Daios Cove Hotel - Vathi (Crete)

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Daios Cove Hotel - Vathi (Crete)
Agios Nikolaos, Vathi (Crete), Greece, 721 00·View on map
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Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Free WiFi9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Location9.4
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Families52%
Couples40%
Groups5%
Solo3%

Overview

Overall Score
Perfect
9.0Perfect
Free WiFi9.5
Cleanliness9.4
Location9.4
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.2
Who stays here
Families52%
Couples40%
Groups5%
Solo3%

5-star resort on a private cove with 165 private seawater pools

Accommodations

Daios Cove Hotel Vathi offers 165 private seawater pools in its rooms, suites, and individual villas. Each room provides spacious living areas and marble-lined bathrooms with separate bathtub and rain shower. The villas sit on the hillside with spectacular views of the cove and the sea.

Dining

Dining at Daios Cove is overseen by Ducasse Conseil, shaping the culinary program across multiple venues. The Pangea restaurant serves breakfast overlooking the cove and transforms into an international food bazaar with theme nights. The Greek Tavern sits at the water's edge, offering local specialties and daily fresh catch.

Wellness & Spa

The 2500 m² spa at Daios Cove features a comprehensive wellness center called KĒPOS by Goco. Treatments include massage, body scrubs, facials, hammam, steam room, and a full menu of beauty services. Guests also have access to a fitness center with personal trainers, yoga classes, and an outdoor swimming pool.

Recreation

Recreational amenities at Daios Cove include two tennis courts, two outdoor pools, and direct access to a private beach with water sports. Guests can rent bicycles, join bike tours, go snorkelling or diving, and play table tennis or billiards. The hotel also offers evening entertainment, live music, and themed dinner nights.

Location

Daios Cove sits on a private bay on the north-east coast of Crete, with the cosmopolitan town of Agios Nikolaos just 10 minutes away. The fishing village of Elounda is 20 minutes from the resort, and Heraklion International Airport is less than an hour by car. Nearby attractions include the Minoan Palace of Knossos and Lake Voulismeni.

  • Pools: 165 private seawater pools in rooms and villas
  • Spa: 2500 m² KĒPOS by Goco wellness center
  • Dining: Bespoke dining by Ducasse Conseil
  • Activities: 2 tennis courts and water sports
  • Family: Kids club and children's pool
  • Views: Private bay with panoramic sea views

Licence number: 1040K015A0190501

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 0.1 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
English, German, Greek, Russian
Building
Number of floors:4
Number of rooms:355
Former name
Gran Melia Resort And Luxury Villas Daios Cove
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Rooms and availability

Premium Junior Suite
  • Max:
    3 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Junior Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King-size bed
Collection Suite
  • Max:
    4 persons
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Parking

Valet parking

Luggage storage

Luggage storage

Locker room

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

Food/ Drinks

Outdoor dining area

Poolside snack bar

Restaurant

Welcome drink

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Seasonal outdoor pool

Saltwater pool

Infinity pool

Spa and relaxation

Pedicure

Manicure

Facial

Body wraps

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Billiard tables
  • Darts
  • Table tennis
  • Yoga class
  • Sports trainer
  • Aerobics
  • Fishing

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Tours/Ticket assistance
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • All inclusive
  • In-room breakfast
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Snack bar
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Dinner
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Playpen
  • Baby pushchair
  • Children's buffet
  • Board games
  • Kids club
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Infinity pool
  • Saltwater pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Garden area
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Pedicure
  • Manicure
  • Waxing
  • Body scrub
  • Facial
  • Treatment room
  • Body wraps
  • Back massage
  • Head massage
  • Full body massage
  • Foot massage
  • Make up services

Room view

  • Sea view
  • Water view

Room features

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Terrace
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Essential information about Daios Cove Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 778 £
📏 Distance to centre 1.0 km
✈️ Distance to airport 59.9 km
🧳 Nearest airport Sitia Public, JSH

Location

Agios Nikolaos, Vathi (Crete), Greece, 721 00
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Agios Nikolaos, Vathi (Crete), Greece, 721 00
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FAQ about Daios Cove

How far is Daios Cove Hotel from the city centre?
Daios Cove Hotel is located in the Vathi district.
Which airport is the closest to the 5-star Daios Cove Hotel?
The closest airport to the 5-star Daios Cove Hotel is Sitia Public airport (65 km) and it is reachable with a 60-minute drive.
Can I have breakfast at the resort?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily at the poolside bar of the resort.
What time is check-in and check-out at Daios Cove Hotel hotel?
Guests of Daios Cove Hotel hotel can check in from 15:00 to 15:30 and check out from 11:00.
How much does it cost to stay at the Daios Cove Hotel hotel?
The price for a room in the Daios Cove Hotel hotel starts at $833.
What payment methods are available in the 5-star Daios Cove Hotel hotel?
At the 5-star Daios Cove Hotel hotel, you can pay using сash, American Express, and Visa.
What room types are available at the resort?
Collection Two-Bedroom Suite, Collection One-Bedroom Suite, and Wellness Two-Bedroom Villa are among the room types available at the resort.
Which amenities are included in the rooms at Daios Cove Hotel?
Each room at Daios Cove Hotel offers a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, some units feature open bathrooms along with a spa bathtub and a shower cabin.
Does Daios Cove Hotel offer facilities for guests with children?
Yes, the guests of Daios Cove Hotel can take advantage of cots and a push cart.
Which facilities are available in the resort?
The resort is equipped with a cash machine and a lift as well as a safety deposit box and 24-hour security for safety purposes.
What spa facilities does Daios Cove Hotel offer?
Pampering amenities in Daios Cove Hotel include a Turkish steam bath, a Turkish steam room, and a treatment room.
Is there a swimming pool in Daios Cove Hotel hotel?
Yes, Daios Cove Hotel hotel features an outdoor pool.
Which children services are provided at Daios Cove Hotel?
For guests staying at Daios Cove Hotel with their children, babysitting will be extremely useful.
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