Guide to Ayia Napa

"Beaches, bars and big beats – in Ayia Napa, there's always room for a party.'

Think of the Mediterranean's most famous beach-and-party resorts. Chances are Ibiza and Majorca are on the list… and Ayia Napa almost certainly makes the top three. This is one high-energy, high-heat, high-level entertainment town. And hedonism in the sun tops the holiday priority charts. You come here to have fun and Ayia Napa offers endless ways to achieve your goal. The silvery white sand, twinkling blue sea and the day-long sunshine are a good place to start. Immerse yourself in water sports. Get stuck into some beach games. Or sip ice-cold cocktails at the beach bar. And when the sun starts to dip, Ayia Napa comes to life. For a traditional take, away from the bright lights, it's all about the meze dinner in the old town. Then it's time to hit the tiles. The nightlife in Ayia Napa is the stuff of Clubbers' Guide legend. Happy Hour seems to run round the clock. Bars belt out banging tunes. And club DJs keep the sounds spinning 'til sun-up. One not to be missed is the famous foam party – but don't wear your best togs, those soapy suds sure are messy! But if you're thinking that's all there is to Ayia Napa, guess again. Behind the party scene lies a captivating town with a quaintly cobbled old quarter. There's a shaded main square lined with dignified buildings and quiet places to stop and rest in the heat of the day. There's even a medieval monastery, built by the Venetians, which dates back to the 16th century. So it's safe to say that this baby's got it all.

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Ayia Napa hotels and apartments

Our hotels and apartments in Ayia Napa include Anthea Apartments, Hotel Alion Beach, Hotel Atlantica Club Sungarden Beach, Hotel Atlantica Sancta Napa, Hotel Grecian Bay, Hotel Grecian Sands, Hotel Mermaid, Hotel Nestor, Loutsiana Apartments, Senator Apartments, Thalassines Villas, Tsokkos Holiday Apartments and Vias Apartments.

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Looking for holidays in Larnaca Region? Our Larnaca Region holiday destinations include Ayia Napa, Nissi Beach and Protaras.

Beaches

Ayia Napa is home to some of the best beaches in Cyprus. Its main stretch, Grecian Bay, is a crescent swathe of golden sand that shelves gently into the calm waters of the sea. Here, you'll find a wide variety of watersports on offer such as waterskiing, windsurfing, jet-skiing and scuba diving. Head west from the harbour and you'll find Nissi Beach, and beyond that, Makronissos Beach. The rugged coastline of Ayia Napa, with its bays and coves comprising silvery white sand lapped by crystal clear waters, is a joy to discover...so explore and enjoy!

Eating out

Whether it's traditional dishes in a local taverna or a Thai curry that takes your fancy, Ayia Napa has a host of restaurants to choose from, whatever your tastes. Why not sample some authentic cuisine and try some mouthwatering 'meze' - a selection of Cypriot appetisers and small dishes that are sure to tantalise your tastebuds?

Nightlife

Famed for its nightlife the world over, Ayia Napa is a clubber's paradise. The town's streets simply overflow with colourful discos, cutting edge nightclubs and umpteen bars. Most venues offer either karaoke, international DJs or big screen sport. One thing's for sure, with so much going on you'll never be at a loose end in Ayia Napa!

Shopping

By day Ayia Napa's large main square is an excellent spot to people watch - set yourself down in a shady corner with a cool, refreshing drink and let the world go by. Once the sun sets, the square fills up with stalls that sell jewellery, pottery and leather goods. Also, look out for the Lefkara lace that's beautifully embroidered. The rest of Ayia Napa offers a large number and variety of shops for all of those holiday essentials.

Local information

Away from the beaches and nightclubs, Ayia Napa has a number of local attractions. Take a relaxing stroll around the old, picturesque harbour and watch the many colourful fishing boats head out to sea. Alternatively, why not take in the 'Palaces'? This is a set of bizarre rock formations that pepper the coast between Limnara Beach and Cape Greco and are well worth a view.