Olympic Residence Deluxe Apartments

Olympic Residence Deluxe Apartments is an aparthotel for divers who prefer room to spread out, cook something simple and recover properly rather than live out of a suitcase. The complex occupies two 20-floor towers on Limassol's beachfront, with panoramic views and direct access to the sandy beach managed by Olympic Residence. Couples get a full apartment rather than a compact hotel room; families get separate bedrooms and living space, which is usually more civilised than negotiating over one bathroom and a single bedside table.

English is spoken by the hotel team, alongside French, German, Greek and Russian. That matters when you are arranging an airport transfer, asking about a late meal or trying to explain that the mysterious object in your hand is not, in fact, a kitchen utensil. The atmosphere is that of a substantial residential complex, with a country club, pools, spa, tennis and a courtyard of boutiques rather than a small, self-contained beach lodge.

You are in Limassol, Cyprus, directly on the coast and in the heart of the city's business district. The beach is reached straight from the property, while the coastline promenade runs alongside it. Dasoudi Beach is about 0.7 miles away, giving you another stretch of shore without turning the outing into an expedition.

The city is close enough to be useful on foot. Limassol Municipal Gardens are about 0.4 miles away, the District Archaeological Museum about 0.6 miles, and Limassol Promenade about 1 mile. Limassol Marina is within about 2 miles, while Limassol Castle is around 1.6 miles away. For a longer look at Cyprus beyond the seafront, Amathus is about 4.9 miles away and Kourion about 10 miles away.

A modern courtyard beside the towers brings designer boutiques and the Como Osteria restaurant. The old port, marina, castle and cultural centre are all within the wider walking area, so you can choose between a beach-based day and a proper town evening without relocating your entire holiday.

The useful difference here is not a fancy room label; it is the amount of domestic space behind the front door. Two-bedroom suites suit couples who want a genuine living area, or families who would rather keep sleeping and sitting in separate places. The family suites are arranged for adults travelling with children, while the larger three-bedroom suites give a group more breathing room. For two people, an Executive Two-Bedroom Suite is the sort of choice that makes sense when comfort matters more than keeping every spare metre unused.

Every apartment has a stylish living and kitchen area, with a dining table, seating area and desk. The kitchen includes a fridge, oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle and kitchenware, while a washing machine and tumble dryer help when the holiday wardrobe has met salt water, sunscreen and a poorly timed lunch. Daily housekeeping is available. Several options have two bathrooms, although the private-pool apartment has one, so check the individual room card if bathroom logistics matter to your group.

Concealed climate control keeps the living space comfortable when the Cypriot heat has done its work, and soundproofing gives you a better chance of a quiet night. Balconies or terraces, gardens and views vary by apartment, with private-pool and private-hot-tub options for those who want their own outdoor feature. Extra-long beds, bathrobes and slippers are practical touches; cots are available for young children on request, while extra beds are not available.

COMO Osteria Lounge & Bar serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, so you have a straightforward option on site whether you want food before heading out or a proper meal when the day's exertions have caught up with you. Breakfast is included, and it is served from 08:00 to 11:30. Room service is available on request, useful when the sensible plan is food, a shower and not much else.

There are three named bars: the Cigar Lounge, Pool Bar and Sisha Bar. The Pool Bar handles snacks and drinks beside the outdoor pool, while the coffee shop provides hot and cold beverages. Snacks and drinks are also available from the on-site vending machines, and grocery deliveries can be arranged if you intend to make use of the apartment kitchen rather than dine out every evening.

The apartment layout gives you a second way to eat. With an oven, hob, microwave, fridge and dining table, you can keep supper simple, store breakfast supplies or prepare something between outings without pretending that every meal needs a dress code. Special-diet menus are available on request, and packed lunches are offered.

Three pools give you several ways to spend a non-diving day: an outdoor swimming pool with an open-air whirlpool, a children's pool and an indoor pool with hydromassage. Sun loungers, beach chairs, umbrellas and pool or beach towels are available, so you can claim a patch of shade without turning the exercise into an equipment-management project.

Olympic Residence Spa is the more purposeful recovery option. It has an indoor pool with hydromassage, a hammam, sauna, treatment rooms, a relaxation area, changing rooms and showers. Treatments include massages and facials, while the wider beauty area covers hairdressing, manicures, pedicures and other beauty services. The fitness club includes a modern gym, yoga, Pilates and aerobics, with fitness classes and personal training also available.

Tennis is available on site, with equipment, and there is also table tennis and billiards when you want something less athletic. Families have a children's playground and covered children's pool, while the gardens and direct beach access make it easy to split the day: one person reads, another swims, and nobody has to organise a complicated excursion.

Paphos International Airport is about 36 miles from the property by road, and Larnaca International Airport about 41 miles. Olympic Residence can arrange transfers from either airport, privately or by shared shuttle, through the property. Car hire is also available, and free private underground parking is provided on site without a reservation.

Check-in starts at 14:00 and check-out is by 12:00. Check-in and check-out take place at Main Reception A; you will need photo identification and the card used for the reservation. Cash is not accepted. The reception and concierge service operate around the clock, with luggage storage, a tour desk, private check-in and check-out, and an on-site cash machine available.

Free WiFi covers the property, with a recorded speed suitable for 4K streaming and video calls on several devices. The apartments are non-smoking, accessible to wheelchair users, and upper floors are reached by lift. Children of any age are welcome; children aged four and over are charged as adults, and cots for children up to two years old are available subject to the selected accommodation.