seating furniture overlooking an infinity pool and the sea with rocky hills.

Waterfront Villa with Private Pool and Sea View

The villa is located directly by the sea with one bedroom, a private pool, and offers a light-flooded living room with dining area as well as a bathroom with a separate bathtub and shower cabin, exclusive toiletries, bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, king-size bed, satellite TV, LCD TV, iPhone docking station with alarm clock, stereo system with CD player, minibar service (included), kettle, safe, and individual air conditioning. On the balcony, there is a saltwater swimming pool, rattan furniture, and sun loungers (PVM). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Pool Villa with Sea View (2 Bedrooms)

The villas feature 2 spacious bedrooms, a living room with a dining area, 2 bathrooms with bathtub and separate shower cabin, and large floor-to-ceiling windows, king-size bed, satellite/cable TV, LCD TV, iPhone/iPod station with alarm clock, stereo system with CD player, minibar service (included), coffee and tea maker, safe, air conditioning/heating (individually adjustable), electric curtains, and an outdoor shower. Bathrobes, slippers, and a hairdryer are also provided. The spacious, private outdoor area offers a saltwater swimming pool, terrace with rattan furniture, sun loungers, four chairs, and a table (2MV). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club. Optionally available with 3 bedrooms upon request (V32).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Modern pool with lounge chairs overlooking the blue sea under a clear sky.
Modern hotel fitness room with treadmill and relaxation area.

Villa 2 Bedrooms with Sea View, Wellness, and Private Pool

With otherwise identical amenities to the Villa with Sea View and pool, these villas feature special wellness facilities including a Finnish sauna, Technogym treadmill, and an oversized round bathtub (V2W).
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Collection Junior Suite with Sea View

The modern-designed junior suites were newly built in summer 2024, feature an open-plan style, and include a bathroom with a separate shower cabin/WC, cosmetic kit, king-size bed, smart TV, welcome bar, minibar (included), Nespresso machine, tea maker, and a large outdoor terrace with seating and an outdoor dining area (BJD). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.

Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and warm lighting design.
Modern hotel room featuring a large bed with two pillows, striped bedding, and subtle wall lighting.

Collection Junior Suite with Sea View and Private Pool

Equipped with the same amenities as the Collection Junior Suite with Sea View, these also feature a private, heated pool (QA2). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Bright hotel room with sea view, bed, sofa, and balcony terrace.

Collection Premium Junior Suite with Private Pool

With identical amenities to the Collection Junior Suite with Sea View, these rooms are more spacious and feature a private, heated saltwater pool (MP2). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Collection Suite with Sea View

These spacious suites were also newly built for summer 2024, designed to a high standard, modern, yet with a Cretan flair. They feature a bedroom with a king-size bed, a spacious living room with comfortably furnished seating, a bathroom with bathtub and separate shower/WC, minibar (included), smart TV, as well as a Nespresso machine, tea maker, outdoor seating area, and an outdoor dining area overlooking the Aegean Sea (OBO, upon request). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.

Elegant hotel room with light walls, a sofa, an armchair, and decorative wooden furniture.
Modern hotel room with comfortable sofas and a view of terrace and sea.
Modern bathroom with freestanding bathtub and large mirror in hotel room.

Collection Suite with Sea View and Private Pool

Equipped with the same amenities as the Collection Suite with Sea View, these also feature a private, heated saltwater pool (FQM). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Bright hotel room with a large bed, seating area, and view of blue sea and terrace.
Modern bathroom with freestanding bathtub and large mirror in hotel room.
Modern hotel room with comfortable sofas and a view of terrace and sea.
Balcony with seating area overlooking the sea and coastline under a clear sky.

Collection Premium Suite with Sea View

The Collection Premium Suites consist of two rooms with a connecting door and are designed in a very modern style. They feature a master bedroom with an open living area and a seating/dining corner with a beautiful view of the bay, smart TV, minibar, Nespresso machine, and a large balcony with sea view. The separate living room has a convertible, modern wall-mounted double bed, another smart TV, and its own minibar. Each of the two rooms is served by a bathroom, each equipped with a WC, a shower cabin, and a bathtub (OBP). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.

