The best hotels in Paphos, from five-star stays to beachside resorts
This coastal city in southwest Cyprus has plenty to offer for all ages. Yasemen Kaner-White picks the best hotels for all budgets
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Paphos is an alluring coastal city situated in the southwest of the sun-kissed island of Cyprus. It’s home to stunning sandy beaches, family-friendly waterparks and a host of hotels for every budget, from the luxurious to the affordable.
The diverse mix of bars, restaurants and cafes offers the warmth of Mediterranean hospitality, serving delicious, seasonal dishes whether you are after something local or multicultural.
History lovers will be impressed by the Roman mosaic-clad Tombs of Kings site, while the culturally curious will revel in the charming streets of Paphos Old Town. A visit to the birthplace of Aphrodite – the ancient Greek goddess of love, beauty, pleasure, passion, and procreation – is a must.
The city is easy to reach from the UK, with its own airport. Flights depart daily from London, Manchester and other major cities.
From adult-only to super-luxe, these are the best hotels in Paphos for 2026.
The best hotels in Paphos 2026
At a glance
1. Elysium hotel
Elysium is a Byzantine-inspired hotel with stone and wood-heavy interiors, featuring attractive columns and arches. It’s just a 10-minute walk to Paphos Harbour along the picturesque seafront.
Every space in the hotel is welcoming, from the library to the boutique shops. There are four pools – indoor and outdoor – including an adult-only one, 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 and five restaurants, as well as Cafe Occidental, which is perfect for afternoon tea. Open-air Mediterraneo restaurant serves local classics, including a great moussaka. Ristorante Bacco has a menu of Tuscan-influenced dishes, such as pasta with tender lamb ragu, while O’Shin is the place to go for sushi. The breakfast buffet in Lemonia Piazza features tasty local and continental dishes full of fresh, seasonal produce.
Address: Queen Verenikis Street 6, Paphos 8045
Price: From £280 per night
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2. Cap St Georges Hotel & Resort
You’d be forgiven for not wanting to leave this sprawling resort, but if you do, then Akamas National Park and Paphos centre are just a short drive away.
Within Cap St Georges you’ll find two outdoor pools – including one Olympic-size – and another indoor one, which is adult-only. Plus there’s 2km of beachfront in easy reach, offering access to the Mediterranean sea.
There’s also a kids’ club, games room, boutique shops, a European professional standard football field, and tennis and padel courts, plus a fantastic spa offering diverse treatments, including a collagen eye lift.
The 202 rooms and villas are decorated in neutral tones, with marble and wood details punctuated by contemporary artwork. Balconies overlook the sea.
The delectable dining options include Asian, Italian and Cypriot at Kohili – where the elevated halloumi starter with confit tomato, black sesame, pitta and honey is a must-try.
Address: Maniki Street 3, Pegeia 8570
Price: From £400 per night
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3. Anassa Hotel
Five-star Anassa hotel is in a prime location overlooking the bay of Polis Chrysochous, and is minutes from both the quaint Latchi fishing harbour and Akamas National Forest Park.
Its facilities are on-point. At the Thalassa Spa you can book treatments incorporating natural seawater from the bay and using gorgeous products from Tata Harper and Augustinus Bader. There are also boutique shops, two outdoor pools and tennis courts.
Rooms, suites and residences are decorated in tasteful whites, creams and touches of blue from striped upholstery.
Dining options include Asian and Mediterranean. The outdoor restaurant, Basilico, does a great bluefin tuna salad with unagi sauce, and pickled vegetables, as well as standout uramaki roll. At the French-Mediterranean, Helios, you can enjoy live classical music.
Address: 40, Alekou Michailidi road Neo Chorio, Alekou Michailidi 40, Neo Chorio 8852
Price: From £480 per night
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4. Almyra hotel
Contemporary in design and overlooking the sea, 187-room Almyra offers a welcoming atmosphere. The minimalist rooms come with marble bathrooms, and all have a balcony with a sea or garden view.
From here, you can walk to Nea Paphos, a Unesco archaeological site with restaurants and bars, in 15 minutes.
Facilities include indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, boutique shops and a spa – try the Thanos Kalmer treatment, said to instil joy, peace, calm and love.
Notios restaurant serves Japanese fusion and the all-day sushi is tasty. Ouzeri offers Cypriot fare – the meat-stuffed vine leaves with mint-dill yogurt are excellent. Mosaics serves diverse buffets made with fresh, local produce.
Address: Poseidonos Ave 12, Paphos 8042
Price: From £190 per night
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5. Louis Ivi Mare hotel
Ivi Mare is situated in Kato, a short walk from Paphos harbour. Opposite the hotel is a bus stop where a service runs to the town centre every 15 minutes.
