The 255-room GrandResort is a solid value for an upscale hotel, and the pools, beachfront, and beautiful tropical grounds are high points. Though the property -- and especially the underwhelming rooms with aging decor and amenities -- don't live up to advertised five-star standards, the price reflects this. There are also a full spa, several good dining options, and activities and an outdoor playground for kids. Breakfast is included and all-inclusive rates are also available. Rooms at the similarly priced Royal Apollonia are more modern, but the beach there is much smaller.
The 255-room GrandResort is a solid value for an upscale hotel, and the pools, beachfront, and beautiful tropical grounds are high points. Though the property -- and especially the underwhelming rooms with aging decor and amenities -- don't live up to advertised five-star standards, the price reflects this. There are also a full spa, several good dining options, and activities and an outdoor playground for kids. Breakfast is included and all-inclusive rates are also available. Rooms at the similarly priced Royal Apollonia are more modern, but the beach there is much smaller.
Alasia Hotel is a four-pearl boutique property situated in the city center of Limassol, a short drive from Old Town and the beach. There are only 60 rooms here, all with soft furnishings and sleek marble bathrooms, and many have balconies. Alasia feels more intimate than most business hotels, but still attracts corporate guests, despite the fact that many of the amenities are geared toward rest and relaxation (though there is a nice meeting room with audiovisual equipment). The most striking feature here is the spa, a beautiful underground space with a hydrotherapy ozone pool, sauna, and a steam room. There's not a lot to find fault with, but it's a bit far from the beach -- those who want to be closer to the shoreline should consider Londa Hotel.
Alasia Hotel is a four-pearl boutique property situated in the city center of Limassol, a short drive from Old Town and the beach. There are only 60 rooms here, all with soft furnishings and sleek marble bathrooms, and many have balconies. Alasia feels more intimate than most business hotels, but still attracts corporate guests, despite the fact that many of the amenities are geared toward rest and relaxation (though there is a nice meeting room with audiovisual equipment). The most striking feature here is the spa, a beautiful underground space with a hydrotherapy ozone pool, sauna, and a steam room. There's not a lot to find fault with, but it's a bit far from the beach -- those who want to be closer to the shoreline should consider Londa Hotel.
Though the Elias Beach Hotel has the facilities of an upscale resort, the decor and atmosphere are decidedly mid-range. Simple rooms have basic amenities, but some of the balconies have lovely views of the sea; families will likely appreciate the convenient layouts of the Family Junior Suites. There is a ton for kids to do here between the spacious beach, two pools, daily activities, and entertainment venue; it's one of the top options in the area for families, along with the GrandResort next door. There are also a full spa and athletic courts. All-inclusive rates are available, but there isn't as much dining variety as some may expect; some restaurants are seasonal and two are just different dining rooms sharing the same buffet. Breakfast is always included.
Though the Elias Beach Hotel has the facilities of an upscale resort, the decor and atmosphere are decidedly mid-range. Simple rooms have basic amenities, but some of the balconies have lovely views of the sea; families will likely appreciate the convenient layouts of the Family Junior Suites. There is a ton for kids to do here between the spacious beach, two pools, daily activities, and entertainment venue; it's one of the top options in the area for families, along with the GrandResort next door. There are also a full spa and athletic courts. All-inclusive rates are available, but there isn't as much dining variety as some may expect; some restaurants are seasonal and two are just different dining rooms sharing the same buffet. Breakfast is always included.
Situated on the beach in downtown Limassol, the four-pearl Crowne Plaza Limassol is equal parts business and leisure hotel. The 144 guest rooms are contemporary and sleek, and some have sea-facing balconies or terraces. Hotel amenities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, and a fitness center that attracts a steady stream of locals. Multiple restaurants and bars provide indoor and outdoor seating. There's also plenty for business travelers, including three meeting spaces. Parking and Wi-Fi are both free. Overall, it's a great choice for its simultaneous convenience to the beach and the city center, but there are sleeker inland options. One good alternative to consider is the Alasia Hotel, which offers a lovely pool and has a quieter, boutique vibe.
Situated on the beach in downtown Limassol, the four-pearl Crowne Plaza Limassol is equal parts business and leisure hotel. The 144 guest rooms are contemporary and sleek, and some have sea-facing balconies or terraces. Hotel amenities include indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tennis courts, and a fitness center that attracts a steady stream of locals. Multiple restaurants and bars provide indoor and outdoor seating. There's also plenty for business travelers, including three meeting spaces. Parking and Wi-Fi are both free. Overall, it's a great choice for its simultaneous convenience to the beach and the city center, but there are sleeker inland options. One good alternative to consider is the Alasia Hotel, which offers a lovely pool and has a quieter, boutique vibe.
The 239-room Amathus Beach Hotel Limassol overlooks the Mediterranean from two sections of private beach dotted with reed shade umbrellas and loungers. Its garden grounds are designed specifically to have enough sunbathing real estate for every guest, and it's thoughtful touches like this that help make the Amathus one of the top luxury options in Limassol (only the pricier Four Seasons Hotel can compare). Rooms are modern and stylish; many have sea views and breezy private balconies. Amenities abound: tennis courts, two outdoor pools, waterslides, and an indoor lap pool, along with a posh spa. The dining options are extensive for a hotel of this size and a free breakfast buffet is included.
