Perched on the south-west coast of Cyprus, The Annabelle sits right by Paphos harbour, close enough to walk to the medieval castle and the waterfront restaurants that line the promenade. Set in six acres of tropical gardens, it feels calm and grown-up, with sea views from the waterfront side and a greener, quieter outlook from the garden-facing rooms. The location works brilliantly for golfers. You're within a short drive of the main courses around Paphos, which means more time on the range, by the pool or in the bar afterwards. Non-golfers are equally well looked after, with the harbour promenade, shops and restaurants on the doorstep and the hotel's own gardens and pools giving you that resort feel without being cut off from town.
Food and drink are a big part of the appeal. Dining ranges from relaxed, daytime options to more formal evening service, and the rooftop bar is a genuine highlight for a post-round drink with the sun dropping into the Med. Service is polished and professional, which suits couples, societies and mixed groups who want everything to run smoothly from check-in to check-out. Cyprus is a strong winter-sun option, with far fewer weather interruptions than the UK and generally excellent playing conditions through the cooler months, so you can play serious golf in January while your mates back home are stuck indoors.
Who is this for?
Golfers, couples and small groups who want a five-star base in Paphos with easy access to the region's best courses.
Who is it best for?
Winter-sun trips, societies who value a polished hotel as much as the golf and couples mixing tee times with spa time.