Collection Premium Suite with Sea View and Private Pool

Equipped with the same amenities as the Collection Premium Suite with Sea View, these also feature a private, heated saltwater pool (SP2). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
Rooms with direct pool/sea access present an increased danger potential for small children.
Therefore, for safety reasons, Schauinsland-Reisen requires a minimum age of 6 years for children when booking these room types.

Bedroom with white bedding, wall lamp, and open window looking into the bathroom.
Bright hotel room with two beds, sofa, and wooden furniture in neutral tones.
Bright hotel room with a large bed, seating area, and view of blue sea and terrace.
Bright hotel room with double bed, armchair, and natural light from large windows.
Modern pool with sun loungers next to stone terrace and plants.

Collection Suite 2 Bedrooms with Sea View and Private Pool

For guests who wish to enjoy the ultimate holiday experience. The suites, newly built in 2024, consist of a total of 3 rooms, where the middle room (living room) is connected via doors to the outer rooms, which are the bedrooms. With the same amenities as the Collection Premium Suite with Sea View, these also feature an additional, separate bedroom with a bathtub, separate shower cabin, and WC, as well as a spacious outdoor terrace with sun loungers leading directly to the heated, private saltwater pool (22O, bookable upon request). Guests additionally receive access to the exclusive All Inclusive services in the Resident's Club.
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. We ask for cautious behavior and special attention when using this area.
The private pool is not supervised by a lifeguard. Please therefore take special care of your children when using this area and behave with caution.

Meals

Half Board/Full Board/All Inclusive

When booking all Deluxe Double Rooms, meals can be booked as half board or full board:
Extensive buffet in the morning (7:30-10:30 a.m.) and in the evening (7:00-9:30 p.m.) in the "PANGEA" restaurant.
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Guests who have booked half board have dinner in the main restaurant "Pangea". If guests wish to use the "Taverna" restaurant (from 14 years old, valid for summer 2026), "Ocean", "BEACH HOUSE", or "RHO Restaurant" (from 14 years old) for dinner, 20 € per adult or 10 € per child will be credited per visit. The half board meal option is only bookable for Deluxe Double Rooms.
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When booking full board, guests receive a 3-course lunch in one of the à-la-carte restaurants (non-alcoholic drinks and water are included).

All Inclusive

All Inclusive Resident's Club

When booking all Junior Suites, Suites, and Villas, the following All Inclusive services are included:
Exclusive services in the "Resident's Club": breakfast in the Ocean Restaurant (when booking J2D/2XX, breakfast is taken in the main restaurant "PANGEA" or the "Taverna" (from 14 years old)), lunch and dinner in all restaurants, selected drinks and house cocktails, and 1 bottle of wine (special wine list) with every lunch and dinner. Ice cream, soft drinks, and fresh juices for children. 24-hour complimentary room service with the possibility of taking main meals in the room.

Sports included

1 tennis court with artificial grass (equipment and floodlights for an extra charge), fitness area.

Sports for a fee

1 tennis court with artificial grass and tennis school, water sports on the beach with a diving station (PADI, local providers).
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Yoga or Pilates classes. Alone or in a group in a specially equipped room with a view of the bay. The courses are tailored to the individual needs of the guests. A very personal experience for body and mind.
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In the ultra-modern fitness room with the latest equipment from "Technogym" and "Life Fitness," we offer customized fitness sessions. You can get even more power in the special outdoor functional area, where invigorating workouts are offered under the guidance of top trainers from BXR London.

Children's program

Separate children's pool next to the adult pool, childcare (4-12 years). Baby care for children from 4 months to 4 years is available for a fee. Baby cots are included subject to availability. Additionally, especially for teenagers, a playroom with board games, billiards, table tennis, and video games is available.
Colorful children's playroom with space-themed decor, mattresses, and hanging planet models.

