Baby-Friendly Hotels in Ayia Napa for Parents

I chose these five hotels because each one lists something specific for babies, such as free cots, highchairs at every meal, a bottle warmer, a baby pool or bath support, rather than a vague family label. They are split between Nissi Bay to the west of the centre, Grecian Bay to the east and Makarios Avenue near the harbour, so you can choose by beach.

NissiBlu Beach Resort is the hotel I would choose for a baby's first beach holiday. This 5-star sits directly on Nissi Beach, where the water stays knee-deep for a long way, and the beach is lifeguarded all day. Inside, it lists free cots and a bottle warmer, a baby section at the buffet in its three restaurants, and family suites with a separate bedroom, which makes evenings easier once the baby is asleep. Its rating of 9.2 from almost 2,500 reviews is also reassuring. I would book it for families who want to spend most days on the sand rather than by a pool.

Alion Beach Hotel is the one I would pick if a baby pool matters most. This 5-star on Grecian Bay has a dedicated baby pool with shallow steps, free cots with bath support, highchairs in all restaurants and garden paths that work with a buggy, all set behind a quiet palm garden that separates the rooms from the beach. Its 9.5 rating is the highest on this page. Adams Beach Hotel & Spa, on the Nissi Bay sand, is a close alternative with a small baby pool shaded by umbrellas built into the deck, free cots and bath support, six restaurants and a tennis court for older siblings.

Napa Mermaid Hotel & Suites suits parents who prefer a smaller hotel. This 4-star boutique sits about 100 metres from Grecian Beach and has two outdoor pools, one with shallow steps. It lists a free cot in every room category and highchairs at all meals, with staff who bring one before you sit down. The smaller scale means shorter walks between the room, the restaurant and the pool, which helps with a baby who naps several times a day. Its rating of 9.2 from over 1,000 reviews puts it level with NissiBlu, in a quieter setting closer to Cape Greco.

Faros Hotel Ayia Napa is the practical choice near the harbour. This 4-star on Makarios Avenue has a large outdoor pool with shade, family rooms with sofa beds, and a free cot and highchair, and its buffet includes weaning-friendly options. Pantachou Beach is about five minutes away with a pram. I would pick it for families with a toddler and a baby who want a central base, close to the harbour and the Ayia Napa Monastery, rather than a beachfront resort. Its rating of 8.8 comes from more than 700 reviews.