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 holiday 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 centre. 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 centre 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
Chrysomare Beach Hotel and Resort

Chrysomare Beach Hotel and Resort

5 out of 5
Nissi Avenue Ayia Napa
The price is S$220 per night from 11 Jan to 12 Jan
S$220
11 Jan - 12 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (85 reviews)
Clean room and grounds. Great food and staff friendly and welcoming.

Reviewed on 15 Nov, 2025

Chrysomare Beach Hotel and Resort
Adams Beach Hotel & Spa

Adams Beach Hotel & Spa

5 out of 5
Nissi Avenue Ayia Napa Ayia Napa
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (535 reviews)
Luxurious

Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025

Adams Beach Hotel & Spa
Blue Harbour Boutique

Blue Harbour Boutique

3 out of 5
38 Archiepiskopou Makariou III Ayia Napa
Stay at this hotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Fig Tree Bay are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (160 reviews)
Building itself ia top notch, the room was very clean and very well appointed, the front desk staff was absolutely amazing. Loved staying there and for sure will return.

Reviewed on 8 Nov, 2025

Blue Harbour Boutique
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 aparthotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Fig Tree Bay are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (25 reviews)
This hotel is one of the best in Ayia Napa from super clean pool view rooms to staff that know how to look after there guests, great buffet breakfast, don't book anywhere else. Thank you Mia hotel Mr Toby

Reviewed on 12 Dec, 2025

Mia hotel apartment
River View Boutique

River View Boutique

3 out of 5
Misiaouli and Kavazoglou Ayia Napa
Stay at this aparthotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (42 reviews)
The staff was very helpful and room was clean only the cattle were a bit problem which was informed, thanks

Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026

River View Boutique
Napa Prince Hotel Apartments

Napa Prince Hotel Apartments

3 out of 5
Tefkrou Anthia 65 Ayia Napa
Stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Ayia Napa. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Nissi Beach and Fig ...
7.8/10 Good! (85 reviews)
everything is perfect

Reviewed on 2 Sept, 2025

Napa Prince 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
1
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.