Bohemian Gardens Hotel

We stayed at the hotel in mid-April, arriving on Orthodox Easter Sunday. Overall the hotel is quite nice and has a good vibe. On arrival, myself and my son were the only guests checking in, but the receptionist looked quite flustered. She asked for our names and passports and gave me a form to fill out. Once I had finished, she simply put the key card on the counter and declared, "You are checked in." There was no "hello" or "welcome," no directions to the room, and no information about the hotel or the local area. Nothing! Fortunately, we were familiar with the hotel as we had stayed here last year. At that time, the receptionist was a British Cypriot lady who was absolutely amazing—super friendly and cheerful; nothing was too much trouble for her. It’s a shame she wasn’t there for this stay. The Room We were in Room 318, which had a pool view. This was lovely as the balcony gets the sun for most of the day. There were a couple of small snags in the room, but I didn’t bother reporting them to reception as I didn’t think the staff would care. The issues were minor and merely cosmetic: a couple of cracked tiles, one near the shower tap that made the fixture slightly loose. While the beds were very comfortable, they were incredibly noisy, squeaking and creaking with every little movement. The hotel overall is quite noisy. When guests in the rooms above move around, it sounds as if they are dragging furniture across the floor - maybe they were 🤷🏻‍♀️ Dining & Facilities Breakfast was okay with pretty standard choices, nothing special. The dining room can get a bit chaotic, there are arrows on the floor to indicate a one-way system, but no one follows them and it becomes a bit of a free-for-all. We didn’t eat at the hotel at any other time. We didn't engage with the activities, simply because we didn't feel that welcomed this time. I had looked forward to getting a massage, as the one I had during our last stay was amazing, but I didn't bother. Location The hotel is about a 15 to 20-minute walk away from the main strip, and it's about a 5 to 10-minute walk away from the boardwalk and the closest beach. There are a couple of nice restaurants and bars close to the hotel. While there are plenty of restaurants, shops, and things to do in the area, everything is quite a walk away; because of this, I would advise using taxis or hiring a car. Taxi to or from the strip ranges between €10-€14. Housekeeping The maids were all very friendly and visited every day. We only opted for a full clean once and just asked for fresh towels on the other days. Regarding the towels: we received two bath towels and two hand towels. The hand towels were okay, but the bath towels were inconsistent; one would be new and fluffy while the other felt like sandpaper (the kind I relegate to cleaning jobs at home). This was the case with every change. One odd occurrence: on check-out day at around 9:30 AM, a maid we hadn't seen before let herself in—even though our **Do Not Disturb** light was on. She seemed shocked we were still in the room and hurried off without saying anything. Found this a bit odd. Check-out Experience On checking out, the same receptionist from our arrival was busy dealing with a guest’s issue. When I saw an opportunity, I asked if I could borrow the luggage scales. She just shrugged at me. I repeated myself, and she said, "You'll have to find them in the luggage room," but didn't tell me where that was. The luggage room door was wide open and unsecured, with suitcases and bags inside —but no scales. I went back to reception, but she was still busy so I waited. When she finally finished, she started serving someone who had just walked up rather than acknowledging me. At that point, my patience was thin; I put the key card on the desk, declared "Checked out!" While we sat in the lobby waiting for our transfer, she bellowed my name across the room with a look of pure annoyance to tell me our transport had arrived. As we walked past the desk, I said "Thank you," but she didn’t even acknowledge me. Rude! Summary Would I stay here again? Maybe, because it is cheap and Ihave no grand expectations. Nothing really stands out, and it wasn't even close to the experience we had last year, but I wouldn't rule it out completely.

This is our second stay at this hotel and again it did not disappoint, before i carry on anybody wishing to holiday in Cyprus should have no worry about safety concerns due to the Middle East conflict we stayed eighteen nights everything is operating as it was when we stayed last October there were no flight issues or delays.This is a family run hotel and is clean and well maintained with a recent upgrade to the pool area, all staff are friendly and approachable including senior management and owners making our holiday very relaxing, we had a swim up bungalow this time which was lovely and spacious, on our previous stay we had a pool view room which was also very comfortable.The food was exceptional with plenty of choice to satisfy all tastes the bar serves a good selection of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks at reasonable prices for a hotel.The walk along the sea front is a must and visiting local villages and churches is worth doing nothing is too far away in fact the main Protaras area is a 5 minute drive away.Finally the atmosphere around the hotel is really good.

Lovely hotel very clean. We had a sea view room which was over the car park, you could see the sea in the distance. You got the sun in the morning, next time i would probably choose pool view as they had sun in the afternoon. Room was cleaned every day. In the bathroom there was no shelf or cupboard to put toiletries. We had T bags, coffee in room which was replenished every day. Breakfast was usual cereal, bacon hash brown, fried or scrambled eggs, if you wanted omelette it was done fresh. Evening meal there was a different roast, you had the usual salads, rice & fruit etc some nights you had potatoes or chips. All in all we enjoyed the food we had. 1 day we ordered from the Palm Tree Bar chicken souvlaki it was delicious 2 skewers of chicken, salad, chips & pitta was enough for 2. Only downside ( it is small niggle) for us was TV we couldn't get English news, on channel 45 you got a film in English but with Arabic subtitles.

Had a lovely holiday - hotel was clean and tidy, food was fresh and tasty, the puddings & soups were delicious Demitris was the head waiter looked after us brilliantly. All the staff here were 10/10, funny and friendly, will definitely return. Sun beds were plentiful and comfy, no wars in the morning to get one. Pool was clean and refreshing. A really really good holiday!

## ** Our Stay at Bohemian Gardens Hotel, Cyprus** If you are planning a getaway to Cyprus and want a spot that perfectly balances style, comfort, and incredible food, the **Bohemian Gardens Hotel** needs to be at the top of your list. We are currently mid-stay, and it has been nothing short of fantastic. --- ### **The Culinary Experience** The food here is easily the highlight of the stay. * **Evening Dining:** Truly **exceptional**. Unlike many hotels where the buffet can feel repetitive, Bohemian Gardens offers a **different theme every single night**. The variety is massive, and the quality is top-tier. * **Breakfast:** A huge spread with plenty of options to suit every palate, from fresh local finds to classic favorites. ### **Our Room: Swim-Up Bungalow #7 ** We are staying in **Bungalow #7**, and I cannot recommend it enough. * **The Room:** Absolutely **spotless**. The housekeeping staff clearly takes great pride in their work. * **The Experience:** Having a swim-up bungalow adds such a layer of luxury and relaxation to the trip. It is a genuine pleasure to wake up and be steps away from the water. ### **The Staff: "Too Helpful" (In the Best Way!)** The team here is **amazing**. They are attentive, friendly, and—if I’m being honest—perhaps a little *too* helpful! You’ll never find yourself waiting around or wondering where to go; they stay one step ahead of your needs with a smile. ### **Location, Location, Location ** One of the best parts about this hotel is its proximity to the local scene. * **Beaches:** Just a short, easy stroll away from some of the most beautiful turquoise waters in Cyprus. * **Local Life:** You are perfectly positioned near a variety of **restaurants and shops**, making it easy to explore the local area without needing a long commute. > **Final Verdict:** Whether you're here for the sun, the food, or the almost five-star service, this place delivers. If you can, book a swim-up bungalow—you won’t regret it! Wonderful day so far thank you David and Dawn