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Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

5.0 star property

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Free daily buffet breakfast
Beach nearby, free beach shuttle, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
3 bars/lounges, poolside bar
5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym

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Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Crete, 720 53
  • Place, Plaka Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Elounda Windmills
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Spinalonga
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sitia (JSH)
    ‪91 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Executive Room with Private Pool - Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Superior Room with Private Pool - Sea View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Superior Room with Private Pool - Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Superior Room - Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Prestige 3-Bedroom Family Pool Suite Sea View

Prestige 3-Bedroom Family Pool Suite Sea View

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

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Two Bedroom Interconnecting Rooms with Private Pool - Sea View

  • 66 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Room with Private Pool - Sea View | View from room

Premium Room with Private Pool - Sea View

  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Family Duplex with Private Pool - Basement Level - Sea View | Terrace/patio

Family Duplex with Private Pool - Basement Level - Sea View

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

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Executive Suite with Private Pool - Sea View

Executive Suite with Private Pool - Sea View

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, Select Comfort beds, minibar

Family Retreat with Private Pool - Sea View

  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

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

  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Fam Room-Private pool -Sea View

Superior Fam Room-Private pool -Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

Agios Nikolaos

Located in Agios Nikolaos, Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa is a 1-minute drive from Plaka Beach and 8 minutes from Elounda Windmills. .This luxury hotel is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Spinalonga and 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum.

What's nearby

  • Plaka Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Elounda Windmills - 12 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Spinalonga Castle - 21 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Spinalonga - 21 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Port of Agios Nikolaos - 25 min drive - 17.8 km

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Blend - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Vachus - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Isla Bistro & Cocktail Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Grand Dome Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blu Bar - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

Luxury hotel with 5 restaurants and a full-service spa
Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa offers 116 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Rooms open to furnished patios. Select Comfort beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 49-inch Smart televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

This Agios Nikolaos hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include espresso makers and complimentary bottled water. Hypo-allergenic bedding and irons/ironing boards can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

An indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 116 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your Select Comfort bed comes with premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished patios. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature showers with rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You can take advantage of recreational amenities such as a health club, an indoor pool, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this Mediterranean hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a hair salon. The complimentary beach shuttle makes getting to the surf and sand a breeze.
Enjoy Mediterranean cuisine at Stone Beach by Cayo, one of the hotel's 5 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 3 bars/lounges. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include express check-out, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Agios Nikolaos? This hotel has 1292 square feet (120 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and 3 meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Stone Beach by Cayo - This beachfront restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves brunch, lunch, and light fare.
Ambrosia Main Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Open daily.
Sage & Thyme Mediterranea - Overlooking the ocean and pool, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves lunch only. Open daily.
Kelari Gourmet Restaurant - Overlooking the ocean, this restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Filema - This poolside theme restaurant specializes in Greek cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

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.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free beach shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 3 bars/lounges
  • 5 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Ambrosia Main Restaurant
  • Filema
  • Kelari Gourmet Restaurant
  • Sage & Thyme Mediterranea
  • Stone Beach by Cayo

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Private wine tours
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • 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

  • 1,292 square feet of conference space
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Swedish 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • 8 buildings
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 2019
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Mediterranean architecture
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reception hall
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 49-inch smart TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dining table
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

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

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 70.0 per day

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.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 125 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 125 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 70.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
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
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
Property Registration Number 1168606

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
The seasonal pool will be open from April 15 to October 31
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 16 years old are only allowed with adult supervision

Property is 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

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMIT PRAMODRAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashlea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Unforgettable! Not to be missed!!

Absolutely sensational! We stayed in a family deluxe room with private pool and ocean views! Stunning! Breakfast was delicious, restaurant selection and spa service was impressive. Would stay here again without a doubt. Could not fault one thing! LOVED IT! Highly recommended! Worth every cent!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My Granddaughter and I enjoyed our private pool and the entire resort was immaculate
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin Gosling

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan, Friday Harbor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not like the only buffet dining option...
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Private pool and balcony with room is great. Breakfasts are lovely. Staff very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gareth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elena

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corrin

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quiet area but amazing pool suites and very modern and clean
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most amazing customer service I have experienced. I travel a lot and have visited quite a few places but this one has really topped all of them.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Splendid hotel! Highly recommend! The staff is friendly and super helpful. The place is gorgeous and well kept. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely relaxing hotel, great service, recommended for a peaceful time in lovely surroundings
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthis

Stayed 1 night in May 2024