Ayia Napa

Travel Guide

Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa
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Join the party at one of the largest resorts in Cyprus, where the fun happens from dawn until dusk. Doze during the day on pretty beaches or get out into nature.

Ayia Napa is one of the most famous vacation destinations in Cyprus. It is a buzzing, lively place where the sun shines throughout the year and people arrive to relax, play on the beach and dance all night. Join the fun in the sun at this thriving resort.

The resort’s reputation for frivolity is well known. While youthful groups have made up the bulk of Ayia Napa’s clientele for years, today it attracts families and couples with more upscale and quiet developments away from the raucous town center. Discover developments of villas and hotels which have their own beaches.

The town of Ayia Napa has multiple beaches. Join sunbathers on the central Nissi Beach, with its twin bays and plethora of facilities. Head to the beautiful beaches of Makronissos and Landa Beach. Choose from a huge variety of watersports, from banana boating to windsurfing and scuba diving.

The town center is the heart of Ayia Napa’s activities and bars. Enjoy long evenings sipping cocktails and dancing to top DJs in nightclubs or join a bar crawl or foam party. During the day ride a slingshot, dare to try bungee jumping or show off your skills on a bucking bronco.

Visit the 15th-century Ayia Napa Monastery or head to Cactus Park, a sculpture park, for some culture. Experience traditional music and dance at one of the regular festivals held in the town.

Just outside of Ayia Napa is Cape Greco, a delightful national forest park. Spend days hiking, walking or cycling the paths and stopping for a refreshing swim in the waters of Konnos Bay beach.

Travel on one of the dozens of airlines that fly to the Cyprus Larnaca Airport, with extra flights throughout the summer months. From the airport, ride to the resort in about 45 minutes by taxi or shuttle.

Where to stay in Ayia Napa

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Ayia Napa City Center

The beaches and lively bars are top of the list for many visitors to Ayia Napa City Center. A stop by Ayia Napa Monastery or Grecian Bay Beach might round out your trip.

Ayia Napa City Center
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Nissi

When in Nissi, you can plan a visit to Nissi Beach and Vathia Gonia Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Nissi
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Vathia Gonia

While visiting Vathia Gonia, you might make a stop by sights like Vathia Gonia Beach and Museum of Underwater Sculpture Ayia Napa.

Vathia Gonia
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Makronissos

If you're spending some time in Makronissos, Landa Beach and Makronissos Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Makronissos
Nissiblu Beach Resort
Nissiblu Beach Resort
5 out of 5
Nissi Avenue 75C, Ayia Napa
The price is S$439 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
S$439
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (391 reviews)
"The hotel was amazing with great location on Nissi beach just few minutes walking to the beach chair"

Reviewed on 5 Jul, 2025

Nissiblu Beach Resort
Cosmo Napa Hotel
Cosmo Napa Hotel
3.5 out of 5
24 Yianni Ritsou, Ayia Napa, Ammochostos
The price is S$146 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
S$146
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Fig Tree Bay are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (137 reviews)
"Always my favourite place to stay in Napa clean modern and staff are amazing the food is fantastic there is also an option to make your own food there is a kettle toaster microwave and fridge in the room it great to have the option the club sandwich is a must to try they have an amazing poolside ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun, 2025

Cosmo Napa Hotel
Amanti, MadeForTwo Hotels – Ayia Napa
Amanti, MadeForTwo Hotels – Ayia Napa
5 out of 5
13 Melissiou, Ayia Napa
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
"excellent hotel everything is excellent"

Reviewed on 2 Jul, 2025

Amanti, MadeForTwo Hotels – Ayia Napa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Mia hotel apartment
Mia hotel apartment
3 out of 5
14 Misiaouli & Kavazoglou, Ayia Napa, Famagusta
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Fig Tree Bay are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Great hotel
"Great hotel with spacious rooms and good facilities. Everyone who works there is especially welcoming and friendly and I will definitely stay there again. It’s also in a great location for the centre of Ayia Napa and is great value for money. Highly reccend"

Reviewed on 29 Jun, 2025

Mia hotel apartment
Petrosana Hotel Apartments
Petrosana Hotel Apartments
2 out of 5
Gianni Ritsou, 7, Ayia Napa
Stay at this aparthotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Fig Tree Bay are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (78 reviews)
"Basic, very clean. Lovely staff. Didn’t use the pool or pool bar as we went to the beach each day but it looked fine with an ample amount of sunbeds. Would stay again. We had a late flight and the staff very kindly gave us a towel when we came to pick up our bags so we could shower. Couldn’t ask ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sep, 2024

Petrosana Hotel Apartments
Green Bungalows Hotel Apartments
Green Bungalows Hotel Apartments
3 out of 5
19 Katalimata Street, Ayia Napa
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Fig Tree Bay ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (24 reviews)
"The hotel with the swimming pool was pleasant. The staff members were friendly, kind, and easy to communicate with. The hotel manager is a remarkable person."

Reviewed on 18 May, 2025

Green Bungalows Hotel Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Ayia Napa

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
42
5 - Excellent 49%
4 - Good
30
4 - Good 35%
3 - Okay
8
3 - Okay 9%
2 - Disappointing
4
2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Keep running you are one of the best I’ve been around in Cyprous over the last 16 years

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night -holidaying other end of the island - very quiet,most of the party bars for the summer season were closed.We knew this before we went,just wanted to revisit this area. Still enough restaurants near harbour open Queen Vic pub a bonus

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Best place in Cyprus

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Ayia napa has amazing beaches , the do get very crowded though , best to have a car to move around , my favourite quite beach is called Sirena. It’s about 15mins drive from ayia napa towards protaras

5/5 - Excellent

Neil

Lots of great beaches and restaurants. Easy to find high quality local food and wine. Perfect for most types of travellers. Those wanting a quieter holiday can easily avoid the strip of bars / clubs. Younger crowd are best to go for Nissi beach area.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Nissi bay , great beach , crystal clear water, entertainment, bars and restaurants. it’s a must.