The beaches of Ayia Napa in Cyprus always meet their guests with soft white sand, bright sun and crystal clear waters of the Mediterranean Sea. In this city are really the best beaches of the island , so they attract so many tourists. The resort town is located in one of the picturesque bays, there is always calm and there is almost no waves on the sea. Next we will tell you about the best beaches of Ayia Napa.
General information
All the beaches that are located in Ayia Napa are marked with a blue flag. You can watch it near the roadway. It means that the beach is awarded an international quality award, that is safe, clean and comfortable for all holidaymakers. Absolutely on all beaches with such a "mark" you will find:
- Water sports and entertainment (scooter, catamaran, skis, etc.);
- saving booths;
- medical centers;
- souls, toilets and locker rooms;
- rent of umbrellas, chaise lounges, toys for children.
It is worth noting that the cost of renting supplies on the beaches of Ayia Napa is much lower than in Protaras . For example, for a chaise-longue with you will require 2.5 euros (day), as much and for an umbrella.
Nissi Beach (Nissi Beach)
Nissi Beach Beach in Ayia Napa takes the first place of honor, it is the most popular among residents and tourists. How did he deserve such glory? Its snow-white soft sand, pure turquoise water and a lot of entertainment. The length of the beach is quite impressive: 2 km in length and 300 m in width, which means that it can accommodate more than 1,000 people. Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa is connected to a small island by a sandy path. In honor of him, he received his name. If there is a surge of water, then the sand track to the island hides under the waters of the Mediterranean Sea, and at low tide, on the contrary.
On the island there are points of rental of water transport. People who are looking for vivid entertainment on Nissi Beach await foam parties (since the morning), volleyball and football (on special coastal areas), discos, clubs and bars. If you want to retire or have a rest with young children, then Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa is not the best option. It is suitable mainly for the younger generation or for those who love noisy discos. There is Nissi Beach another minus - flowering algae. They fill the shore between July and August. They try to clean them all the time, but still you can stumble on a plant while swimming.
Along the coastline of Nissi Beach are the chic hotels where you can stay. From them to the beach you need to overcome only a couple of minutes walk. Highlights of tourists are such hotels: Vassos Nissi Plage Hotel (4 stars), Atlantica Hotel (5 stars), Adams Beach Hotels (5 stars). From their rooms are opened chic views of the sea horizons. Driving to Nissi Beach in Ayia Napa is easy, because it is located 15 minutes walk from the city center.
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Adams Beach
Among the best beaches of Ayia Napa is Adams Beach. It was located on the territory of the hotel of the same name. Its dimensions are not as large as that of Nissi Beach: only 500 m in length and 100 in width. The beach is sandy-stony. In the stony part of the beach there are comfortable staircases for immersion in water. The beach itself is clean and well equipped, there are deck chairs, umbrellas and water entertainments on it. You will have to pay only for renting water equipment. Specially for children on Adams Beach in Ayia Napa there are water slides, one of them is steeper (for children from 10 years old), and the second one for very young children.
There is a special highlight at the beach Adams Beach in Ayia Napa - a small church. In principle, it became the pearl of the hotel. Created it specifically for those who want to get married and hold a wedding ceremony on the shore of a beautiful island. Of course, the church is consecrated and the festive mass is held there.
Adams Beach in Ayia Napa is located just 4 km from the city center. The bus will help you to reach it, the fare - 1,5 euros. But since the island is very rarely used by public transport, we advise you to take a taxi.
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Makranisos Beach
If you are looking for a quiet place in Ayia Napa for a family holiday, it is better than the beach Makranisos, you will not find. It has its own peculiarity - archaeological excavation of tombs in the eastern part of the coast. Makranisos, like all the best beaches of Ayia Napa, also boasts a blue flag, which speaks of its arrangement, cleanliness and security. Indeed, there are rescue teams and medical posts on the beach. Still here you can find instructors in swimming or aerobics.
Minus the beach - very small parking, which is already at 9 am packed with cars. The entrance to the water is gentle and without stones, so parents prefer to have a rest with children here. The length of the beach is half a kilometer, and this, in principle, is not small, but at the weekend it is not easy to find a place for rest on it. Of course, for tusovshchikov this beach will be boring, because there are no discos or clubs. But there is a large cozy restaurant, where you can taste dishes from European or national Cypriot cuisine .
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Lanta Beach, or Golden Sands
Lanta Beach in Ayia Napa is located between Nissi Beach and Makronisos . In size it is quite small, but quiet, cozy and equipped with everything you need for a beach holiday: equipment rental points, showers, cozy restaurants and a rescue team. The beach has a large paid parking and several nightclubs. Here, too, a lot of people are going to have a rest, especially on weekends. This, in fact, is the main minus of Lanta. The beach is surrounded by rocky beaches, on one side is a small pier where you can rent a yacht. Asterias Beach Hotel - the closest hotel to Lanta, from it to the shore you will spend a maximum of 10 minutes walking.
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Kermia Beach
Kermia Beach in Ayia Napa is the place where you can relax from the city's bustle. It was located near the eponymous complex of pitchfork, its dimensions are quite small - 350 m in length and only 25 m in width. The infrastructure of the beach, as well as on all the banks of Ayia Napa, is quite developed: umbrellas, deckchairs, water transport, showers and toilets. There are no clubs and discos, but for some it's even a plus.
On the beach you can rent a pleasure yacht and enjoy the expanses of the Mediterranean Sea. The shore is covered with soft sand, entering the water is gentle, and the sea itself is always clean and calm. Your safety will be monitored by rescuers, and medical assistance will be provided in a small bungalow on the beach. Kermia Beach is located 3 km from the center of Ayia Napa (towards Cape Greco). It is easily accessible by public transport , private or rented car .
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