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3-star hotels in Cyprus
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Cyprus, drawn from guest-rated properties across the island and ordered by what travellers actually need: quiet villages, coastal bases, family space and easy parking.
Staying in Cyprus
Cyprus packs a lot into a small island: long sandy coasts, pine-covered mountains, wine villages of stone and terracotta, and a food culture built on grills, halloumi and citrus. The 3-star hotels on this shortlist sit in that landscape rather than beside it. Several occupy village addresses in the Troodos foothills and wine country — Kato Drys, Lofou, Anogyra, Tochni, Mersinies, Pano Platres — while others sit along main streets of small towns or on the coast-facing side of the island, as at Pomos. The result is a shortlist that rewards travellers who want to explore by car, eat where locals eat, and sleep somewhere with a garden, a terrace or a pool rather than a lobby bar.
Couples and walkers do well in the mountain and wine villages, where stone walls, fireplaces and balconies set the tone and the roads lead to trails and wineries. Families are better served by the properties with family rooms, kitchens, playgrounds or cots. Business travellers have fewer reasons to be here, though meeting and shuttle facilities exist at one hotel. For a short break, the higher-rated village houses make a compact, quiet base within reach of both coast and mountains.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Elyssia Hotel
Filoxenias 47, Cyprus
Best for: Drivers · Business trips
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereIn the centre of the village, Elyssia Hotel suits travellers who want an easy base with a restaurant and bar on site and free parking for a hired car. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 104 reviews. A shuttle service is available, and there is free wifi throughout. Rooms are kept simple, with a smoking area set aside. Good for couples and small groups touring the island who prefer to eat and unwind without leaving the building in the evening.
See Elyssia HotelPalatakia
Kato Drys, Cyprus
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePalatakia sits in Kato Drys, a village setting that appeals to guests who want quiet rather than a resort. The rooms come with air conditioning and a balcony, and breakfast can be taken in your room. A fireplace adds warmth for cooler months, and the beach is nearby for daytime. It holds 4.7 out of 5 from 85 reviews. Suited to couples and independent travellers exploring the rural interior by car.
See PalatakiaSemiramis Hotel
55 Spyrou Kyprianou Σπύρου Κυπριανού 55 Κato Platres Pano Platres 4820 Cyprus, Cyprus
- Wifi
Why stay hereA straightforward 3-star address on Spyrou Kyprianou in Pano Platres, Semiramis Hotel works for guests who want a bed in the Troodos hill village and little else by way of facilities. Wifi is provided. It scores 4.6 out of 5 from 128 reviews, the largest review count on this list, which suggests a steady stream of past guests. Best for walkers and drivers breaking up a mountain route.
See Semiramis HotelGeorge Houses
10 Neroforusas Str, Cyprus
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereGeorge Houses suits families and longer stays, with babysitting service, a cot and air conditioning among the practical touches, plus a balcony and bath in the rooms. The beach is nearby. With only 34 reviews it keeps a small-scale feel, and guests score it 4.7 out of 5. A sensible choice for those who want space and self-sufficiency rather than hotel services.
See George HousesAristotelio Boutique Hotel
10 Charalampou Epameinonda, Cyprus
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAristotelio Boutique Hotel on Charalampou Epameinonda mixes a small footprint with extras: a fireplace, a bar and express check in, alongside air conditioning and a balcony in the rooms. It rates 4.4 out of 5 from 58 reviews. The size and layout suit couples and solo travellers who want character and a central spot over resort-style amenities.
See Aristotelio Boutique HotelKtima 1937 Kannides
37 Apodimon Drousioton Str., Cyprus
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereKtima 1937 Kannides appeals to active guests: bike rental and canoe hire are on offer, and the beach is nearby, with a bar and breakfast available and breakfast also served in the room. Air conditioning and a balcony come as standard. Guests give it 4.4 out of 5 from 52 reviews. Well suited to couples and small groups who plan to spend days outdoors.
See Ktima 1937 KannidesKalina Complex
Kalina Complex Pomos, Cyprus
Best for: Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
Why stay hereKalina Complex in Pomos is for travellers who want the simplest possible stay built around one thing: an outdoor pool. That is the facility it offers, and it holds 4.6 out of 5 from 24 reviews. Suited to couples and families who intend to swim, eat out locally and treat the room as a place to sleep.
See Kalina ComplexNicolas And Maria’s Cottages
4 Papaelissaiou Street Οδός Παπαελισσαίου 4 Aνώγυρα Lemesos 4603 Cyprus, Cyprus
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereNicolas And Maria’s Cottages on Papaelissaiou Street in Anogyra give guests a garden and a terrace, with free parking and wheelchair access. It scores 4.7 out of 5, though from only 12 reviews, so expectations should be set accordingly. The cottage format suits couples, small families and anyone who prefers outdoor space and self-catering freedom to hotel facilities.
