Paphos believed to be the birth place of Aphrodite, the Greek goddess of love, is situated on the southwest of the Island. The city of Paphos is split into two parts one being Ktima mainly the residential area, and down by the pretty harbour the lower part of the town also known as Kato Paphos. You will find many open air taverns to sit and relax in the lovely warm sunshine, whilst watching the little fishing boats bobbing up and down in the water.

Paphos has its own airport, which is a good thing as transfer times from Larnaca to this end of the island can be very long and hot.

Paphos has many luxurious Hotels offering a very high standard of accommodation, along with many smaller establishments offering a range of places to stay.

In the ancient times people believed if they visited the Baths of Aphrodite, and bathed in the waters, that this would help them with fertility.

Until the 9th century AD, Paphos was the capital of Cyprus, but due to many unfortunate circumstances such as an earthquake in the 4th century and Arab raids in the 9th century, many people slowly moved away to neighbouring towns.

Eventually the capital was moved inland to Nicosia. Paphos took a long time to get things put right again after all its troubles it wasn't until about 1974 that things started to pick up. The government put lots of cash into the area and built the water distribution works, roads and the International airport. Today it is a very popular seaside resort, bustling with visitors from all over the world. 

There are many historical places of interest to visit whilst in Paphos such as:

• Paphos District Archaeological Museum - A collection of Cypriot antiques.

• Byzantine Museum - A collection of pieces from the Byzantine period.

• Ayia Solomoni Church - Found in Kato Paphos, St. Paul Street.

• Paphos Odeon - A second century Odeon built out of limestone and is still used for performances.

• Paphos Castle - can be found in Kato Paphos.

• The Baths of Aphrodite - Can be found about 48Km from Paphos.

• The Tombs of the Kings - Can be found just outside of the town.

The Annabelle Hotel    

Ideally situated by the beach, overlooking the fishing harbour and within walking distance of the shops, restaurants and ancient monuments. Combines excellent central location...

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Paphos Amathus Beach Hotel    

About 2kms east of the charming fishing harbour of Paphos and close to restaurants, tavernas and shops, the Paphos Amathus offers the ultimate luxury in very relaxing surroundings.

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Coral Beach Hotel & Resort    

Set in ten acres in a secluded location amidst lush landscape gardens, it is right on a 500 metre sandy beach of Coralia Bay. 10 kms west of Paphos Town it is connected...

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The Elysium Beach Resort    

This newly built hotel, opened in the Spring of 2002, has a unique architectural character and a charm that provides a feeling of openness and tranquility. 

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Alexander the Great Beach Hotel     

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Aloe Hotel    

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Almyra Beach Hotel    

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Athena Beach Hotel    

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Cynthiana Beach Hotel    

The Cynthiana is situated some 8kms west of Paphos along the coast on a headland and flanked by banana plantations, south of Kissonerga village. An ideal hotel to relax and explore the surrounding...

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Kissos Hotel    

Kissos Hotel is located in Paphos, at a distance of 3 minutes drive from the city centre, on the southwest coast of Cyprus, close to the port of Paphos, 300 metres from the beach...

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Azia Beach Hotel    

Ideally located to the south of Lemba village, off the main road to Coral Bay, well placed to explore the countryside, it is only 150 metres from the beach. Paphos town is only 5kms...

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St. George Hotel is located on the beach of Chlorakas Village, on the southwest coast of Cyprus, close to the port of Paphos and at a distance of 20 minutes drive from Paphos International Airport.

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