Four Seasons Hotel, Cyprus

The Cranley Report

Four Seasons Hotel

Four Seasons Hotel, Cyprus

Hotel Address

Four Seasons Hotel
67/69 Amathus Avenue
4532 Ayios Tychonas
P.O. Box 57222,
3313 Limassol
Cyprus

Cranley Rating

Four Seasons Hotel

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Hotel Summary

Category	Hotel
Awards Won	2008 Best Thomson a la Carte Summer Accommodation - Gold Award. Time Out Award for 'Best Hotel Restaurant' Mavrommatis.

Hotel Opened	1993
Refurbishment	2007 New Wooden Chapel Spa renovation Beach bar & boutiques 2006 Mavrommatis and Vivaldi restaurants

Cranley Summary

The luxury Four Seasons Hotel is located in the Amathus Region of Limassol which is approximately eight kilometres from Limassol Town Centre. Standing six stories high the hotel is set in landscaped grounds with magnificent views over the Palm tree gardens, the Mediterranean and the resorts sandy “Blue Flag Beach”. The 304 guestrooms and suites are a blend of contemporary design, decorated and furnished to a very high standard and have exceptionally spacious bathrooms many with Jacuzzi and rain shower. All the rooms have balconies or terraces with inland, garden or sea views. There are a number of studios and suites for “Adults Only” with their own private outdoor river style swimming pool. The hotel has six restaurants catering for all tastes and occasions offering a range of local and exotic dishes in elegant surroundings. There is a main cocktail bar with live entertainment in the evenings and three pool and beach bars. The outstanding sport and leisure facilities include two outdoor pools, one heated, children’s pool, a seawater indoor heated pool with sauna, steam and Jacuzzi, tennis courts, fully equipped gym and many water sports available on the beach. There is an excellent Spa facility and state of the art conference and banqueting facilities.

Hotel Location & Layout

Location Description

The Four Seasons Hotel is located in the Amathus area of Limassol, which is on the south coast of the Island and is just eight kilometres east of Limassol city centre. The hotel has convenient access to the island's modern road network, providing easy quick access to all areas of Cyprus with its coastal towns, mountain villages and tourist areas. There are a number of shops and restaurants within a short walk of the hotel. Larnaca International Airport is located 65 km and Paphos Airport 67 km from the hotel.

Airports
Distance	65 km
Airport Transfers	Approximately 45 minutes in light traffic Private taxi or bus

Cities and Sights
Distance	8 km
City/Sight Transfers	Taxis

Layout Description

The Four Seasons Hotel is set in landscaped gardens with views over the Mediterranean and a sandy Blue Flag Beach. The hotel is built over six floors which are all served by the hotel's six lifts. The main lobby area with Reception and Concierge desks, leads off to Vista Bar and Terrace, lobby seating areas, Mavrommatis and Vivaldi restaurants, the hotel's in house boutiques and conference facilities. The guestrooms and suites, mostly located in the main building, are serviced by elevators from the main lobby. Stairs and lifts lead down to the lower lobby level with entrance to Seasons Oriental and Cafe Tropical restaurants, the Shiseido Spa, Indoor Pool, gymnasium and doors leading to all outdoor facilities.

Lobby & Guest Relations

Open Hours	24 Hours
Languages Spoken	English, Greek, Turkish, German
Payment Methods	All major credit cards and cash accepted.
Foreign Exchange	24 hours and commissionable.
Taxis Arranged	Taxis can be arranged through the Concierge.
Tours Arranged	The Concierge will arrange tours through a tour company some of which include: Island Tour (Cypriot side only) Village Culture Tours Troodos Mountains Boat Trips Cruises Deep Sea Fishing

Guest Relations	Standard services
Concierge Services	Attractions Sight-seeing Car hire Chemist Cruises Entertainment Luggage Mail Maps Religious services Restaurant information Restaurant Information and bookings Shopping Special events Travel arrangements
Medical Facilities	Doctor on call with a typical response time of 15 minutes according to the hotel.
Parking	Complimentary forecourt and underground parking available.

Cranley Comment

Initial entry into The Four Seasons Hotel is at street level through automatic glass doors. This leads directly into the expansive lobby, with the Concierge immediately to the left and the Reception a few steps to the right. The elegant lobby has marble floors, carved pillars and tropical green plants throughout. Immediately opposite Reception, on the far side are the hotel's lifts serving all floors. Walking past Reception leads to a lobby seating area. To the left of this is entry into Vista Bar and a little further on, a further seating area and entrance into Mavrommatis and Vivaldi restaurants. Turning right past Reception leads to small elegant brightly lit mall, with the hotel’s in house boutiques. The lobby has a central staircase leading down to lower lobby level, with Cafe Tropical, Seasons Oriental Restaurant, the Shiseido Spa, indoor pool, gym, Kids Club, games room and gift shop all on this level. The lower lobby level leads out to the gardens, swimming pools and the beach.

