A personal favourite of mine that I have stayed at, has to be the Anassa Hotel located in Latchi on the lovely island of Cyprus. If you have been to Cyprus previously, and stayed perhaps in one of the larger resorts such as Paphos, Limassol etc, and want something perhaps a bit quieter, either a family break or just a couples week away, the Anassa is perfect, I hired a car whilst I was staying at the hotel which was great.
From time to time the Anassa has offers, at the moment the hotel is offering us 5% discount on stays of 4 nights or more for bookings made for travel in 2021 - by 31st March 2021
Understated luxury and sheer elegance within a resort of palatial yet simple Cypriot style.
Attentive and personalised service, a breathtaking setting and low-key luxury – the world-renowned Anassa has it all and more. Exuding the sleepy charm of a traditional Byzantine village, the resort's collection of classically styled low-rise buildings are set around a village square which has views out over the long sandy beach and the Mediterranean Sea. One of my favourite European spots for either a romantic retreat or a luxury holiday, there is no shortage of facilities, activities and perhaps more importantly, secluded spots to escape to.
The Roman-style Thalassa Spa is an award-winning retreat with an indoor pool, thalassotherapy pools and a range of treatments using 100% organic products and seawater. Your children are well catered for here with clubs for youngsters from four months to 12 years.
There are four wonderful restaurants allowing for a varied culinary experience with a real local touch as the fish is all fresh and much of the produce is sourced from local farms and villages. Most of the restaurants are aimed at providing fresh, wholesome and delicious food, with a couple specialising in family-friendly dining and one offering an adults-only retreat for those special romantic dinners.
The rooms and residences reflect the local style of the resort with Mediterranean-inspired décor, marble floors, light airy interiors and a balcony or terrace. In the main building, you’ll find the pretty Garden View Rooms, as well as the Studio Suites which are more spacious and offer full sea views. For a little more privacy, the Garden Studio Suites are located in the landscaped gardens and have sea views. If you're looking for a little more space I recommend choosing one of the Junior Suites.
Key information
On the picturesque Akamas peninsula on the north-west coast Airport transfer time: Approx. 45 minutes’ private transfer from Paphos airport
Activities
• Book a thalassotherapy treatment* • Visit the nearby Akamas Nature Reserve* • Go sailing on one of the resort’s yachts* • Enjoy a wide range of motorised and non-motorised watersports, or perhaps take part in a PADI dive course*.
Dining
4 restaurants, 2 bars
Studio Suite with Sea View
Featuring full sea views, these suites have a living area and are located in the resort's main building. • air-conditioning • balcony • flat-screen television • Wi-Fi • DVD player • minibar • 47m2
Garden Studio Suite with Sea View
Recently renovated, these suites are grouped in residences within the landscaped gardens and feature breathtaking sea views. • air-conditioning • balcony or terrace • flat-screen television • Wi-Fi • DVD player • minibar • 49m2
Facilities Anassa
3 pools, Childrens’ club*, spa*, crèche*, gym, watersports centre*, tennis and squash courts, Wi-Fi
Restaurants & bars Enjoy delicious and wholesome food at each of the four restaurants in the resort. The romantic candlelit setting of Basiliko is the perfect place to enjoy gourmet Asian and Mediterranean fusion cuisine, with speciality dishes including the Grilled Wagyu Beef Cannelloni and the Alaskan Black Cod. Helios is the resort's fine-dining restaurant, a stylish eatery with a stunning outdoor terrace and contemporary French and Mediterranean à la carte cuisine. Themed buffet dinners and à la carte dining can be enjoyed within the casual yet chic interior of Amphora, while at the shaded alfresco Pelagos taverna, meals combine sumptuous Mediterranean flavours with beautiful garden, pool and ocean views. The hotel also offers a number of bars and lounges for you to explore during your stay. Head to the Amorosa Lounge & Terrace to enjoy casual drinks in a stunning setting, or venture to the elegant Armonia Bar & Terrace to enjoy a fantastic selection of pre-and-post dinner drinks and cocktails. During the day, the swim-up Meltemi Bar is the ideal place to cool off with a refreshing juice or cocktail, while the laid-back vibe of the beachside Blue Bar is the perfect accompaniment to the stunning ocean views and freshly made smoothies and ice creams.
Spa & wellness
Relax and let your troubles melt away in the beautiful Thalassa Spa, a luxury Roman-style health retreat. Here you’ll find a range of treatments including detoxifying treatments and holistic programmes, all of which offer long-term benefits. The spa also offers a small menu of healthy dishes as well as saunas, steam baths and a seawater exercise pool.
For more information and a detailed quotation, please contact me directly. darren@dgtravel.co.uk 01491 575511