Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas Greece
Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas
Vathi, Aghios Nikolaos 72100, Crete
Greece
www.daioscove.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Daios Hotels
Shareholders
Privately Owned
Date of Creation
2010
Hotel General Manager
(Mr.) Panos Almyrantis.
Panos is an experienced hotel manager and has been with Daios since the opening in 2010. He has been awarded European Hotel manager of the Year 2014 by the European Hotel Managers Association.
Hotel Positioning
5-star Luxury
Development strategy
N/A
Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas
History & Story
We only opened our doors in 2010, but the Daios Cove story actually began 30 years ago.
Back then, a keen yachtsman was sailing off the north coast of Crete when a storm broke. Needing to take refuge from the weather, he pointed his boat towards the first place which offered shelter… and discovered a beautiful cove which acted as a natural haven against the elements.
It was, you might say, a happy accident. He’d found paradise! Having fallen in love with the location’s natural beauty, the man decided to buy some land in the cove for possible future development.
Then, in 2006, architecture firm 3SK Stylianidis introduced him to the founder and CEO of the family-run Daios business. An agreement was reached, the business acquired the land and, a few months later, on 7th July 2006, started the development of Daios Cove. Our legacy was born.
It’s the location which dazzles first. Once seen, it’s never forgotten. Set against the visual drama of a secluded bay, Daios Cove Luxury Resort & Villas nestles on a hillside on the beautiful northern coast of Crete. From every angle, the views are sublime: the calm turquoise sea in a quiet cove, spectacular verdant slopes, lush terraced gardens, a yellow crescent of private beach and a wide expanse of azure sky.Then there’s the interior and exterior design. Daios Cove is minimalist, modern, chic and sumptuous with a carefully created designer style; and its elegant and sophisticated architecture has been crafted from the natural environment. Sculpted out of the hillside rock, every stone has been traditionally hand carved and reclaimed. As a result, Daios Cove blends beautifully into its picturesque rural surroundings.
Made by 3SK Architectural Bureau.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
• Secluded private cove & Private Sandy Beach
• 165 accommodations with private pool
• Exclusive Cove Club Services for Villas’ guests
• 7 F&B outlets
Key sites/activities in the area
• 15km to Spinalonga Island
• 7km cosmopolitan town of Aghios Nikolaos
• 15km to typical Cretan Village of Kritsa
• 75km Knossos Minoan Palace
Fun Facts
• Yachting to private beaches or to famous Spinalonga island
• Scuba Diving Center (PADI)
• Helicopter Tour
• Yoga Sessions
Children’s Corner
Ask any parent. Enjoying a holiday is so much easier if the kids are having supervised fun in a safe, structured environment. That’s why childcare is such an important part of the Daios family holiday experience: mum and dad can escape for a little bit of ‘us’ time, secure in the knowledge that their children are being looked after by a dedicated team of childcare specialists. Babies and toddlers are supervised in the Crèche Club by UK childcare experts Worldwide Kids Co, with qualified nursery staff meeting UK standards and regulations. Meanwhile, older kids can check in for fun at the well-equipped Children’s Club where friendly, highly trained multi-lingual staff will make them feel at home and provide games and activities. Plus, our Pangea restaurant opens an hour before official dining time so that children can enjoy our Kids’ Early Supper under the supervision of Worldwide Kids Co staff. Daios is geared up for families, with a child-friendly beach and babysitting services — so safe and secure fun is child’s play.
Kids’ Club – From 4 years to 12 years old
Crèche – From 4 months to 4 years
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
220 Deluxe Rooms Sea View or with Individual Pool- 42sqm
Elegantly designed rooms, with amazing views of the dazzling waters of the cove. These elegantly designed rooms, consist of one spacious bedroom with living room in open-plan style. Some are with individual sea water swimming pool.
31 Junior suite sea view with private pool (42sqm)
One bedroom suite sea view (65sqm)
One bedroom suite sea view with private pool- 65sqm
Spacious combined sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows and bedroom in open-plan style or separate bedroom & living room, providing the absolute equilibrium between subtle luxury and homely familiarity. The suites are composed of a marble-lined bathroom with separate bathtub and shower cabin and a generous terrace, some with private sea water pool, overlooking Daios Cove.
