Tripplo's verdict, based on guest reviews
By Axel Hernborg · Updated 7 September 2026 · How we review hotels
Daios Cove is best for beach days with the sand a few steps away. It scores 8.9 on Booking.com from 352 reviews. Standout features include an amphitheatre setting around a private bay and 165 private sea-water pools. On the downside, the steep site relies heavily on a funicular and lifts. No pricing information is listed.
Guests score it 8.9 out of 10 — the average across the 35 hotels we list in Crete is 9.1.
What Guests Loved
- The resort wraps around its own cove on Crete's northeast coast — Condé Nast Traveler lists it among the island's best luxury hotels.
- 165 rooms, suites and villas come with private sea-water pools — an unusually high share even for luxury Crete.
- A 2,500 m² spa — among Crete's largest
- Private sandy beach at the foot of the resort
Things to Consider
- The hillside amphitheatre design means constant level changes; the funicular helps, but mobility-limited guests should plan room location carefully.
- Remote from Agios Nikolaos nightlife and dining
Should you book it?
Book it if you want
- Beach days with the sand a few steps away
- Guests who plan the day around the pool
- Travellers wanting the beach and pools in one place
Frequently asked questions
How far is Daios Cove from the airport?
Daios Cove is 53 km from Heraklion Airport (HER).
How do guests rate Daios Cove?
Daios Cove is rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google, based on 1,567 reviews. On Booking.com it scores 8.9/10 from 352 guest reviews.
How many stars does Daios Cove have?
Daios Cove is a 5-star hotel.
What amenities does Daios Cove offer?
Daios Cove offers Outdoor swimming pool, Free parking, Free Wifi, Beachfront, Family rooms, Spa and wellness center.
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