Shops & Amenities

Description

The Four Seasons Hotel has a number of boutiques located on the lobby level, selling designer and high street fashion labels, jewellery, watches and gifts. The shops are located in a small elegant brightly lit mall, located behind the reception desk and are open 10:00 to 19:00 daily. In addition on the lobby level, next to the entrance, is the hotel's florist. There is a newsagent on the lower lobby level selling newspapers, sundry items and small gifts which is open daily 08:00 to 13:00 & 14:00 to 19:00.

Cranley Comment

The Four Seasons Hotel has a number of in-house boutiques located on lobby level past the reception area and left into a mall, which sell designer and High Street fashion labels, jewellery, watches and gifts. The elegant setting in the mall, with its marble floors and ceiling to floor windows in all of the in house boutiques, offers a unique opportunity for hotel guests and visitors to find many of their favourite famous brands under the same roof. A short walk from the hotel are restaurants and shops, whilst Limassol's main town centre which offers a wider choice of shopping facilities is a few minutes drive.

Rooms, Suites & Villas

Number of Floors	6
Total Rooms	304
Elevators	4
Rooms per Elevator	76
Total Staff	480
Staff per Room	1.6

Check-in Time	14:00
Check-out Time	12:00
Late Checkout	Subject to availability and chargeable
Smoking Rooms	The Four Seasons Hotel respects the environment and has a non smoking policy in all guest rooms.
Room Service	24 hours
Laundry Service	Laundry collected before 10:00 will be returned the same evening. The Express Press Service is available daily until 20:00 and is charged separately. These services are not available on Saturday or Sunday.

Cranley Comment

The Four Seasons hotel has a variety of room types to suit most requirements. The entry level room is the Standard Room that comes with either an inland or a sea view. All these rooms are well appointed with balconies, Jacuzzi and rain showers. For families there are the family rooms that can accommodate two adults and two children and all have sea views. There are also dedicated rooms for adults only, which are called Garden Studios & Suites. They are in a secluded part of the hotel and have a number of unique facilities. Lastly there are a range of family and individual suites.

Type of Room, Views & Facilities

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Superior	196	99 Inland 97 Sea	Individually controlled air conditioning/heating Satellite television Pay movies Play-station (payable) Broadband Internet connection Sofa Armchairs Coffee table Safe Mini-bar Coffee & tea making facilities Baby monitoring service via the telephone Balcony with table and chairs Jacuzzi Rain shower in shower unit over bath Luxury bathroom amenities	3 adults	35

Cranley Comment

The rooms are approached along carpeted airy corridors with individually designed collages on the walls. The rooms have a tiled entrance hallway with cupboard space and guests enter into contemporary and elegantly designed accommodation, decorated in subtle terracotta and green hues, with a king size or twin beds. The rooms are furnished with a sofa and chair, coffee table, desk with broadband connection and balcony with chairs and table. The spacious bathrooms include a double sized Jacuzzi with a built-in rain shower.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Family Rooms	57	Sea	As per Superior Room with the added benefit of: More space Sofa bed Family Studio: walk in shower & separate bath. Family Beach Studio: either Jacuzzi with built-in shower or walk in shower & separate bath.	3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12	40

Cranley Comment

Family Rooms (studios and beach studios) are slightly larger than Superior Rooms, but identical in décor and furnishings, apart from having a double sofa bed that can accommodate two children or one adult. Family studios feature a walk in shower and separate bath, whilst Beach studios have either a double sized Jacuzzi with built-in shower or a walk in shower and separate bath. These rooms are highly recommended for families.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Garden Studios	14	Garden	As per the Superior Room with the added benefit of: Three telephones Electronic safe Fax machine Private check-in in the suite Leather topped desk Complimentary valet service for unpacking Complimentary magazine and daily paper Deluxe fruit basket Bottle of imported sparkling wine Fresh flowers Shoe-shine Turndown service Complimentary pre dinner drink Fully stocked mini bar Private Jacuzzi in River-like pool or Private Jacuzzi on balcony Towel warmers Quality bathrobes & slippers	2 adults	36

Cranley Comment

Garden Studios are unique room types, reserved for adults only. They are located in green surroundings on the border of the hotel premises and tucked away from the main building, giving them a greater degree of privacy in an area reserved for adults only. They are similar in design and decoration to Superior Rooms, but are slightly larger and with amenities taking on a broader meaning in terms of comfort. Garden Studios on the ground floor level have a private Jacuzzi, which is part of the river-like pool that runs along the private verandas. Garden Studios on the upper level also have a private Jacuzzi, which is located on the balcony with motorised shades for absolute privacy. The bathrooms have separate built-in shower and double basins.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Garden Suites	2	Garden	As per Garden Studios with the added benefit of: Separate seating area Additional indoor Jacuzzi	2 adults	76

