Forest Park Hotel in Platres

Description

Forest Park Hotel is a historic 4-star property built in 1936 and renovated in 2013, located in the Troodos mountain range at 1200 meters elevation. The hotel features 146 rooms and 2 bungalows spread across two three-story buildings and offers a vintage atmosphere with a strong sense of history, including original photos and memorabilia from its early years. Guests can choose from a wide selection of room types, many with balconies and mountain views. The hotel provides family-friendly amenities such as a children’s playground, kids’ club, babysitting services on request, and a children’s menu in the restaurant. Facilities include two bars, one restaurant with buffet breakfast, two swimming pools (one indoor closed November-April and one outdoor open May-October), a fitness center, tennis court, and conference facilities. Wi-Fi is free but limited to three hours per day in the basement lounge. Pets are not allowed. Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 11:00.

Location

Forest Park Hotel is situated in Platres, Cyprus, approximately 40 kilometers from Limassol and 38 kilometers from Paphos International Airport. It lies within a pine forest on the slopes of the Troodos mountains, offering a mountain climate and scenic nature ideal for hiking and outdoor activities. The Mediterranean coast is reachable by car in about 35 to 40 minutes, making the hotel a quiet retreat away from city bustle while still accessible to major transport hubs.

Tips

• If you plan to stay during the colder months, note the indoor pool is closed November to April.
• Bring sunscreen and a car if you want to explore nearby villages and hiking trails, as the hotel is in a remote mountain area.
• Expect limited Wi-Fi access in rooms; use the lounge for internet.
• Be prepared for some outdated facilities and occasional noise from weekend live music events.

Policies and conditions

• Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
• Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs can be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
• Breakfast: Buffet [Mon - Sun] 07:30-10:00 Open Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
• Pets: Pets are not allowed
• Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
• Paying at the hotel: AmericanExpress, MasterCard, UnionPay, DinersClub, JSB, Visa
• Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 11:00.