The best hotels in Cyprus, from luxury beach resorts to spa stays

Cyprus has it all for those wanting a relaxing break, offering year-round sun, welcoming locals, and crystal-clear waters to swim in. What’s not to love?

The island nation also excels in its excellent cultural offering – there’s exciting architecture, food festivals and village gatherings which are open to all. And there’s no shortage of hotels to choose from.

From luxury stays to family-friendly all-inclusives and destinations with world-class spas, Cyprus delivers, no matter your priority. Plus, good restaurants and direct sea views from rooms are the norm.

In terms of where to base yourself, for families, there’s the bustling coast of Limassol, while party people may want to be close to the vibrant nightlife of Paphos, or those looking for seclusion can head to the picturesque Troodos Mountains.

With a flight time of under five hours from the UK, you can arrive on the island in time for lunch after catching a morning flight. Car rentals are easily collected from airports and are recommended for sightseeing, but you can also take one of the many buses or taxis upon arrival.

These are the very best hotels to choose for your Cyprus holiday for 2026.

For the best family-friendly hotels in Cyprus, the best hotels in Paphos and the best hotels in Larnaca, see our other guides.

The best hotels in Cyprus for 2026

At a glance

1. Elysium hotel

Beautiful, Byzantine-inspired hotel Elysium has a scheme of stone, marble and wood, and features attractive columns and arches. It’s just a 10-minute walk along a picturesque seafront to Paphos Harbour.

Facilities include a library, boutique shops and four pools – indoor and outdoor, and one that’s adult-only – plus a gym, flood-lit tennis courts and the fantastic Opium spa with a treatment menu using ESPA products.

The 287 rooms and suites are stylish, each with a distinctive look, varied with decorative bed throws. They are accompanied by spacious marble bathrooms.

There are two bars, five restaurants and Cafe Occidental, which is perfect for afternoon tea. Open-air Mediterraneo restaurant serves local classics including a mean moussaka; Ristorante Bacco serves Tuscan-influenced dishes such as pasta with tender lamb ragout; and O’Shin is the place for sushi. The breakfast buffet served at Lemonia Piazza is full of fresh, seasonal produce and tasty local and continental dishes.

Address: Queen Verenikis Street 6, Paphos 8045

Price: From £280

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2. The Landmark Nicosia hotel

The Landmark is located in the swish central district of Nicosia, with numerous upmarket shops and restaurants close by. It’s only a 15 to 20-minute walk to the historic centre, as well as Ledra Street, where you can cross to the north of the island.

The hotel has a sizeable outdoor pool, as well as a heated indoor pool, tennis courts, fitness centre and a spa with a sauna and steam room, which offers treatments including deep-tissue massages, and beauty services such as waxing and hairstyling.

Spacious rooms offer pool or city views and are contemporary in feel, with a neutral colour palette of whites, greys and beige. Large comfortable beds, atmospheric uplighting and well-appointed marble-clad bathrooms add to the upmarket feel.

The breakfast buffet is extensive – expect local and seasonal produce including salads, olives, honey selections, and hot dishes such a local sausages and eggs. The Orangery serves contemporary Cypriot classics as well as a delectable afternoon tea. Sumosan is for modern Japanese and Vetrina for Mediterranean fare.

Address: Arch. Makarios III Ave 98, Nicosia 1077

Price: From £143

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3. Anassa Hotel

This luxurious hotel is in a prime location, overlooking the bay of Polis Chrysochous and moments from both the quaint Latchi fishing harbour and Akamas National Forest Park. Anassa‘s facilities are on-point: they include the Thalassa Spa where you can book treatments incorporating natural seawater from the bay and gorgeous products from Tata Harper and Augustinus Bader, along with boutique shops, three outdoor pools and tennis courts.

The 116 rooms, suites and residences rely on tasteful whites, creams and touches of blue striped upholstery.

Dining options include Asian and Mediterranean. At the outdoor restaurant Basilico order the spicy blue tuna salad flamed with unagi sauce and pickled vegetables. While at Helios you can enjoy French-Mediterranean dishes alongside live classical music.

Address: 40, Alekou Michailidi road Neo Chorio, Alekou Michailidi 40, Neo Chorio 8852

Price: From £480

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4. Four Seasons Hotel

This Four Seasons outpost benefits from being directly on the coast, and boasts a popular beach bar. It’s also close to historic sites such as Amathous, and under half an hour drive from Limassol city centre.

Pools include an adult-only one, a children’s one with a slide, and an indoor pool. There is also a gym, tennis and padel courts, and a large spa housing an ice room and offering plenty of diverse treatments, from facials using 24 karat gold to those specifically for teens.

Attractive rooms offer sea views from balconies and are are decked out in neutral colours with patterned wall panels. Some have private plunge pools and the plush bathrooms feature alabaster marble detail.

Sera by Ettore Botrini is the upmarket Michelin-starred restaurant, where the tuna carpaccio is a standout dish. Seasons Oriental offers excellent Chinese food; M Fusion is the place for delicious Japanese-Peruvian fusion dishes; and Tropical has an all-day buffet.

Address: Avenue, Amathountos 67-69, Agios Tychon 4532

Price: From £217

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5. Amara hotel

Amara has a prime location opposite the beach and is just seven minutes’ drive to the archaeological site of Amathus, which dates back to 1100BC. It benefits from a calming setting with plenty of lush greenery and prettily designed ponds.

The Amara Spa features part of Limassol’s ancient city walls, which were unearthed during the hotel’s construction. It offers a selection of treatments including a circulation boosting rose crystal facial. There are ice rooms, an indoor pool, saunas, a gym, a hair salon, nail bar and open-air infinity pool to boot.

