21 Best Hotels in Cyprus

This hip, family-friendly resort has been renovated to good effect, with pure and crisp lines within earshot of the waves. Sleek interiors use natural materials, glass and Carrara marble to create soothing havens. Choose a waterfront Kyma suite with its own daybeds for the best views. Among the leisure facilities are a water-sports center, five swimming pools (one just for small children), and an award winning spa. Mosaics restaurant, with an Asian-fusion menu, spills out onto the terrace for alfresco dining, while Ouzeri serves Greek fare right on the seafront.

Newly built in 2019 and named after the ancient Greek word for everlasting, almost everything here is sparkling, new, and built to last. The eternal views over the sea are endless, the effortlessly elegant rooms are supremely comfortable, hi-tech, and all have sea views. The Amara Spa features part of the ancient city walls unearthed during the construction of the hotel. There are three pools with the main mosaic-lined infinity pool overlooking the sea and gardens. The big draw for many guests, though, are the four restaurants, including Locatelli by Giorgio Locatelli, and an outpost of Matsuhisa by Nobu.

Anassa is the Greek word for "queen," and this upscale hotel is indeed one of the most luxurious on Cyprus—it is popular with visiting celebrities as well as with those looking to get away from it all. Anassa's stunning setting, overlooking a pristine stretch of the Mediterranean sea, is breathtaking. The elegant hotel is filled with Greek motifs and frescoes; suites are expansive, impressively presented accommodations in soothing natural materials, and all rooms include a private balcony or terrace. It is a regular nominee for World's Best Spa, and the four restaurants offer delicious dining options.

Tropical gardens, sprawling swimming pools, and comfortably furnished rooms make this resort one of the area's best. Like Alymra and Anassa, the property is owned by the Michaelides family, and friendly, first-rate guest services add to the appeal. The sea-view rooms are worth the splurge.

Amid banana groves, this all-inclusive adults only hotel is friendly and personal. The impressive, open lobby overlooks the water, and many rooms have balconies with sea views.  The outdoor pool is big and flanked by palm trees and has views out to a small pebbly beach and the Mediterranean. The all-inclusive option includes buffet meals and snacks, unlimited drinks, entertainment, and use of all sports and fitness facilities. 

This sophisticated hotel is all about luxury as standard, with comfortable and elegant rooms, most of which offer breathtaking panoramic sea views. There is a dedicated adults only area of the resort for those who seek privacy. The resort offers tennis, three pools, a fully equipped indoor gym, and yoga and workout room. The diverse luxury spa treatments at the resort's award winning Asphodel Spa are well worth indulging in. Six dining options and seven drink outlets offers plenty of choice.

If you're planning on shopping or hitting the cafés on Ledra Street, the Old City's main pedestrian thoroughfare, this simple but friendly hotel will fit the bill. It's housed in a building from 1912 that underwent a needed renovation in 2020. The layouts vary by room—some have larger bathrooms, some offer balconies—so make sure you ask to view your room first to see if it suits. Light sleepers, take heed: consider requesting a room toward the back to minimize noise from the busy surrounding streets.

It is worth the drive or taxi ride to this resort, located a bit off the beaten path between Limassol and Paphos near the village of Pissouri, if you're looking for total luxury and modern design in a secluded beach setting. The resort's expansive suites are outfitted in soothing neutral colors and feature soaring ceilings, carved-wood cabinets, and good-sized kitchens. Each room also has its own balcony—ask for one overlooking the impressive infinity pool or with a view of the small but lovely pebble beach flanked by dramatic cliffs behind the hotel. For the ultimate in relaxation, don't miss the Hébe Spa—the outdoor pool flows seamlessly into the spa's heated indoor pool.

Just ten minutes from the town of Paphos, this luxurious seaside resort is perfectly located overlooking the gorgeous waters of Coral bay. Spacious Mediterranean-style rooms that offer scenic views, both seaside and mountain, as well as guest facilities that include a complete spa, tennis, extensive water sports, bicycle hire, and an arts and crafts workshop make this a very popular go-to hotel for families or couples alike.

Location is the key here—unlike many Limassol hotels, which are actually located north of the city, Crowne Plaza is in the heart of town, offering easy beach and city center access, including proximity to the culturally rich historic districts of Limassol. The Terrace Studios, with spacious private decks and their own sun beds, are particularly nice. Though not as luxurious as some other options here, the hotel doesn't skimp on amenities, from tennis courts to a small spa and 24-hour gym to bathrobes and slippers in the rooms. When you're ready to dine, stroll down the block to some of Limassol's best restaurants, or dine in at the hotel's elegant La Brezza Italian-Cypriot fusion restaurant.

A Mediterranean sense of place reigns at this palatial resort near the Tombs of the Kings with extensive grounds, beautiful multilevel pools, and a small private beach. Multiple courtyards and terraces create a sense of peace, natural stone and terra-cotta abounds, and rooms are spacious and include studio and family suite options, while the Royal Garden villas have private pools. The Opium spa has a colonnaded Roman-style pool and ESPA treatments, while the dining experience is a serious affair with many of the vegetables coming from the hotel garden.