Cranley Comment

There are two Garden Suites which are located in the private 'Adults only' area with the Garden Studios. The suites are decorated and furnished to a very high standard and are over twice the size of the Garden Studios and have the added benefit of a separate seating area and an additional indoor Jacuzzi.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Family Suites	18	1 Inland 13 Sea 4 Junior Sea	As per Superior Rooms with the added benefit of: Separate lounge and bedroom Additional furniture items Sofa bed Two telephones	3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children under 12	55

Cranley Comment

The Family Suites are located on the west side of the hotel. Family Suites have custom designed interiors giving individuality and all have a bedroom and a separate lounge. The bedrooms are furnished with king size or twin beds, one armchair with footstool, dressing table with side chair and luggage rack. The in-built spacious wardrobes have full-length mirrors. The lounge is furnished with a pullout double sofa bed, two comfortable armchairs, two coffee tables and a stand-up lamp. The bathrooms are spacious and brightly lit and include a double sized Jacuzzi with built-in shower. The balcony with flower-bed has a table and two chairs. Interconnecting rooms are available.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Penthouse Suites	13	Sea	As per Family Suite with the added benefit of: 30" LCD TV Electronic safe CD player Mini-bar cabinet	2 adults	55

Cranley Comment

The Penthouse Suites are located on the 6th floor, are contemporary in design and decorated in terracotta and green hues. They comprise a separate bedroom and lounge area, with the bedroom comprising of a king-size bed, two side-tables, television cabinet and chair. The lounge area has a large sofa with coffee table, television cabinet, desk, armchair and stool and small side table. The spacious modern bathrooms have a bath, Jacuzzi, two wash basins, walk-in shower unit and separate toilet. All Suites feature a double balcony with two small tables and four chairs and have panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Princess Suite	1	Sea	As per the Penthouse Suite with the added benefit of: Digital television with Internet connection Hi-Fi System Electronic safe Dining table and four chairs Large private balcony with table, four chairs, two sun beds and parasol Private check-in in the comfort of the suite Complimentary valet service for unpacking / packing Complimentary magazine and daily local newspaper English fresh flowers and deluxe fruit basket Bottle of French Champagne upon arrival Shoe shine Silk robes Complimentary late check-out upon request Pre-dinner drink with canapes 17.30 to 19.00	2 adults	77

Cranley Comment

The Princess Suite is situated on the first floor of the hotel and is also primarily designed as a honeymoon suite. It has custom designed soft furnishings in shades of summer mist, together with its art-deco furniture gives this suite its individual character. The suite comprises of the bedroom and a separate large living room, a bathroom and extra washroom. The bedroom is furnished with a king-size circular bed, side tables, dressing-table, television set, luggage rack and one wall is panelled with full-length mirrors. The spacious dining and living area is furnished with a dining table and four chairs, a modern chaise lounge, a large couch, coffee table, three side tables and two armchairs. The spacious bathroom has a large corner Jacuzzi, in-built shower and is marble panelled. Children cannot be accommodated in this Suite.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Executive suite	1	Sea	As per Princess Suite with the added benefit of: Fax machine	2 adults	77

Cranley Comment

The Executive Suite is situated on the first floor of the Hotel. It has custom designed soft furnishings in "earthen" colours, which give this suite its individual character and ambiance. The bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed, two side tables, and dressing-table with chair, television set and luggage rack. The open-plan living and dining area is furnished with a couch, two side tables, large coffee table, two armchairs and dining table with chairs. The marble panelled bathroom has a large corner Jacuzzi and in-built shower. The Suite has a large private balcony with table and chairs, sun beds and parasols. Children cannot be accommodated in this suite.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Prince Suite	1	Sea	As per Princess Suite with the added benefit of: Additional bathroom Guest washroom	2 adults	80

Cranley Comment

The Prince Suite comprises of a bedroom, spacious living and dining area, two bathrooms and guest washroom. The bedroom is furnished with a king-size bed, large dressing-table and chair, two side tables, two small leather armchairs, coffee table and luggage rack. The in-built wardrobes have full-length mirrors. The Open-plan living and dining area for eight people is furnished with a large couch, two chairs and coffee table, one armchair, and panel wardrobes along one wall. The Suite has three private balconies with sea view and wooden table and chairs on each. The marble-panelled bathroom has a large Jacuzzi, in-built shower and toilet and bidet, Children cannot be accommodated in this suite.

Type	No.	View	Facilities	Max. Occupancy	Size m2
Royal Suite	1	Sea	As per Prince Suite with the added benefit of: Facsimile (private number) 42" Plasma Screen Executive office area Library Steam room with jet shower Shallow swimming pool Private gourmet dinners and cocktail receptions on the terrace can be catered for	2 adults	210

Cranley Comment

The Royal Suite has a bedroom, open-plan living room and dining area (which will seat 8 persons), executive office area with desk and library, bathroom with Jacuzzi, private steam room with jet shower and a guest cloakroom. The bedroom has a king-size bed, wardrobes and a 42” plasma screen. There is an additional room connected to the living room area of the Suite. Living, dining and office areas are open-plan with two separate seating areas, a 42” Plasma Screen and Hi-Fi System. Sliding doors lead to the very spacious wooden-decked terrace surrounded by lush greenery, comfortable garden furniture with a dining area. On an elevated deck there is a shallow swimming pool and Jacuzzi, sun beds, coffee table and chairs. The master bathroom is complete with Jacuzzi bath-tub, separate walk-in steam room with jet shower, two wash basins, and separate toilet area. Children cannot be accommodated in this suite.

