Paphos Holidays – The Luxurious 5* Almyra Hotel

Last Updated on March 8, 2021 by Tia

The perfect Paphos Holidays await! Where? At the Ultimate luxurious and newly renovated 5* Almyra Hotel in Paphos, Cyprus. When searching for the perfect spot to rewind and rejuvenate, one thing is most important – location location location! Put yourself on the map in the cool, contemporary design of Almyra’s multi-million Euro refurb.
Almyra is the place for pleasure-seeking couples and on-trend families to seek the unique and discover a playful oasis that combines the best of the Med with pared-back luxury.

From the cool adults-only sanctuary of Almyraspa to cuisine-fusion dining with soaring sea views! To the design-led chill spaces and sophisticated sundowners at Helios Lounge Bar! This is Almyra!

So without further ado, let me transport you to an oasis. A hotel that goes above and beyond to offer luxury, comfort, peacefulness, and a big slice of Cypriot culture to its visitors. Alternatively, watch the video from my Almyra experience!

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How did the renovation change the hotel?

French designer Joëlle Pléot, led the extensive renovations and fully transformed the rooms and suites using custom-made sleek and contemporary furniture.

From the minute you enter the hotel, all you encounter is chic, clean lines, muted browns, and splashes of the kind of blue Cyprus is so well known for! All this is beautifully surrounded by art – LOCAL ART. Thanos Hotels and Resort’s commitment to the community shines through! This is why local craftsmen created handmade oak and olive tree tables and accessories with other soft furnishings using silk and leather.

Paphos Holidays – Almyra Hotel – The Lobby

The lobby is huge, but somehow remains warm and welcoming. The staff is excellent and speak both Greek and English – a touch I highly appreciate as a Cypriot customer! You will find private booths with computers, sitting rooms, and conference halls. Additionally, there is a bar as well as a huge veranda – all of which is fitted with new bespoke furniture and lighting injecting a lease of new life into the public spaces. You will check-in quickly, and efficiently. Straight away, friendly staff will give you a tour of the hotel, and your room/suite. Your luggage will arrive at your door in no time of course! Its swift, efficient, easy – exactly as I like it!

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Almyra Hotel -The Rooms

The nautical theme continues with artwork by local photographer Michalis Kouloumos depicting scenes from the seafront of Paphos. Smart tv’s in all rooms provide a modern touch! Lastly, all of the bathrooms are fitted with brand new luxurious Italian Carrara marble walk-in showers.

My room came with a beautiful garden and sea view veranda, along with two private sunbeds – heaven! Muted browns, blues, and white are the main colors, and they seamlessly blend together to make the space feel large, fresh, and relaxing! The beds are so super luxurious and comfortable. I would happily spend the entire day in that room, having breakfast in bed! Every amenity you would expect from a luxury hotel is here. All this and more, makes the rooms a HUGE plus for any worthy Paphos Holidays trip.

Paphos Holidays – Almyra Hotel -The pools

Yes, pools with an s – because Almyra Hotel boasts not one, not two, but 3 outdoor glorious pools. Additionally, one of the pools is an adults-only infinity pool – DROOL. Want your Paphos Holidays to come with views for days? I’ve got you covered!

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Paphos Holidays – Almyra Hotel – The restaurrants

You all know by now, I am practically obsessed with food! Bad food service can make or break my holiday! Luckily for me, the Almyra Hotel did not disappoint!

Aeras Restaurant – Breakfast Service

Aeras Restaurant overlooks the sea and pools and serves beautiful buffet breakfast. Due to covid, all cooked dishes and drinks are ordered a la carte and served on the table. I actually loved the simplicity of it. There is a bit of everything and all of it is high quality and cooked well. Forget about cold eggs, dry bacon or bad quality coffee!

Notios Zen Restaurant – Asian Fusion and International cuisine

I am absolutely OBSESSED with this chic and beautiful restaurant that offers both lunch and dinner service! What impressed me the most wasn’t the stellar food and wine, but the service, both in and out of the kitchen. I suffer from IBS which leaves me allergic to many foods, and my friend is vegan. Not only did they single out the dishes that we couldn’t eat, but they also REMADE them for us using only ingredients we can consume!

This is the first hotel I have reviewed that went out of their way to accommodate my food sensitivities in such a way, and I am beyond grateful and impressed!

Here is the menu I had for dinner. I actually found everything truly delicious! Although the black cod, the beef, and the panna cotta were a solid 11/10 for me – deeeeeelicious!

