Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 5 restaurants and a full-service spa
VIP Access

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Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Beach nearby, free beach shuttle, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
3 bars/lounges, poolside bar
View from property
Point of interest

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Crete, 720 53
  • Plaka Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Elounda Windmills
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Spinalonga
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Sitia (JSH)
    ‪96 min drive‬
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Room options

Premium Room with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Executive Suite with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 538 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Room - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Fam Room-Private pool -Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

  • Sea view
  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Duplex with Private Pool - Basement Level - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Family Retreat with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Room with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Executive Room with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Two Bedroom Interconnecting Rooms with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 710 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Duplex Two-Bedroom Suite with Private Pool - Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 1346 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Agios Nikolaos

Plaka Beach is a short stroll from Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa, and other popular attractions like Spinalonga are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 5-star hotel has 116 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Plaka Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Elounda Windmills - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Spinalonga - 11 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Spinalonga Castle - 16 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Port of Agios Nikolaos - 20 min drive - 11.7 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nikos Fish Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Leonidas Taverna - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Epico - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Blend - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gorgona - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

Luxury hotel with 5 restaurants and a full-service spa
Guests of Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a gym. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 120 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with dry cleaning/laundry, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 49-inch Smart TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries, and Select Comfort beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Furnished patios, minibars, and espresso makers are other standard amenities.
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.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Travelife, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, French, German, Greek, Italian, Russian, Ukrainian

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • 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 organized 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

  • Bathrobes
  • 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); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests will receive an email 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 70.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 120 (one-way), (up to 12 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 70.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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.
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number 1168606

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Hotel Registry Number: 1533-27/02/2019
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool is open from April 15 to October 31.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.

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

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

As of May 12, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa on May 22, 2025 start from $370.83, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

This hotel is located in Agios Nikolaos within a short 5-minute walk of Plaka Beach. You'll also find Spinalonga and Elounda Windmills within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Though parking is limited, electric car charging and bicycle parking are also available.

Is a spa located at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Armonia Spa is the hotel's spa and services include Swedish massages, prenatal massages, aromatherapy, and Ayurvedic treatments.

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa have a casino on the premises?

No, Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from April 15 until October 31.

What do couples enjoy most about Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

There are many amenities for couples at this hotel, including an indoor pool plus some guestrooms feature private pools and Champagne service.

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa has 5 restaurants, and serves free buffet breakfast each morning.

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa.

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

The closest major airport to Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa is Sitia (JSH), which is about 21.9 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Yes, every guestroom at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa comes with a furnished patio with some featuring sea or pool views.

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa have a wedding venue?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa.

Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 86 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 86 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

susan, Friday Harbor

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Corrin

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Branislav

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

vivien sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023