Holidays in Cyprus - the third largest island in the Mediterranean - are now popular among Russians. Even in the winter months, when the temperature here does not drop below fifteen degrees, many tourists come here. This is surprising, but on this hot island in January you can ... ski at an altitude of two thousand meters. After all, just an hour's drive from Nicosia is Troodos - a nature reserve completely planted with cool cedar forests.
Many beaches in Cyprus have been awarded the Blue Flag by the European Union for infrastructure and environmental cleanliness. The best places for sea vacations, according to experts, are Ayia Napa and Protaras, although almost all resorts on this island are great for families.
Hotels
In Cyprus, there are a lot of places where tourists can stay - for every budget and taste. For example, in Protaras - a tourist area located in the southeast of the island, which, according to many Russians, is a real idyllic resort, it is possible to choose a carefree pastime in one of the chic hotels or one of the economical three-star hotels that have a quiet vacation.
There are golden sandy beaches, shaded by cozy cliffs, tiny bays, the sea in the glitter of the morning sun, which slowly rises above the horizon, as if floating out of crystal clear water ... And among the poetic landscapes there are numerous hotels offering tourists a vacation for every taste. It is here that the Vangelis Hotel Apartments Apts is located, reviews of which are mostly positive.
general information
The hotel, located in the resort of Protaras, on the shores of Fig Tree Bay , near the Kavo Greko Forest Park, is often chosen by Russians for their holidays. The distance from it to the international airport is fifty-five kilometers. The center of Protaras is only ten kilometers away. For convenience, a free shuttle departs daily from the hotel.
The 4-star Vangelis Hotel Apartments is located near the village of Paralimni, which retains the charm of a typical local lifestyle, there are many taverns and restaurants. Here, tourists are offered folklore shows, as well as dishes from incredibly delicious Cypriot cuisine.
Prices
The exact cost of staying at the hotel depends on the period of stay. On average, in the high season, Russians will have to pay between five and a half thousand rubles per night for apartments. The price of a ticket as a whole is influenced by several factors at once, including the time of booking, the availability of a charter flight and the degree of occupancy of the hotel.
Prices for tickets purchased in travel agencies in advance, significantly differ from those that tourists purchase immediately before the holidays.
Infrastructure
Vangelis Hotel Apartments (Cyprus), although a small but equipped area. Lawns, paths, signs with signs, many flowers and fruit trees - all this makes for a comfortable stay in this apart-hotel.
The infrastructure includes a guarded parking lot. It is not required to reserve it in advance. On the ground floor of the main building there are ATMs, a currency exchange office, and a laundry service. Internet access is free in all public areas.
At the registration desk, guests are served around the clock, so those who arrive earlier than the specified time do not have to wait long. Here you can rent a car or bike, which is important for those who prefer to explore the surroundings on their own. And for those who rely on the knowledge of a guide, a tour desk is useful. The hotel has no meeting rooms or meeting rooms. This is a place where people come to rest, including from work.
Housing stock
Vangelis Hotel Apartments 4 * (Cyprus) offers its customers 166 spacious and comfortable rooms. Each with a balcony overlooking the sea or garden on site.
The apartments, which are suitable for living with small children, are divided into a sleeping area, a living room and a dining part. Each of them has a manually controlled air conditioning, a safe and a TV with the ability to watch cable channels, a refrigerator, and a microwave. Upon request, a cot and an extra bed can be provided. The kitchenette is fully equipped. There is also a toaster and stovetop.
The rooms are decorated in soothing colors. Bedspreads and curtains are selected to match the repair. On the floor - carpet. The furniture installed in the apartment is wooden. On the windows blinds. The balconies in front of the rooms are furnished with
plastic chairs and tables.
Bathrooms
Bathrooms are faced with non-slip ceramic tiles. There is a shower, hairdryer. All hygiene items are updated daily. Maids change towels with the same frequency.
Nutrition
Vangelis Hotel Apartments offers its guests two types of service: half board and all inclusive. The main restaurant is located in a separate building, located in the center of this aparthotel. Upon arrival, guests are given a meal schedule.
In general, according to many Russians, in Cyprus they cook very tasty. And Vangelis Hotel Apartments is no exception. Meals are offered as a buffet.
For breakfast, cereals, eggs cooked in all versions, yogurt, fried bacon, cheese, sausages, croissants, ham, jam, canned fruits and delicious buns, which are prepared right in the restaurant’s kitchen, are served.
Those tourists who choose the type of food "half board" come to the restaurant for dinner. And in the afternoon they can buy something to eat in the excellent Lidl supermarket located on the next street, and also visit one of the nearby cafes or taverns.
For children
Those who come to Vangelis Hotel Apartments 4 * with small children can not worry at all how their children will feel here. The hotel provides an additional friendly service - a real find for parents who want to go somewhere without children. Professionals with teacher education take control of children.
Small guests feel calm here, as the atmosphere in the apartment resembles the home. They also have a private pool and a playground.
Beach
Judging by the reviews of the Russians, the coast has left many with exceptionally positive memories. The beach, a hundred and fifty meters distant from Vangelis Hotel Apartments, is very clean and well equipped. It is also valued for its velvety sand, which is not so fine that a suspension appears in the water.
The sea in Fig Bay is clear and almost transparent. And thanks to the gentle entrance, the beach is perfect for children.
Entertainment
Many tourists cannot imagine their vacation without playing sports and everything connected with an active lifestyle. At Vangelis Hotel Apartments, you are not bored. There is a net for beach volleyball, tables for tennis and darts. Many people prefer to spend time by the pool. There is a bar in which those who relax on the all-inclusive concept do not need to pay for snacks and local drinks.
In one of the buildings there is a gym equipped with the necessary equipment, there is a jacuzzi and a sauna, a small indoor pool and a massage parlor. In the mornings by the pool you can do water aerobics. At Vangelis Hotel Apartments, guests are never bored. There is great animation here, including for children.
Impressions
Vangelis Hotel Apartments, reviews of Russians about their stay in which very much help all those who are just going to book rooms in it, is considered a hotel with very affordable prices, which is relevant for many today. At the same time, low cost does not affect the quality of the services offered. The hotel is really good. Of course, there is no luxury and chic five-star hotels, but it offers everything you need for a normal vacation.
According to the reviews of many Russians, the food in the hotel is a solid “four”. The apartments were awarded the same rating.
Some even claim that the hotel could be assigned all five stars. At the same time, there are reviews in which vacationers express dissatisfaction with the work of the staff, in particular the girls working at the reception desk who do not speak Russian. In addition, there are comments about the work of the maids, who do not always clean in good faith and bring not very well-washed towels.
Local cuisine in tourist reviews has a special place. Drinks and dishes are offered in large quantities and of high quality. Especially liked the guests of Moussaka and Kleftiko, as well as the fact that the menu always has three or four varieties of meat and a lot of fruits, including watermelons.
Many tourists are happy with excursions, especially donkey safaris and a barbecue lunch on a real Greek farm. In general, there are a lot of positive reviews about staying at Vangelis Hotel Apartments, although there are certainly some drawbacks.