Almyra Hotel, Paphos: sun, sea and style at the luxury resort that is redefining the Cyprus experience
Sometimes, the trick to a perfect holiday is minimising the time between closing your front door and hitting the pool.
On a British Airways Holidays break to Paphos, you can touch down by the Med in just four and half hours and check into your hotel room 20 minutes later, rested, relaxed and primed to dive onto a sun lounger in the warm Mediterranean sunshine.
If you’ve only seen Cyprus through the prism of boisterous Ayia Napa, prepare for a more sophisticated vacation at the Almyra Hotel.
The western tip of the island has taken the beach holiday upmarket, with elegant accommodation, chic fine-dining and five-star pampering, backed up by easy access to unspoiled countryside, ancient history and genuine Cypriot hospitality.
Get to know Cyprus’s chic side
At the Almyra, perched on the seafront in the heart of downtown Paphos, design takes centre stage. Interiors gleam, shared spaces sparkle and infinity pools melt seamlessly into the balmy waters of the Med. Best of all, you’ll be walking distance from the richly layered history that puts Paphos on the holiday map.
Almyra Hotel, Cyprus
For a truly relaxing break by the Med, you need the bare minimum of distractions. At the Almyra, the aesthetic is artful simplicity – rooms and suites mix subtle, stylish textiles with expanses of gleaming white.
Straight lines and restrained colours mirror the design palate of the blue sea that runs uninterrupted to the coast of North Africa.
Benefits of booking with British Airways Holidays
- Book now, pay later with deposits from £60 per person, and pay off the balance in as many instalments as you like. Balance is due four weeks before travel for short-haul trips*
- A dedicated 24-hour, seven-days-a-week holiday helpline for any issues while you’re away
- ATOL protection for all holidays – meaning your money is safe and you can rest assured you won’t be stranded abroad
There’s an emphasis on outdoor spaces – terraces and balconies gaze out over green gardens or the sea, and some grab a view of Paphos’s historic harbour and its chunky, 13th-century castle.
The best rooms come with dreamy rooftop sundecks, perfect for sitting out and enjoying the balmy evening breezes wafting in from the Med.
Better sunshine breaks, by design
Families and couples get to live their best holiday lives thanks to intelligent zoning, which divides family spaces from quieter areas for couples.
If you do come with tiny travellers in tow, you’ll be well catered for – there’s an active kids’ club for kids up to 12 years, and a dedicated baby concierge, on hand to deliver pushchairs, sterilisers and baby products so new parents can holiday with the minimum of fuss.
Come mealtimes, you’ll be spoiled for choice. Take your pick from Japanese fusion flavours at Notios, breakfasts, buffets and seafood platters at Mosaics, healthy shakes and light bites at Eauzone and authentic Cypriot cooking at Ouzeri, then cap off the evening with creative cocktails by the firepit or the pool.
Guests on full- and half-board packages also have access to the restaurants at sister resort Annabelle, and the facilities of the Antasia Beach Club, a restaurant, bar and day resort facing one of Paphos’s finest strips of sand.
See Cyprus beyond the beaches
The harbour front location puts you in pole position for exploring the historic heart of Paphos. A few minutes’ walk will take you past the harbour and castle to the ruins of ancient Paphos, one of the most remarkable Greco-Roman sites in the Med – its vivid mosaics are a who’s who of characters from ancient Greek myths and legends.
More reasons to choose a holiday from British Airways Holidays
There are all kinds of advantages to booking
- A generous baggage allowance of 23kg per person is included as standard – so there are no extra costs to add on
- Quality accommodation options to suit every budget, from 3* to 5*, there’s something for everyone
- Extensive flights from the British Airways network: so you’ll be able to find a flight that suits your schedule
- British Airways flies to centrally located airports so you can be sure of good transport links to your final destination
- Upgrade to British Airways Club Europe – to experience an extra level of service and style, you can upgrade your travel plans to fly British Airways Club Europe. You’ll enjoy dedicated check-in desks^ and priority booking, a larger baggage allowance, access to private lounges^, and complimentary food and drink options onboard
Nearby are the evocative Tombs of the Kings, built for ancient aristocrats, nobles and civic officials when Paphos was one of the most important cities in the Mediterranean. Don’t miss the intriguing ruins surrounding the Agia Kyriaki Chrysopolitissa church, where the Apostle Paul was reputedly tormented by Roman soldiers before converting the governor of Cyprus to Christianity.
For a taste of what Paphos was like before the beach clubs, head up to historic Ktima on the hillside. Winding lanes lined with shuttered houses hide intriguing museums, patisseries piled high with tasty treats and respected tavernas such as Kiniras, serving recipes handed down through the generations.
All holidays with British Airways Holidays are ATOL protected and come with a 24-hour holiday helpline. Secure your 2024 Cyprus holiday to the Almyra Hotel now with a low deposit*