Best Kid-Friendly Hotels in Paphos, Paphos District

The 202-room Alexander the Great is an upscale beachfront resort that caters to a largely U.K. clientele of families and older couples. In addition to a crescent-shaped beach, there are four pools, including a children's splash pool and a large adult-only pool with massaging water loungers. Rooms are elegant and modern plus many feature ocean views from scenic balconies, but street-facing rooms pick up traffic noise. This stylish property offers meal plans with several on-site dining and drinking spots; these include the main buffet-style restaurant with rotating themes, a beachfront Japanese restaurant, and an outdoor entertainment venue serving cocktails and light snacks. The hotel is centrally located in the ancient town of Paphos, within a short walk of shops, cafes, and the harbor. Travelers might want to compare rates at the Louis King Jason, a boutique with stunning, apartment-style accommodations.

Olympic Lagoon Resort Paphos is an upscale all-inclusive resort located right on the beach in Paphos, not far from the city's well-known archaeological attractions. The 276 rooms here are bright and modern, with marble bathrooms and furnished balconies, and some room types feature four-poster beds. There are tons of amenities for families and couples alike, including a couple of kids' clubs for different age groups, five gorgeous lagoon pools (one with a Mayan temple feature and a waterslide), and dining options that run the gamut from Italian to Asian to Cypriote. There's also an adult-only wing with its own dedicated pool. Guests who are not staying in adult-only rooms only get access to the family-friendly areas, even if they've left their kids at one of the kids' clubs. Families should compare rates at King Evelthon Beach Hotel & Resort, which has its own water park.

The two-and-a-half-pearl Apollonia is an affordable, family-run complex of 20 vacation apartments in the center of Paphos, just a 10-minute walk from the beach. Apartments are dated and kitschy but well-maintained and have fully equipped kitchens. Though the hotel lacks a restaurant or bar, it has a friendly, easygoing vibe that’s ideal for families or couples who want to cook themselves. There are always plenty of lounge chairs at the tranquil pool, as well as a convenient help-yourself snack bar and a shaded children's area filled with toys. However, there is no game room or organized kids' entertainment, meaning youngsters could grow bored during an extended stay. The Aliathon Holiday Village offers a full program of children's activities but rates are higher.

Situated right on the Mediterranean, just south of the heart of Paphos, Louis Imperial Beach is a three-and-a-half-pearl resort hotel that's particularly popular with British package tourists. The 239 rooms were all remodeled in 2012 and feature furnished balconies, many with views out over the massive pool and to the seashore beyond. There's plenty going on here, including buffet and a la carte restaurants, daytime and evening entertainment, a spa, a fitness center, and indoor and outdoor pools, including one that's strictly for adults. There's also a splash park, a kids' wading pool, and a kids' club. Note that during the busy summer months, all guests are required to book the all-inclusive option. If that's a deal-breaker, check out the nearby sister hotel, Louis Ledra for bed-and-breakfast and half-board options all summer.

Louis Ledra Beach is a three-pearl family resort with optional all-inclusive rates and direct access to the beach. The 269 rooms here are simple and kept in good repair, and all have furnished balconies. Hotel amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, a fitness center, tennis, and beach volleyball. Family Rooms have two sofa beds for children and there's lots for kids to do including a kids' club, a playground, and a splash pool for little ones. Meals are served buffet style at the main restaurant or poolside, and the main restaurant has a kids' buffet, a vegetarian corner, and themed nights. Wi-Fi is free in the lobby but costs extra in rooms. Travelers shopping around should consider Louis Phaethon Beach, which has similar facilities and rooms but adds a water park.

Paphinia Sea View Apartments is a two-and-a-half-pearl apartment hotel with a fantastic location overlooking the Municipal Baths and the main boardwalk in the touristy hub of Paphos. All of the units here are apartment-style, with full kitchens complete with washers/dryers, four-burner stoves, and microwaves. All apartments have large balconies with either full or partial sea views. While the self-catering facilities and excellent location keep regular visitors (mostly older British couples) coming back here year after year, there's not much in terms of amenities and even basics such as Wi-Fi and on-site parking cost extra. Note that credit cards aren't accepted. Travelers in search of a place that has a pool and accepts credit cards, may want to consider Daphne Hotel Apartments instead.

This mid-range hotel offers travelers a peaceful setting just north of Paphos, near Cyprus’s western coast. The grounds are beautiful, with quiet spots to sit in the fragrant gardens or by a lovely pool. Breakfast and lunch are tasty and reasonably priced at the restaurant, though neither is included in the rate. The 26 rooms all have kitchenettes with mini-fridges, kettles, and cooking appliances, making this a convenient pick for families. Guests report that it's the warm welcome and friendly service from the family of owners that really make this hotel shine. For those seeking a hotel with beach access, nearby Queen’s Bay Hotel is a larger resort right on the rocky shore.

