Poseidonos Avenue 48, Paphos, Cyprus | (888) 710-7049
Private beach with adjacent footpath into Paphos
Convenient location within five minutes of shops, bars, and restaurants
Outdoor pool has pool bar, spacious deck, and separate children's pool
On-site restaurant and lounge bar, plus a beachfront bar and cafe
Free introductory scuba lessons in the swimming pool
Underground gym with adjacent sauna
On-site tennis court and bike rental
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Free parking, as well as transfers to and from Paphos International Airport
Conference center and meeting rooms
No programmed children's activities
No spa services
Tea and coffee not replenished in rooms
The 95-room Amphora Hotel & Suites is an upscale property that emphasizes minimalist style. Situated on a private beach, the resort is surrounded by expansive green lawns and gorgeous sea views. The guest rooms and common areas are spare but not plain, although some travelers might find them too coolly clinical. Facilities include an outdoor pool, a gym and sauna, and tennis court, but the beach is the primary draw here. The main restaurant serves local specialties, while a beachfront bar and cafe is open seasonally. There are a kids' pool and some playground equipment, but no organized activities for children. Travelers seeking a more active vacation -- especially those with kids in tow -- might want to consider the nearby Louis Phaethon Beach, which has a beach, water park, and a much larger pool area.
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Scene
Minimalist design and quiet atmosphere, with panoramic sea views
The Amphora Hotel and Suites occupies a former winery, with lots of open space, green lawns, and panoramic sea views from nearly every vantage point. The hotel is minimalist in style, with shades of gray and white predominating, plus natural materials -- stone, wood, and a touch of poured concrete -- used everywhere. It never feels too crowded, and there are plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas spread around the lawns and pool deck. The hotel is geared toward guests who want to relax and take in the sea views from public spaces or guest room balconies, which have glass walls for better views. Happy hour in the lounge is popular, offering half-price drinks alongside beautiful sunset views. The Amphora provides a peaceful base for exploring the Paphos area -- many sights are within walking distance -- making it best suited to couples.
Location
On the beach, a 10-minute drive to town
The Amphora Hotel & Suites is located next to a rocky, private beach in Paphos. The harbor is a 20-minute walk away via the scenic path along the water, or a 10-minute walk on the main road. There are mini-marts and souvenir shops outside the hotel gates, and plenty of shops, bars, and restaurants in town, which is about a 10-minute walk away. The local bus stops in front of the hotel, making it possible to visit the island via public transportation. Paphos Archaeological Park is a five-minute drive from the Amphora, and the Tombs of the Kings are 10 minutes away by car. There are golf courses within a 20-minute drive of the hotel, and Coral Bay Beach is 22 minutes away. Paphos International Airport is a 10-minute drive from the Amphora, and the hotel offers free transfers both ways, when given 48 hours' notice. Larnaca Airport is 90 minutes away by car.
Rooms
Rooms are spacious, modern, and minimalist, with furnished private balconies and big bathrooms
The Amphora Hotel & Suites has 95 rooms that are spacious and immaculate, featuring tile floors, white walls, and sliding glass doors that open to private furnished balconies with glass walls. They have a minimalist aesthetic where shades of white, gray, and brown predominate, and unadorned round mirrors are the only wall hangings. The dark-wood headboards span the width of the rooms and there are black streamlined chairs next to rustic white wooden coffee tables. Sea View Rooms are available but all rooms have at least a partial sea view. Suite and villas with living areas are available as well, and one of the villas has a small private pool. Rooms are located in several small buildings; some have elevators but guests with limited mobility might want to request ground-floor rooms. The beige-tile bathrooms are roomy with shower/tub combos, vessel sinks, magnifying mirrors, mounted hairdryers, and toiletries; suites have separate tubs and walk-in shower stalls. All rooms include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, Wi-Fi, mini-fridges, in-room safes, and tea- and coffee-making facilities, though the tea and coffee doesn't get replenished.
Features
Outdoor pool, free scuba lessons, tennis, fitness center, and a private beach
Though it lacks a spa, the Amphora Hotel & Suites has a solid amount of leisure facilities. The property features a kidney-shaped pool with a poolside bar (seasonal), a spacious sundeck, and sunbeds alongside umbrellas. Free introductory scuba lessons are offered in the swimming pool, plus there are a children's pool on the deck and a few pieces of playground equipment on the lawns. The hotel has a private beach, which is good for snorkeling, and a beachfront Ouzeri (a traditional Cypriot coffee shop) serving light local fare and drinks during the warmer months. The hotel restaurant has both indoor and outdoor tables, and serves an international and traditional Cypriot menu. A hot and cold buffet breakfast is offered each morning for an additional fee. Kuza Bar is an airy spot to relax, with comfortable couches and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV. There are a tennis court and an underground fitness center with cardio and weight equipment, and a sauna. There's also an outdoor billiards table, and bikes can be rented from the hotel. The Amphora has a conference center and a variety of meeting rooms. Wi-Fi is free throughout.
