Paphos, CyprusKato Paphos
Almyra Hotel
Minimalist coastal resort
Kato Paphos Paphos, Cyprus
Renovated
2020
Price
$$$
Rated for
Design Wellness ResortOutside the door
Minimalist coastal resort
Low-slung white architecture and seafront lawns bring sharp design-hotel cool to relaxed family holidays on the Mediterranean.
What it’s good at
Notable
Shaded black-slate pools, seafront lawns, and family childcare across eight coastal acres.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
The look leans heavily on dazzling whites and a soft sky blue… the interiors are all clean lines and chic minimal furniture.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The seafront promenade runs right outside, leading on foot to the historic harbour and ancient Roman mosaics.
The rooms
Floor-to-ceiling windows look out toward the gardens or sea, and the bathrooms are fitted in Carrara marble.
The pools
Bring a swimsuit.
Five freshwater pools sit among palms and olive trees, including an outdoor infinity pool stretching toward the horizon.
The spa and gym
Ocean-facing treatment rooms open onto private terraces, and the fitness room looks straight out across the water.
Mosaics Restaurant
Tables sit under olive trees on the terrace, where evening menus feature grilled prime cuts and local seafood.
The vast open-plan reception area may feel masculine and moody, with its huge central chandelier and bold artworks, but you’ll wonder if you’re in another hotel altogether once you make it beachside.
At the table
Ouzeri serves traditional meze along the coastal promenade, and Helios Lounge pours evening cocktails overlooking the water.
How it began
The Michaelides family opened Paphos's first seaside hotel here in 1972, later renaming it for the salty taste of the sea.
Paphos
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Our shorthand
How we rate hotels.
The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.