The sea is beautiful and clear. The beach is good. Was clean. Nissi Beach is worse. Dirty, a lot of algae.
The Atlantica Sancte Napa Hotel is located in an excellent location, in the heart of the entertainment of Ayia Napa. The hotel is simple but clean and tidy. We did not observe any foreign smells, the towel was changed every day, we did not see insects and bugs. Since it is located in the city center, music is heard in the evenings, so I recommend it only to people who love fun and noise. If you need peace and quiet - then you need to go away from the center.
About food:
They fed well. The stomachs did not hurt, which for me personally is a very important point. The food was meat (chicken, pork, veal, lamb), white fish, shrimp, potatoes in different variations, spaghetti and vegetables (eggplants, blue ones, cucumbers, tomatoes, carrots, peppers, lettuce, olives, etc. ). For breakfast, muffins, pancakes, various types of cooked eggs, sausages, bacon, etc.
There was not much choice of sweets for dinner (only vein cakes, a couple of types of biscuit and simple ice cream. Once a week, however, oriental sweets were given). Of the fruits, there were only oranges, grapefruits and canned pineapples. True, oranges are very tasty there. Drinks for dinner are paid.
About the sea:
The sea is really amazing! Very clean and transparent! The sand is white, it doesn't muddy the water! There are no special living creatures swimming (which I personally love : ))) it is especially good to be there with children, because at first it is small, and then deep.
We also went to Nissi Beach, which is next to the Nissian hotel. Actually, nothing special. This beach is somehow not very different from other beaches.
About excursions:
Indeed, very expensive excursions are offered by travel agencies! We did not ride donkeys, as we read reviews that it was just wasted money.
We took 1 excursion for 65 euros / person to Kerineia - the northern part of Cyprus. I want to note that the Northern part of Cyprus is not particularly promoted by agencies, but this is the only place in Cyprus that is worth seeing! The Turkish part of Cyprus is very beautiful, but since the Greeks themselves have a bad attitude towards the Turks, they do not particularly advertise their tours there. We would also like to go to the mountains, but there was not enough time.
We also went by boat on the sea! But we bought this excursion directly near the ships, since they are much cheaper there! For 20 euros per person, they took us half a day on the sea and fed us a delicious lunch! We really liked this excursion (but you just need to go not on a black boat! ) A similar excursion through a travel agency costs about 80 euros / person ! ! !
About shops and gifts:
We initially thought that there was good shopping in Larnaca. We went there and were disappointed with the shopping experience.
There is nothing special to buy there and our stores are better. But on the other hand, we drove around the city in a nice car and got positive emotions from the city itself! By the way, near our hotel there is a good supermarket where you can buy home olive oil, cosmetics and other souvenirs. There prices were the cheapest compared to other stores in the city.
As for wine, I really liked the local dry red wine from Keo.
I especially liked the feeling of complete freedom of action and security (I compare it with holidays in Turkey).
I think no one will be bored in Cyprus. For example, we rented bicycles, explored distant beaches, went to Cape Greco (of course, the road is difficult in places due to descents and ascents), but this is surmountable. The main desire. .
The sea is as beautiful as in glossy magazines!
I was very pleased with the attitude of both the staff at the hotel and ordinary people on the street, I got the opinion that people are disinterested and do not try to squeeze the maximum out of tourists))
I did not expect such a level from 3 stars, the cleanliness and variety of food is better than 4 stars in Turkey. The room is also quite good.
Thanks to the sunny island for the hospitality!
Dad and two children rested in a wonderful three-star hotel Atlantica Sancta Napa. Excellent location 5 minutes walk from the center of the nightlife of the resort, 100 meters from the sandy beach (through the back gate). Really attentive and friendly staff. The room was in a bungalow, small but cozy. As many have noted, the all-inclusive food deserves special praise. Everything is fresh and very tasty. Pure truth!
One day was devoted to the water park "Water World". Not only the children were delighted. In the evenings we visited the amusement park. A huge area occupied by attractions for children and adults. We also visited the Monastery of Agia Napa.
The only drawback of holidays in August in Cyprus is the intense heat. Sun creams are a must.
They say that God created the world and, seeing its beauty, shed a tear of tenderness and delight, and this tear of God became the sea washing Cyprus.
Cyprus is a very comfortable country for a holiday with any company.
To everyone who has gathered or is still going - a pleasant stay!
IN SUMMARY: as we expected, our holiday in Cyprus and in this hotel became (at the moment) the MOST UNFORGETTABLE!!! ! The main thing is to find yourself a cool company and all the minor flaws will not bother you! !