Best Luxury Hotels in Cyprus

This luxury beachfront resort (not part of the Four Seasons chain) was renovated in 2016, and offers a ton of amenities, including multiple pools for families and adults, a fitness center and adjacent spa (with another indoor pool), plus restaurants serving everything from Chinese fare to Mediterranean fine dining. The 296 contemporary rooms have great extras, like tablet-controlled curtains, lighting, and air-conditioning; Nespresso machines; and chromotherapy showers (many rooms have deep soaking tubs, as well). One wing of rooms is dedicated to adults only, and features its own pool and pool bar.

The 239-room Amathus Beach Hotel Limassol overlooks the Mediterranean from two sections of private beach. This long beachfront is one of the hotel's major draws, along with Amathus spa, which is decked out in American walnut and Greek marble. Bottled water and fresh fruit await guests in all of the hotel's 239 rooms, which are decorated in earth tones and contemporary furnishings. All the rooms on the ocean side have small private balconies, while the limited number of inland-facing rooms opt instead for more square footage. Flat-screen TVs, minibars, and rainfall shower/tub combos come standard in all rooms. Some suites have private decks and plunge pools with integrated hot tubs. Amenities rival those of Four Seasons: there are tennis courts, two outdoor pools, waterslides, and an indoor lap pool, and extensive dining options (a free breakfast buffet is included). In all, Amathus one of the top luxury options on the island -- only the pricier Four Seasons Hotel can compare.

Inside an imposing concrete facade, the 202-room Alexander The Great Beach Hotel hums like a well-oiled leisure machine. Outside, white sun loungers and umbrellas cover the lawn, pool decks, and crescent-shaped beach. Multiple pools (one for adults only) are sparklingly clear, with shaded pergolas, swim-up bars, whirlpools, and spouting water features. Several outdoor dining spots overlook the pool and sea, including a casual pool bar and a Japanese restaurant right on the beach. Rooms are elegantly designed and come with private balconies or patios, comfortable four-poster beds with high-quality linens, free coffee/tea, and minibars. Categories include adult-only Garden Cabanas with jetted tubs and plunge pools.

The 95-room Columbia Beach Resort Pissouri is a relaxed but luxurious resort with a true Mediterranean vibe. The charming property has stone floors and walls, mosaics in sea blues, picturesque archways, and local ceramics displayed throughout, as well as wide green lawns dotted with sunbeds and beach umbrellas, with additional loungers by the pool and on the beach. The food is fresh and delicious, and each restaurant and bar has a unique feel. For example, the Ouzeri is a quaint and authentic tavern serving local wines and ouzo, while the fine-dining Italian restaurant features live music. Among the family-friendly amenities are a huge lagoon-style pool, tennis courts, water sports, and a seasonal kids' club. All 95 rooms are contemporary suites, outfitted with espresso machines, minibars, and private balconies.

One of the hippest hotels in Cyprus, Londa Hotel is an enclave of seaside romance. The hotel has direct access to a disappointingly small beachfront, but the outdoor pool, covered poolside bar terrace, and full spa make up for it. The swank cocktail lounge hosts DJs at night, and the upscale, sceney restaurant sources fresh seafood from local fishermen and offers a big French- and Italian-dominated wine list. Londa's 68 contemporary rooms and suites have Nespresso machines, minibars, and Molton Brown toiletries, and several upgraded suites add whirlpool tubs. All units have private balconies, but some lack sea views. The hotel is within walking distance of Limassol's dining and nightlife.