Cavo Tagoo is the hotel that taught a generation of travelers what a Mykonos infinity pool should look like. Carved into a cliff just north of Mykonos Town, it is a cascade of white plaster, stone and glass, with a long saltwater pool that seems to pour straight into the Aegean and floating daybeds drifting on its surface. The design draws on Cycladic tradition but pares it back to soft curves, neutral linens and light. The result still feels fresh more than a decade after it first made headlines.
For honeymooners, Cavo Tagoo sits in a sweet spot. You are close enough to dip into the Chora's lanes, Little Venice cocktails and late dinners whenever you like, yet high above the noise, in a suite with your own pool or hot tub facing the sunset. Add a seafood-focused Greek restaurant, a big-name Japanese dining room and a team that can arrange everything from a yacht to a helicopter. It is easy to see why couples return year after year.
Highlights at a glance
- The famous saltwater infinity pool with floating daybeds
- Most suites have a private pool or outdoor hot tub
- Cave pool suites set into the cliff
- Zuma Mykonos and Meraki restaurants on site
- Free 24-hour shuttle into Mykonos Town
- About ten minutes from the airport
High Above the Old Port
The hotel occupies a west-facing cliff at Tagoo, on the northern fringe of Mykonos Town. Below you are the Old Port, its fishing boats and the yachts that anchor offshore; beyond is open sea where the sun goes down each evening. The center of the Chora is about a kilometer away. A complimentary shuttle runs around the clock, so you never need to wrestle with island taxis after dinner.
The airport is roughly ten minutes by car and the new ferry port at Tourlos is a short drive in the other direction, which makes arrivals and departures about as simple as they get. The nearest swimming beach is a short walk south at the Old Port, while the sandy, organized beaches of Agios Stefanos and Ornos are an easy drive.
Suites, Cave Pools and Villas
Cavo Tagoo offers a long menu of about 14 room types. Nearly all of them include some form of private water. The progression runs roughly like this:
- Premium rooms and junior suites, some with an outdoor hot tub or plunge pool
- Suites with a private pool or hot tub on the terrace
- Cave pool suites, where sliding glass doors open onto a pool tucked into the rock
- The Honeymoon Suite, with a private outdoor pool and an indoor hot tub
- One- to multi-bedroom villas for those who want room to spread out
Interiors are calm and minimalist, with marble bathrooms, natural textures and big windows to the sea. All but the entry-level rooms have full sea views. For a honeymoon, the cave pool suites and the Honeymoon Suite are the standouts.
Meraki, Zuma and Sunset Drinks
Meraki is the hotel's open-air Greek restaurant, a relaxed yet stylish terrace where dinner coincides with the sunset. The menu leans Mediterranean and generous: mezze to share, whole grilled fish, chargrilled meats and island vegetables, with plenty of Greek wine to match.
For a dressier night, Zuma Mykonos brings the international Japanese brand to the property, with sushi, robata-grilled dishes and a buzzing lounge beside its own pool. Days revolve around the pool bar, which serves cocktails and light bites late into the evening. Breakfast is included. When you want a change, the concierge can book tables at the island's favorite tavernas, from the Chora to the seaside spots near Agios Sostis.
Why guests fall for it
The Pool, the Spa and Mykonos by Sea
The saltwater infinity pool is the star of the show, with double sunbeds, Bali beds and the famous floating loungers. Arrive early for a front-row spot, or simply retreat to your own pool when it gets lively.
The spa offers massages and body treatments inspired by both Greek traditions and modern techniques, alongside a sauna, steam room and gym. Beyond the hotel, the concierge team is one of Cavo Tagoo's strengths. Couples love a private sailing day around the south coast with swim stops in turquoise coves, an excursion to the ancient sanctuary of Delos, or, for a true splurge, a helicopter day trip to Santorini. Yacht rentals and private drivers can be arranged at short notice.
Why Couples Fall for It
Guests consistently mention the view first: watching the sun drop over the Old Port from a private pool or the main infinity pool is the image people take home. The design earns plenty of compliments too, with travelers describing the hotel as calm, photogenic and more spacious than they expected for Mykonos.
Service is another recurring theme. Staff are praised for being friendly and polished. The concierge gets credit for arranging boats, restaurant tables and transfers without a hitch. Many couples also love the location, which lets them enjoy the island's nightlife and restaurants without staying in the thick of them. They like the 24-hour shuttle too, which makes going out easy.
Good to Know
Cavo Tagoo is seasonal, typically open from late spring through mid-October. Summer books up months ahead; for June through September, reserve three to six months out if you have your heart set on a specific suite.
The hotel welcomes guests of all ages, but there are no dedicated children's facilities. The crowd is mostly couples. The main pool can be social and music-filled in high season, so if you want total calm, choose a suite with its own pool. The property is built into a cliff, so expect steps; elevators do not reach every level. Guests with mobility concerns should ask for a lower-level room. There is no private beach, but the shuttle and concierge make reaching the island's best sand easy.
The Bottom Line
Cavo Tagoo is for couples who want Mykonos glamour with a soft landing: distinctive design, a private pool, excellent dining and the island's social life a few minutes away. It works beautifully as the second half of a Santorini and Mykonos honeymoon, swapping caldera cliffs for beach days, boat trips and long, late dinners.
If you would rather wake up steps from the sand, a beachfront resort on the south coast may suit you better. But if you want that sunset swim and the freedom to pop into town for a cocktail in Little Venice, Cavo Tagoo remains one of the island's most romantic bases.
Insider tips
- Book a cave pool suite or the Honeymoon Suite for maximum privacy and the most dramatic setting.
- Reserve a sunset table at Meraki early in your stay, then save Zuma for a dressed-up night.
- Claim a spot at the main pool in the morning; by afternoon it gets busier and livelier.
- Ask the concierge to arrange a private boat to the south coast coves on a calm day.
