The cozy town of Polis on the shores of Chrysochous Bay is called the quietest vacation spot in Cyprus. Check out what tourists think of Polis: we've collected reviews about beaches, attractions, weather and vacations with children.
Reviews of tourists about Polis
The small town in the northwest of Cyprus has a population of 3,000. Polis is prized for its calm, relaxed atmosphere, picturesque almond groves, fish fairs and colorful sailing competitions. The famous Baths of Aphrodite and the Adonis Trail are nearby.
According to tourists, Polis has an excellent sea and beaches. There are ancient sites and a beautiful nature reserve. Fans of outdoor activities go in for water sports, ride yachts and horses. For nightlife, it is better to go to other resorts in Cyprus.
Victoria: "You can talk a lot about Polis Chrysochous and with admiration. We really rested there. We lived in a camping, which is located in a eucalyptus forest right on the seashore. There are orange and olive orchards around. There is a very inexpensive supermarket nearby. You can leave things in a tent on all day and go. I absolutely love it. "
The best hotels in Polis
The resort is small in size. From the center of Polis to the sea, just a few minutes walk. The choice of hotels is less than in large cities, but tourists can find elite "five", and budget "three-ruble note", and comfortable apartments for families.
The best hotels in Polis in Cyprus, according to reviews and ratings of tourists:
Tina’s Cozy Studio 3 * - stylish apartments with a pleasant design, 1.3 km from the municipal beach of Polis. In high season, a double room costs from 64 €.
Kozis Hotel Apartments 3 * - modern apartments with a kitchenette and an outdoor pool. A double room costs from 70 €.
Droushia Heights Hotel 4 * - a cozy hotel overlooking the mountains and the Chrysochous Bay, 8 km from the center of Polis. Double room with breakfast costs from 210 €.
Louis Polis 1907 4 * is a wonderful hotel in the very center of the resort. For a double room you will pay from 120 €.
Anassa 5 * - a resort hotel 5 minutes drive from the village of Latchi. Double room with breakfast costs from 503 €.
Sandy Beach Villas 5 * is a luxury villa surrounded by gardens, 100 meters from Latchi beach. The apartments are designed for 6-8 people and cost from 1040 € per night.
Polis beaches
According to tourists, the beaches of Polis deserve all praise! The public beach is covered with pebbles, has a developed infrastructure and has been awarded the honorary Blue Flag for its cleanliness. Nearby, near the village of Latchi, there are sandy beaches that are very popular with tourists. At the height of summer, not only foreigners, but also Cypriots come here to relax.
Magnolia1775: "Aphrodite's Beach is beautiful! The place looks like a postcard, but very crowded. One of the most popular destinations in southern Cyprus, worth a visit."
Panorama of the beach of Aphrodite
Polis landmarks
Polis is an ancient city of Cyprus that was inhabited many centuries ago. To learn about its ancient history, visit the Marion-Arsinoe Museum. The city has preserved beautiful churches of St. Nicholas, Agios Andronikos and Agia Kyriaki. The nearby peninsula is occupied by the Akamas Nature Reserve, which houses the picturesque Baths of Aphrodite.
Irina Galchenko: "I really liked the archaeological museum. It is small, but laconic, everything is to the point. You can also visit several churches, wander around the compact old city with narrow and winding streets."
Vacation with children
Polis is popular with parents with children due to the peace and quiet, as well as good sandy and pebble beaches. In addition, it is easy to find hotels at the resort for every taste and budget. But there are no children's entertainment centers in the village.
Read about vacationing with children in Cyprus.
Marina and Konstantin Samorossenko: "The resort can be boring for families with children. The infrastructure is rather poor. The only large supermarket is Papantonio with a small selection of baby food and diapers. The beach is equipped, sand and pebble with a playground."
When is the best time to go
Polis lies in the subtropical Mediterranean climate zone. Winter at the resort is warm. The air temperature during the day is +15 ... + 17 ° С, and at night +8 ... + 10 ° С.
Spring starts early. In April - early May, you can already sunbathe. Not everyone decides to swim at the end of spring, because the water in the sea is only warmed up to +20 ... + 22 ° С.
Olga K .: "We were in Cyprus in Polis in May. During 10 days of rest, two days were rainy, but the rain was not very strong. All the time there was a light refreshing wind."
Summer on the island is hot, sunny and not rainy. The average temperature in June is + 26 ° С, in July and August the thermometer rises to + 33 ° С. Sea water is very warm + 26 ... + 28 ° С.
The Cypriot summer continues in September. The beach season in Polis ends in late October - early November. Then the weather becomes truly autumnal. Rains come to Cyprus and the sea is often stormy.
Conclusions: is it worth resting in Polis
Rest in Polis is suitable for couples, parents with children and elderly tourists. The town in Cyprus is good for leisurely walks and sea excursions. Nearby is the cozy village of Latchi, which is adored by connoisseurs of traditional Cypriot cuisine. The local restaurants offer amazing fish and seafood dishes.
The sea in Polis is no worse than in other resorts on the island, and the beaches are not so crowded. In the surrounding area, you can find picturesque bays that are popular with lovers of secluded relaxation. There is no nightlife at the resort.
