Picolo recommends · Hotel in Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece
Daios Cove
Rooms stacked up a steep hillside above a small bay of its own, so the view from your terrace is mostly water.
From the terrace you look straight down the slope to a small bay with clear water and a strip of sand. Daios Cove is built into the hillside on the east of Crete, close to Agios Nikolaos, and the bay below belongs to the hotel.
Many of the rooms and villas come with a pool of their own, and the resort has a spa and several places to eat. Lifts and buggies carry you between the levels, which is welcome on a hot afternoon.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Daios Cove
We picked it for privacy. Between your own pool and a beach shared only with other guests, it is easy to spend days without leaving, and the Mirabello coast has calm water for much of the season.
The hillside is steep, so walking around the resort means stairs and waiting for buggies. It also sits outside town, and if you want tavernas and evening walks you will rely on taxis to Agios Nikolaos.
What you get
- Private beach in its own bay
- Private pools in many rooms and villas
- Spa
- Several restaurants
- Sea views from the terraces
A day at Daios Cove
- Morning
- Breakfast on the terrace with the bay still in shade.
- Midday
- A swim off the beach in calm, clear water.
- Afternoon
- A slow hour in your own pool.
- Evening
- A taxi into Agios Nikolaos for dinner by the lake.
Location
Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece
Open in MapsQuestions about Daios Cove
Does Daios Cove have a private beach?
Yes. The resort sits above its own small bay, and the beach is for hotel guests. The water is usually calm, which suits swimmers and snorkellers.
Do rooms at Daios Cove have private pools?
Many of the rooms and villas have their own pool. Check the room type when you book, as not every category includes one.
Is Daios Cove good for people who struggle with stairs?
The resort is built on a steep slope, so expect steps. Lifts and buggies help, but ask for a room near the main buildings if mobility matters.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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