39 Villas with One, Two, Three bedrooms
Wellness or Family villas with private pool (95sqm-130sqm)
Overlooking the cove, our villas are designed to inspire, featuring spacious bedrooms, airy living room with dining corner, bathrooms with separate bathtubs and shower cabin and floor-to-ceiling windows. Double storey, spacious and private sundeck area, as well as a sea water swimming pool.
Extra family services for Familly Villas
Children’s welcome gift, Tailor-made kids’ menu, Complimentary welcome snack box for children up to 12 years, Child-sized bathrobe and slippers, Baby bathroom amenities, Free use of the tennis court (morning hours), free rackets and balls, One free family snorkeling session or one ride on an inflatable from our water sports centre, Mother’s back & neck massage by Anne Semonin, Pool fencing and Staircase fence, Baby phones, Bottle warmer/sterilizer, Kettle, Baby bath/changer, High-chair, Stroller toilet seat or baby potty, Food set, Stool for wash basin.
Cove club services for all Villa’s guests
Breakfast service in the Ocean Restaurant, Villa guests’ section at the beach, Personalised air-scent with essential oils, Preferential bookings for the à la carte restaurants, the spa, activities and excursions, Heated private pool (up to 25C degrees), Pillow menu, Farewell gift, Children’s welcome gift, Dedicated guest concierge, Designated parking, Daily newspapers.
Restaurants & Bars
• Pangea Buffet Restaurant- International Cuisine
• Ocean Restaurant- a la carte méditerranéen cuisine
• Taverna Restaurant- a la carte Greek cuisine
• Crystal Box- Lounge Bar
Ocean Pool Bar- Bar & Snack Restaurant
Beach Bar- Bar & Snack Restaurant
Wellness
Spa facilities
• 2.500 m2,
• 8 private treatment rooms, wet spa area Finnish sauna, soft sauna, Mediterraneo (a combination of sauna and steambath), Nimfea reaction showers,
• Thai massage studio,
• Indoor pool enclosed by _floor-to-ceiling windows,
• Hydro massage and counter current heated pool,
• 2 Spa suites, exclusive for couples or group spa experience,
• Fitness studio with contemporary cardio-_tness facilities by Technogym,
• Yoga, pilates and personal training on request.
Corporate & Celebration Events
Corporate
Daios Cove makes a spectacular place to hold private or corporate functions of any size, from, parties and gatherings to business meetings, conferences and conventions. Our Business Centre and conferencing facilities — including one ballroom, six meeting rooms, an exhibition space and an outdoor events area overlooking the sea — are state-of-the-art; and, to make sure things run smoothly, a professional meetings team is on hand with a dedicated and experienced Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) co-ordinator. That Mediterranean backdrop, meanwhile, ensures that business is never dull — and events are unforgettable.
1 Main Ball Room (Daylight-470m2-450 pax theatre style, 1 Ball Room (Daylight-90m2-70 pax theatre style, 5 Breakout Rooms (28m2-63m2)
Celebration Events
Daios Cove is the ultimate location for lovers searching for a tranquil and romantic escape. Couples looking for an enchanting retreat in which to say ‘I do’ will be completely smitten by our lavish yet idyllic away-from-it-all surroundings. Those craving a fairytale wedding can fulfill their every heart’s desire, with a religious, civil or symbolic ceremony. The on-site wedding coordinator will propose tailor-made solutions and create a magical wedding day to cherish forever.
Extra Notable Features
• Water Sports
• Scuba Diving Center
• Yoga & Pilates lessons
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
2015
• Holiday Check 2015
• Tripadvisor Certification of Excellence 2015
2014
• World Luxury Hotel Awards-2014 Best Beach Resort
• Tripadvisor Certification of Excellence 2014
• World Luxury Hotel Awards-2014 Best Beach Resort
2013
• Tripadvisor Certification of Excellence 2013
Number of employees
270