10 fun facts we bet you didn’t know about Costa Navarino

1. It’s not one resort, it’s four

This is where it can get confusing. Costa Navarino is a destination made up of four distinct luxury resorts, each with its own personality, all woven into two areas of coastline. The Romanos and The Westin Costa Navarino sit side-by-side in Navarino Dunes, while Mandarin Oriental and W are tucked within Navarino Bay, a short drive away. They’re all part of the same coastal vision, with shared access to spas, golf courses, experiences and the Navarino Agora. Think of it like a luxurious little ecosystem – one destination, four different ways to stay at a Costa Navarino Greece hotel.

International Olympic Academy Golf Course

2. It’s home to four championship golf courses

Costa Navarino may be laid-back, but it takes its golf seriously. The destination boasts four signature 18-hole courses designed by golfing greats. This includes the International Olympic Academy Golf Course that hugs the sea, making each shot picture perfect – even if your swing isn’t. Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the sport, the views alone are worth a round. It's no wonder it's become one of Europe's leading Costa Navarino golf resorts and the proud host of the Legends Tour Costa Navarino.

The Navarino Agora

3. The Navarino Agora is more than a marketplace

Tucked within Navarino Bay, the Agora feels like an amphitheatre of local life. You’ll find indie boutiques, a wine bar, street food stalls, open-air cinema and spontaneous live music sessions. It’s where traditional Messinian culture and modern Greek style collide – effortlessly.

Anazoe Spa, The Romanos

4. There are three world-class spas – and one is kid-friendly

Wellness weaves quietly through Costa Navarino, and each of its three spas brings something distinct to the table. Anazoe Spa, the destination’s flagship at The Romanos, is the most expansive at 4,000m² and draws inspiration from ancient Greek healing traditions. Signature Oleotherapy® rituals, using olive oil from the surrounding groves, create a sensory experience that’s as rooted in nature as it is in luxury. It’s also one of the few high-end spas that openly welcomes children, with bespoke treatments for guests as young as six – think gentle facials, foot rituals and moments of calm in between the waterslides.

Over at AWAY® Spa at W Costa Navarino, the vibe is sleek and urban, with mood lighting, energising treatments and a menu that leans towards detox and recovery. It’s ideal for teens and parents craving time out post-watersports.

Then there’s Mandarin Oriental Spa, a sanctuary of stillness carved into the cliffs of Navarino Bay. With indoor-outdoor pools, dramatic design and therapists trained in both Eastern and Mediterranean techniques, it’s perfect for those who take their downtime seriously.

Mandarin Oreintal crèche

5. Babies from just three months are cared for

The crèche service at Mandarin Oriental is extraordinary. While many luxury resorts start at toddler age, Costa Navarino’s crèche welcomes babies from three months, with highly trained staff and soothing, purpose-built spaces. A game-changer for parents craving an hour (or three) to themselves.

The Kyma Zone

6. There’s a club mascot named Coral

Coral & Friends Kids’ Club isn’t just a childcare solution – it’s a world of its own. With treasure hunts, discos, crafts and character-led adventures, kids from four to twelve are swept up in play and imagination. Meanwhile, tweens and teens find their scene in the Kyma Zone, with beach bonfires, gaming hubs and marshmallow roasts under the stars.

Private dining at W Costa Navarino

7. One of the hotels is adults-only – sort of

W Costa Navarino is adults-only in spirit, but teens aged 12 and up are welcome – making it perfect for families with older children. Expect sleek rooms, elevated design, a pulse of music and the sort of laid-back glamour that appeals to stylish parents and independent teens alike. Discover more holidays that are perfect for grown-up famlies. 

8. The watersports offering is wildly impressive

Navarino Bay is a natural amphitheatre for watersports, with everything from sailing and kayaking to stand-up paddleboarding and wakeboarding. There’s even a Watersports Hub at W Costa Navarino – and yes, mocktails are served after.

