Kefalos Beach Village

Star Rating: 3 star

in Paphos, Cyprus All Resorts, Cyprus

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Kefalos Beach Village in Paphos, Cyprus All Resorts, Cyprus

Kefalos Beach Village details

With a fantastic pool scene just footsteps from the sand, the Kefalos Beach Village gets top marks on the swimming and sunbathing front.

The clue’s in the name with this one. It’s pulled right up against the beach and looks more like a mini village than a hotel. The buildings have a classic flavour – all sugarcube-style apartments – and because they’re surrounded by pretty landscaped gardens, there’s an air of privacy to the place. Still, despite the peace and quiet it’s not far off the beaten track. The promenade – dotted with shops, bars and restaurants – is just a short walk away.

As for the accommodation itself, the exterior may be on the traditional side but head inside and it’s a different story. Rooms still have a classic flavour – think white walls and cool ceramic floors – but modern trimmings like mini-fridges, satellite TVs and air-conditioning keep things up to date. You get your own balcony or veranda, too.

Outside, a lake-like swimming pool with a bridge crossing sits between the hotel and the sea. There’s a poolside bar, too, serving up drinks and light bites throughout the day. And if all that sounds a little too relaxed for your liking, there’s a mini golf course, a volleyball court and a gym to cater for the more active crowd.

Food-wise, there’s a mix of big global buffets and à la carte options on offer. Head to the traditional taverna for a taste of authentic Cyprus, or eat al fresco from the barbecue grill which is open during the summer. There’s a sea-facing cocktail bar, too - perfect for sundowners and after-dinner drinks.

Location

• On the beachfront • 500m to shops • 2km to the harbour‚ restaurants and tavernas of Kato Paphos

Transfer time

25 minutes to 1 hour

Swimming pool

• Swimming pool • Indoor pool with sauna and whirlpool bath • Sun terraces • Pool snack bar in high season only

Meals

• Arodafnousa main restaurant for buffet breakfast and dinner. Open 07.00-10.00 and 19.00-22.00 • Romios Deck à la carte restaurant open for dinner 19.00-22.00. Reservations with reception required • Occasional barbecue evenings

Activities

• Tennis - equipment at a charge. Reservations with reception required • Minigolf • Mini-football • Gym with air-conditioning, static bikes and treadmills for over 16s. Open 08.00-19.00 • Sauna available to over 16s. Open 08.00-19.00, at a charge • Massages for over 16s. Reservations are required. • Games room with pool table and table tennis • Volleyball court • Basketball • Bicycle hire • Aqua aerobics • Boules • Darts • Archery

Entertainment

• Lounge and bar open 16.30-01.00 • Daytime and evening activities • Weekly live music • TV lounge • Karaoke • Quiz night once a week

For families

• Thomson kids' club from May to October • Kids' entertainment • Kids' pool • Playground • Early suppers • Cots • Highchairs in restaurant

Other facilities

• Free Wi-Fi in the lobby • Internet access in the lobby area at a charge • 24-hour reception • Supermarket and souvenir shop • Launderette • Hairdresser by appointment only

Apartment facilities

Apartments have 2 beds, 2 sofa-beds, satellite TV, phone, hairdryer, self-catering facilities, fridge, air-conditioning and balcony or terrace. 1 bedroom apartments sleeping up to 4 available. Limited sea-view apartments and Superior apartments also available at a supplement.

Studio facilities

Studios have 2 beds plus a sofa-bed, satellite TV, phone, hairdryer, self-catering facilities, fridge, air-conditioning, and balcony or terrace. Limited sea-view studios and Superior studios available at a supplement.