Located on the southern coast of Cyprus, halfway between the towns of Limassol and Paphos, Columbia Beach Resort seemingly provides the ideal retreat from which to explore the area. Not usually one to opt for big, secluded resorts, Coralie Modschiedler puts the hotel to the test.
The warm breeze that greets me as I step off the plane at Larnaca airport couldn’t be more welcoming. Summer at last. One hour’s drive later and we’re finally reaching the grand entrance of the Columbia Beach Resort. Attentive staff immediately take our luggage and escort us to reception, where a fruity champagne cocktail and our room key await.
The resort is huge – it’s got 94 suites, two restaurants, its own beach and even a small chapel – but it somehow manages to feel intimate. This effect is largely created by the cleverly spread-out, low-rise stone buildings and terracotta roof tiles that give the place a Cypriot-village feel. For the real thing, Pissouri village is just minutes away, perched on the cliffs above the bay. Small and charming, it’s got a few restaurants and cafés worth checking out, as well as stunning views of the Mediterranean coastline.
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