The four-pearl SENTIDO Cypria Bay is an all-inclusive beachfront resort that's popular with British and German package tourists, especially families. There are 293 rooms in total, many with sea views, and all are designed with families in mind, with extra beds or at least enough room for rollaways. Facilities include a huge outdoor lagoon pool with a swim-up bar and an adjacent kids' pool, a game room with pool, air hockey, arcade games, tennis courts, a fitness center with free classes, an indoor pool with a huge hot tub, and a buffet restaurant with evening entertainment six nights a week. Couples wanting something a bit lower-key may want to consider the hotel's neighboring sister property, the Leonardo Plaza Cypria Maris Beach Hotel & Spa, which doesn't allow guests under age 16.

The mid-range Louis Phaethon Beach, outside Cyprus’ coastal town of Paphos, is a family-friendly resort with plenty to do for all ages. The water park is a highlight of the kids’ facilities -- which includes a mini-club -- but the rocky beach is disappointing. Meanwhile, parents can take advantage of the spa offering massages and facilities like a steam room and gym. All-inclusive dining at the buffet restaurant is good, plus there’s an Asian restaurant open in peak season. The 422 rooms are small and simple with mini-fridges, flat-screen TVs, and kettles, plus an option for two sofa beds to accommodate kids. For something closer to town, check out Amphora Hotel & Suites, where modern rooms and a nicer beach are pluses, but the kids’ facilities are less extensive.

The 278-room, three-and-a-half-pearl Azia Resort & Spa is a humble seaside property that attracts both families and couples. Rooms feature mountain or sea views from balconies, and while some are contemporary, others have a slightly dated cottage-like vibe. While the resort has a sandy area on the water, you can't swim here -- the beach is a five-minute walk away. Alternatively, there's an outdoor pool overlooking the sea with a kiddy pool and a swim-up bar. All-inclusive rates are available at the multiple themed buffets and a la carte restaurants, though restrictions can be a nuisance. A modern gym, spa, and kids' and teens' clubs keep everyone active, and there's live entertainment as well. Check out Louis Imperial Beach for something closer to town, though it's slightly more dated.

Kefalos Beach Tourist Village is a three-pearl family-friendly apartment resort located right on the beach and a few minutes' walk from the Tomb of the Kings. The 259 apartments here range from studios to three-bedroom units, and all have kitchens or kitchenettes for guests who would prefer self catering over the property's optional all-inclusive offering. Facilities are on par with what one would expect of a more traditional resort and include indoor and outdoor pools, a large fitness center, and a seasonal kids' club. There are also a couple of restaurants and bars, but the food quality isn't great. Travelers who don't need self-catering facilities should also consider Louis Phaethon Beach, which has a water park and a fresher look and feel in both rooms and common areas.

Helios Bay Hotel is a three-pearl beachfront apartment hotel featuring 68 units that range from studios to two-bedroom villas. All rooms have kitchens, and while the apartments are a bit on the basic side in terms of decor, the Villas are sleek and feature gorgeous dark interiors and large terraces. Standout features include a large outdoor pool area with a shaded pool bar separated from the seafront promenade by a large expanse of grassy lawns with a kids' playground and a handful of lounge chairs. There's also a dated fitness center, a sauna, table tennis, and a pool table. While there's no all-inclusive option, all three meals are available for a fee and breakfast is served buffet style. Travelers on a budget may want to also consider the nearby Hilltop Gardens Hotel Apartments, which are a little cheaper but not on the beach.

Anemi Hotel Apartments is a three-and-a-half-pearl apartment hotel located on a quiet side street that's a short walk from the main pedestrian drag in Paphos. All 90 units here have full kitchens with sleek chrome appliances plus furnished balconies, and the higher category apartments add perks such as smart TVs. Facilities are greater than what one would typically expect of an apartment hotel and include a fitness center, a large outdoor pool with a kids' pool, a game room, and a gym. There's also a restaurant open for all three meals, with themed nights held twice weekly, and half- and full-board options rates. Travelers who would prefer an all-inclusive option and don't need self-catering facilities may want to consider Coral Beach Hotel & Resort instead.

The 429-room upper-middle-range Constantinou Bros Athena Beach Hotel is a family-friendly resort on a private sandy beach. The hotel buzzes during the day with activities for all ages, including indoor and outdoor bowling and ballroom dancing, but it quiets down by nightfall. There are three large lagoon-style pools, a waterslide, tennis courts, miniature golf, and a kids' club. The property has five restaurants and a variety of bars, plus all-inclusive packages available. Rooms are dated but well-equipped and have private balconies, but views can vary from parking lot to ocean panorama. Travelers looking for a more peaceful, indulgent holiday may want to check out the resort's sister hotel, the adult-only Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites.

The upper-middle-range Aliathon Holiday Village in the seaside town of Paphos is a family-friendly resort offering a host of activities for all ages. The 329 rooms are spread amongst two villages, one of which includes a water park and kids' camp facilities. Though the beach is a 15-minute walk away, the hotel has five pools and staff work tirelessly to keep families engaged with (mostly British) quizzes, songs, and games well into the evening. All-inclusive dining options include a collection of on-site restaurants and bars, as well as the restaurants and pubs in an adjacent shopping plaza. Rooms are spacious (albeit some a bit plain) and have kitchenettes and balconies or terraces with loungers, and some feature private splash pools. Travelers may prefer the Ascos Coral Beach Hotel, which has a private rocky beach, but lacks rooms with kitchenettes.