Restaurants & Cafés

Number of Restaurants

Restaurant Comments

The hotel caters for all tastes and occasions with six eating establishments, offering a large range of local and exotic dishes in elegant surroundings, some of which are complemented by live music. Mavrommatis, a gourmet Greek restaurant and Vivaldi, a fine dining Italian restaurant are located on lower lobby level. Cafe Tropical, which offers all day dining in a relaxing atmosphere and Seasons Oriental, serving authentic oriental cuisine are both located on the lower lobby level. Seashells, which is only open during summer months, offers fish and seafood and is located outdoors on lower lobby level. Colors Cafe offers desserts, homemade Gelato Ice cream and cakes and is located on ground level by the adults only pool. Reservations are recommended in the fine dining restaurants.

Vivaldi

Restaurant Type	Italian
Restaurant Capacity	Total 70
Opening Times	19:30 to 23:00
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	No Smoking Allowed.
Children’s Facilities	Children under the age of 5 years old are not permitted in Vivaldi.
Breakfast Options	The restaurant is not open for breakfast.

Cranley Comment

Located on the ground floor of the hotel adjacent to the lobby, Vivaldi Restaurant is named after the composer of the famous classical piece of music ‘The Four Seasons’. Vivaldi is a fine dining Italian restaurant set in an environment of sophistication and style. The restaurant offers a range of seating configurations with tables covered in white linen and comfortable chairs. There is an abundant use of wood throughout the restaurant. Wooden panelling along one wall frames the windows with their deep rich red drapes. The restaurant’s central focal point is a large marble fireplace framed by an amber glow with a trio of illuminated wine racks on one side and an original artwork of abstract roses on the other side. The restaurant's discreet back lighting adds softness to the ambiance of this restaurant. Guests can choose from an a la carte menu offering gourmet cuisine, the freshest of ingredients and traditional Italian cuisine.

Mavrommatis

Restaurant Type	Gourmet Greek
Restaurant Capacity	Total 72
Opening Times	19:30 to 23:00 Closed on Sunday
Dress Codes	Smart/Casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	No Smoking Allowed.
Children’s Facilities	Children under 5 years old are not permitted in the restaurant.
Breakfast Options	The restaurant is not open for breakfast.

Cranley Comment

Located on the ground floor adjacent to the lobby and next to Vivaldi Restaurant, Mavrommatis, in association with Mavrommatis of Paris, is a Greek Restaurant offering classical Greek cuisine. Mavrommatis is decorated in a mix of modern and traditional styles. Features of the restaurant are the use of old Cypriot stone, stainless steel elements, olive gold linen and a carpet, depicting olive leaves. The restaurant offers a range of seating configurations, with tables covered in olive gold linen and comfortable chairs. Guests can enjoy an a la carte menu offering classical gourmet Greek cuisine, which is cooked and presented in a French style.

Seasons Oriental

Restaurant Type	Oriental
Restaurant Capacity	Total 60
Opening Times	19:30 to 23:00 Closed on Tuesdays
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	No Smoking Allowed.
Children’s Facilities	Children under the age of 5 years old are not permitted in the restaurant.
Breakfast Options	The restaurant is not open for breakfast.

Cranley Comment

Seasons Oriental is a formal Chinese restaurant located on the lower lobby level of the hotel. Seasons Oriental is modern Chinese in design, with vibrant colours in deep red, orange and black, complemented by light wooden parquet flooring. The restaurant offers a range of seating configurations, some with white banquet sofas surrounding circular wooden tables or individual tables and comfortable white chairs. Open for dinner only (closed on Tuesday), the restaurant offers an a la carte menu of traditional Asian cuisine, a Dim Sum menu and a selection of international wines. Some of the restaurant's speciality dishes include wok cooked lobster with sliced ginger, strips of beef tenderloin with sweet onions and spices served on a sizzling platter.

