Casale Panayiotis

非常滿意！太喜歡了！酒店的一切都令人印象深刻！如果來塞浦路斯一定要來體驗一下這個山中的世外桃源，完全值得！

Nestled on the steep slopes of the Troodos Mountains, the village of Panayiotis in Cyprus feels like something out of a fairytale. As you approach, the sight of its terracotta rooftops clinging to the mountainside strikes you with its picturesque beauty. The village, almost magically suspended above the valley, beckons visitors with its timeless charm. The journey into Panayiotis involves navigating winding roads that offer breathtaking views at every turn. Upon arrival, the village unfolds with a mix of quaint alleyways and traditional stone houses. One of its highlights is the boutique hotel Casale Panayiotis. Tucked away at the end of a narrow alley, its reception is housed in one of the original village homes, and all the rooms are spread across these restored historic buildings, offering an authentic experience in a setting that blends rustic charm with modern comfort. However, the village itself is a bit deceptive. As you wander the winding streets, you expect to stumble upon bustling squares or hidden gems, but most paths lead to yet more clusters of old, quiet homes. The beauty of these ancient houses is undeniable, yet with every turn, you find yourself met with the same tranquil scenery, and it can grow monotonous. While Panayiotis is steeped in history, there is surprisingly little in the way of attractions or cultural experiences. Aside from the beautifully preserved medieval monastery on the outskirts, the village supermarket seems to be the only other cultural event worth visiting, offering a modest selection of local goods. Adding to the village's charm—and frustration—is the heat. In the sweltering summer sun, all you want to do is dive into a cool pool. And there it is, like a shimmering mirage—an inviting, crystal-clear swimming pool that sticks out like a glistening jewel, cantilevered over a back garden from one of the old stone houses. It’s private, of course, and completely off-limits. This tantalizing sight, hanging just out of reach, only heightens the longing for relief, making it both alluring and annoyingly inaccessible. For a touch of excitement, the village funicular is a curious novelty. This small cable car whisks you from one street to another, offering sweeping views of the village and valley as it ascends the steep hill. While the funicular is a highlight, it underscores the quiet, slow-paced nature of the village. In summary, Panayiotis is perfect for those seeking peace, history, and a scenic retreat. However, beyond its medieval monastery and charming streets, the village is quiet—sometimes to a fault—with little to offer in the way of traditional tourist attractions. Still, its serene beauty and unique accommodations make it an unforgettable, if understated, getaway.

This hotel has a mix of excellent and poor aspects. Its reception and managerial staff are excellent (and deal with all issues professionally and well) and the location (once you get there - as it is a long and winding road from Paphos) is great. However, the rooms are very variable. The family rooms are very poor: they are one two floors with a narrow staircase, which makes carrying children's equipment and suitcases very difficult; and have damp and small bathrooms with poor amenities. In contrast, the rooms closer to the reception, which have clearly had a much better renovation, are high quality, offering very good amenities. The main restaurant does not have enough variety of menu options, especially if eating there for more than one dinner, and the staff there need much better training if it wants to be a 4 or 5 star hotel, as too many were not good.

We have decided to book a couple treatment at the SPA of Casale Panayiotis. It was the best the thing that could have happened for our anniversary. The relaxing Thai massage by professionals as Kiki and Bee was amazing! Facial treatments and jacuzzi at the end with bottle of sparkling wine and fruit platter added to our experience. We will definitely come back!

The Troodos Mountains and the villages in them are among the most beautiful parts of Cyprus. Unfortunately many of these villages are losing their populations as the younger people flock to the cities or go to Greece. The one exception is Kalopanagiotis and the primary reason is the Casale Panayiotis. The owner is a local boy made good who returned to Kalopanagiotis with a determination to save his village. He purchased a number of older buildings in the village and totally upgraded them. He put in a funicular specifically so hotel guests could get to the heart of the village where the hotel is located. Add in some restaurants, bars, swimming pool and spa and you've got a place to stay unlike any other in Cyprus. The views are stupendous and there are many local attractions within walking distance. What really impressed is how modern the interiors are without destroying their architectural integrity. There are also many types of rooms spead over a wide part of the old village centre. The food and wine are exceptional and in line with the quality of this place. Cyprus has many great beach resorts, but for something completely different and relaxing the Casal Panayiotis has them beat in my opinion.

We found it on TA and very happy we made our way to the Casale. The staff is excellent and they provide a great welcome and service. It is a great community and you feel you really contribute to it. They have a number of rooms spread over the village and they offer a ride in the golf carts when the lift is closed. The rooms have been refurbished in a very energy efficient way and there is no single use plastic. We enjoyed our two night there. It is a pity that the room description (including the location) did not match what we were assigned as we chose one type of room to be close to the main area but were allocated a room at the top of the village. This is not terrible but it would be better to match the expectations. I decided not to use the spa as the trip up and down the village would have spoiled my experience. The bed was quite small too, which is also a pity as a bigger one would have made our rest much better.