Ayia Napa

Travel Guide

Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa
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Join the party at one of the largest resorts in Cyprus, where the fun happens from dawn until dusk. Doze during the day on pretty beaches or get out into nature.

Ayia Napa is one of the most famous vacation destinations in Cyprus. It is a buzzing, lively place where the sun shines throughout the year and people arrive to relax, play on the beach and dance all night. Join the fun in the sun at this thriving resort.

The resort’s reputation for frivolity is well known. While youthful groups have made up the bulk of Ayia Napa’s clientele for years, today it attracts families and couples with more upscale and quiet developments away from the raucous town center. Discover developments of villas and hotels which have their own beaches.

The town of Ayia Napa has multiple beaches. Join sunbathers on the central Nissi Beach, with its twin bays and plethora of facilities. Head to the beautiful beaches of Makronissos and Landa Beach. Choose from a huge variety of watersports, from banana boating to windsurfing and scuba diving.

The town center is the heart of Ayia Napa’s activities and bars. Enjoy long evenings sipping cocktails and dancing to top DJs in nightclubs or join a bar crawl or foam party. During the day ride a slingshot, dare to try bungee jumping or show off your skills on a bucking bronco.

Visit the 15th-century Ayia Napa Monastery or head to Cactus Park, a sculpture park, for some culture. Experience traditional music and dance at one of the regular festivals held in the town.

Just outside of Ayia Napa is Cape Greco, a delightful national forest park. Spend days hiking, walking or cycling the paths and stopping for a refreshing swim in the waters of Konnos Bay beach.

Travel on one of the dozens of airlines that fly to the Cyprus Larnaca Airport, with extra flights throughout the summer months. From the airport, ride to the resort in about 45 minutes by taxi or shuttle.

Where to stay in Ayia Napa

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Ayia Napa City Center

The beaches and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Ayia Napa City Center. A stop by Grecian Bay Beach or THALASSA Municipal Museum might round out your trip.

Ayia Napa City Center
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Nissi

When in Nissi, you can plan a visit to Nissi Beach and Landa Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nissi
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Vathia Gonia

While visiting Vathia Gonia, you might make a stop by sights like Vathia Gonia Beach and Museum of Underwater Sculpture Ayia Napa.

Vathia Gonia
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Makronissos

If you're spending some time in Makronissos, Landa Beach and Makronissos Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Makronissos
Nelia Gardens
Nelia Gardens
3 out of 5
6 Octovriou 1st Street, Ayia Napa
The price is S$64 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
S$64
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Grecian Bay Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 22 Dec,2024

Nelia Gardens
Chrysomare Beach Hotel and Resort
Chrysomare Beach Hotel and Resort
5 out of 5
Nissi Avenue, Ayia Napa
The price is S$313 per night from 11 Feb to 12 Feb
S$313
includes taxes & fees
11 Feb - 12 Feb
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
Great location for relaxation
"The hotel and facilities are lovely, walls a bit thin between the rooms so noise travels and our neighbours were quite noisy. The pool and gym facilities were great, we got a yoga class on the first day too which wasn’t advertised anywhere but was a really nice bonus. The food is varied and had lots ..."

Reviewed on 4 Feb,2025

Chrysomare Beach Hotel and Resort
Grecian Bay Hotel
Grecian Bay Hotel
5 out of 5
Kryo Nero Avenue 32, Ayia Napa
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (408 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"

Reviewed on 13 Jan,2025

Grecian Bay Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Aktea Beach Village
Aktea Beach Village
4 out of 5
Neophytou Poullou 10, Ayia Napa
Stay at this 4-star beach aparthotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Makronissos Beach are ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (131 reviews)
Amazing Family Friendly Resort Near Nissi Beach
"Nice resort. Perfect place to stay if you have kids. Family oriented with the activities they provide. Also has a kids pool and playground on the premises Also provides night time entertainment for the whole family. The location is great as it’s near Nissi Beach and the Underwater Museum Resort also ..."

Reviewed on 15 Oct,2024

Aktea Beach Village
River View Boutique
River View Boutique
3 out of 5
Misiaouli and Kavazoglou, Ayia Napa
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (34 reviews)
"I locked myself out at 2am and the staff drove 1hour to let me back in can’t thank them enough"

Reviewed on 31 Mar,2024

River View Boutique
A. Maos Hotel Apartments
A. Maos Hotel Apartments
3 out of 5
30 Demokratias Str., Ayia Napa
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Ayia Napa ...
7.6/10 Good! (133 reviews)
"Really nice staff. Friendly and helpful. Lovely big bed, nice balcony. Pillows weren’t great. But an area that was far enough away from the strip that it was quiet. Very good value for money"

Reviewed on 14 Oct,2024

A. Maos Hotel Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ayia Napa

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
42
5 - Excellent 49%
4 - Good
30
4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
8
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
4
2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
1
1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Keep running you are one of the best I’ve been around in Cyprous over the last 16 years

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night -holidaying other end of the island - very quiet,most of the party bars for the summer season were closed.We knew this before we went,just wanted to revisit this area. Still enough restaurants near harbour open Queen Vic pub a bonus

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Best place in Cyprus

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Ayia napa has amazing beaches , the do get very crowded though , best to have a car to move around , my favourite quite beach is called Sirena. It’s about 15mins drive from ayia napa towards protaras

5/5 - Excellent

Neil

Lots of great beaches and restaurants. Easy to find high quality local food and wine. Perfect for most types of travellers. Those wanting a quieter holiday can easily avoid the strip of bars / clubs. Younger crowd are best to go for Nissi beach area.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nissi bay , great beach , crystal clear water, entertainment, bars and restaurants. it’s a must.