Paphos (Cyprus) > Reviews

Advantages: Sunshine, good quality hotels, reasonably priced food and a family atmosphere
Disadvantages: Beaches aren't very good, some of the town awaiting redevelopment

...per day etc) So this was Paphos in Cyprus. First thoughts? Not too impressed. Our hotel wasn't in a prime position to say the least. From the balcony I could gaze at houses, unfinished buildings and what can only be described as scrubland - no doubt also waiting to be developed. In fairness the hotel (Paphiessa) was adequate - nice and clean and well decorated. Like a lot of things though, position is important. But was I down hearted? No ... Read review

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...ago. Pafian Sun Holiday Village in Paphos was an absolute delight. The rooms were clean and modern (consisting of a double bedroom and a sleeping area in the living area for one person), the lounge area was light, airy and comfortable and the entertainment was varied. The pool area was amazing. As you swam in the pool it actually looked out to the sea, heaven. The staff were warm, friendly and helpful. Best of all was the "all inclusive" ... Read review

Advantages: Everything you could want and more
Disadvantages: Holiday does not last

...the street) We went to Paphos christmas 98 and enjoyed a great time, sampling the local dishes, testing the cocktails (there are some intersting ones worth trying) and enjoying a really wonderful christmas dinnner at a local hotel where Santa had arrived by helicopter!and presented all the children with a gift. Taxis are always available and charge £3 for anywhere in Paphos. The market itself is a must with its under-cover market of stalls ... Read review

Advantages: Great bars and restaurants, cheap excursions and friendly people
Disadvantages: None

...we were there we visited Paphos for the day and we decided that the next time we came to Cyprus we would give Paphos a go. We booked our holiday with Libra/Priceright Holidays. We'd never travelled with them before but I wouldn't hesitate to book with them again. We stayed in the Palepaphos Apartments in the Kato district which is at the east side of the resort. The apartments were right in the heart of possibly the liveliest part of Paphos and ... Read review

Advantages: Loads to do, very hot in summer, drives on the same side of the road as the UK
Disadvantages: Main resort area very English,

I spent two weeks in Paphos August 2000. It is said to be the quietest main resort in Cyprus but I was quite surprised! It has an unlimited amount of pubs/bars and restaurants in the main streets near the harbour. These are all a bit touristy but make quite a good atmosphere. There is a few bars leading up to the fort on the harbour side - it is well worth sitting and having a quiet drink - taking in the buzz of the place. There are a number of clubs ... Read review

Advantages: Immaculate, friendly and cheap!!
Disadvantages: At some point you have to fly home!!

...to do enough for you. Paphos is split into two parts, Old Paphos and New Paphos. New Paphos is where all the new nightclubs and bars seem to be opening up for the younger holidaymakers (like myself), however, I prefer a bit of culture in my holidays and so stayed in the old town. Old Paphos is absolutely beautiful and verges on being described as 'immaculate.' Old Paphos boasts everything the perfect holiday should. There is a main road that runs ... Read review

Advantages: Get a tan, even in January
Disadvantages: Gets very busy in season

I spent ten days in Paphos at the beginning of January. I expected it to be warm but hot enough to get a tan. I was wrong. It was hot and sunny every day. Temperatures were around 73 fahrenheit for most of the day. It was a bit cooler at night. The harbour, or old post of Paphos is a pleasant and relaxing place. Yoy can sit and watch the small boat in the harbour, or have a drink in one of the small cafes or bars. This is not a busy place. If ... Read review

Advantages: sunny, lots to see, reasonabley priced
Disadvantages: not many beaches

...apartment complex just outside Paphos. Paphos is a resort in the west of Cyprus. It’s divided into two nearby areas. Kato Papos is the area by the harbour and has lots of touristy shops and restaurants and archaeological sites. Ktima Paphos is very nearby and is set on a hill. It’s where a lot of civil administration buildings are and is less touristy. There is a fairly cheap and frequent bus service that will get you around the area. The no 10 ... Read review

Advantages: So hot you could fry an egg on your head
Disadvantages: tacky touristy gifts, exchange rate

...exaggerating. We arrived mid afternoon at Paphos airport and were all pleased with the gorgeous weather, the sun was shining and it seemed like the perfect start to a promising fortnight. The trip to our Hotel brought us, very quickly, back down to Earth. Driving from the airport to the hotel was like taking a trip through Iraq or a building site! We all commented on how much construction was taking place. For an Island of it's popularity, it seemed ... Read review

Advantages: Sunshine, interesting history, friendly people, good food.
Disadvantages: Not a beach resort.

...sixties, have had holidays in Paphos on four occasions over the last 8 years, always in late February or early March. At this time of year the weather is usually pleasantly warm, around the high 60s to low 70s fahrenheit with plenty of sunshine, although odd rainy days can intervene. We prefer to stay in a self-catering establishment because Paphos is full of nice restaurants of varying types and it seems to us a pity to to be tied to your hotel ... Read review

Advantages: Friendly locals, plenty of historical sites, good range of bars and restaurants, exchange rate easy to work out
Disadvantages: Can get very quiet in the off season, some prices are quite high, no sandy beaches

...short bus journey away from Paphos Airport. On arrival at the apartment which would be our home for the next seven days, the first thing we noticed was that the apartments (called the Kefalonitis Apartments) were immaculately clean. As we found out later on, the maid service was also excellent. What we didn't know was that we had arrived just before the start of the tourist season, which was due to kick off - you guessed it - the day we left. ... Read review

Advantages: some decent weather
Disadvantages: chips with everything!

...just spent a week in Paphos and I have to say that unfortunately, in the middle of February there really isn't a lot to recommend it! Firstly, let me talk about the weather! Well the first four days of our holiday we spent freezing and stuck away in our hotel room in an attempt to get warm! I am sure we probably had about as much rain and the temperatures were as low as it was at home! Brrr! The later part of the week has been much warmer, which ... Read review