Cafe Tropical

Restaurant Type	All Day Dining Buffet/A la Carte
Restaurant Capacity	115 Inside 220 Outside
Opening Times	Breakfast Buffet 07:00 to 10:30 Lunch Buffet 12:30 to 14:30 Dinner Buffet 19:30 to 22:30 A La Carte Menu 11:00 to 23:30
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking tables outside.
Children’s Facilities	Recommended for early dinner High Chairs Children's menu as well as a menu with healthy options available for lunch and dinner.
Breakfast Options	Breakfast Buffet

Cranley Comment

Cafe Tropical is the hotel’s informal all-day dining restaurant and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Located on lower lobby level next to Seasons Oriental, Cafe Tropical is an expansive restaurant divided into several sections with different seating configurations, which consist of banquet sofas and tables, separate tables and rattan chairs. Windows along one side of the restaurant look out over the Koi Fish Lagoon where alfresco dining is available during the summer months. The restaurant’s décor depicts a tropical jungle setting, with water features and an abundance of tropical green plants. At the centre of the restaurant is a buffet serving area. Cafe Tropical offers an International and Cypriot a la carte menu, a healthy options menu, a daily buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner and a children’s menu.

Seashells

Restaurant Type	Fish & Seafood
Restaurant Capacity	Total 45
Opening Times	The restaurant is open only during summer months. 19:30 to 23:00
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	No
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking tables.
Children’s Facilities	Children under the age of 5 years old are not permitted in the restaurant.
Breakfast Options	The restaurant is not open for breakfast.

Cranley Comment

Open during the summer months (June to October), fish and seafood is prepared in different styles from the A la carte menu served outdoors on the terrace with a panoramic view of the Mediterranean Sea.

Colors Cafe

Restaurant Type	Cafe Patisserie
Restaurant Capacity	Total 200 over the 4 areas
Opening Times	09:00 to 01:00 Sunday to Thursday 09:00 to 02:00 Friday & Saturday
Dress Codes	Casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking tables.
Children’s Facilities	Children's meals are available High Chairs
Breakfast Options	Coffee and pastries.

Cranley Comment

Colors Cafe is located on the ground level of the hotel near the Adults Only swimming pool. Like its name - this trendy casual coffee bar is decorated and furnished in bright colourful tones. The main serving area of the cafe has a glass display unit offering a choice of cakes, pastries, sandwiches and traditional Cypriot desserts. This section of the cafe has wooden floors, terracotta painted walls, blue leather chairs and glass circular tables. The second area of the cafe has a conservatory style ambiance and is surrounded by floor to ceiling glass windows. This area is furnished with rattan furniture, including sofas with a blend of bright colourful cushions. Colours Cafe has a relaxed ambiance and offers casual dining throughout the day and into the early hours. The cafe serves a daily changing buffet, homemade gelatos and a wide choice of snacks. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, freshly brewed coffee and a choice of tea are also available.

Bars

Number of Bars	4
Bar Comments

The Four Seasons Hotel has four bars for guest's enjoyment which serve tropical cocktails, champagne, after dinner liqueurs and other favourite drinks. Vista Cocktail Bar is the main hotel bar and is located on the main Lobby. The Bar has live entertainment during the evenings, a terrace looking over the Mediterranean and serves the lobby lounge seating area. Splash Bar is located by the main outdoor swimming pool serving beverages and snacks. The Garden Bar is located by the Adults Only Garden Swimming Pool and serves snacks, salads and drinks. The Beach Bar is located in the garden area in close proximity to the beach and serves snacks and hot and cold drinks.

Vista Bar

Bar Type	Cocktail Bar
Bar Capacity	350 (of which 150 inside & 200 outside)
Opening Times	09:00 to 01:00 daily
Dress Codes	Smart casual

Air-Conditioning	Yes
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking tables outside
Admissions Policy	Children are permitted in Vista Bar when accompanied by an adult.

Cranley Comment

Vista Bar is a stylish cocktail bar situated off the lobby area and offers a variety of seating arrangements including the bar itself, Vista Terrace (during summer months) and the lobby lounge area. Vista Bar is surrounded by large windows with panoramic views over the gardens and the Mediterranean Sea. The bar is decorated in earthy tones and furnished with comfortable brown leather banquette sofas, tables and chairs. Vista Terrace has a wooden decking area and is furnished with rattan chairs with colourful cushions. The terrace is a casual relaxed area and looks out over the garden’s palm trees, colourful plants and out to the sea. An extensive range of cocktails, wines, spirits and champagnes are available in addition to beers, soft drinks and hot and cold beverages. A menu offering a wide selection of snacks, cakes and pastries is available throughout the day in the bar, on the Terrace (weather permitting) and the Lobby Lounge seating area. During most evenings of the week the bar offers live entertainment and dancing.

Splash Pool Bar

Bar Type	Pool Bar
Bar Capacity	Total 20
Opening Times	10:00 to 19:00 daily
Dress Codes	Casual

Air-Conditioning	No
Smoking Policy	Designated smoking tables
Admissions Policy	The bar has no admission policy.

Cranley Comment

Splash Pool Bar is located by the main outdoor swimming pool and serves hot beverages and snacks, salads, cold sandwiches, cafe a la carte menu and ice creams. The bar provides service to bathers around the pool.

