Steady Value, Top notch hospitality – Unique Choice!


I always stay at the Hilton when visiting Nicosia and on my recent business trip I spent 4 memorable nights out here . 

You see, it is not just a superb hotel with an air of grandeur and classic splendor, but it happens to be the island's flagship hotel. 

A top-notch five-star and top choice of world leaders and VIPs who can be spotted sipping chilled beverages or dinning at the signature restaurants of the hotel. So easy to bump into them!

 

AWARDS: Just for the record –Hilton Cyprus has been recognized as Cyprus's Leading Business Hotel for the fourth consecutive time at the 23^rd edition of the prestigious World Travel Awards, recognized across the globe as the most prominent and comprehensive benchmark for excellence in the industry.








 
LOCATION: Only minutes’ walk to the city center, at one of the most upmarket, leafy avenues of Nicosia . Taxi fee to the heart of the shopping center costs €6.00 but buses pass by every 20 minutes as well. On a nice day, it is a matter of 15 minute walk.

CHECK-IN: Quick and efficient.

SERVICE: Top notch! I felt the Cypriot hospitality at its full, felt valued and respected and enjoyed high quality personalized service from the staff and management. I skip many names as they are so many, but extra credit goes to Michaela, Marta, Stelios the Executive Chef and Christos Ioannides.



AMBIENCE: Elegant, classy and so inviting and friendly at the same time. From the Gucci bags to the Cartier jewelry, the Hair and Beauty Salon, the impressive lounge and ostentatious lifts, the interior, -facilities and sumptuous furnishings in general, give guests the option of never having to leave the hotel.





SUITE: I had the corner King Junior Suite # 569 . 

Extremely spacious and nicely furnished with partial city, pool and garden views. It was more like a luxurious apartment actually, (67m²/721sq.ft) with a separate living room and a bedroom furnished to the highest standards of the Hilton quality and style.


 
With access to the Executive Lounge and high-speed internet I was totally spoilt the 4 nights I was here. Nothing was missing, an eloquent silence in an amazing ambience and with so many friends around ….what’s not to like!

 

Flowers in the room, a platter of fruit and wine were mostly appreciated.

 
From the stunning king-sized Hilton Serenity bed that assures a restful night’s sleep, the writing desk, the two plasma TV sets, the coffee making facilities, iron/iron board and many more, it is hard to find fault . 

 

Crispy bed sheets changed daily, fresh towels, fluffy robes and slippers and Yes! The decorative towel folding that adds a fancy element and an extra feel of pampering is back. 

A huge thanks to Maria Christodoulou the supervisor of the Housekeeping but also Dora and Nandia who looked after my suite.
 

Convenience here blends with comfort and reality mingles with fantasy, only to create the unique atmosphere and the perfect balance between luxury and homely familiarity. I could go on and on writing about this experience if it wasn’t for the word limit. 





 
 
HILTONIA CLUB & SPA: I never bothered stepping out of the premises or felt the need to get to any of the several restaurants that I was invited for a tasting experience . Moreover, there was no reason to do it.

I spent most of the time sunbathing by the beautiful pool, used the fitness center once and the sauna twice.

Downside, the Jacuzzi and steam-room. I felt it was a waste of time to remain in both since the pressure of the first was extremely low, and similarly the power of steam was so little, reminding me similar steam we have at home after a hot shower. Both need attention.

Finally, the so called 'relaxing room’ has only the name!  

It has to be furnished and decorated accordingly, while ladies should be strictly prohibited from leaving their belongings exposed out there, otherwise there is no reason to exist in the state it is now.

TREATMENTS: The beauty centre has a tantalizing Spa menu to help energize and relax, depending upon your special needs. I went for the 60 minute Time Interceptor facial (€75 .00) –Face, neck and décolleté area, but I also had the Classic Back Massage (30 min. €50.00). Elena my professional therapist for years, eased away the muscle tension, and when I left the treatment room I felt like I was walking on air.

With all this pampering and care, I want to thank the team of the Spa, Pieris and Elena.







BEAUTY SALON:  Zak Hair Designers & Beauty Saloon is based at the Hilton and is extremely popular. You can relax knowing that your new hairstyle (men and women) is in the capable hands of qualified professionals whose aim is to deliver a complete hair and beauty experience from hair cutting and styling to waxing and more.

I had been neglecting my hair lately and took some time while here to treat myself a fresh new look . I felt pampered and special and let Andy give me a trim while Fivo gave the coiffure hair-do.

Whether you just need a trim or a colour refresh, or are in a mood for a dramatic makeover, one visit here, will have you feeling fabulous and turning heads!






EXECUTIVE LOUNGE: Residents of the executive rooms and suites can benefit from this specially designed area where they can enjoy complimentary breakfast, tea, coffee, cakes, canapés, but also alcoholic drinks & cocktails, selection of fruits, newspapers and Internet access.

This year after a long time the lounge evokes once again a pleasant and friendly atmosphere and has regained its old glamour .









RESTAURANTS: Breakfast here is a delectable feast and is taken at the Fontana. There’s anything one can imagine, plus healthy options appealing to guests with specific dietary preferences. 

 

FONTANA RESTAURANT: (All-day dining)

At a pleasant and chic interior with a cozy ambience, breakfast buffet was an utter delight and the service top notch as always. Waiters, were on hand at all times, even cooks and chefs were out daily. Team work and a personal approach with guests .


DINNING: I was here with friends dining out by the pool and our choices were from the a la carte menu. I have the restaurant review on the next entry.







 
 
CHARITY EVENTS: 

Similar events take place quite often here at the Hilton. 

I experienced one such while I was there. Together with several other guests we tasted delicious cakes over a cup of coffee or tea. The money raised was offered to DM Thomas Foundation to help transform the lives of young people across Europe.


 

ROUND AND ABOUT: Almost everything of interest lies within the historic walls, where a labyrinth of narrow streets reveals churches, mosques and evocative colonial-style buildings . The Archaeological Museum with its extensive collection is considered the best in Cyprus and shouldn’t be missed. Designer shops and upmarket restaurants are in abundance, while buses and taxis are never far away.


 
Nicosia is an enticing city and is ideal for experiencing what modern Cyprus is all about. The ancient walls, traditional restaurants and an increasingly vibrant and young cafe and cultural scene effectively showcase the city’s basic make-up.






IN ALL: The Perfect city retreat! With stylish rooms and suites, sumptuous furnishings, fine dining, squash and tennis courts and proximity to Nicosia’s Old City, make for a tempting package. The Hilton Cyprus is unique, as it provides the very best for the business clientele and holiday-maker.