One of the premier hotels in Cyprus, this property is not part of the international chain yet offers comparable elegance. In excellent condition, this hotel offers spacious rooms with luxurious bathrooms, many with double Jacuzzis; all feature a balcony or terrace, often with a sea view. The decor is modern and sophisticated with natural colors and textures enlivened by elegant touches of color. Guest services include a spa, two outdoor pools (one for adults only) and one indoor pool, a dive shop, a children's club, tennis courts, and a gym. The five award-winning restaurants are the icing on the cake.

Comfort is paramount at this family-friendly beach hotel east of the town center. Set right on the attractive, sheltered beach, all rooms have balconies and most have views of the sea—be sure to ask for one when you book. The extensive sports facilities, including tennis, archery and water sports such as jetskiing, windsurfing, and canoeing, make it an ideal spot for active guests, while younger guests are cared for with a daily activity program. Four different dining options offer plenty of choice, and there are themed dining nights with live entertainers.

Though the Hilton Nicosia primarily caters to business travelers, it also offers enough amenities to appeal to those seeking more leisure during their stay—extensive facilities include tennis courts, a good-sized gym with indoor pool, a full service spa, and an enormous outdoor pool. Rooms are modern, if a tad generic, and all have balconies with pool or city views. For more space, opt for a room in the Executive Wing, which includes its own lounge with breakfast and all-day refreshments.

One of the few hotels in Paphos that looks west onto the sunset, Leonardo Laura is a true family favorite. The main attraction is the Splash waterpark with multi-lane racing slides, a space bowl, white knuckle Boomerango, and a mini splash park for toddlers. However, for those who prefer to keep dry there is an on-site cinema, an escape room and five restaurants to choose from. Renovated a couple of years back, the accommodation feels fresh and modern and is kept very clean; the swim-up suites are fun for a family of four.

Limassol's hippest hotel, the Londa, is one of the only beachfront boutique hotels in Cyprus, offering well-designed rooms and suites. Nearly all rooms include a balcony, though only some have a sea view; modern bathrooms feature elegant Molton Brown products. The chic pool area is a prime place for people-watching and cooling off with a drink at the Terrace Bar. Work off the calories at the well-equipped gym or just relax in the spa's Jacuzzi, steam room, or sauna, which are all complimentary for hotel guests.

This modern, air-conditioned hotel is set in magnificent gardens overlooking a  private sandy beach a few miles outside town. Some accommodations are in smart bungalows with unimpeded sea vistas, while in the main building it is best to splurge on a room with a beach view. Amenities include a health club and spa, tennis courts and an array of bars and restaurants. The hotel is very popular with wedding parties and so may not suit those in search of peace and quiet.

The biggest hotel in Larnaca offers a little something for everyone, including a sandy beach for sun lovers, 70 of the eponymous palm trees in the sprawling gardens, and plenty of activity areas for the whole family. A playground with dedicated swimming pools as well as a kids' club for the youngsters appeal to families; tennis and squash courts, as well as windsurfing, waterskiing and paragliding are for the active; and extensive conference facilities attract the business-minded. Enjoy live music most nights at the piano bar, with views of the pool and the sea, and regular theme nights with corresponding food and entertainment.

If you are a golfer or tennis player rather than a beach goer, the family-friendly Aphrodite Hills will be your dream come true—it offers an 18-hole championship course and a tennis academy with nine professional courts. The resort also has a luxe spa with Elemis treatments, a gym, and an expansive, gorgeous infinity pool overlooking the sea, its own village square, with restaurants, shops, and bars, and a kids' club. The only thing it doesn't have is a beachfront, though the resort offers complimentary shuttles to its two nearby beach clubs. The country club feel extends to the resort's rooms, which are clean and modern with Aphrodite-inspired accents including replicas of ancient clay pots; some rooms open onto terraces with views of the golf course and the sea beyond, while selected suites have their own private plunge pools or are swim-up—great for families and couples alike.

This family-friendly seaside resort sits on 7 acres and has lovely landscaped gardens and gorgeous Mediterranean views. The art deco style lobby leads to a large array of rooms to suit all tastes and requirements, including several for guests with disabilities, and most have a sea view. St. George offers an attractive pool area with swim-up bar, the Ocyan Spa, tennis courts, access to a golf course, and a choice of three restaurants.

Ideally located on the edge of Nicosia's Old City in a quiet safe neighborhood, this long-standing lodging has a boutique feel, albeit with some smallish accommodations. Stylishly decorated in neutral colors with statement illuminated flower photos, the executive rooms are worth the extra and come with marble bathrooms. The elegant facade hides a warren of stairs and the lift only goes to the first floor; visitors with mobility problems should be aware.