Beach Bar

Bar Type	Beach Bar
Bar Capacity	Total 40
Opening Times	10:00 to 19:00 daily, weather permitting
Dress Codes	Casual

Air-Conditioning	No
Admissions Policy	The bar has no admission policy.

Cranley Comment

The Beach Bar is located in the garden area in close proximity to the beach. Immediately opposite the bar is a lawn which has fixed circular umbrellas shading circular tables, where guests can enjoy their drinks and snacks out of the sun. The Beach Bar provides waiter service to guests in the garden area and down by the beach. The bar's menu offers long cool drinks, cocktails, hot beverages, crisp green salads, cold sandwiches, ice cream, cakes and fruit.

Garden Pool Bar

Bar Type	Pool Bar - Adults Only
Bar Capacity	Total 10
Opening Times	10:00 to 19:00 daily, weather permitting
Dress Codes	Casual

Air-Conditioning	No
Smoking Policy	No non-smoking areas.
Admissions Policy	Children are not permitted in the Garden Pool Bar.

Cranley Comment

The Garden Pool Bar is located by the Adults Only Garden Swimming Pool at the end of the Vista Terrace. This pool bar is for adults only and offers a menu of freshly made sandwiches, crisp green salads, ice creams, beverages and cocktails.

Business & Event Facilities

Wireless Internet

Wireless Internet is available in the lobby and Internet Stations located on the Atrium level (chargeable). Access cards are available from reception.

In-Room Services

Broadband Internet Connection (chargeable)
Desk
TV with broadband internet connection
Fax machines in some room types

Business Centre

There is no Business Centre
2 computer stations are available on the Atrium level with chargeable internet access
Printing facilities
Secretarial services available

Meetings & Events

Venue	Size (m²)	Dimensions L x W x H (metres)								Hollow Square
Ballroom
Ballroom	500	33.0 x 16.0 x 4.4	600	500	500	340	100	100	204	126
Ballroom A	196	13.0 x 16.0 x 4.4	240	120	180	120	56	48	72	70
Ballroom C	188	12.0 x 16.0 x 4.4	220	120	160	110	50	46	66	60
Ballroom B	116	7.0 x 16.0 x 4.4	120	80	120	60	40	46	36	50
Ballroom A & B	312	20.0 x 16.0 x 4.4	250	360	300	180	100	76	108	120
Ballroom B & C	304	19.0 x 16.0 x 4.4	350	230	280	170	82	70	102	110
Summit
Summit Room	160	18.0 x 9.0 x 3.0	160	180	200	80	60	48	60	60
Summit Room A	116	14.0 x 10.0 x 3.0	130	70	110	60	40	30	42	40
Summit Room B	43	6.0 x 6.0 x 3.0	50	30	38	20	20	18	18	20
Chairman's Suite
Chairman's Suite A	23	6.3 x 3.7 x 2.5	-	-	-	-	12	-	-	-
Chairman's Suite B	21	5.8 x 3.7 x 2.5	-	-	-	-	10	-	-	-
External Event Space
St George's Chapel	-	-	-	-	40	-	-	-	-	-

The Four Seasons Hotel features three conference facilities, the Four Seasons Ballroom, the Summit Room and the Chairman’s Suite. Together, the conference facilities offer the ultimate flexibility in a venue.

The Four Seasons Ballroom can cater for up to 600 delegates and offers 500 square metres of pillar-free space. The Ballroom can be divided into three sections. A special feature of the Ballroom is an advanced digital sound and lighting system. This system gives the room the capability to be illuminated in any one of a multitude of colours to suite the mood or the corporate occasion.

The hotel’s Summit room A & B, or both together provide facilities for the smaller to medium sized meeting or event. The Summit Room offers flexibility and can cater for up to 200 delegates.

The Chairman’s Suite consists of two executive level boardrooms for twelve and ten persons respectively.

Weddings

The Four Seasons offers a perfect environment for wedding receptions and has experienced staff to cater for all individual requirements, from menus, flowers and makeup to photography and music. The hotel now features a new Chapel. St George's Chapel offers a unique setting for both Catholic and Anglican wedding ceremonies and blessings, with bench seating for around 20 people and space for further seating outside. It is available to all hotel guests at certain times of the day for private moments of solitude, prayer, or just peaceful contemplation. Wedding receptions can be arranged on the lawns in front of the chapel after the ceremony and wedding dinners can follow in one of the many private function areas.

Facilities and equipment available for the Four Seasons business and conference rooms include:

WiFi, Broadband internet access, state-of-the-art dedicated AV facilities, video conferencing, dedicated personnel for each event and full banqueting and catering facilities.

Cranley Comment

With 704 square metres of versatile meeting space and two distinctive convention rooms, events can be accommodated from a small meeting to a multinational conference, weddings, festive banquets and hi-impact launches. With facilities including thirty seven suites, conference facilities, a Shiseido Spa and extensive leisure facilities, the Four Seasons Hotel is an ideal venue for incentive groups. The hotel has dedicated personnel for each event and demonstrates unparalleled attention to detail.