9. You can take a private family yacht for the day

Set sail from the marina on your own private yacht – no license required, just a love of the sea. Explore coves, snorkel off the back, and stop for a picnic on a secluded beach. It’s one of those experiences that becomes a core memory, especially for kids who’ve never felt the wind in their hair mid-ocean.

10. Sustainability is stitched into everything

Navarino Bay – home to W and Mandarin Oriental – was designed with sustainability at its core. No building is taller than the olive trees that surround it. Natural stone, gentle architecture and low lighting ensure the resorts sit quietly in the landscape, not on top of it. It’s a masterclass in considered, conscious luxury.

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The Aqua Park at The Romanos

The Romanos, A Luxury Collection Resort

Here, the Mediterranean spirit feels elevated yet entirely effortless. The Romanos is where morning spa rituals drift into lazy lunches by your private pool, and evenings begin with golden-hour views over the Ionian Sea. Children as young as six can experience gentle Oleotherapy® treatments at the award-winning Anazoe Spa, offering a rare and nurturing introduction to wellbeing. The Aqua Park provides thrills without the queues, and teens gravitate towards Division 16: a retro-cool lounge that feels more 1960s California than Peloponnese. It’s this unique duality – elegance for adults and freedom for kids – that makes The Romanos an inspired choice for multi-gen escapes that never feel compromised.

Private pool villa at The Westin Resort Costa Navarino

The Westin Resort Costa Navarino

If your vision of a family holiday blends barefoot joy with first-class polish, The Westin Costa Navarino delivers in spades. It's consistently ranked among Greece’s best for families, and not just for its design or dining. This is where every child becomes a mini globetrotter – from FC Bayern Football camps and NBA Basketball School clinics to junior golf days on championship greens. Parents, meanwhile, can retreat to coastal-view suites, savour exceptional dining or sip cocktails in atmospheric bars. Thoughtful touches like the SuperChefs™ Eat Well menu mean even family dinners become feel-good rituals. Westin’s energy is dynamic but never overwhelming – it meets you where you are, whether that’s full-throttle or feet-up.

Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino

Sitting gracefully on the shores of Navarino Bay, Mandarin Oriental has redefined what it means to holiday as a family – without ever feeling like a 'family resort'. Its sleek, architectural design is softened by organic textures and a warm, intuitive service style that feels almost pre-emptive. Villas with private pools invite everything from impromptu breakfasts on the terrace to splashy bedtime swims, and interconnecting rooms give teens a sense of autonomy without losing that precious togetherness. For parents, babysitting services open the door to candlelit dinners or quiet strolls under the stars. Dining throughout the resort is elegantly inclusive – imaginative, sensory, and refreshingly unpretentious. This is luxury that wraps around you, not luxury that shows off.

W Costa Navarino

This is Costa Navarino’s cool older sibling – and it knows it. W brings bold design, soundtracked evenings and a hit of edge to the destination, with a minimum age of 12 creating space for families with teens to unwind on their own terms. Days here are packed with possibility: paddleboarding before breakfast, lazy afternoons on the WET Deck, DJ sets as the sun slips down. The Watersports Hub keeps things kinetic, while parents can sneak off to the AWAY® Spa or escape into a book beneath the olive trees. After dark, the vibe is electric but never excessive – perfect for older kids who want to stay out just a little longer. Add in craft cocktails, concept dining and sun-drenched design and you have a resort that proves 'grown-up' and 'family-friendly' aren’t mutually exclusive.

Costa Navarino isn’t just a destination. It’s a feeling – of ease, of togetherness, of wide-open space to slow down and breathe. Whether you’re here to reconnect as a family, tee off on Costa Navarino golf greens or simply watch the sunset ripple across Navarino Bay, there’s a hotel that feels like it was made just for you. This is where holidays evolve into traditions. Where fun meets finesse. And where every moment – from morning gelato runs to yacht-day memories – lingers long after the bags are unpacked.

If you’re ready to write your own Costa Navarino, Greece chapter, we know just the place to begin. Contact our travel managers today on 0203 816 0985 or enquire here.