We live in Cyprus in the city of Limassol and we really like to go on vacation just here on the island especially because we have little girls and because you can find places here at great prices if you book in advance. We’ve been in hotels in Paphos, Limassol, Protaras and Ayia Napa. You can find detailed posts with recommendations for hotels in Paphos, recommendations for hotels in Limassol and recommendations for hotels in Ayia Napa. This post is dedicated to hotel recommendations in Protaras.
Protaras is a relaxed resort town that is suitable for both families and couples.
A post with information about things to do in Protaras and Ayia Napa with children.
All my recommendations are for all-inclusive hotels because I think this is the ideal kind of vacation to go on with children. No need to bother with food at all. At any given moment there is something to eat and there is a huge selection to choose from. In addition, the children can take whatever drink they want and the adults can enjoy it while drinking coffee and alcohol.
Protaras is easily accessible from Larnaca Airport, and the most convenient way to get there is by taxi or rental car. Taking the bus is less recommended, as it requires two buses with a transfer to Larnaca city center.
If you decide to rent a car, in my opinion it is better to search for one in the search engine Paapm Paapm. Personally, I really like to search through them because they save me time (instead of having to go to several websites) and they have the option of filtering out non-recommended rental companies. I wrote an extended post on the whole subject of car rentals abroad and I recommend reading it especially if this is your first car rental.
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In addition to my recommendations, at the end of the post you will also find recommendations on three hotels from the followers of the blog. I asked for recommendations for hotels that people really liked and I received excellent feedback.
Louis Althea Beach Hotel Protaras – 4-star all-inclusive in Protaras
We have been to the Louis Althea Hotel three times and I think it is one of the most fun hotels to visit with small children.
It is near the beach and promenade of Protaras. It has excellent rooms for families: studio, bedroom and living room and two bedrooms and living room. It has two large outdoor pools and a baby pool with a tiny slide.
It has the most charming entertainment team I have ever seen. Always keeps the kids active in the pool, in the kids’ club, and in the evening at the mini disco. The hotel is built in the style of a holiday village: there are many lawns, two-story buildings with the rooms and a main building that has the reception and other rooms.
The food there is delicious and varied. Every evening there is a different concept for the food and it is fresh. There is also a snack stand at the bar in the pool with pizzas, nuggets, Belgian waffles, fruit, and more. There are small ice creams for children all day.
The hotel is on an all-inclusive basis, so it includes non-stop food and drinks, including alcohol.
The beach is really cute and it is in a small cove. There is also a beach massage station near the hotel for those who want a massage for 20-30 minutes at an affordable price. Beyond the beach there is also a lovely promenade that is very nice to walk on with a stroller and for children on a scooter.
The only drawback is that the rooms are a bit outdated, but on the other hand, everything is clean and well maintained.
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St. Louis Hotel Elias Waterpark – 4-star all-inclusive hotel in Protaras
Louis Elias Hotel is also a chain of Louis hotels that we really liked. Unfortunately, this hotel is not on the beach, but on the bright side, it is within walking distance of the amusement park in Protaras which is a great amusement park for small children.
This hotel is also all-inclusive, with excellent food. Family rooms and lovely entertainment staff.
The advantage of this hotel is that it has a small water park with several slides, for those looking for a hotel with a water park it can be suitable. It has activities throughout the day and there is a children’s club where children over the age of four can be supervised.
I think the two hotels, both Louis Althea and Louis Elias, are excellent for families. Each has its own advantages.
However, the price of Louis Elias is a little higher.
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Recommendations from blog followers
Sunrise Oasis Waterpark Hotel – 4-star all-inclusive hotel, Protaras
Recommends: Elisheva Asher
We spent five nights in Portaras at the Sunrise Oasis Hotel.
This is an all-inclusive hotel with very nice food, a bit repetitive, but we always found something to eat. There is a large selection, and it’s delicious.
What makes the hotel recommended for families is the small water park it has. Equal slides suitable for all ages. We are a couple plus three girls. The 14-year-old enjoyed the slides and the sunbeds by the pool. The 10-year-old middle one and the 5-year-old youngest really enjoyed the pool and slides. There is a pool for the little ones, a pool only for adults, and a pool for everyone. There is a pampering bar and buffet in the pool with a full selection and everything is included; you don’t need to pay extra and there is also free ice cream all day.
The feeling is that everything is in the hotel, and you don’t have to leave it. The children’s club is also lovely – my little one really enjoyed it, made a lot of creations. In addition there is a small gymboree. What helped us was that I could stay with her (I realized that there are hotels that don’t let parents stay). She doesn’t speak English, so they let me stay with her every time; once we even stayed for three hours in a kids club.
What’s even better is the location of the hotel – next to the LIDL supermarket, and really close to the amusement park. It is also close to the main street with all the shops and restaurants and relatively close to the sea – a 10-minute walk.
Another lovely place that the girls loved: the candy store Han’s and Gretel, which is near the hotel.
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Maya Feder also recommended the Sunrise Oasis Hotel and this is what she wrote:
The hotel is perfect for families. Large and spacious rooms with a kitchenette. Three pools (main one, one for toddlers and one for adults), a water park with a variety of slides, a golf course, a children’s playground, varied activities throughout the day, and abundant and very varied food, all including alcohol. Those who stay for more than a week are given the opportunity to choose three different restaurants from the variety of restaurants of the hotel chain.
The location of the hotel is 5 minutes from the boardwalk and 10 minutes from the sea and there is a Super Lidl near the hotel if you want to buy something and a small amusement park.
Capo Bay Hotel – 5-star hotel, Protaras
Recommends: Natalie Ben Aaron
We were at the Capo Bay Hotel twice as a couple.
This is not an all-inclusive hotel. You can book on a half board basis.
I liked that you are assigned a sunbed that is yours throughout the entire vacation. You don’t have to run and catch one every morning. The bed and umbrella are registered in your name. There is an amazing beach. There is an excellent sushi restaurant. Great breakfast. The rooms are super pampering. The pools are not particularly impressive. The sea is rare. But the beach is urban, so the beds are well paid for.
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All-Inclusive Family Hotels in Protaras
- Hotels we stayed at: Louis Althea Beach and Louis Elias
- Sunrise Oasis
- Golden Coast Beach Hotel
- Cavo Zoe Seaside Hotel
Adults-Only Hotels
In summary, Protaras offers excellent hotels, including all-inclusive resorts, 5-star and 4-star options, as well as accommodations suitable for children, families, and couples. If you’re looking for a fun vacation filled with relaxation and exciting attractions, Protaras is the perfect destination.
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