Best Luxury Hotels in Cyprus

This hotel’s name means ‘queen’ in ancient Greek. Five minutes from Latchi, near the town of Polis, on the northwestern coast of the island. It overlooks the ocean and uses seawater from the bay in the thalassotherapy treatments at the spa. Guests can play squash and tennis, swim in the pool, work out at the gym and take part in yoga sessions. There are four onsite restaurants plus a weekly beach BBQ and weekly cultural outdoor entertainment, and four bars, including one on the beach and one swim-up. Trained nannies are available and a programme of activities is provided.

Named after the nearby ancient archaeological site, this hotel is both palatial and flamboyant in its design. There’s an outdoor freshwater pool, another with a water slide, and an indoor swimming pool, as well as tennis courts, multiple bars, a Shisha Lounge and a wellness centre. With many amenities for families, it has a kids’ club, beach and a super restaurant geared to children (Pelican). Guests can also dine at four further fancy eateries – its Kalypso Gardens is fully alfresco, while The Grill Room has a terraced area and is renowned as one of the best seafood restaurants in town.

Fresh and modern decor at this family-friendly resort is found throughout, with the exception of the taverna restaurant, where you can experience a more rustic slice of Cypriot life including live local music. Golden Bay Beach is on the outskirts of Larnaca, so it’s handy for those wishing to see some sights while having direct beach access. Onsite, you’ll find the Serenity Spa with an indoor pool and sauna, outdoor pools, tennis courts, a seasonal kids’ club, a playground, bars, a traditional pub and four restaurants.

Located on the coastline with unhindered views of the Mediterranean Sea, the Four Seasons Hotel has everything you need to relax, have fun, and rejuvenate your body and mind. The attention to detail at this 5-star hotel is next to none. The exquisite guest rooms, unique luxurious spa, a grand foyer and atrium with dazzling grey marble décor, water sports facilities, are just but a few of the facilities that set the scene for a destination that’s lavish in the extreme. From the Mediterranean-inspired dishes to Chinese cuisine, dining at the Four Seasons Hotel is simply exquisite. This luxurious hotel is perfect for romantic gateways, family holidays, business trips, and anyone looking to just relax.

Named after Coral Bay, which surrounds three of the hotel’s sides. It caters for guests aged 16 and over with 100 guest rooms and a feature spa for mind, body and soul: Anagenisis. The bright lights of the town are within easy reach, but the uplifting light space of the resort, fantastic service and many amenities make it hard to leave. Rooms are decorated in a light palette, with marble bathrooms, rain showers, oversized balconies and in some cases, butler service. Meal options can be anything from a seven-course formal meal in Psari to a casual snack at Ipokambos Beach Bar.

Surround yourself with olive groves and lush Cypriot fauna, as you stay in one of the 202 bedrooms at this resort in Paphos. It has a 130-metre beach, three outdoor pools, a heated indoor pool, a playground, a 2,585m2 spa with products by Cinq Mondes and Valmont, a fitness centre, a nightclub, an outdoor cinema and an onsite boutique selling Bio-organic products. Dine on local Italian and Japanese cuisine across 10 different restaurants and bars, including the fine dining venue, Sky7 restaurant. The design at Cap St Georges has plenty of nods to indigenous style while providing a chic, airy and minimalist modern elegance.

Stay in the traditional Kalopanayiotis village in the Marathasa Valley, a little under an hour’s drive from Nicosia and Limassol. The stone-built houses that make up this resort stand are flanked by Troodos Mountains and create a sense of authenticity. While the boutique property is small in terms of accommodation (there are 26 guestrooms and suites), it offers an impressive array of amenities; five restaurants, a wine bar, a library, a cultural centre and Myrianthousa Spa, where you’ll find an indoor pool, jacuzzi and snow cabin. A programme of local experiences is also available.

Couples can relax in an adult-only environment at Amavi Hotel – the first five-star hotel of its kind in Cyprus. It’s right next to a blue flag beach, giving you the option to swim in the palm and luxury lounger lined pool or the Mediterranean. From the grounds and – depending on which side your room is located – you’ll have views of either Paphos’ medieval castle, harbour and/or the aquamarine sea. Inside you’ll find another pool, fitness centre, spa, three bars and three restaurants – including a raw sushi bar. Two of these eateries have extensive alfresco terraces, ideal for watching the sunset over a romantic meal. Amavi provides five types of accommodation, with private gardens, pools, balconies and sea views – glass-walled baths areas even enable you to enjoy the vista at the same time as taking a relaxing soak.

Combining golf (the award-winning PGA National Cyprus Golf Course) leisure and real estate, this was the first development of its kind in Cyprus. It has a tennis academy, basketball courts, a physio centre, a Pony Club, a soccer school, multiple pools and lots of activities for kids. The Retreat Spa caters for adults and has treatments for those aged eight to 15. A show lounge bar provides evening entertainment and there’s a host of restaurants and bars, for Asian, Mediterranean, Mexican, Meze, Indian and buffet cuisine. Family rooms and suites with private pools are available.

Located in the Bay of Pissouri, the Columbia Beach Resort is a home away from home. Relax in the lagoon style pool, while admiring the breath-taking views of the Mediterranean Sea. Revitalise your body and mind with award-winning spa treatments. And, wind down with gourmet cuisine that includes à la carte dishes and fine local dishes. The interior is filled with detailed designs, luxurious and majestic views, and breath-taking surroundings. This luxurious hotel offers several activities, including boat trips and swimming lessons. The Cub Life crèche and the Den Kids Club offer fun activities for the kids.

This may have been one of the foremost hotels on the island for some thirty years, but the Annabelle rocks a thoroughly sleek and modern aesthetic, thanks to a multi-million refurb. Enveloped by tropical gardens and facing the beach, it enjoys a prime spot in Paphos. Up on the rooftop, you’ll find a pool, restaurant and bar with wonderful views, and there are several other restaurants and pools besides, including one lagoon-style at ground level. Take some time out at the spa, play tennis and squash, try watersports, read in the library and shop in the boutique.

This 111 room contemporary-styled boutique retreat caters for older teens (16 plus) and adults. The town centre is a 30-minute walk away, still accessible but offering the peace of quieter surroundings. Book a one or two-bed suite and you’ll have the use of Caribbean style cabanas on the adjoining Kato Paphos beach, your own private pool and a whirlpool. If by chance the weather isn’t perfect, there’s an indoor freshwater pool with jacuzzi, fitness area with sauna, the Elixir Spa, beauty salon and live entertainment in one of its three bars. More active pursuits include tennis and table tennis or swimming in one of the two interconnected pools. Meals are taken a la carte, with light menu options, indoors or out. And for an extra special intimate dinner, you can dine at the pier by candlelight.