BeSeeingYou at: The Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel, in Paphos, Cyprus
Location: Paphos, Cyprus
Number of rooms and suites total: 111 hotel suites
Date of Stay: October 2024
Website https://www.asimina-cbh.com
Why book?
With its myths, legends and abundant antiquities, Cyprus is a destination where beauty and love reign in many forms and locales. One such place is the five-star, adult-only Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel, ideally positioned on the largest sandy beach in Paphos, just 15 kilometres from the airport and 20 minutes away from Aphrodite’s Rock, said to be the birthplace of the Greek Goddess of love, beauty and desire.
With two outdoor freshwater swimming pools, spacious suites (some with private pools and all with large balconies), and four restaurants, Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel makes an easy home base for discovering Cyprus.
Who’s staying?
As a family-owned property, Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel sparkles with personalised service and welcomes returning guests eager to reconnect with the staff they have come to know. Travellers looking to stay in a relaxed yet upscale environment also find themselves sinking their toes in the sand at this luxurious resort.
Adult travellers and families stay for its proximity to historic sites, wineries, beaches and small towns.
Friends looking for a sunny winter getaway or summer hot spot can lounge by the pools and enjoy the beach and couples choose it to celebrate anniversaries and other special occasions.
Spacious suites are just one reason to call Constantinou Bros Asimina home
Rooms & Suites
Luxury is the focus of the resort, with its 111 comfortable and spacious suites, some with private pools and wooden decks, and others with roomy balconies.
A superb range of amenities is found inside each, including air conditioning and central heating, a separate lounge area (for most types of suites), deluxe marble bathrooms, flat screen LCD satellite TV and radio, bathrobes and slippers, tea and coffee, a minibar, and many more special touches like huge beach towels are at the ready for sunbathing by the sea.
There is also free WiFi in all rooms, public areas and gardens, and free parking.
Spill the tea: how’s the…
…food and drink?
If you fancy variety, you’ll be pleased to find four restaurants.
Estia Restaurant showcases a colourful buffet of fresh ingredients and dishes, including Cypriot favourites and of course, show cooking to tailor-make dishes for all preferences and palettes. In the evening, themed buffets are served while musical and dance performances from local Cypriot artists add to the atmosphere of the indoor and outdoor al fresco dining areas.
There is also an elegant indoor restaurant called A La Carte.
Dine poolside or at one of the other three restaurants on the property
At lunchtime, casual dining is offered at the Pool Restaurant while various bars are dotted around to provide different viewing perspectives while sipping a cocktail.
The Kymata Restaurant is extremely popular, especially with a saxophonist playing under the tree. This tavern-style dining venue sits by the sea where guests can also listen to the water lapping against the shore. Lunch is served here as well as under the moonlight. Menus included delicious fresh fish and steak. In addition, the gazebo is a perfect location for sipping a glass of bubbly with canapes while watching the sunset.
And with a celebration in mind, a cosy candlelight dinner overlooking the Mediterranean Sea can be arranged on the pier for a memorable moment.
The hotel has two outdoor and interconnected freshwater swimming pools
…Vibe?
This is not “Heartbreak Hotel,” but an Elvis lookalike may serenade you during the week. Put on your dancing shoes when he’s in the building and enjoy other entertainment each evening.
Every Friday, join the complimentary cocktail-making class or gin talk, including tastings.
I attended George’s gin presentation, which detailed the new era of botanical gins that add delicate hints of natural fruits, herbs and flowers such as pepper from Indonesia, flowers from the Black Forest, roses from Bulgaria. It was fascinating and well worth tasting, especially if you like gin.
This high level of personal service reflects the family values of this hotel whose staff is friendly and attentive.
…Amenities?
Two outdoor, freshwater swimming pools, attractive gardens with palm trees, a heated indoor swimming pool, a tennis court, a well-organised fitness room with group exercise classes such as pilates, yoga, stretch, and aqua aerobics—what more can I say?!
How about the Elixir Spa where a range of treatments and excellent massages are available to book. Or just come to chill in the sauna, steam bath and relaxation area. There’s a hair salon too if you need a refresh before a big event or special dinner.
…Neighbourhood?