See Nicolas And Maria’s CottagesAdamos studio Hotel Apartments
Mersinies 3 Tochni, Cyprus
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereAdamos studio Hotel Apartments in Tochni pairs an outdoor pool with air conditioning, a lift and non-smoking rooms, and pets are allowed. It holds a perfect 5.0 out of 5, based on 5 reviews. Studio apartments of this kind suit families and longer stays where guests want to cook and settle in.
See Adamos studio Hotel ApartmentsConstantias Stone Houses
Lofou, Cyprus
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereConstantias Stone Houses in Lofou provides family rooms with air conditioning, a kitchen and a coffee corner, plus a garden, free wifi and free parking. The stone-built setting and self-catering setup suit families and couples who want to stay in a village and manage their own meals. Guests rate it 4.8 out of 5, from 5 reviews.
See Constantias Stone Houses3 bedroom villa Dionysos 373 with private pool and pretty garden Peaceful location within Aphrodite Hills Resort
26 Acheon Street, Cyprus
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereA 3-bedroom villa with a private outdoor pool and garden, this property in Aphrodite Hills suits families and groups who want a whole house rather than rooms. A tennis court is on hand, along with a terrace, free wifi and free parking. It is rated 4.7 out of 5 from 3 reviews. Wheelchair access is provided. Best for longer stays by car.
See 3 bedroom villa Dionysos 373 with private pool and pretty garden Peaceful location within Aphrodite Hills ResortKontoyiannis House
103 Archbishop Makarios Avenue, Cyprus
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchenette
Why stay hereKontoyiannis House on Archbishop Makarios Avenue offers a kitchenette in the units, housekeeping, free parking and a terrace, and pets are welcome. A beauty salon and laundry service are also available. Suited to guests staying several nights who want to prepare some of their own meals and keep a car. No guest rating is recorded for this property.
See Kontoyiannis HouseRomios Holiday Apartments
10 Gefiroudiou Street, Cyprus
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereRomios Holiday Apartments suits families in particular, with a playground and picnic area on site, a garden and free parking, plus express check in and check out. Fishing is possible nearby, and wifi is free. Laundry service, housekeeping and multilingual staff cover the practical side. A good fit for longer family stays where children need room to run.
See Romios Holiday ApartmentsEleon Villa
78 Eleftheriou Aristodemou Street, Cyprus
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereEleon Villa on Eleftheriou Aristodemou Street is a self-contained house with a kitchen, dishwasher, microwave and hairdryer, plus air conditioning, a cot and a garden. Free wifi and free parking are included. It suits families and groups who want to cook and live independently, and who will have a car to get around. No guest rating is recorded.
See Eleon VillaIosiphis Stonebuilt House
1Is Apriliou 19, Cyprus
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereIosiphis Stonebuilt House offers family rooms with air conditioning, a balcony and a coffee corner, plus express check in. Practical items such as a cot, desk and DVD player are provided. The stone-built character and family-room layout suit couples and small families who want a quiet, individual base. No guest rating is recorded for this property.
See Iosiphis Stonebuilt House
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elyssia Hotel | ★★★ | 4.7 | 104 | Yes | – | – | – |
| Palatakia | ★★★ | 4.7 | 85 | – | Yes | – | – |
| Semiramis Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 128 | – | – | – | – |
| George Houses | ★★★ | 4.7 | 34 | – | – | – | – |
| Aristotelio Boutique Hotel | ★★★ | 4.4 | 58 | – | – | – | – |
| Ktima 1937 Kannides | ★★★ | 4.4 | 52 | – | Yes | – | – |
| Kalina Complex | ★★★ | 4.6 | 24 | – | – | Yes | – |
| Nicolas And Maria’s Cottages | ★★★ | 4.7 | 12 | Yes | – | – | – |
| Adamos studio Hotel Apartments | ★★★ | 5.0 | 5 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Constantias Stone Houses | ★★★ | 4.8 | 5 | Yes | – | – | – |
| 3 bedroom villa Dionysos 373 with private pool and pretty garden Peaceful location within Aphrodite Hills Resort | ★★★ | 4.7 | 3 | Yes | – | Yes | – |
| Kontoyiannis House | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | Yes |
| Romios Holiday Apartments | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – |
| Eleon Villa | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – |
| Iosiphis Stonebuilt House | ★★★ | – | – | – | – | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Adamos studio Hotel Apartments pairs an outdoor pool with family-ready rooms, while Romios Holiday Apartments adds a playground and picnic area. Constantias Stone Houses offers family rooms and a kitchen, and Eleon Villa gives a whole house with dishwasher, cot and garden for longer stays.