Wellness

Modern indoor pool with large windows and sea view in a hotel.
Bright sauna with wooden walls, benches, and soft lighting, ready for relaxation.
Modern hotel room with two single beds, wood paneling, and warm lighting.
Indoor pool with loungers and daybeds in a modern, bright hotel area.
Modern circular hallway with glass wall and warm, subdued lighting.
Modern hotel room with two single beds, wood paneling, and warm lighting.
Modern sleeping capsule room with blue seats and digital control panel.
The "Kepos" spa (Kepos means garden) offers its guests relaxation and luxury of the highest level. From an incomparable sensory experience that combines a holistic health approach with innovative medical technology. The wellness rituals use the luxury brands "111SKIN" and "comfort zone," all in a 2,500 square meter, quiet sanctuary with expansive views over the bay. Pure relaxation and the cleansing properties of water in the thermal suite with Finnish and soft sauna, experience showers, and steam bath invite you to feel good. The spacious vitality pool with full-body as well as neck and back massage jets, with the soothing feeling of water on the skin, rounds off the offer for relaxation. Regenerative treatments include cryotherapy in a spacious cold chamber, colon hydrotherapy, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy in the specially equipped relaxation lounge. Entry to the spa is chargeable. When booking a treatment, entry to the spa is free of charge.

Entertainment

Weekly light evening entertainment program with DJ or live music, "Magic Monday" at the "Beach House".

Hotel service

Honeymoon Special:
- Upgrade to the next higher room category subject to availability
- 1 bottle of wine and fruit in the room
- Special room decoration
- 1 x entry to the spa area per person/stay
A prerequisite for the Honeymoon Special is a marriage certificate, which must not be older than 12 months!
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Credit card

Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Diners Club.

Note

For booked package tours (destination airport HER) with transfer, this is carried out as a private transfer by our local agency Cretan Holidays (please contact the local travel guide at the airport upon arrival).
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The hotel has 4 accessible rooms (Deluxe Sea View/2DM).
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Sustainability

With our "Travel with a Future" label, we identify hotels that verifiably meet recognized sustainability standards. These include, among others, standards recognized by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) and the Tourism Sustainability Certifications Alliance (TSCA). Currently, around 20% of the hotels in our program meet corresponding criteria and have been verified through independent certification processes. The product line offers our guests additional guidance when choosing their accommodation.

Further information on the topic of sustainability at Schauinsland-Reisen at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key (valid until 31.03.2027)

Note

Hotel contact:
Daios Cove
Agios Nikolaos
Phone: 0030-2841062600
Fax: 0030-2841062622
E-Mail: reservations@daioscove.com
In the "Greece · Cyprus" Summer 2026 catalog on page 174.

Destination information Climate Resilience Fee

For stays starting 1.1.2018, the Greek government charges a climate resilience fee, which is to be paid by the guest locally, comparable to a tourist tax.
The amount depends on the type/category of accommodation and is staggered from 0.50 Euro to 15 Euro per day and room starting 1.1.2025.
For stays in the high season 1.4.-31.10.
Category 1-2 stars 2 Euro
Category 3 stars 5 Euro
Category 4 stars 10 Euro
Category 5 stars 15 Euro
For stays in the low season 1.11.-31.3.
Category 1-2 stars 0.50 Euro
Category 3 stars 1.50 Euro
Category 4 stars 3 Euro
Category 5 stars 4 Euro

Tour operator category

5 Suns *****

Arrival by car

From the airport to the national road "New Road" towards Agios Nikolaos. At the intersection shortly before Agios Nikolaos, turn right towards Sitia/Ierapetra. Continue straight at the next traffic light intersection. After approx. 8 km, turn at the intersection onto the "Old Road" to Sitia. Turn left accordingly and follow the road to the hotel.

Country category

5 Sterne
Last updated: 30.09.2026 18:40