                                       DINNER

• Orientale salad with sesame soy dressing (K, Y, G)
• Vegetable spring roll with sweet and sour sauce (V, G, Y)
• Prawn tempura with spicy tomato jam (B, Y, G)
• Black cod fillet served with cashews and lime crust,
• Grill Chinese cabbage, pickled ginger, spicy miso. (F, N, Y, K)
• Beef fillet with shitake mash potatoes and teriyaki sauce (A, Y, K)
•  Vegetable curry with lemongrass jasmine rice(V)
• Pasion fruit panna cotta (D)
• Fresh fruits

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Ouzeri Restaurant – Greek Food

This traditional and quaint Greek tavern can be found on Almyra’s beach just a few steps away. Live Greek music, beautiful ice cold wine and a lunch menu that transported me to a Greek island were some of the things i loved the most! Ouzeri is perfect for lazy and relaxing days. Especially when all you need is delicious Greek meze and the ocean right in front of you!

This is the lunch menu I tasted!

• Village salad
• Louvi me kolokythakia (black eyed beans)
• Selection of dips and bread
• Anthoi gemistoi ( stuffed vine leaves)
• Haloumokeftedes – (fried halloumi balls)
• Baked feta cheese in filo with tomato jam
• Spicy chicken with baby potatoes and kumquat sauce
• Lamb cutlets with grill vegetables
• Stuffed Beef fillet with hiromeri, and halloumi served with commandaria sauce
• Mpamies    
• Local Desserts                                                                                  

Mediterraneo Restaurant- Italian Food

This restaurant actually belongs to Annabelle hotel – the sister hotel of Almyra! We spent a beautiful night sampling incredible Italian food. Finally, we moved on to the rooftop bar for cocktails and live music! The mentality of Mediterraneo is to unite friends and family over sharing plates elevated by the finest local organic produce. You can visit the restaurant either for lunch or dinner. Personally, I find the grande setting and wine menu best suited for dinner!

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The menu is huge and includes so many choices of antipasti, pasta, meats, fish and desserts. Have a look at the menu here!

Paphos Holidays – Experiences to take outside of Almyra

Almyra Unearthed

The pastoral pleasures of the Paphos countryside are calling! Try your hand at picking and pressing olives into oil or harvesting grapes! Alternatively, you can collect plump figs, mangoes, and guavas. Lastly, there is a really fun pomegranate workshop and cookery lesson! Prices available at the hotel 

Almyra Culture & Cuisine

Want to feel the pulse of Cyprus’ rural heart? Let Almyra take you deep into traditional village life on this explorative full-day excursion. Here, you can sample fresh halloumi in Axylou and taste locally produced wines in Panagyia. Alternatively, you can watch lace being woven on a loom in Fyti; and dine on homemade yumminess in a garden in Kallepia. Prices available at the hotel.

Paphos Holidays – Art Workshop

Has the Mediterranean sun sparked your creative flame? Fan the fire of inspiration during a two-hour masterclass with Katerina Foukara and Arsenty Lysenkov. They are two of Cyprus’ most compelling and environmentally focused artists! First, choose your medium – sculpture, watercolors, or oils. Then, craft a project under their guidance while learning about the local art scene. Prices available at the hotel.

Almyra Adventure

Seeking a spot of adventure? You can explore abandoned villages. Venture into wooded gorges. Swim in crystalline waters. Trek to the spot where Aphrodite met Adonis. Taste locally made cheeses and wines. Tour a Byzantine Monastery – and more! Prices available at hotel 

Wine Tours

Uncover Cyprus’ hidden treasures alongside Almyra’s internationally awarded Sommelier. In this excursion, you can spend half a day visiting ‘Vineyards Near the Sea’ to discover indigenous white varieties like Xynisteri and Morokanella. Elevate your knowledge of ‘High Altitude Wines’ including the aromatic Maratheftiko, complete with lunch delicacies at Vouni Panayias winery’s on-site restaurant. Lastly, meet the passionate young bio winemakers breathing new life into Cyprus’ Morokanella, Maratheftiko and Lefkadha with a full-day ‘Boutique Wineries’ tour.

Paphos Holidays – Wine Tasting

Want to learn more about our exciting local wines chosen by an expert sommelier? At Almyra, you sample a white Xynisteri, a rosé Maratheftiko, a red Yiannoudi, and a sweet Commandaria, served with Cypriot cheese (of course!). 1-hour duration, minimum 2 people

Food and Wine

You’ve tried the wine…now it’s time to dine! Therefore, you’re invited to tease your taste buds further with a ‘match made in heaven’ meal in your choice of Almyra’s restaurants. Perfect Pairing meals can be booked independently or in conjunction with a wine-tasting experience.

Thank you all for reading through this Almyra Hotel review and for taking the first step towards the Paphos holidays of your dreams! Book the hotel here, sit back, and enjoy excellence in all aspects.

Love, Tia

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