Nicosia, Cyprus packs centuries of history inside its Venetian walls. The best luxury hotels in Nicosia reflect that story. Some fill restored heritage buildings in the Old Town. Others bring bold modern design to the city centre. Checkpoints link the city's southern and northern halves.
I rounded up 11 hotels across both sides of the city. South Nicosia holds the big names and most of the boutique gems. North Nicosia, or Lefkoşa, adds a casino hotel and an Ottoman mansion stay. The Old Town ties both sides together. Here's where to stay.
Luxury hotels in South Nicosia
1. The Landmark Nicosia, Autograph Collection
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The Landmark has welcomed guests since 1967. It opened after independence as a gathering place for diplomats and community life. Copper accents and Lefkara lace patterns now fill its reimagined interiors. Signature dining keeps it among the top luxury hotels in Nicosia.
📍98 Archbishop Makarios III Avenue, Nicosia 1077, Cyprus
2. Hilton Nicosia
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Hilton sits in the business district, within five kilometres of the city centre. The outdoor lagoon-style pool is the star here. A full-service spa comes with its own relaxation pool. Its pool and spa make it one of the best hotels in Nicosia for a resort feel.
📍1 Achaion Street, Egkomi, Nicosia 2413, Cyprus
3. Nicosia Central Park Residences
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Central Park Residences rises as an icon of Nicosia's skyline. The tower pairs residential living with services on par with 5 star hotels in Nicosia. It sits beside the city's central park near the diplomatic quarter. Longer stays feel right at home here.
📍25A Evagorou Avenue, Nicosia 1066, Cyprus
4. Amyth of Nicosia
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Amyth hides inside the 16th-century Venetian walls of the Old Town. This Design Hotels member has only ten rooms and suites. Try modern Cypriot plates at Amyth Kouzina. Then find the hidden bar for crafted cocktails.
📍29 Patriarchou Grigoriou Street, Nicosia 1016, Cyprus
5. MAP Boutique Hotel
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MAP is bold by design and powered by smart tech. Rooms range from Essential Rooms to the MAP Suite. Room controls sit right at your fingertips. Tech lovers will enjoy this modern take on luxury accommodation in Nicosia.
📍15 Stasinou Avenue, Nicosia 1060, Cyprus
6. The Sendal Boutique Hotel
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The Sendal is an adults-only boutique hotel inside an 18th-century listed building. Eleftherias Square and Ledras Street sit steps away. The mood is calm, private and refined. That makes it one of the best luxury hotels in Nicosia for couples.
📍5 Aeschylus Street, Nicosia 1011, Cyprus
7. Madama Residence
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Madama Residence fills Cyprus' first bakery and mill. Six adults-only suites nod to the city's Byzantine and Ottoman pasts. Original stone floors and a statement spiral staircase add real character. The all-day café bar draws a local crowd.
📍11 Pythonos Street, Nicosia 1011, Cyprus
8. Cleopatra Hotel
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Cleopatra is a family-owned 4-star hotel in the city centre. The Old Town sits a six-minute walk away. Museums, galleries and nightlife are all close by. Free parking is a handy bonus.
📍8 Florinis Street, Nicosia 1065, Cyprus
Luxury hotels in North Nicosia (Lefkoşa)
9. Merit Hotel Lefkoşa
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Merit fills its rooms with luxurious, high-quality furnishings. Balconies look out over the Beşparmak Mountains. It's a calm base on the northern side of the city.
📍Bedrettin Demirel Caddesi, Lefkoşa 99010, Northern Cyprus
10. Grand Pasha Nicosia Hotel & Casino & Spa
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Grand Pasha sits on Dereboyu, one of the town's most prestigious avenues. Business districts, universities and government offices sit within walking distance. A casino and a spa share the same roof. The airport sits 25 km away.
📍Dereboyu Street, Ortaköy, Lefkoşa 99010, Northern Cyprus
11. TaşEv Boutique Hotel
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TaşEv fills a 1931 Ottoman stone mansion in the Walled City. It opened in 2017 as a boutique hotel, art gallery and café. Natural textures run through every space. Art lovers will feel right at home.
📍Müftü Ziyai Efendi Sokak No. 33, Lefkoşa 99010, Northern Cyprus
So, where are you staying?
Nicosia rewards travellers who choose their base with care. The Old Town puts Venetian walls and heritage lanes at your door. The city centre keeps shopping and dining close. Egkomi gives you pool and spa time. Lefkoşa adds an Ottoman twist to your trip.
Pick your side of the city first. Then shortlist two or three hotels from this guide. Bring your passport if you plan to cross the checkpoints. Check adults-only policies if you travel with kids. Which Nicosia hotel are you booking first?
