Paphos in the west coast of Cyprus is very popular with tourists but still relatively quiet and peaceful. Paphos is a very good choice, if you are looking for the sea and sun, but without noisy neighborhoods and loud nightlife. It would be awesome to explore Amelia Island luxury rentals to have a great experience with your family.
The resort town has good tourist infrastructure. But it may not be the best place on the island for families with children. There is little entertainment for them. Paphos is awesome for those who want to combine a beach holiday with sightseeing.
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Rent a Villa in Paphos
Most hotels you will find in Paphos are away from the sea. They are designed for European retirees who want their accommodation to have swimming pools. However, you will still find places to stay by the beach. All you have to do is rent a villa in Paphos. Many of them are located very close to the sea.
The city is divided into two parts – Upper and Lower Paphos. In the upper part of the town, you will find many locals living in their personal homes, expensive hotels, and administrative buildings.
Lower Paphos is entirely for the tourists. It is the beachfront and harbor front. There are many cafes, bars, and restaurants. You can easily rent a luxury villa or rent an apartment near the sea.
- Villa Weston – A wonderful villa for rent close to the sea. It has an infinity pool and a spacious terrace. Relax by the pool on a sun lounger, under the shade of an umbrella. There are tall trees and many flowering plants everywhere. There is a golf course, right in front of this villa. There is also a gas grill on the terrace. The villa rental price is from $ 662 per night.
- Villa Venezia – This is a luxury 4-bedroom property in the Aphrodite Hills area close to the city. This villa in Cyprus is close to a stunning golf course, award-winning spa, gardens and fountains. This beautifully designed villa features large landscaped gardens, spacious interiors, a terrace, private pool, living and dining areas, and a well-equipped kitchen. The bedrooms are large and elegantly furnished. The rental price starts at $ 479 per night.
Beach Vacation
You will find many beautiful beaches all around Paphos. Here are the best beaches in the city or close to it –
- Coral Bay – Extremely popular, the beach has clean and soft sand with a reddish-orange hue. It slopes down gently into the water. The beach doesn’t have any rocks or pebbles. You will see many families with kids spending long hours on the beach. The only downside is that Coral Bay is quite far from the city center.
- Alykes Beach – This beach is in Lower Paphos, close to the busy tourist areas. There are many villas by the sea here.
- Virsudia Beach – This is also in Lower Paphos. You can reach this beach easily by public transport. The coast and entrance to the beach has both sand and pebble. It is divided into two parts. Virsudia 1 has better tourist infrastructure. Virsudia 2 offers beautiful views of the Paphos castle and port.
- Petra tou Romiou – A few minutes south of the city, it is better known as the Aphrodite beach. According to legend, Aphrodite, the Goddess of love and beauty came out of the sea here. This bluish-gray pebble beach is one of the most beautiful places in Cyprus. The turquoise blue water, beach, and the legend make it a perfect combination, making it a very popular beach. You can swim here. But be careful. There are underwater currents. Entrance to the sea is deep. Only experienced swimmers should go to the water.
The beaches of Cyprus are free for visitors. They belong to the state. However, you will have to rent an umbrella and sun lounger.
Paphos Landmarks
The history of Paphos goes back a long time. There are many attractions to see. You should certainly visit the Kato Paphos archaeological park. See the ruins of the temple of Asclepius, perfectly preserved floor mosaics, and the Saranta Kolones Byzantine fortress. You can also see many antiques in the museums – Archaeological, Ethnographic, Byzantine art.
It is best that you rent a villa in Upper Paphos because most of the museums are located here. Many Europeans do this. They like to rent a villa with a swimming pool because the sea is at a distance from this part of the city.
Among the sights of the Christian period, it is worth seeing the Church of Panagia Chrysopolitissa and the cave chapel of Palea Enclestra. They are both 14 kilometers east of the city.
Entertainment
There are many fun and entertainment options too, so you are not going to be bored.
- Aphrodite Water Park – It is very popular, both with the locals and tourists. There are many attractions, including a special children’s area. There is wi-fi throughout the water park. You will find many small cafes that serve drinks and snacks.
- Water sports – You will find water sports at many places along the coast. There is also diving. You can also rent a boat for a short cruise on the Mediterranean.
- Paphos Zoo – The zoo has an excellent collection of birds and reptiles. Here, you can see many species of animals, visit a natural history museum, a mini-farm, enjoy the performance of trained animals, and have snacks at a local restaurant. The zoo is a must-visit if you are in Paphos with kids.
The city also has sports clubs, golf, bowling, ATV safaris and much more.
However, Paphos is not the best place for nightlife in Cyprus. For this, it will be better if you rent a villa in Ayia Napa, where the party scene is often compared with Ibiza.
Many people think that a holiday at Paphos will be expensive. There are several ways to save money. The experts at Cyprus Villas know the city well and can help you rent an apartment in Paphos at an affordable price.
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