About this property

Located at the edge of the picturesque village of Lofou, in the foothills of Mount Olympus, Apokryfo is a stone-built guesthouse offering boutique accommodation. It has a traditional restaurant, as well as a fully equipped gym with sauna and steam bath. Rooms, studios and cottages at Apokryfo Traditional Guesthouse are tastefully decorated and air conditioned. They come with a satellite TV, DVD/CD player and free WiFi. Some rooms have a fireplace and others have private courtyards. The Agrino Restaurant serves Cypriot cuisine. In the summer guests can dine on the rooftop terrace overlooking the village or in the courtyard by the pool. Other services include massage and beauty treatments by request, a library complete with board games and DVDs and walking maps for the surrounding area. Three golf courses are located within a 30-minute drive from Apokryfo. Troodos Mountain, ideal for skiing and mountain biking, is 24 km away, while the city of Limassol is at 25 km.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

    • Breakfast info

    • Continental, Buffet

    • Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
2 single beds
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1 sofa bed
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1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
2 sofa beds
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1 large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 sofa bed
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1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 single beds
Bedroom 3
2 single beds
1 double bed
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1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2
2 sofa beds
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Pietro
    Italy Italy
    A lovely place, carefully detailed and with excellent cuisine, all managed by a very kind and prepared staff.
  • Valeria
    Italy Italy
    Located in a very beautiful small village, it is a traditional structure with many nice external spaces (garden, pool). The spa spa is small but nice and you can book massage.
  • Mert
    Cyprus Cyprus
    There is nothing much you wouldn't like about this space. The ambiance is very relaxing, the staff is very helpful and friendly, and the food is exceptional.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Only 11 rooms Quiet Swimming pool very close 20yds Food home cooked daily Very nice polite staff In a very old village Decor
  • Kieron
    Cyprus Cyprus
    The hotel was beautiful and set in the village with great views. Enjoyed a dip in the pool and relaxing on sun loungers. The room was clean, friendly staff & the food was very good.
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It is a creative and beautiful development. Attention to detail is exquisite and in keeping with the traditional ethos of the village. We stayed in the Lavender room and it met our needs perfectly. The service from the staff was thoughtful and...
  • Andreas
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very tasteful design and layout. Felt you were in south France . The location was perfect. The village was beautiful. Restaurant food was delicious and had different menu every day with live music for Easter. Staff very accommodating at all times...
  • William
    Switzerland Switzerland
    The bed's comfortability, the style, the location, the yogurt, the bottle of wine, the ladies in the kitchen, etc.. In general, we would come back to this hotel.
  • Myrica
    Sweden Sweden
    We loved everything! Beautiful facilities, amazing food in the restaurant and the people working there are so very lovely and kind ❤️
  • Evi
    Cyprus Cyprus
    The breakfast was really good. In addition to the buffet, they offer the option of freshly made omelettes or fried eggs, as well as various types of coffee. The room wasn't spotless, and we ran out of hot water during the shower.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.4Based on 390 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property information

APOKRYFO comes from the Greek definition of "a hidden away... kept secret", a fitting name for this secluded property. It is a unique hideaway located at the edge of the picturesque village of Lofou, in the foothills of Mount Olympus, Cyprus. This boutique hotel is made up of a cluster of old stone houses that have been painstakingly renovated by the owners, local architect Vakis Hadjikyriacou and his interior designer wife Diana.

Neighbourhood information

Krasochoria of Lemesos (Limassol): Kolossi, Erimi, Kantou, Souni-Zanakia, Pano Kivides, Agios Amvrosios, Lofou, Vouni, Koilani, Pera Pedi, Mandria, Kato Platres, Omodos, Vasa, Malia, Arsos, Pachna, Anogyra, Avdimou. This beautiful wine region comprises 20 scenic villages that decorate the southern slopes of the Troodos Mountains. The wineries scattered along this route, each in its own way generously reward the visitor seeking a unique and eclectic wine experience. The route takes you through one of the most traditional viniculture areas on the southern face of the Troodos Mountains with many winemaking villages and stands out with its unique floa and fauna. The geology of the area is of international interest as it comprises an ophiolite cluster dating 90 million years, 8,000 metres below sea level. The geographic and climatic conditions in the area favour the cultivation of two basic indigenous grape varieties, the Mavro and Xynisteri. Along this route you will find 16 wineries that welcome visitors.

Languages spoken

Greek,English

Property surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
  • agrino
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly • Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in
From 14:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 16 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Apokryfo Traditional Guesthouse in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

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