The 207 rooms are dressed in neutral colours, with marble and glass features. Floor-to-ceiling windows let natural light flood in, and all rooms feature a sea-view balcony.

Breakfast is a delicious Cypriot-inspired buffet, featuring freshly squeezed local orange juice, sausages, salads, olives, cheeses, eggs and more. Matsuhisa Limassol serves Japanese-Peruvian fusion dishes devised by celebrity chef Nobu Matsuhisa. Try his famed miso black cod. Or head to Ristorante Locatelli by Michelin-starred Giorgio Locatelli, which serves high-end Italian food. Beefbar is the place for excellent steaks and other grilled dishes.

Address: 95 Amathus Avenue, B1, Agios Tychon 4533

Price: From £474

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6. Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa

Situated adjacent to the beach, Parklane is just a 15-minute drive to the modern city of Limassol, and by contrast, the ancient kingdom of Amathous, which dates to around 1100BC, is just a few minutes away by car. The pyramid shaped hotel is contemporary in feel – with techy amenities to make life easy for guests. White walls act as a backdrop for artistic, colourful furniture and paintings.

There are three pools – one is adult-only, another is seawater – plus there’s a gym, shopping arcade and the Kalloni Spa, offering a diverse menu of treatments. Known for being family-friendly, the hotel has one of the largest children’s playgrounds in Europe at around 3,000sq m.

Rooms and suites are welcoming spaces – cream and off-white walls are perked up by touches of Mediterranean blue, light gold curtains and soft furnishings.

Restaurants include Lanes, with a diverse buffet-style offering focussing on local and seasonal produce; La Petite Maison which offers a fantastic brunch; and Italian Il Teatro serving pizza and pasta. The Gallery has a menu of tasty sushi, and Nammos offers contemporary twists on Mediterranean classics.

Address: Giannou Kranidioti 11, Street 4534, Cyprus.

Price: From £180

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7. Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort

Cap St Georges has pretty much everything you could want from a Greek island break, so it’s no surprise that some don’t venture outside. However, if you do, then Akamas National Park and Paphos centre are just a short drive away.

Within the resort you’ll find two outdoor pools – one Olympic-sized and an indoor adult-only pool. A 2km beachfront is easily accessible and brings the Mediterranean sea to your doorstep.

There’s a children’s club, games room, boutique shops, European professional standard football field, tennis and padel courts, and a fantastic spa offering a variety of treatments, including a collagen eye lift.

In the 202 rooms and villas, expect neutral tones, marble details, contemporary artwork and balconies overlooking the sea.

Local cuisine is served at Kohili – where the elevated halloumi starter with confit tomato, black sesame, pitta and honey is a must-try. Other delectable dining options include Asian and Italian.

Address: Maniki Street 3, Pegeia 8570

Price: From £400

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8. City of Dreams Mediterranean hotel

City of Dreams takes the phrase “it has it all” to the next level – guests will be hard pressed to get bored thanks to everything from an impressive outdoor amphitheatre to fantastic fine dining options, a large family adventure park, well-presented sports facilities, luxury retail outlets, indoor and outdoor pools, and the spacious Renu Spa. By car, Lady’s Mile Beach is just a few minutes away, while Limassol city centre is a 10-minute drive.

All the roomy suites have a balcony, and wall art and pops of colour perk up a serene cream, white and grey backdrop.

The lead restaurant is fine dining Anaïs where the tasty tuna tartare with vibrant herbs is a must. There’s succulent steak on offer at Prime Steakhouse; Amber Dragon is the place for pan-Asian; and at Aura there’s a buffet bursting with Mediterranean and other international dishes.

Address: Nikou Kavvadia, Limassol 3150

Price: From £291

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Why trust us

The hotels featured in this list have been carefully selected by The Independent's expert travel writer Yasemen Kaner-White, with a deep knowledge of the destination. Our contributors either live in these locations or visit frequently, ensuring a personal and informed perspective. When picking the hotels to include, Yasemen considered her own experience staying in the properties and evaluated location, facilities, service and all the other details that make for an exceptional stay for all types of traveller.

FAQs

What currency do I need?

Cyprus uses the euro (€).

When is the best time of year to visit?

Like much of southern Europe, Cyprus swelters in the peak of summer. The average daily temperature is 31C in July and 32C in August. These figures may seem reasonable, but last year’s weather was anything but – a figure of 45C was recorded by the Cypriot Meteorological Department in August 2025.

The shoulder season is a good time for sightseeing and exploring this historic island. May has an average temperature of 26C, while September and October enjoy balmy averages of 30C and 27C, respectively. The lowest daily average temperature occurs in January at 17C.

Where is the best part of Cyprus to stay?

The best places to stay in Cyprus are Paphos, Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca.

How can I find the best Cyprus hotel deals?

If you’re a fan of a classic fly-and-flop holiday, an all-inclusive package can often deliver the best value for money. With flights, transfers and catering included, it takes the stress out of planning and is ideal for families who want everything taken care of in one go. You can find the latest holiday deals from top travel companies, including TUI, Jet2holidays and Loveholidays, on our dedicated travel deals homepage.

If you prefer to book the different elements of your trip separately and secure the best discounts on Cyprus hotels (including many of the properties featured above), we’ve got you covered there too. We partner with Expedia and Hotels.com to bring you exclusive discounts, so it’s worth checking both sites to compare hotel rates. Don’t forget to apply our exclusive discount code at checkout to save even more on your total hotel cost.