Ayia Napa is one of the most popular resorts on the picturesque Mediterranean island of Cyprus, particularly popular with the 18-30 year olds who are looking for a fun packed holiday with great clubbing experiences.

Ayia Napa, although renowned for it’s club scene, is also a great resort for family holidays, with a beautiful beach and lots of child friendly areas.

For more information why not take a look at this interesting and informative destination guide to Ayia Napa which will give you an insight into this perfect holiday destination.

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The Columbia Beach Resort consists of 94 suites and is situated on Pissouri Bay, between the main resorts of Limassol and Paphos. Pissouri Bay is a ‘Blue Flag’ beach and has two championship golf courses within easy reach.

Columbia Beach Resort

Accommodation

The Junior suites have a large bathroom with a king size bath and separate shower, individually controlled heating/air conditioning, ceiling fan, satellite TV, radio, mini bar, direct dial telephone, WiFi internet access, sitting area with settee and easy chairs (some settees convert to double beds), limited self-catering facilities and a large balcony or terrace (most with side sea or pool view). Some are interconnecting.

The one bedroom suites have the same facilities as the Junior suites but with a separate sitting room with a sofa bed.

Columbia Beach Resort

The two bedroom family suites have panoramic views of Pissouri Bay, with the same facilities as the one bedroom suites plus a very large bathroom, separate second bedroom with its own bathroom with shower and a lavishly furnished sitting room.

Executive junior suites with side sea view and purposely designed disabled persons junior suites with easy accessibility and all the necessary facilities for disabled guests are also available.

Dining

The resort has a fine dining restaurant and a Cypriot taverna. Snacks are served at the Ouzeri pool bar and the beach bar.

A selection of restaurants including the Old Customs House, a cosy romantic bar and coffee house situated on the beach serving refreshing salads and light snacks, the Cape Aspro Restaurant, one of the most panoramic restaurants in Cyprus, built on the cliff overlooking the beautiful Pissouri Bay, serving a selection of imaginative snacks, a la carte gourmet meals, fresh fish and afternoon tea. In the evening the restaurant features selected theme nights including Mediterranean, Italian, Cypriot, BBQ and International, as well as an international a la carte menu featuring classic dishes from around the world. The Atrium indoor restaurant serves breakfast and light snacks during the day.

Amenities

Cocktail bar, Poolside bar (weather permitting), Pub bar, Beach bar, Restaurants, Lounge, Souvenir shop, Hair salon, Room service, Laundry & ironing service, Conference centre.

Columbia Beach Resort

Leisure Activities

Large freshwater outdoor swimming pool, Indoor heated pool (winter only), Hot & cold plunge pools, Aerobics and yoga studio, Daily activities programme, Sauna, Steam bath, Jacuzzi, Massage, Floodlit tennis court, Two squash courts, Columbia Spa, Wide range of watersports, Fully equipped gym.

For Children

Children’s pool, Children’s playground, Babysitting (on request), Kids’ Club for 3-12 year olds during July, August, Christmas and Easter holidays.

Entertainment

A varied entertainment programme including live music.

The following review has been supplied to us by our reader Mrs Emma Pattison.

“Simply the best is how i would describe this hotel. We love Cyprus and had spent many happy holidays there so we decided to spend our honeymoon there. We had read lots of good reports about the Columbia so decided to give it a go. We couldn’t of made a better choice, from our room with a fantastic view right through to the fantastic food, staff and amenities, we were totally thrilled with our choice. The Spa and infinity pool were particular favourites of ours. Didn’t know we could have got married here but perhaps i will be able to persuade hubby to renew our vows here on our 1st anniversary (I don’t think he will need much persuading as he loved it as much as i did)! Will definately be returning at some point and highly recommend to anyone looking for that extra special holiday.”

Cyprus is a haven for trekkers all year round. It has everything from hillside paths to coastal paths and easy walks to more strenuous walks.

Troodos Mountains

The most popular trekking areas are Troodos, Akamas Peinsular, Cape Grecco and Paphos.

The best time to go trekking in Cyprus is in the spring when the natural habitat is in full bloom.

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The Troodos Mountains offer dirt tracks which weave through beautiful pine forests. On a trek through this area you will see old quaint villages, old mines, waterfalls and wonderful views over Cyprus.
There are four main trails in the Troodos area, Atalante which goes around

Caledonian Waterfalls

 Mount Olympus, Persephone which takes you to a point with magnificent views, Kalidonia which leads to the Caledonian Waterfalls and Artemis which goes around the Chionistra peak. One of the harder treks of the Troodos is the trek to Phini (famous for it’s pottery) which takes in the historic Trooditissa Monastery.

Akamas Coastline

Not quite as high as the Troodos Mountains are the the hills of the Akamas Peninsula in the southwest of Cyprus. Treks in this area  take you along the rocky shoreline near Paphos and through forests and coves and to the Baths of Aphrodite.

This review has been supplied to us by our reader John White

“As funds were a bit short last year we booked this hotel for our cheap summer holidays. We weren’t expecting the ritz but were pleasantly suprised by the hotel. The hotel was right on the beach which made it easy as we have 2 children who would have spent all day, every day there, it was that good and of course the beach bar kept me happy! However we did manage to drag them away as there were plenty of places to visit in the Paphos area and after all it was our holiday as well!
Our family room was large and clean and the hotel staff, who all seemed to be multi-lingal, were really helpful, not only with hotel questions but also with help on where to visit etc.
Our holiday was for bed and breakfast, breakfast wasn’t too good (passable) but we didn’t eat in the hotel restaurant as we went out in the evenings to one of the many local restaurants, so i can’t really comment on what the food was like for main meals.
Certainly be going to this hotel again and would reccommend it to others, especially those with kids.”

Cynthia Beach Hotel

Cynthiana Beach Hotel

The Cynthiana is situated in an exotic environment, right on the beach. The hotel is within easy reach of Kato Paphos, with it’s picturesque harbour, medieval fort and fascinating archeological sites.

Accommodation
All 230 rooms have private facilities, hairdryer, air conditioning, satellite tv, radio, direct dial telephone and a balcony.  

Cynthia Beach Hotel Pool

Facilities
2 restaurants, 3 bars, snack bar, 3 swimming pools (2 outdoor freshwater, 1 indoor freshwater heated), 2 outdoor freshwater paddling pools for children, souvenir shop, internet access, 24 hour front desk with currency exchange, doctor on call 24 hrs, baby sitting service available on request, safety deposit boxes.

Activities
Volleyball, table tennis, floodlit tennis court, gym, sauna, aqua aerobics, scuba diving.