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Luxury Villa Rentals in Nicosia
Sea-view villas on the Cyprus coast, with the old walled capital an easy day out
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A walled capital inland, and the sea on every side
Nicosia is the one city in Cyprus that turns its back on the sea. It sits on the central plain, ringed by Venetian walls and their eleven heart-shaped bastions, and it is the last divided capital in Europe. The old town has mosques that were once Gothic cathedrals, Ottoman inns and good coffee in shaded courtyards.
Our 60+ villas are not in the city itself. They are on the coast, which is where most people want to wake up in Cyprus: villas with private pools above Protaras and Ayia Napa, apartments in Pernera, and quieter houses around Polis and Peyia in the west. The largest have 6 bedrooms.
This guide covers the capital worth driving to, and the coast you will come home to.
Nicosia at a glance
- Villas
- 60+ villas and apartments on the Cyprus coast, with up to 6 bedrooms
- Guide prices
- Typically £2,700 to £4,700 a week, from around £2,200
- Best areas
- Protaras, Pernera and Ayia Napa in the east; Polis and Peyia in the west
- Best time
- May, June, September and October; Nicosia is very hot in high summer
- Airports
- Larnaca for Nicosia and the east coast; Paphos for Polis and Peyia
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Villa numbers and guide prices are updated daily from our live collection.
Villa Petra Kouklia: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment with Infinity Pool – Aphrodite Hills3 bedrooms
Villa Kyanos Perivolia Protaras: Luxury 6-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool & Sea Views – Protaras Cyprus6 bedrooms
Villa Linos Aphrodite: Spacious 3-Bedroom Apartment with Private Pool & Sea Views – Aphrodite Hills3 bedrooms
Chalet Troodos Limassol: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment with Hot Tub – Limassol4 bedroomsWhere to stay in Nicosia
Protaras, Pernera and Ayia Napa for the clear water and sandy coves of the east, with Nicosia around an hour inland, and Polis and Peyia for the wilder Akamas coast in the west.
Bastions, bazaars and a line through the middle
Inside the Venetian walls, Nicosia packs a great deal into a small space. The Cyprus Museum holds the island's best archaeology, from Bronze Age figurines to Roman statues, and the Leventis Municipal Museum tells the story of the city itself. Laiki Geitonia is the restored quarter for lunch and wandering.
At the end of Ledra Street, pedestrians can cross to the north with a passport. On the other side are the Büyük Han, a sixteenth-century Ottoman inn now full of craft shops, and the Selimiye Mosque, built as the Gothic Cathedral of St Sophia. It makes for one of the most thought-provoking days out in the Mediterranean.
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Clear water, sandy coves and Cape Greco
Most of our villas are on the south-east corner of the island, around Protaras, Pernera and Ayia Napa. The water here is about as clear as it gets in Cyprus, and Fig Tree Bay and Nissi Beach are the best-known of many sandy beaches. Between the two resorts, the Cape Greco national park has sea caves, rock arches and cliff paths that are best walked early in the morning.
Protaras is the calmer, more family-minded of the two. Ayia Napa has the livelier evenings, and its sixteenth-century monastery is a peaceful counterpoint. From here, Nicosia is around an hour's drive inland.
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The Akamas, Latchi and a slower pace
The north-west of the island feels a world away from the eastern resorts. Polis is a small, unhurried town, Latchi has a fishing harbour lined with fish tavernas, and the Akamas Peninsula beyond is largely wild, with rough tracks, turtle beaches and boat trips to the Blue Lagoon.
The Baths of Aphrodite, a shaded grotto where the goddess is said to have bathed, are just along the coast. Peyia, further south, looks over the sea towards Coral Bay and sits within easy reach of Paphos and its UNESCO-listed mosaics.
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Meze, halloumi and a very long summer
The Cypriot table is generous, and a full meze will carry on long after you think it has finished: grilled halloumi, sheftalia, slow-roasted kleftiko and, at the end, honeyed loukoumades. Nicosia's old town is a good place to try it, and so is a harbour taverna in Latchi. Finish with a glass of Commandaria, the island's ancient sweet wine.
