About this property

Hosted in an 1929 stone building, New Helvetia Historic Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in Cyprus, ran by the 4th generation of owners and offers free WiFi, and on-site fitness facilities. It is located in Pano Platres, at the foot of the Troodos Mountains. Platres Athletic Centre can be reached within a 5-minute drive. Trooditissa Monastery is a 10-minute drive away. A 250-year-old pine tree growing through the roof is the centrepiece of the lobby, which also features an ancient brick fireplace. Guests can relax in the TV corner while enjoying a drink from the lounge bar. Certified Cypriot breakfast is served in the morning. The rooms of the vintage-style New Helvetia Historic Hotel have en suite bathrooms, and are equipped with radio and satellite TV. All rooms have a balcony looking out onto the pine trees. The several outdoor activities of the Troodos Ski Resort can be easily reached by car. Free private parking is available at the New Helvetia Historic Hotel. Limassol is 36 km from the property while, Larnaca International Airport is 103 km from the hotel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

    • Free private parking available at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
1 double bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
3 single beds
2 single beds
and
1 bunk bed
1 single bed
or
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Maria
    Cyprus Cyprus
    Had character. Breakfast was good. There is a nice veranda serving coffees and drinks throughout the day.
  • Bryan
    Cyprus Cyprus
    Very comfortable studio in the Annex, complete with fridge and twin-hotplate. Great views of the forests from the balcony. Very quiet when we were there because no other studios were occupied.
  • Emma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely loved our stay at the New Helvetia Hotel! The building is full of character and charm, with a rich history that the friendly staff and owner were more than happy to share. Everyone was so welcoming and helpful throughout our visit. The...
  • Elena
    Cyprus Cyprus
    The hotel is absolutely beautiful. We will definitely visit this place again. It was peaceful and quiet, a perfect spot to relax. The breakfasts were excellent, and the staff were kind and attentive. Everything felt welcoming and cozy — it truly...
  • Alexey
    Cyprus Cyprus
    The hotel’s century-old building exudes character, charm, and a unique atmosphere. The facilities were well maintained, with cozy common areas and panoramic forest views adding to the experience The staff stood out for their helpfulness and...
  • Florence
    France France
    The neighbourhood was nice, the trees around and the sound of birds was peaceful. The hotel is beautiful.
  • Alison
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    This hotel has so much history attached it’s really interesting. The location is great and the new renovations have updated the hotel without loosing any of its charm. We loved our stay here
  • Murat
    Cyprus Cyprus
    As always, everything was great. Even just being there and experiencing that historical spirit alone is enough… Meeting with the classic car enthusiast owners this time, was a bonus.. 👀
  • Elena
    Cyprus Cyprus
    The location, the building, the view, the staff - everything was perfect. The pine trees all around, the mountains, the historical building, the nightingales singing - it was a magical experience. There is a couple of fireplaces in the common...
  • Nicole
    Cyprus Cyprus
    A historic, family-owned gem surrounded by nature! Here, you’ll experience true Cypriot hospitality combined with a breath of fresh mountain air. The hotel is beautiful and full of character, with comfortable rooms, brand new bathrooms, and a...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • The Verandah
    • Cuisine
      Local • International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional • Romantic

Facilities of New Helvetia Historic Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Room service
  • Restaurant
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Ski

  • Ski equipment hire on site
  • Ski storage

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Games room
  • Skiing
    Off-site

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid meals
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Currency exchange

Entertainment and family services

  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Trouser press
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • Safety deposit box

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Car hire
  • Packed lunches
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Wellness

  • Fitness
  • Sun umbrellas

Languages spoken

  • German
  • Greek
  • English

House rules

New Helvetia Historic Hotel takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 18:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property serves traditional Cypriot breakfast certified by the Cypriot Tourism Organisation.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

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