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Opening in Autumn 2024
Connecting you to the heartbeat of Cyprus’s historic capital, Amyth of Nicosia is a chic haven of ‘at-home hospitality’. Located within the city’s ancient Venetian walls and steps from its culture and creativity, discover artfully restored spaces for inspired relaxation…
After exploring Nicosia’s stories, retreat to 10 elegant rooms and suites, a restaurant showcasing authentic Cypriot flavours, and an in-the-know bar with a view.
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Discover more Explore an Ancient Walled City
Built in the sixteenth century, the mighty Venetian walls of Nicosia enclose a fascinating city ripe for exploring. Led by local expert, archaeologist and art historian Anna Marangou , the tours offer behind-the-scenes secrets starting right outside the hotel’s door. Cross the road to the artfully restored House of Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios, now home to the Cyprus Ethnological Museum, where you can discover life in Nicosia 200 years ago. Wind your way past fascinating local landmarks including the impressive Famagusta Gate in the city’s Venetian walls, and the Archbishop Square where the Folk Art Museum and many more interesting museums await.
Discover a City’s Stories on Ermou Street
Perfectly illustrating the many faces of Nicosia, Ermou Street was once the city’s hub, home to its bazaars and street vendors. Now it’s divided in two, with one half in the city’s Green Line or ‘dead zone’ – the UN-controlled buffer zone dividing North and South – and the other lively half full of boutiques, bars, cafes and galleries. Here you can discover The Centre of Visual Arts and Research (CVAR), an information- and art-filled space on a mission to share the cultural, religious, political and social history of the island, and provide a platform for peaceful coexistence and conflict resolution.
Seek a Sense of Meaningful Wonder
Marvel at some of Nicosia’s most famous religious buildings, renowned for their historical significance and sense of peaceful contemplation. Right in the heart of Nicosia, five churches spanning 13 centuries of architecture boast elaborate carvings, beautiful iconography and stone belltowers. Then head to Omeriye Mosque, once a 14th century Augustin church, where a refreshingly cool stone interior invites quiet reflection. Our sensitively-led tours give you unique insights to the stories behind each building.
Savour a Traditional Hammam
In the heart of Nicosia’s Old Town (and just across the road from Omeriye Mosque), lies the beautifully restored Hamam Omeriye. These incredible Turkish baths date back to the 1570s and include an elegant dome, marble bench and carved troughs funnelling water from traditional fountains. Detoxifying, invigorating and energising, hammam experiences have been passed down through generations and include a combination of deep body cleansing, hot and cold rinses, and a traditional Ottoman massage with foam.
Immerse in the City’s Vibrant Art Scene
Go behind the scenes to explore Nicosia’s melting pot of cultural influences and artforms, from ceramics and silversmithing to Byzantine hagiography. The Cyprus Handicraft Center breathes new life into traditional crafts, while the city’s passionate young pioneering artists find a home in creative innovation hub, CYENS Thinker Maker Space. Across the city, a vibrant and ever-growing art scene finds its expression in a dazzling array of galleries, including Is Not Gallery, Diachroniki and Tehnis Dromena Gallery – great places to grab an arty souvenir from your stay.