The best hotel in Cyprus depends on the type of holiday you want. Paphos offers a wide choice of beachfront hotels and resorts, Limassol combines city hotels with luxury coastal resorts, Larnaca is ideal for city and beach stays, while Ayia Napa and Protaras are popular for beach and family holidays. The Troodos Mountains offer a quieter alternative, with smaller hotels and traditional accommodation.
Rather than choosing a hotel simply because it has five stars, think about the experience you want. Location can be just as important as the hotel itself.
Choosing a hotel can make a big difference to your Cyprus holiday.
Do you want to wake up beside the sea? Be within walking distance of restaurants? Stay somewhere peaceful? Have a family-friendly resort with everything on site? Or perhaps you want a smaller hotel where you can use it as a base for exploring the island. There is no single best hotel in Cyprus.
The right hotel depends on where you want to stay, what you want to do and the sort of holiday you’re planning.
At Cyprus Life Rocks, we’re exploring hotels and resorts across the island and sharing our experiences to help you make a more informed choice.
We’ve divided our Cyprus hotel guides by region. Choose the area you’re interested in and explore the hotels we’ve discovered there.
This is probably the first thing we’d consider. A beautiful hotel in the wrong location can make your holiday less enjoyable.
Think about what you want to do. If you’re planning to spend every day on the beach, being close to the sea matters.
If you’re hiring a car and exploring, you may prefer somewhere quieter.
If you want restaurants and nightlife, walking distance becomes much more important.
“Near the beach” can mean very different things.
Is it directly on the beach? Across a road? A five-minute walk? Or a 20-minute walk?
Always check the actual location before booking. In these days of social media and Google maps you can look up the location, check reviews and ask people what they think?
If you’re travelling with children, the pool may be just as important as the beach.
Look at:
Some hotels are specifically designed for adults.
Others are built around families.
Neither is better.
They’re simply different.
Choose the atmosphere that suits yo
All-inclusive can be incredibly convenient. Although check what AI means, are snacks and ice-creams included? How about soft drinks to keep you hydrated on hot Cyprus days?
Also, Cyprus has amazing food options. So, if you love discovering local restaurants, you may prefer a hotel with breakfast or half board.
Think about how you actually like to travel.
Paphos is one of the most popular areas of Cyprus for holidays, and there is a huge choice of accommodation. You can stay close to the harbour and archaeological sites.
Choose a beachfront resort. Stay near Coral Bay. Or head outside the main tourist areas for something quieter.
Paphos works particularly well if you want to combine:
If you’re planning to explore western Cyprus, Paphos can also make an excellent base.
Larnaca is particularly convenient if you want a mixture of beach and city life.
You can stay close to Finikoudes, where the beach and promenade are right outside your door. Or choose accommodation around Mackenzie Beach, with restaurants, the seafront and those rather entertaining aircraft views nearby.
Larnaca is also a useful base if you’re planning to explore other parts of Cyprus.
And, of course, the international airport is close by.
Fancy getting away from the coast? Why not stay in the Troodos Mountains.
Accommodation here tends to have a very different character from the large coastal resorts.
Think: Traditional villages, Mountain hotels, Guesthouses, Forests, Cooler temperatures, Local tavernas and Scenic drives
It’s particularly appealing if you want a quieter break or fancy spending your days exploring the mountains. And in winter, the experience can be completely different again.
Limassol offers something quite different.
There are modern city hotels, beachfront resorts, luxury properties and accommodation close to the Old Town and marina.
It’s a good choice if you want to combine your hotel stay with restaurants, nightlife, shopping and sightseeing. There is also the casino resort City of Dreams Mediterranean.
The wider Limassol area also gives you easy access to beaches, wineries, villages and archaeological sites.
So you can have a city holiday one day and be exploring the countryside the next.
If your idea of a Cyprus holiday involves beautiful beaches, swimming and plenty of sunshine, Ayia Napa and Protaras are obvious places to consider.
There is a huge choice of accommodation here. Large beachfront resorts. Family hotels. Adults-focused properties. Smaller hotels. And accommodation close to the nightlife.
Generally better suited to visitors who want a lively atmosphere, restaurants, entertainment and nightlife alongside the beaches.
Generally more relaxed, making it particularly popular with families and visitors who want to concentrate on beaches and swimming.
Of course, you can enjoy either area regardless of your age or holiday style.
There is no single best hotel for everyone. The best choice depends on your destination, budget and the type of holiday you want. Paphos, Limassol, Larnaca, Ayia Napa and Protaras all offer very different accommodation options.
Paphos and the east coast around Ayia Napa and Protaras have a particularly large choice of holiday hotels and resorts. Limassol offers a mixture of city and luxury beachfront properties, while Larnaca is ideal for visitors looking for a combination of city and beach accommodation.
Ayia Napa, Protaras and parts of Paphos are popular choices for beach holidays. The best area depends on whether you want a lively resort, family-friendly beaches or a quieter coastal experience.
Protaras is particularly popular with families because of its beaches, clear water and relaxed atmosphere. Paphos and parts of Ayia Napa also offer a wide choice of family-friendly hotels and activities.
Paphos, Limassol, Larnaca, Ayia Napa and Protaras can all work well for couples. Look for a location and hotel atmosphere that matches the type of holiday you want, whether that’s nightlife, restaurants, beaches or peace and quiet.
Yes. All-inclusive hotels and resorts are available in many of the main tourist areas, including Paphos, Limassol, Ayia Napa and Protaras.
It depends on how you like to travel. Hotels can be more convenient if you want facilities, breakfast, restaurants and pools. Apartments can provide more space and flexibility, particularly for longer stays or families.
Not necessarily. If you’re staying in a resort and mainly want to use the beach and local restaurants, you may not need one. However, a car is useful if you want to explore villages, archaeological sites, beaches and the mountains.
