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Review score

Based on 276 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.9

  • Comfort

    8.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    8.4

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    7.8

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Loved it, and will go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights

    All ofthe staff were friendly and courteous but some were not helpful...

    The hotel is wonderful. Enjoyed the timetble and activities. Felt pampered and at home there.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 March 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would have preferred a better equipped and maintained fitness center but otherwise, it was perfect.

    We loved the Secret Forest! It provided exactly the kind of radical relaxation experience we were looking for. The food was outstanding. Workshops were engaging and challenging. Level of service was high

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 November 2023

    9.0
    Unique concept for Cyprus
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights

    During our visit this place was oriented solely toward Israeli tourists and the staff was very surprised that some non-Israeli people have booked a stay here. Food was only Israelian cuisine, events, guidance for yoga classes, and other activities were held in Hebrew, so we felt a little bit out of place. Suggest making a place more inclusive or having a clear positioning as an Israeli-focused resort.

    Unique concept for Cyprus – a spa resort neatly tucked in a secluded valley, with an amazing spa complex and great massages. I loved the overall experience, especially the spa day, live music with wine tasting, and hikes around the place. Truly a relaxing place and concept.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 October 2023

    7.0
    Ok but nothing amazing
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Chalet
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food was pescaterian and this was not mentioned anywhere on booking. We don't eat seafood so we could only have bread and dips, which ironically is not very healthy. Also 2 of the sauna rooms are out of order, so we could not use them. A tv would also be nice in the room, and the window in the bathroom could be smaller as everyone can see you when you're in there..

    Comfortable beds, quiet place

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    8.0
    Mindful
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The kosher food and chef’s special dishes

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    10
    Best visit to a resort ever.
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Everything! From the politeness and smile of the stuff to the perfect spa and massage, the quietness of the area, no children running around, fully soundproof rooms just amazing :)

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 10 July 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights

    The food did not cater to everyone. Only caters for a small niche market . No longer under Cypriot management which is a shame. Should cater as a local gem not a foreign destination.

    The spa was excellent. A small Gem in the forest surroundings.

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 June 2023

    10
    The kind of holiday that rebirths you.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I would say that for people who want total isolation and to keep themselves totally to themselves, this might not be the right place. The idea behind it is connection - connection to nature, to oneself and to others. I had some very beautiful, deep conversations with other guests I met there and I'm grateful for that.

    I cannot praise this place enough. The photos don't capture the magic of this place. First of all, I see a few things in other reviews that are incorrect. For example, a couple of people wrote that they were extra charges like for drinks etc. This is no longer true. I understand that the place reopened under a changed format in January 2023 so the reviews from before that are less relevant. The word I'll use to describe is "bounty." And bounty without a price tag. For example, there was an evening in the bar with a couple of musicians who were nothing less than a mashup of Pink Floyd and U2 and I legitimately don't understand how they're not already global superstars. Anyway, during the whole performance, the staff kept on plying us all with alcohol. Endless glasses of the most amazing cocktails in the world. I kept expecting there to be a bill but the bill never came - it was all included in the price of the stay. The same with wine every evening during dinner - as much as you want, you got. The spa was amazing - powerful streams of mineral water that massage your back and a bunch of different mineral pools (those are separate from the two outdoor pools). I also had an amazing massage (that was the only thing that wasn't included in the price). We took guided walks to the forest and the nearby village, a jeep tour to a waterfall and cruise to a lagoon. Even though it was supposed to be a wellness getaway, I didn't stop eating because the food was SO GOOD. Three meals a day with fresh fish, and vegetable dishes and great variety, and fruit sorbets and shakes in between. The yoga classes and the meditation were great, and I tried acroyoga for the first time. I have not a bad word to say about this place - go!

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 March 2023

    9.0
    Very special place surrounding by the nature. Great spa and service
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some rooms are dark and no view and this is regretable as around the hote, the nature is amazing

    Very quiet and refreshing place in the nature. Hotel with special service and attention.

    Stayed in March 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 February 2023

    10
    Very relaxing environment, friendly staff and excellent treatments, therapists were excellent
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    TV on movable bracket so we could watch it from bed would have been handy

    Very beautiful setting, comfortable rooms and beds

    Stayed in February 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 January 2023

    10
    Would like to come again soon.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hard to say something negative about this property.

    Very effective relaxation combined with spa treatments. Very nice and clean room. The cuisine was super high level. Excellent location.