Children’s Facilities & Clubs

Restaurant Facilities	See Restaurants
Playground	There is no playground

Children's Pool	See Pools
Games Room	Located on the Lower Level of the hotel is a video games room which is open seven days a week throughout the year. The video games room offers a variety of games for children of all ages.

Children's Club

The Kids Club has daily and evening activities available to children from 7 to 13 years of age. The kids are allowed to come and go as they wish. The meeting point for all activities is the Outdoor Kid’s Club Area. All evening venues will be shown on the information boards.

Entertainment

The hotel has a kindergarten area which is open all year round from 10:00 to 17:00 and is available to guests with children from 3 to 8 years of age. It is fully supervised by qualified personnel. There is a large kid's playroom and The Kids Club with daily and evening activities is available to children from 7 to 13 years of age. There are various activities available to children from 13 years of age and upwards in the 'Fun for Everyone' programme. Table tennis, t-shirt painting, pottery painting and scuba diving trial are just a few. The Video Games Room is situated on the Lower Level. Open daily throughout the year there is a variety of games for children of all ages.

Babysitting service

A chargeable babysitting service is available for children of all ages with 24 hours notice required. Guests can book this service through housekeeping.

Cranley Comment

The Hotel offers a whole range of activities for children of all ages. There is a supervised kindergarten for children aged 3 to 8 located on the lower lobby level. A kids club with daily and evening activities is available to children from 7 to 13 years of age and various teen activities are available to children from 13 years of age and upwards in the 'Fun for Everyone' programme. The Video Games Room is situated on the lower level and is open daily throughout the year, with a variety of video and other games for children of all ages.

Entertainment

Daytime Activities

Cranley Comment

The hotel offers 'Fun for Everyone' activities during the day from 09:00 to 18:30 from Monday to Friday and 09:00 to 14:30 on Saturday and Sunday. Activities include daily quiz, table games, pilates, aqua fitness, Amathus ancient city walk, Koi fish feeding time, fit ball exercises, Iris folding, flower arrangement, table tennis competitions, pottery painting to name just a few.

Evening Activities

Cranley Comment

On Mondays and Thursdays from June to October, the hotel has a 'Show Time Special' where spectacular variety shows are held by the pool and lagoon area at the Cafe Tropical. There is live international music from 21:00 to 01:00 with dancing every night in Vista Bar. Mavrommatis has live piano music.

Beaches

Four Seasons Hotel Beach

Location	Hotel is next to the beach.
Description	The Four Seasons "Blue Flag" sandy beach is located by walking through the hotel's gardens and down past the outdoor swimming pool. Loungers and parasols are provided and the Beach Bar, located in the gardens, serves to surrounding areas.
Private/Public	Public
Size/Frontage	The width of the hotel's grounds.

Facilities	Loungers & Parasols Diving Centre Water Sports Centre offering canoeing, pedaloes, windsurfing, scuba diving, motorised water sports all run by an independent company
Safety	It is a public beach and therefore no hotel lifeguard on duty
Parking	No parking available

Cranley Comment

The Four Seasons Hotel's Blue Flag public sandy beach (there are no private beaches in Cyprus) is located east of Limassol along the 16 kilometre stretch of the Limassol shore which is the largest seaside resort on the island and is situated against the backdrop of the Troodos mountains. During the summer the hotel provides loungers and parasols for guests on the beach. The Dive-In is a 5 Star PADI Diving School located on the premises of the hotel, in close proximity to the beach and main outdoor swimming pool. The diving school is privately owned and there is a charge for its use. It is open daily between March and December. A large variety of water sports are available on the beach directly in front of the hotel, all at a charge. The water sports facility is provided by an outside contractor and is closed between the months of November and March.

Pools

Cranley Comments

The hotel has two outdoor swimming pools. The main outdoor lagoon style swimming pool is the largest and offers a children's pool and water slide. The second outdoor swimming pool is for adults only. This pool is closed during the winter months. The indoor pool located near the gym on the lower lobby level contains heated seawater and has a sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi nearby.

Outdoor

Opening Times	08:00 to 17:00
Temperature	26 degrees celsius
Depths	Max depth 2.0 metres Min stepping in 0.0 metres
Size	780 sqm

Facilities	Wooden Loungers Parasols Towels Showers
Safety	There is a lifeguard on duty throughout pool opening times.

Cranley Comment

The main outdoor lagoon style swimming pool is the largest and is situated in near proximity to the Lagoon Area, green area and beach. It is heated when required during the winter months (November to March) and offers a children's pool and water slide. The pool surround has wooden loungers and parasols and is serviced by the Splash Pool Bar offering a variety of drinks, light food and ice cream. The beach is just a short walk away.

