Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

Property class: 5 and above
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Beach nearby, free beach shuttle, sun loungers, beach umbrellas
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5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
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Room options

Executive Room with Private Pool - Sea View

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

Superior Room with Private Pool - Sea View

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

Superior Room - Sea View

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

Prestige 3-Bedroom Family Pool Suite Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 1346 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Two Bedroom Interconnecting Rooms with Private Pool - Sea View

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

Premium Room with Private Pool - Sea View

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

Family Duplex with Private Pool - Basement Level - Sea View

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

Executive Suite with Private Pool - Sea View

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

Family Retreat with Private Pool - Sea View

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

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

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

Superior Fam Room-Private pool -Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 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
  • Spinalonga - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Elounda Windmills - 13 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Spinalonga Fortress - 17 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Lake Voulismeni - 26 min drive - 11.6 miles

Getting around

  • Nikos Kazantzakis Airport (HER) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Samurai Sushi Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Olio Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Babel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪FooDDrink Olous - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Stone Beach - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Cayo Exclusive Resort & 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 125 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with concierge services, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. 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.

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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 self 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

  • 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 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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); 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

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 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

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.
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
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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 Apr 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa on May 4, 2026 start from $494, including 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 Elounda Windmills and Alykes of Elounda within a short drive.

Is a spa located at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Armonia Spa is the hotel's spa and services include deep-tissue massages, Swedish massages, couples treatments, and aromatherapy.

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.

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.

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.

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. 97 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Despina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing service! Fantastic hotel and property, beautiful island with wonderful people! Highly recommended!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Plamena

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Svetlana

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liane

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing!!! great location' very friendly staff and a heavenly view!!
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morgan

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

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