The hotelhas a modern feel and boasts a huge, sweeping pool in front of the beach. The interiors are calming in green and white.
There is a decent gym and indoor pool, with the relaxing spa offering numerous Cretan-themed treatments. Try the classic massage, which uses olive oil as a base, as well as raki and orange extracts.
The rooms and suites are calming spaces in greys and white with complementary foliage-patterned headboards. Balconies look inland or are sea-facing, and some rooms come with jacuzzis. Bathrooms are chic, with clean lines and feature Carrara marble.
The Palettes main restaurant serves Mediterranean-style buffet options, including healthy seasonal salads and local hot dishes, such as moussaka. Alati is for Greek classics and serves delicious meze and tasty filo and honey pastries. Fiki is a Japanese-fusion destination with excellent crispy tempura and sushi on the menu.
Address: CY 8210, Poseidonos Ave 12, Paphos 8204, Cyprus
Price: From £150 per night
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6. Annabelle hotel
Nature is key at Annabelle – the hotel is situated amid six acres of vibrant gardens, and adjacent to the seafront. You can walk to the harbour in five minutes, too.
Cypriot stone, warm natural wood and white walls give the hotel a local feel, with a modern twist.
Guests can use tennis courts, squash courts and a rooftop pool, as well as a lagoon-style one, which weaves through the lush gardens. There are also boutique shops and a library to enjoy, as well as the spa. Here, rituals such as the “Roi” are popular, which incorporates head-to-toe treatments, starting with a marine body scrub.
The 224 rooms and suites feature creams and sea blue accents against crisp white walls. Interesting modern artworks make everything feel cohesive.
Food-wise, there’s Ouranos for street food, such as North Indian crispy papdi chaat. The other four restaurants offer delectable Mediterranean and local dishes, and span al fresco to fine dining.
Address: Poseidonos Ave 10, Paphos 8041, Cyprus
Price: From £162 per night
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7. Coral Beach Hotel & Resort
Coral Beach is so named as it sits along Coral Bay, and is nestled next to the Unesco-protected biodiverse Akamas peninsula.
Neutrally decorated rooms and suites have a pool or garden access, and many have sea views. Indoor and outdoor pools, a gym and tennis courts are on offer. The spa uses Babor and Guinot products; try the vegan and eco-friendly “Cleanformance” facial for intense moisture post-sunbathing.
Armonia Restaurant serves a Cypriot buffet breakfast, as well as lunch and dinner buffets. Coral is perfect for local meze options – try the succulent octopus. Calypso offers Asian cuisine, while Romazzino serves tempting pizzas, and Limani Taverna and Tasteria Restaurant deliver Mediterranean flavours.
Address: Coral Bay Ave 70, Pegeia 8575, Cyprus
Price: From £150 per night
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8. Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel
Asimina Suites Hotel is situated along the Poseidonos Avenue hotel strip, a 45-minute walk from the harbour along the seafront.
The hotel has a warm and inviting atmosphere thanks to the pared-back decor, while the vibrant gardens bring nature to your doorstep. It’s a suite-only hotel, with some open-plan and others boasting separate lounges. All come with large balconies and a few have private pools.
Kymata restaurant is sea-facing with a locally themed menu, which includes succulent souvlaki. The A La Carte restaurant is just that, offering elevated local fare. Estia serves an extensive buffet for breakfast – the cheese selection doesn’t disappoint.
One of the hotel’s highlights is the two lagoon-style outdoor pools. If you prefer to sea swim you can access the water via the hotel’s private jetty. There’s also an indoor pool and tennis court, and the Elixir spa is popular.
Address: Theas Afroditis Avenue, Kato, Kato 8101, Cyprus
Price: From £310 per night
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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, who has a deep knowledge of Cyprus, due to living there – ensuring a personal and informed perspective. When picking which hotels to include, she considered her own experience staying in the hotels and evaluated location, facilities, service and all the other details that make for an exceptional stay for all types of traveller.
FAQs
When is the best time to travel to Paphos?
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.
Unless your aim is to be horizontal on a sunbed, the shoulder season is a better bet. May has an average temperature of 26C, making it a more suitable month for sightseeing and exploring this historic island. September and October enjoy balmy averages of 30C and 27C, respectively. The lowest daily average temperature occurs in January at 17C.
What is the difference between Larnaca and Paphos?
Larnaca is found on the east coast and has a more relaxed vibe, while Paphos is located on the west coast, and has more to offer those looking for a historical or nature-filled holiday.
What currency do I need?
Cyprus uses the euro (€).
Is there a lot to do in Paphos?
Yes, there are lots of activities on offer. Some of the most popular things to do in Paphos are to visit the Kato Paphos Archaeological Park, wander through the Old Town, and take a boat trip to the Blue Lagoon, or Adonis Baths waterfalls.
