Paphos is fully consistent with its name. In this elite resort of Cyprus, for the most part, wealthy people relax. Indeed, Paphos is positioned by tour operators as a place that offers first of all luxury hotels and restaurants. The resort has a lot of cozy bays and excellent beaches, nightclubs, in a word, all the components of a "beautiful lifestyle."
Pathos
Located on the southwestern coast of Cyprus, this beautiful port city has a long history. In the Roman era, it was the capital of this island nation and its main port.
Paphos is added to the city by the myth that it was here that the goddess Aphrodite appeared from the foam of the sea . This amazing place is located twenty minutes from Limassol. According to legend, real miracles happen to everyone who bathed at the rock of Petra tou Romiu: a woman returns her youth and beauty, a man - courage and strength. And lovers bathed together will never part!
Paphos Hotels
Trips to this amazing city are gradually becoming more popular among Russian tourists. In Paphos, a huge number of hotels of all categories have been built - from two to five stars. They are usually located on the first coastline, and the higher the category, the greater the likelihood that the hotel has its own beach.
The best in the city is considered a wide and extended coastal zone located in the coral bay. Although the beaches in Paphos are free, you still have to pay for renting trestle beds and umbrellas.
Hotels work mainly at breakfasts, although some five-star hotels offer all types of food. This is usually a buffet. Almost all hotels in the city have Russian-speaking staff. In winter, the vast majority of Paphos hotels close. Those that work have indoor pools.
Club St. George 5
Located in the heart of Paphos, the “town in town” is a snow-white hotel complex with arched portals, terraces and balconies looking into the sea. It is located five minutes from the resort center. The famous Faros Beach is a quarter hour drive away.
At Club St. George stars 5, although he is relatively young. It was built in 2013. The hotel is near famous local attractions such as Paphos Lighthouse and Tombs of the Kings Necropolis. Nearby there is a beautiful park and archaeological museum.
Location
This hotel is now offered by many operators, specializing in Cyprus. A wonderful location, combined with a high level of service and a well-presented infrastructure makes tourists choose their vacation here.
Built by Club St. George 5 on the mountain, from where all the surrounding beauty is perfectly visible. Some remoteness of the hotel from the beach and the bustling center of Paphos has its own big advantages: it is peace and quiet not only in the apartments, but also on the territory.
Prices
Tour package price in Club St. George Others 5 * can change significantly even in a very short time. It depends not only on the charter flight in a given period, but also on the local occupancy of the hotel complex under consideration. The pricing policy is also determined by the comfort of the apartments and the seasonal trend. Staying at a hotel, for example, during the high season or pre-booking apartments (for a month or two) makes it possible to significantly save.
Double room at Club St. George 5 * (Cyprus) with the all-inclusive concept and departure from Moscow can cost the traveler about forty-five thousand rubles, while for luxury rooms in a two-bedroom villa, you will have to pay thirty percent more.
Check-in
The official check-in time at the hotel is the hour of the day. However, the administration does not create barriers to entry at any other time. The registration desk is open around the clock, so check-in takes place promptly and without delay.
According to the rules in force at Club St. George 5 * (Cyprus), you need to leave a deposit. This can be done in cash or by credit card. For settlement, you must submit any identification document. Self-registration is not required for minors.
Infrastructure
Territory Club St. George Paphos 5 * is quite large and well-maintained. It is always cleanly cleaned. There are places where you can walk, sit in the shade and enjoy the sea.
The infrastructure of this five-star complex is fully consistent with the declared category. The main building has a lobby, a hairdresser, a small conference room, ATMs, kiosks, a concierge, a safe, a left-luggage office and an exchange office. A personal translator is also provided.
At the round-the-clock registration desk you can order a taxi and arrange a transfer to the airport, here guests will also receive a full range of services provided at the hotel upon arrival, use a photocopier or fax machine. Those who wish to travel independently on the island are offered to rent a vehicle, including a bicycle.
Hotel Club St. George 5 * (Cyprus) provides its guests with the opportunity to organize various celebrations on the territory of the complex. The list of services offered includes not only professional banquet serving and guest services, but also entertainment shows, including the invitation of musicians. Many famous businessmen and representatives of the show world held wedding celebrations here.
The main building also has a tour desk. If you wish, you can use the services of a Russian-speaking guide to explore the numerous attractions of this wonderful island.
A large plasma TV and free Wi-Fi are available in the lobby. Those who for some reason have not yet been settled, it will be interesting to spend time waiting for the keys to your room.
The hotel has convenient parking for cars and large sightseeing shuttles. No parking space required.
Housing stock
Hotel Club St. George 5 * includes 51 villas in 1, 2 and 3 floors. The last two types have elevators. Villas, built in a Mediterranean architectural style, are located on the territory butt to each other, in front of some of them there are swimming pools. Almost every apartment in this larger cottage complex is a full-fledged apartment with the appropriate furnishings.