While Paphos offers a charming harbour, a visit to Paphos Old Town is a must. It’s walkable and comes to life in the mornings and evenings but shutters come down at lunchtime. The town centre is modern with trendy shops and a traditional market.
In 2017 Paphos was bestowed the title of European Capital of Culture due to the many sites of historical, cultural and religious interests. It is included in UNESCO’s list of World Cultural Heritage sites which include The Tombs of the Kings, the Medieval Fort, the Odeon, the House of Dionysos, Aphrodite’s Rock and the Baths of Aphrodite. It was also European Capital of Smart Tourism in 2023.
Paphos Old Town is a 20-minute walk from the resort
Recommended Day Trips
Paphos Harbour & Castle
The Harbour in Paphos holds several major attractions, including Paphos Castle and the Keto Pathos archaeological park. Built as a medieval fort, Paphos Castle was designed to guard Paphos Harbour while it was ruled by the Byzantine Empire. It was rebuilt by the Lusignans in the 1200s, then dismantled and rebuilt again in the 1500s by the Ottomans. Today the remnants include a tower, grim prison cells, and the rooftop battlements where cannons once stood. In the late 1800s, the castle became a British salt storehouse.
Here it’s like stepping back in time into Greek mythology and discovering ruins dating back to prehistoric times. Paphos Archaeological Park contains the major part of the important ancient Greek and Roman city. Its sites and monuments date from prehistoric times through to the Middle Ages. The park is still under excavation.
The Paphos Mosaics are one of the most popular places to see some of the best ancient mosaics in the world. There are five houses to visit displaying mosaics with different themes, from goddesses, gods, daily life and battles. The mosaics in vibrant colours of scenes from Greek mythology were decorative floor coverings of the houses that were constructed in the area during the Hellenistic and Byzantine eras. The mosaics are located a short walk from Paphos Harbour and are part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Aphrodite’s Rock
An image of natural beauty sits at Petra tou Romiou, otherwise known as Aphrodite’s Rock, a sea stack along the coast between Paphos and Limassol. Its name comes from a Greek myth that claims this to be the birthplace of the goddess Aphrodite who emerged from the foamy waters here. Today, it’s still considered to be a sacred spot in Cyprus and attracts visitors from around the world.
Further afield, a drive will take you past orange and olive groves, and charming villages and monasteries hidden amongst mountains.
Agia Paraskevi Church
In Geroskipou, 3.5 kilometres east of Paphos is Agia Paraskevi Church, an example of Byzantine architecture dating back to the ninth century. The interior is wall-painted with works from many periods of centuries. The temple is a three-aisled vaulted basilica with five domes. It is unclear whether this temple was built on the remains of an earlier temple that honoured the goddess Aphrodite.
Cyprus Food & Wine Scene
Enjoy the island’s local dishes, from traditional meze and salads to freshly caught seafood. The food is similar to Greek cuisine. Halloumi (the squeaky cheese) is actually the island’s most famous product.
And for those with a sweet tooth, Arsinoe Yeroskipos Delights, which is a family business operating since 1895, produces Cypriot delights, with flavours of bergamont, mint and mango while remaining faithful to the traditional recipe, made in copper cauldrons on site.
They are located near Geroskipou Square. Make sure you arrive hungry if visiting the village restaurant Stou Kir Yianni, an old restored mansion house in Omodos, near the Trodoos Mountains. The courses are multiple, colourful and copious.
Cyprus boasts a wine culture that stretches back 6,000 years and offers various vineyards and wine-tasting opportunities. The Ktima Gerolemo Winery & Vineyards opened its doors in February 1987 in Omodos, and sits on a 127-acre estate, two miles north-west of Omodos Village. Try the Commandaria, an amber-coloured sweet wine liqueur made in the Commandaria region.
It represents an ancient wine style documented in Cyprus back to 800 BC and has the distinction of being the world’s oldest named wine still in production. This area is part of the designated six wine routes, organized by the Cyprus Tourism Organisation.
Enjoy gourmet Cypriot food at Stou Kir-Yianni Restaurant
Plan your trip at www.visitcyprus.com
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Author bio: Jane Wilson, The Wellness Traveller*
*Jane stayed as a guest of the Constantinou Bros Asimina Suites Hotel. All opinions are her own.
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