Being the ancient capital of Cyprus, Paphos, which is located in the western part of this island, has a special charm. It is not as crowded as, for example, in the bustling Limassol. There are no traffic jams in Paphos, it is a very compact city, and you can get to any point in fifteen minutes maximum.
Today, the resort is actively developing as a tourist center. He was awarded the title of the cultural European capital of 2017, and therefore is actively preparing for the upcoming festive events.
Relaxation
Paphos hotels, as well as the resort itself, are distinguished by a certain elusive spirit of aristocracy. Even in the most unpretentious of them reigns an atmosphere of tranquility, absolute tranquility. That is why lovers of calm and green resorts, which are full of attractions, choose Paphos in Cyprus.
The city has a large number of hotels of various categories - ranging from two to five stars. All of them are of high quality services. As a rule, hotels are located on the first line, in addition, the greater the "star rating", the more likely it is that it has its own beach. However, at the same time, at three-star hotels the entrance to the sea can sometimes be even better than at the "fives".
Hotels
Paphos has both sandy and rocky beaches. The best of them is the wide and long sandy Coral Bay located in the bay. The resort hotels mainly work at breakfast, although some offer their guests two meals a day. In winter, many of them close. In those that operate in the low season, there are indoor pools.
The whole tourist life of the resort of Paphos is concentrated, as a rule, off the coast. The line of constructed hotels starts from the sandy beach of Atlantida, on which there is an excellent tavern of the same name, and stretches along the old city, going beyond its borders and ending in the picturesque Coral Bay. Although corals have never been there, there is a wonderful sandy swimming area. The Russians who come here on vacation most often stay in three-star hotels. One of the favorite places for our compatriots is Gardens Apartment Paphos.
Hotel Description
Let us dwell on the features of this cozy hotel. Those who come to Paphos Gardens Apartments will appreciate its large territory surrounded by greenery. Cases, conveniently located in the middle of a beautiful garden, retain pleasant freshness indoors even in extreme heat. There are many flowers everywhere, beautifully broken lawns, fancifully cut by walkways.
The hotel, built in 1983, was thoroughly restored a year ago. It is located a kilometer from the center of Paphos. Near it three hundred meters a sandy beach, many shops and restaurants.
The territory is a whole block. Each building has a parking lot for cars, on which no advance reservation is required. The location of the Paphos Gardens Apartments is convenient: it is built away from the road that buses and cars follow, so it is always quiet. At the entrance to the territory there is a public transport stop.
The nearest airport is only twenty kilometers away: this is another plus for those who come with young children, for whom a long transfer is somewhat burdensome.
Infrastructure
Hotel Paphos Gardens Apartments is a 3-star hotel. However, the list of services that are offered in it is quite wide. This is a small conference room that can accommodate up to two hundred people, a post office where a fax, laundry, mini-market are installed, where you can buy both food and all accessories necessary for the beach, there is a cozy lobby, dry cleaning, safe deposit boxes and a banquet room Hall.
Hotel managers will help with weddings and other special occasions.
The registration desk operates around the clock, without interruption. Here you can order a taxi, rent a car, arrange a return transfer if necessary.
Housing stock
Paphos Gardens Apartments 3 * is considered an average hotel. It has one hundred and ninety-three rooms of the category "studio", designed for three people each, as well as with one and two bedrooms. The latter are designed for six places.
The rooms are cleaned six times a week, except Sunday. A safe is available at an additional cost.
The bedrooms with bedrooms have a separate living room, a kitchen area connected to it by an arch, under which there is a bar counter.
On the floor - carpet. The rooms are equipped with a TV, including the channels "Russia 24" and "RTR-Planet", direct dial telephone. The furniture is new and comfortable. The kitchenette includes kitchenware, a microwave, fridge and coffee maker.
In front of the rooms, the climate in which the manual split systems work, there is a balcony or terrace with plastic chairs.
Paphos Gardens Apartments (Apts) has several wheelchair accessible rooms. There are also separate non-smoking apartments. Pets are not allowed.
The combined bathrooms have a bathtub, a hairdryer, and all hygiene items are updated daily.
Nutrition
The hotel has three concepts: breakfast only, half board and all inclusive - and is served as a buffet in the main restaurant. In addition, there is a tavern and three bars on the territory, including the pool.
Those who choose the breakfast-only concept at Gardens Apartment Paphos can have lunch and dinner with prior reservation at Oasis Restaurant.
The menu is varied: chicken, fish in unlimited quantities, grilled pork, various salads, including traditional Greek. A lot of pastries are served, including several types of delicious pastries, fruits - grapes, chopped melon, apples and oranges.
For children
Hotel Gardens Apartment Paphos tour operators are positioned as convenient for families. And this is indeed so, since, in addition to being located some distance from the noise of a busy resort town, the administration made sure that the little guests had something to do. For them, animation is provided, there is a playground, a mini-club is functioning.
For the convenience and safety of swimming in the outdoor pool there is a "paddling pool". In addition, there is an indispensable paid service for parents - “babysitting upon request”.
Beach
From Gardens Apartment Paphos to the sea - three hundred meters. The nearest municipal beach at Alexander The Great is free. Sunbeds and umbrellas are available for a fee. The coating is sandy. The entrance to the sea is quite convenient, the presence of special rubber shoes is not required. You can also walk along the promenade along the sea and find another beach.
Additional Information
Gardens Apartment Paphos has three pools: an outdoor, an indoor, heated, and a children's pool. Around there are sun loungers and umbrellas, a bar is also functioning there.
In the evenings, live music is played in the tavern. Daytime animation is intended for children, and for adults, show programs and entertainment events are organized, there is also karaoke. Those who combine relaxation with sightseeing will be interested to see the Monastery of St. Barbarians and the Church of St. George.
Leisure
On the territory of Gardens Apartment Paphos, reviews of which indicate that our compatriots liked it here, you can play tennis (rent a court for an additional fee), ping pong, visit the sauna and fitness center, relax in the jacuzzi or in the steam room. Those who wish can go on a safari tour, as well as play volleyball on the beach.
For those who monitor their health on vacation, they are offered a gym, spa, massage room. There are a lot of water activities on the beach, including riding a scooter or catamaran. The newlyweds are given a special “compliment” from Paphos Gardens Apartments (Apts).
Reviews
Many Russians coming to this hotel were generally satisfied with their stay. Room and board at Gardens Apartment Paphos for a solid four. Many good words have been said about the hotel territory, literally immersed in greenery, as well as about a convenient location.
Some tourists were unhappy that the rooms were cleaned during the day, as well as the fact that on Sundays they did not clean at all. Nevertheless, the vast majority of Russians intend to return here again.