The coast is warm from May to October. Nicosia itself bakes in July and August, so plan city days for spring or autumn, or set off early. Our concierge can arrange transfers, car hire, boat trips and tables.
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Villa Kalamos Polis: Luxury 4-Bedroom Apartment with Infinity Pool & Sea View – Polis4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £4,914 a week
Villa Agios Pernera: Spacious 3-Bedroom Apartment with Hot Tub & Sea Views – Pernera Cyprus3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,802 a week
Villa Kyanos Agia Napa Protaras: Luxury 5-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool & Sea Views – Protaras Cyprus5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £4,746 a week
Villa Lofos Aphrodite: Stylish 3-Bedroom Apartment with Sea View & Pool – Aphrodite Hills3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £4,697 a week
Villa Kokkinos Liopetri Ayia Napa: Luxury 4-Bedroom Villa with Private Pool & Sea Views – Ayia Napa4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £4,627 a week
Villa Agathi Protaras: Luxury 5-Bedroom Apartment with Sea Views & Pool – Protaras5 bedrooms · sleeps 10From £4,417 a week
Villa Notos Konnos Protaras: Luxury 3-Bedroom Apartment with Private Pool & Sea Views – Protaras Cyprus3 bedrooms · sleeps 6From £3,913 a week
Villa Pefkos Protaras: Spacious 4-Bedroom Apartment with Pool & Sea Views – Protaras Cyprus4 bedrooms · sleeps 8From £3,892 a weekWhy book your Nicosia villa with Excellence Luxury Villas
The right house, not the nearest one
Our villas listed near Nicosia are spread from the eastern resorts to the Akamas in the west, so the drive to the capital and the walk to the beach vary a great deal, and we know which villa suits which holiday. With 60+ properties in Nicosia, we can usually find the house that suits you rather than the one that happens to be free. Search by size, pool, location and price, or tell us what you have in mind and we will put together a shortlist.
Book direct
You book with us directly, with no booking fees. Questions about access, parking, pool heating or how far it really is to the nearest beach go to people who can find out the answer.
A concierge who knows the territory
Transfers from Larnaca and Paphos, car hire, boat trips to the Blue Lagoon, guided days in old Nicosia, private chefs and taverna reservations. Our concierge team arranges all of it, leaving you free to decide which terrace to sit on.
A house for every kind of party
Couples, families with small children, three generations together or a crowd of friends celebrating a birthday: we match the house to the group, down to the number of bathrooms and whether the pool is fenced.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where should I stay for a villa holiday near Nicosia?
Most visitors stay on the coast and visit Nicosia for the day. Protaras, Pernera and Ayia Napa are around an hour away and have the best beaches, while Polis and Peyia in the west are quieter but further from the capital.
When is the best time to visit Nicosia and the coast?
May, June, September and October are the best months, with warm sea and comfortable sightseeing. July and August are fine on the coast, but Nicosia can be extremely hot.
Do they drive on the left in Cyprus?
Yes. Cyprus drives on the left, as in Britain, which makes a hire car an easy way to reach Nicosia, Cape Greco or the Akamas from your villa.
Can you arrange a private chef at a villa in Nicosia?
Yes. Our concierge can arrange a private chef for a single dinner or your whole stay, along with cookery lessons, guided visits, transfers and restaurant reservations.
How much does a luxury villa in Nicosia cost?
Across our 60+ villas in Nicosia, weekly rates typically range from £2,700 to £4,700, with the most affordable from around £2,200 a week and the largest estates well above. Prices depend on the size of the property, its location and the season, with July and August the most expensive. These are guide prices based on current listings; each property page shows its own rates for your dates.
Which airport is closest to Nicosia?
Larnaca airport is the closest, at around 45 minutes by road, and it also serves Protaras and Ayia Napa. Paphos airport is better for Polis and Peyia. Our concierge can arrange transfers from either.
Are there villas in Nicosia for large groups?
Yes. Our Nicosia collection includes properties with up to 6 bedrooms. Tell us the size of your party and the occasion, and we will send a shortlist that suits it.
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