The 239-room Amathus Beach Hotel Limassol overlooks the Mediterranean from two sections of private beach dotted with reed shade umbrellas and loungers. Its garden grounds are designed specifically to have enough sunbathing real estate for every guest, and it's thoughtful touches like this that help make the Amathus one of the top luxury options in Limassol (only the pricier Four Seasons Hotel can compare). Rooms are modern and stylish; many have sea views and breezy private balconies. Amenities abound: tennis courts, two outdoor pools, waterslides, and an indoor lap pool, along with a posh spa. The dining options are extensive for a hotel of this size and a free breakfast buffet is included.
The Royal Apollonia is an upscale hotel on the beach, right near prominent dining and nightlife, along with a bus stop that makes downtown Limassol easily accessible. It has great dining options with outdoor terraces and views of the sea, but not all of its rooms face the water. Rooms are attractive and modern, though standard rooms are on the small side; the Deluxe Spa Rooms with outdoor hot tubs are well worth the upgrade. The atmosphere is low-key and there's not much in the way of entertainment, making the hotel best-suited to couples seeking a quiet break. All-inclusive rates are available, but small fees for Wi-Fi and safes can stack up. The boutique Londa Hotel next door is a bit hipper and chicer, so it's worth comparing rates. Families may prefer the livelier GrandResort, which has a bigger beach (but more dated rooms).
The Royal Apollonia is an upscale hotel on the beach, right near prominent dining and nightlife, along with a bus stop that makes downtown Limassol easily accessible. It has great dining options with outdoor terraces and views of the sea, but not all of its rooms face the water. Rooms are attractive and modern, though standard rooms are on the small side; the Deluxe Spa Rooms with outdoor hot tubs are well worth the upgrade. The atmosphere is low-key and there's not much in the way of entertainment, making the hotel best-suited to couples seeking a quiet break. All-inclusive rates are available, but small fees for Wi-Fi and safes can stack up. The boutique Londa Hotel next door is a bit hipper and chicer, so it's worth comparing rates. Families may prefer the livelier GrandResort, which has a bigger beach (but more dated rooms).
Among the multiple upscale resorts that line this stretch of coastline, the 272-room, four-pearl St Raphael Resort stands out for its private marina, generous all-inclusive package that covers some premium alcohol, and especially spacious beach. It has a full spa and fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, and a wide manicured lawn that sprawls out toward the sand. In high season there are a whopping six restaurants and three bars, most with impressive views of the sea. Rooms have a little beachy charm but overall are dated and underwhelming for this price; at least many have nice sea or marina views. It's well worth comparing rates with the kid-friendly GrandResort right next door, which -- thought also dated -- gets the slight edge in terms of decor. Its beach, however, isn't quite as deep, and its full-board rates don't include booze.
Among the multiple upscale resorts that line this stretch of coastline, the 272-room, four-pearl St Raphael Resort stands out for its private marina, generous all-inclusive package that covers some premium alcohol, and especially spacious beach. It has a full spa and fitness center, indoor and outdoor pools, and a wide manicured lawn that sprawls out toward the sand. In high season there are a whopping six restaurants and three bars, most with impressive views of the sea. Rooms have a little beachy charm but overall are dated and underwhelming for this price; at least many have nice sea or marina views. It's well worth comparing rates with the kid-friendly GrandResort right next door, which -- thought also dated -- gets the slight edge in terms of decor. Its beach, however, isn't quite as deep, and its full-board rates don't include booze.
Kapetanios Odyssia is a simple, three-pearl hotel located in the heart of Limassol, a one-minute walk from the beach and a 20-minute walk to Old Town. There are 159 rooms in total, all of which have furnished balconies and mostly bland interiors. Amenities include a lovely outdoor pool with a mosaic bottom and hydromassage features (renovated in 2016) along with a kids' pool, a playground, and a simple fitness center. The hotel also has a few dining options, with half- and full-board packages available, and there's live entertainment four times a week, with traditional Cypriote dancing once a week. Overall, it's a solid mid-range choice for those wanting to be in the city center, but there are nicer beachfront options just up the coast, such as the all-inclusive St Raphael Resort.
Kapetanios Odyssia is a simple, three-pearl hotel located in the heart of Limassol, a one-minute walk from the beach and a 20-minute walk to Old Town. There are 159 rooms in total, all of which have furnished balconies and mostly bland interiors. Amenities include a lovely outdoor pool with a mosaic bottom and hydromassage features (renovated in 2016) along with a kids' pool, a playground, and a simple fitness center. The hotel also has a few dining options, with half- and full-board packages available, and there's live entertainment four times a week, with traditional Cypriote dancing once a week. Overall, it's a solid mid-range choice for those wanting to be in the city center, but there are nicer beachfront options just up the coast, such as the all-inclusive St Raphael Resort.
The Londa Hotel is a hip enclave of breezy linen and seaside romance within walking distance of dining and nightlife. The small boutique has just 68 rooms and is one of the top luxury hotels on the island. The sleek lounge bar and restaurant are popular with locals as well as business travelers and tourists. The small beach area is disappointing, but the seaside terrace and outdoor pool's daybeds might make up for it. The rooms are stylish and rich in modern amenities, but not all face the sea. This isn't an especially kid-friendly spot; families should consider the GrandResort instead.
The Londa Hotel is a hip enclave of breezy linen and seaside romance within walking distance of dining and nightlife. The small boutique has just 68 rooms and is one of the top luxury hotels on the island. The sleek lounge bar and restaurant are popular with locals as well as business travelers and tourists. The small beach area is disappointing, but the seaside terrace and outdoor pool's daybeds might make up for it. The rooms are stylish and rich in modern amenities, but not all face the sea. This isn't an especially kid-friendly spot; families should consider the GrandResort instead.