Adamos studio Hotel Apartments · Romios Holiday Apartments · Constantias Stone Houses · Eleon Villa
For couples
Palatakia and Aristotelio Boutique Hotel both lean on stone, fireplaces and balconies for a quiet, romantic feel.
Palatakia · Aristotelio Boutique Hotel · Iosiphis Stonebuilt House · Kalina Complex
For drivers and free parking
Elyssia Hotel, Nicolas And Maria’s Cottages, the 3 bedroom villa Dionysos 373, Kontoyiannis House and Eleon Villa all list free car parking, which matters on an island where a rental car is the practical way to reach village addresses and coastal roads.
Elyssia Hotel · Nicolas And Maria’s Cottages · 3 bedroom villa Dionysos 373 with private pool and pretty garden Peaceful location within Aphrodite Hills Resort · Kontoyiannis House · Eleon Villa
Top guest ratings
Adamos studio Hotel Apartments holds the highest guest rating at 5.0 from 5 reviews, followed by Constantias Stone Houses and Elyssia Hotel at 4.7, with Palatakia, George Houses, Nicolas And Maria’s Cottages and the 3 bedroom villa Dionysos 373 also at 4.7 on smaller review counts.
Adamos studio Hotel Apartments · Constantias Stone Houses · Elyssia Hotel · Palatakia · George Houses · Nicolas And Maria’s Cottages
Where to stay in Cyprus
Kato Drys
A wine-village address in the Larnaca district hills, where Palatakia sits among stone lanes and vineyard country. It suits travellers who want quiet evenings, breakfast brought to the room and a base for driving between mountain villages and the coast.
Our picks here: Palatakia
Pano Platres
A Troodos mountain resort village named in the address of Semiramis Hotel, on Spyrou Kyprianou. It is cool in summer, green in spring, and convenient for forest trails, with the hotel kept deliberately simple and rated 4.6 from 128 reviews.
Our picks here: Semiramis Hotel
Pomos
A coastal village in the north-west, where Kalina Complex stands. The appeal here is the sea air, a slower pace and an outdoor pool, and it works best for travellers touring the island by car rather than staying put.
Our picks here: Kalina Complex
Tochni
A inland village address for Adamos studio Hotel Apartments on Mersinies 3. Expect a pool, breakfast, free parking and pets allowed, with lifts and non-smoking rooms — handy for families and for anyone breaking the drive between Larnaca and Limassol.
Our picks here: Adamos studio Hotel Apartments
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Questions, answered
Which of these hotels allow pets?
Adamos studio Hotel Apartments and Kontoyiannis House both list pets allowed.
Which hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Elyssia Hotel, Nicolas And Maria’s Cottages, Adamos studio Hotel Apartments, Constantias Stone Houses, the 3 bedroom villa Dionysos 373, Kontoyiannis House, Romios Holiday Apartments and Eleon Villa.
Which hotels have a pool?
Kalina Complex, Adamos studio Hotel Apartments and the 3 bedroom villa Dionysos 373 each list an outdoor pool, and Adamos also lists a swimming pool. The villa's pool is private according to its listing name.
Which hotel is best for families?
Adamos studio Hotel Apartments suits families with its pool, family-friendly setup, lifts and non-smoking rooms, and a 5.0 rating from 5 reviews. Constantias Stone Houses adds family rooms and a kitchen, and Romios Holiday Apartments has a playground and picnic area.
Which hotels are closest to the coast?
Palatakia, George Houses and Ktima 1937 Kannides list a beach nearby, and Kalina Complex sits at Pomos on the coast. The remaining hotels are village or inland addresses, so a car is the practical way to reach the sea.
Which hotel has the highest guest rating?
Adamos studio Hotel Apartments leads with 5.0 out of 5 from 5 reviews, though on a small sample. Constantias Stone Houses, Elyssia Hotel, Palatakia, George Houses and Nicolas And Maria’s Cottages follow at 4.7.
Do any hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Palatakia, which also offers breakfast in room, at Ktima 1937 Kannides with breakfast in room as well, and at Adamos studio Hotel Apartments. Most other hotels on the shortlist do not state a breakfast service.
Which hotels suit a short break?
Semiramis Hotel in Pano Platres and Elyssia Hotel are straightforward short-stay options, both 3-star with strong ratings and 128 and 104 reviews respectively. Palatakia and Aristotelio Boutique Hotel work well for couples wanting a compact, characterful base.