Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa

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

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Free daily buffet breakfast
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5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
5 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Beach nearby, free beach shuttle, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas
Escape to Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa, where beachfront bliss meets eco-friendly luxury. Enjoy a breakfast buffet, relax by the poolside bar or unwind with aromatherapy at Armonia spa. The 4 on-site restaurants offer Mediterranean cuisine and guests praise the helpful staff.
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Spa

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Executive Room with Private Pool - Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Superior Room with Private Pool - Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Superior Room - Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Prestige 3-Bedroom Family Pool Suite Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 125 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Two Bedroom Interconnecting Rooms with Private Pool - Sea View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 66 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Premium Room with Private Pool - Sea View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
Smart TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Family Duplex with Private Pool - Basement Level - Sea View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 66 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Suite with Private Pool - Sea View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Family Retreat with Private Pool - Sea View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Superior Fam Room-Private pool -Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Soundproofed
Private pool
Air conditioning
Heating
Dining table
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 45 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
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About the area

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Elounda, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, Crete, 720 53

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

  • Heraklion (HER-Nikos Kazantzakis) - 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 near Plaka Beach
Located close to Spinalonga and Elounda Windmills, Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa provides a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage, a body wrap or a manicure/pedicure at Armonia Spa, the on-site spa. At the 5 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, brunch, lunch, dinner and Mediterranean cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a garden and a hair salon.
Additional perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self-parking
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
  • Wedding services, beach umbrellas and massage treatment rooms
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 116 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as furnished patios and pillow menus.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and Select Comfort beds
  • Rainfall showers, free toiletries and hairdryers
  • 49-inch Smart TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, LED light bulbs and childcare services

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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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
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 at the property

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 all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 to 31 March, EUR 4.00 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 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-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
On-site 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 1168606

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from 15 April to 31 October
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

Frequently asked questions

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Is Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Does Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 125 per vehicle applies.

Where is Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa located?

Situated near the beach, this luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Plaka Beach and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Spinalonga. Elounda Windmills and Agios Nikolaos Archaeological Museum are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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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

Svetlana

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

Morgan

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

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

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

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

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

Derek

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

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cayo was one of the best hotel experiences we have ever had. From the beautiful property, to the accommodating staff, we have no complaints and only praise for this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendliness, Terrific villas
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth

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

Stefan

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

Branislav

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

Ricardo

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

10/10 Excellent

Despina

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

6/10 Okay

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Wir waren 5 Nächte im Cayo Exclusive Resort & Spa. Die Lage ist für Ruhesuchende ideal – ruhig in Plaka gelegen, ohne große Hotelanlagen in der Nähe, sehr exklusiv. Zum Strand gelangt man entweder zu Fuß oder mit dem Shuttle. Ohne Mietwagen ist man jedoch recht eingeschränkt, wenn man die Insel erkunden möchte. Das Hotel wirkt insgesamt hochwertig, unser Zimmer war groß, modern und wurde zweimal täglich sehr gründlich gereinigt. Positiv hervorzuheben sind die kostenlosen Wasserflaschen auf dem Zimmer. Allerdings hatten wir im Zimmer mehrere Mängel: Unter der Tür war ein großer Spalt, durch den immer wieder Insekten (Mücken, Spinnen, Grillen) hereinkamen – wir mussten den Spalt notdürftig mit einem Handtuch abdecken. Zudem leuchtete nachts dauerhaft ein sehr helles Licht neben der Tür, das sich nicht ausschalten ließ. Auch die Duschtür schloss nicht richtig, sodass nach jedem Duschen das gesamte Badezimmer unter Wasser stand. Beim Frühstück fehlte uns ebenfalls der 5-Sterne-Standard: Mal bekamen wir Kaffee aus der Siebträgermaschine, mal nur aus dem Automaten. Zudem mussten wir fast immer 20–30 Minuten auf bestellte Eierspeisen warten. Die Anlage an sich ist zwar gepflegt, doch auch hier gibt es Mängel: Zu wenige Sonnenschirme am Pool, manche davon kaputt und zudem wenig funktional. Eine defekte Liege wurde erst nach mehreren Tagen entfernt. Fazit: Ein optisch schönes & ruhiges Hotel mit toller Lage, erfüllt nicht die Erwartungen an ein 5-Sterne-Haus in dieser Preisklasse.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Plamena

Great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Espectacular resort en todos los sentidos: las instalaciones, el servicio, la comida. El personal es muy amable y siempre pendiente para ayudarte y atenderte. Plaka es un lugar increíble, tranquilo, realmente para descansar. Hay además restaurantes excelentes en el pueblo.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana Palekhova

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just right from start to finish
Stayed 9 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

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

susan

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

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mega
Stayed 8 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

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

Steven

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