NIKO Seaside Resort Ágios Nikólaos, Crete, Greece

What do you do with a dilapidated hotel in a prime location on the shores of a beautiful bay which is irresistible to tourists? The rebirth of the Hotel Niko on the Greek island of Crete is a superb example of redevelopment in the coastal town of Ágios Nikólaos. Unveiled in April 2022, this luxury destination has opted neither for complete demolition of the existing building nor for a superficial upgrade. Precisely the right balance has been achieved by retaining the original structure, at the same time as increasing the usable floor area to 7,900 m² by optimising the existing interior space. Externally, the wave-inspired new facade of this 5-star hotel blends seamlessly into its environment on the very edge of the sea. In addition to the infinity pool on the main terrace and the previously inaccessible rooftop pool, there are dozens of smaller and more exclusive pools on the resort’s private terraces.

7 suites are available to guests, in addition to 134 completely renovated rooms.

Technical Sheet

• Architect: 3XN

• Developer: HINES

The opening of the Niko Hotel has breathed new life into this area of Agios Nikólaos, and triggered a series of other renovation projects, including nearby shops. The local authority has also now given its commitment to upgrade the surrounding waterfront promenade.