Arkin Palm Beach Hotel  

On Famagusta’s east coast in Northern Cyprus, this award-winning beach hotel fronts the Mediterranean with a private golden beach. It’s close to Palm Beach, the Varosha district and the Ocean Aquarium, about 4 km from Famagusta city centre; Nissi Beach and Fig Tree Bay sit roughly 20 km away.

Modern, elegant rooms with sea or pool views and private balconies set the tone. Rooms include minibars, TVs and bathrobes; bathrooms offer bathtubs or rainfall showers and complimentary toiletries. The property pairs sleek design with a full spa and wellness area for low-key luxury.

Private golden beach, indoor and outdoor pools, poolside bar and a beach club pouring Caribbean-style tropical cocktails. Spa & wellness centre with massage, sauna, steam bath and hamam, plus a fitness centre and lifeguards on site. Complimentary wired and wireless internet, free parking, transfers, concierge, laundry and car rental services keep things easy.

24-hour business centre, conference centre and meeting rooms for events, with wired and wireless internet throughout and a 24-hour front desk. Free valet parking available onsite.

Two restaurants including the Cascata for sophisticated dining, two cafes, pool and beach bars and two lounges. Expect tropical cocktails at the beach club, snacks throughout the day, 24-hour room service and a complimentary buffet breakfast served daily from 7:30–10:30.