    Stayed in January 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 January 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Executive Suite
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The Spa. The. The area.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Original Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No fridge and knife in room.

    Best place for christmas, very good territory and buildings, very cosy, personal if very friendly and helpful. Thank you for best weekends!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 December 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was some odor in the bathroom.

    Very nice location with beautiful scenery around, great spa, attentive service, delicious breakfast. We also enjoyed stifado & lamb for dinner.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2022

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Original Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pools were great ! Worth a try ! The room was great, nice comfy bed !!! And the fooood was amazing !!! The best !!!

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 15 December 2022

    8.0
    Good location to relax your mind...
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The cleaning service desires better. No kettle and neither fridge in the room. Hairdryer is very weak. Definitely overpriced. SPA pool needs a good scrabbling (my friend cut her feet on calcium formations) Hotel needs renovation in general to at least somehow justify increased prices.

    Very good location emerged in green. Fare breakfast and good dinner. Always polite, friendly and professional staff.

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 11 December 2022

    8.0
    Super nice place to relax. great SPA.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Premium Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Dew to Covid 19 ' lots of Tavernas in the surroundings were closed. so a rental car is a must

    The location was beautiful, in the middle of nature. lovely place to relax and hike around. the SPA was great

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 8 December 2022

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Original Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Would like to have an option with breakfast only (without dinner)

    Location

    Stayed in December 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 November 2022

    10
    Had a very peaceful, relaxing and calming stay..will definitely be going back!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Relaxing spa, great scenery, delicious food

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 24 November 2022

    8.0
    Recommend we will visit this venue again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Romantic Couple Spa Escape
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is a great spa situated in the hills between Paphos and Polis. It was quiet and the dinner and breakfast that was included in the package price was very good value.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 23 November 2022

    8.0
    The hotel and the service are great.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spa Suite with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The dining room - no buffet in the evening. It's a restaurant. And you have to pay extra for drinks. There is no supermarket in the area or in the hotel. And you can buy things only in a city fifteen minutes away.

    Everything was very good and nice.

    Stayed in November 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2022

    10
    It was so kind of you to surprise us with a cake for my partner's birthday.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The pools spa unfortunately did not meet our expectations totally. The last pool with the massage beds were not working. So we were a bit disappointed on that.

    Breakfast was more than delicious. Everyone was very polite and helpful but special thanks to Mrs. Soulla who was always with a smile and was really really kind and sweet with us.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2022

    10
    Excellent mid-week escape.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Bathroom fittings need some love - limescale, faulty plugs, etc., but it's no big deal.

    Lovely hotel in beautiful, quiet and green location. Great staff, nice spa facilities, good food. We were there in off-season and it was very peaceful. Comfortable beds, clean room.

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2022

    8.0
    Good value for money 💰
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Spa Suite with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Drinks extra charge (including water 💧) Room services extra charges (5 euro) Poor light in the garden Not free access to the pool only 1 time per night

    Location Room Natural view ✨️

    Stayed in October 2022

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2022

    8.0
    Great spa, an nice staff. One of the best lunches i have had in Cyprus. Peaceful and relaxing.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double/Twin Room with free access to the Spa Sulfur Pools
    • Stayed 1 night

    No Iron, and it was cold, and i was surprised their was no heater on the ac unit. The Dinner menu was very limited and my dish was poorly cooked. Thankfully the waitress brought me a seabass to replace the lamb shank ( very tough and chewy) but though it was eatable and better, it was not a patch on the seabass i had earlier which was far more superior. The starters of pumpkin soup v good, desert was limited to only 1 choice praline cheesecake , average but it was that or nothing else. I went full board but next time may just go lunch breakfast halfboard unless i can see some improvement in the dinner. The steam sauna was extra and not included which was odd, as after a dry sauna, its customary to go for a bit into the steam sauna. it was not switched on and a notice out up to contact reception if you want it.

    The room was clean and bed comfortable. Nice ristretto coffee. Lunch with hot breakfast was excellent, portion and quality . Had a seabass fillet well cooked with a nice beer by the pool and the missus had a great club sandwich. Nice waitress that afternoon. Breakfast was very good (The hot selection from menu) v good poached eggs and spinach for my other half and one of the tastiest omelettes i have ever had , with great sides hash browns , halloumi ,lounza bacon , cant list them all here. Great local wine list at dinner service. Lovey staff, all of them - they make your stay. Special praise to waitresses Anna Maria, Mirka and Anastasia.

    Stayed in October 2022

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