Constantinou Bros Athena Beach Hotel is a superior four-star hotel with the sort of facilities that suit golf groups, couples and mixed-ability trips. You've got three freshwater outdoor pools (one heated) plus two paddling pools, along with a waterslide for a more relaxed, holiday feel between rounds. For activities, there's a tennis court, table tennis and volleyball, and the bowls set-up is a real bonus if your group likes a competitive afternoon that doesn't involve a scorecard. The 18-rink outdoor facility and 6-rink indoor option mean you can keep the competition going whatever the weather.
If recovery is higher on your priority list, there's an indoor heated pool, indoor and outdoor Jacuzzis and a health spa offering a sauna, Roman steam bath, thalassotherapy, massages, Shiatsu, aromatherapy, reflexology, facials, manicure and pedicure, plus hair salon services. It's an easy place to wind down after a hot day on the course. In the evenings, the hotel keeps things lively with shows, musical nights, aqua gym and dancing lessons, though it never feels like you have to join in.
Rooms are spacious, twin-bedded and well equipped, with air conditioning, a balcony or patio, a bath and rain shower, flat-screen satellite TV, direct-dial telephone, fridge and tea and coffee-making facilities. A minibar can be requested if you want to keep drinks and snacks in the room. Staff are used to early starts and can help with practicalities like breakfast timings and local taxi arrangements to the courses, which makes a difference when you're juggling tee times and transfers.
Dining is straightforward and varied. The Atrium main restaurant covers Mediterranean favourites buffet-style, while Zephyr is the à la carte option for a slightly smarter evening with international cuisine. For something lighter, Leda snack restaurant and the Adonis Grill bar by the pool are ideal for lunch or a quick bite before heading out. The grill bar only opens in summer, so if you're visiting in the cooler months you'll be relying on Leda and the main restaurants. Room service runs 24 hours, which is handy if your tee times and transfers make the day run long.
The combination of location, facilities and dining options makes the Athena Beach Hotel a solid pick for golfers who want a sociable, well-equipped spot with easy access to some of Cyprus's best layouts, plus the freedom to explore Paphos Harbour, the archaeological sites and the local restaurant scene without feeling tied to the resort.