Both apartments, and studios, and villas with one or two bedrooms are furnished with the most modern furniture. They include a separate dining area or a spacious living room. In total, the hotel has four hundred and four comfortable rooms, which can simultaneously accommodate from two to eight people.
In each of them, in addition to single or double beds, there is a folding sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a kitchen corner with a set for making coffee or tea, dishes. Superior apartments have a stove or hob, washing machine. The rooms are equipped with nightstands, wardrobes, work desks, and some have dining tables and chairs.
Of the equipment, guests are offered a CD or DVD player, satellite TV, Wi-Fi, individually controlled air conditioning, microwave, refrigerator, radio, safe.
The windows in all rooms open. In front of the villas there are terraces and patios. The rooms are decorated in soothing colors and are fully consistent with the stardom of the hotel.
Especially popular with customers are honeymoon apartments, where fruit is provided daily to the newlyweds, and wine and flowers are provided upon arrival.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms at Club St. George 5 * (Paphos) combined. They have a bathtub and shower, and bidets are also available in superior rooms.
A hair dryer, slippers, snow-white bathrobes, as well as all necessary accessories for personal hygiene at the hotel are free. Soaps, shampoos, etc. are updated daily.
The bathrooms are equipped with modern plumbing in light colors, on the floor - non-slip Italian tiles.
Nutrition
Like many five star hotels on this island, Club St. George 5 *, which visitors leave positive reviews, offers its guests the concept of food in the types of "continental breakfast", "half board" and "all inclusive". Buffets are real works of art. They exhibit a variety of dishes, not only Greek but also international cuisine. In the main Polixeni restaurant, everything has been done so that tourists with great appetite relish the dishes offered to them.
The all-inclusive meal concept also offers hot and light snacks, ice cream and local drinks. At the guests' service there is another Kalliroi restaurant, which works by reservation. Tables can be reserved in advance at the receptionist.
In addition, the Chara Bar is open on site until 1am. There is also a picnic area with barbecue, tables and chairs.
Entertainment
Hotel Club St. George 5 * (Cyprus) offers its guests a fairly wide range of entertainment programs. In the main building there is a video showroom, there is a good library, a relaxation room where you can chat with other vacationers over a cup of coffee or another drink. In the evenings, a disco is organized on site. Club St. George 5 (reviews of animation here, by the way, are literally the opposite) is positioned as a hotel that is chosen by tourists who want to relax in peace and quiet. Perhaps this is precisely the reason why opinions differ. Those who really prefer a relaxed atmosphere, remain dissatisfied with the presence of the organizers of active fun, while youth animation is clearly not enough. Well, taste and color ...
Beach
Shuttle bus departs from the hotel once a day, transporting vacationers to one of the nearest beaches free of charge. Do you want to use a similar service? No question, you just need to pre-register at the reception. The hotel does not have its own beach, so tourists are invited to choose one of the many beautiful coastal areas. Umbrellas and sunbeds are available at an additional cost.
The entrance to the sea is mostly convenient, although some beaches have fossils. The water is clean, without sea urchins or jellyfish. The sea in this part of the Cyprus Mediterranean Sea is not always calm: sometimes low waves rise, which gives great pleasure to those who like to surf. Rescuers are on duty around the clock on the beaches.
Leisure
Those who strive to always keep themselves fit can visit the aerobics room or exercise on the simulators. In addition, the complex has several saunas, there is also a jacuzzi. Many liked the fitness center, equipped with everything necessary.
Those who wish can do water aerobics in the morning or take a hydromassage.
Paid services
At Club St. George 5 * for the use of SPA and beauty salon you need to pay extra. The cost of a tour package also does not include car rental, body treatments, visits to the massage room.
Pools
The complex has everything you need for a carefree vacation. Ten outdoor and one cold-water heated indoor pools compensate for the remoteness of the St. George from the sea coast.
Those who do not want to go to the beach can spend at least the same time on the sun terrace. There is also a bar.
For children
The hotel offers its little guests an excellent playground. There is also a mini club for children, as well as the opportunity to get a highchair and a special menu in the restaurant. If parents need to do something important, then they can use a service such as “babysitting on demand”. Among the hotel workers there are Russian-speaking girls who will be happy to occupy children while adults are absent.
Impressions of vacationers
Those who are fortunate enough to go to Cyprus and stay at this hotel share their impressions of their stay at Club St. George Others 5 *. Reviews of such people help other tourists to navigate the choice of hotel.
According to many, the hotel complex is a great place to spend a relaxing vacation. Young people consider the hotel a little boring, because noisy animation and extreme water activities on the beach are not offered.
The food, according to many guests, is delicious. Especially a lot of positive reviews about the rooms - large and comfortable. The staff is always friendly, many speak Russian.
In general, opinions about the rest at this hotel cannot be called unambiguous, although there are kind words to Club St. George 5 * (Cyprus, Paphos) is much more.