Set right on the beach and a stone's throw from Limassol itself, Amara may not be Limassol's first luxury resort, but it's without doubt the only one that has bragging rights to gourmet restaurants with gastronomic heavyweights, Nobu Matsuhisa and Giorgio Locatelli at the helm, as well as Almyra, the hotel's fabulous sea-side seafood restaurant.

Fronted by a vast L-shaped infinity pool, immaculate gardens and lounging terraces, this fabulous five-star resort boasts graceful design, super-comfortable hi-tech accommodation (each of which comes with its own sea view); a sports centre, tennis court, a 3000 square-metre holistic oasis spa (built around one of Amathus' ancient walls) plus a supervised kids' club and an excellent array of children's amenities.