Garden Pool

Opening Times	08:00 to 17:00
Temperature	Approximately 27 degrees celsius during the summer
Depths	Maximum 1.7 metres Minimum 0 cms
Size	400 sqm

Facilities	The pool is located off the veranda of the Garden Studios. All Garden Studios on the ground floor level have a private Jacuzzi which is part of the river-like pool.
Safety	There is a lifeguard on duty throughout pool opening times.

Cranley Comment

The second outdoor swimming pool is called the Garden Pool and is for Adults Only. This outdoor pool is smaller and is situated by the Garden Studios and is a river-like pool along the private verandas of the ground floor. All Garden Studios on the ground floor level have a private Jacuzzi which is part of the river-like pool. The pool is closed during the winter months (November – March).

Indoor Pool

Opening Times	08:00 to 20:00
Temperature	Approx 26 degrees celsius
Depths	Maximum depth 1,80 metres Minimum depth 0.70 metres
Size	95 sqm

Facilities	Wooden Loungers Jacuzzi Sauna Steam Changing rooms Showers
Safety	There is a lifeguard on duty throughout pool opening times.

Cranley Comment

The Indoor pool is a heated seawater pool and is located on lower lobby level close to the Shiseido Spa. Floor to ceiling windows on two sides give the pool area natural daylight and look out over the garden’s tropical green plants. The pool surround is furnished with comfortable cushioned loungers and offers unisex facilities including sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi which are all free of charge.

Children's Pool

Opening Times	08:00 to 17:00
Temperature	Approx 26 degrees celsius
Depths	Maximum 0.75 metres
Size	Circular and small

Facilities	Same as the lagoon style pool
Safety	Lifeguard on duty

Cranley Comment

The children's pool is located at the far end of the lagoon style pool and is circular in design with a pool slide.

Sports & Gym

Gym & Health Club

Opening Times	08:00 to 20:00
Description	Life Fitness Equipment: 1 Step 4 Bicycles 3 Cross Trainers 3 Treadmills 2 Rowing Machines 1 Leg Press 1 Seated Row 1 Bicep 1 Chest Press 1 Back Extension 1 Abdominal 1 Strength (Dip assist/Chin assist) Free Weights
Size	50 sq metres

Cranley Comment

The well equipped Gymnasium is located on the lower lobby level next to the Shiseido Spa. The Gym area is spacious, airy and decorated throughout with wooden flooring and arched wooden panelling decorated with soft blue lighting. Tailor made programmes by qualified trainers are available upon request. The Gym offers a full range of Life Fitness equipment and a spacious and functional exercise studio, where there are a number of aerobic classes available. There are changing rooms with lockers, sauna, steam and jacuzzi.

Water Sport

Opening Times	08:00 till dusk
Description	5 Star PADI Diving School Windsurfing Canoeing Pedaloes Snorkelling Scuba Diving Motorised water sports

Cranley Comment

Dive-In is a 5 Star PADI Diving School located on the premises of the hotel in close proximity to the beach and main outdoor swimming pool. The diving school is privately owned and it is open daily between March and December. A large variety of the most popular motorised and non-motorised water sports are available on the beach in front of the hotel at a charge.

Land Sport

Opening Times	07:00 to 20:00
Description	Floodlit tennis courts Table tennis

Cranley Comment

The hotel's two tennis courts are located in the grounds to the left of the hotel entrance. The courts are made of artificial grass, are floodlit and complimentary to hotel guests and by appointment only. Rackets are available free of charge. The table tennis is located outdoors undercover next to the indoor pool. Bats and balls are available free of charge.

Golf

Aphrodite Hills

Description

Sitting amidst olive trees, the 234-hectare Aphrodite Hills Cyprus Golf Resort is located on a plateau overlooking one of the most beautiful beaches on the island. Its land extends over two olive tree covered slopes on either side of a rugged ravine. This, twinned with architecture designed to complement the natural surroundings creates a unique setting. Golf enthusiasts will be attracted to the World Class eighteen hole golf course, the largest on the island complete with a three hole golf academy and clubhouse.

Location	50 km
Holes	18
Length/Par	71/70 Course length 6,900 yards

Facilities

Double ended 350 metre practice range
Four target greens with bunkers
Short game practice facilities
Two academy holes (One Par 3, Two Par 4)
PGA qualified resident golf instructors
Clubhouse with bar and restaurant facilities
Terraces and function lawn overlooking 18th green
Pro shop offering the latest fashion in golf apparel
Golf equipment from the leading manufacturers
Ideal setting for hosting special events

Secret Valley Golf Club

Description

The Secret Valley Golf Course, is located by the renowned area of "Petra tou Romiou", the legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, the Goddess of Love. It is set in a scenic valley surrounded by mature trees and natural rock formations. It is consistently appearing as the preferred course amongst the island's visiting players in terms of sheer playability and enjoyment.

Location	49 km
Holes	18 holes
Length/Par	6,700 yards

Facilities

Twelve bay covered driving range
Putting green
Changing facilities
PGA Pro and lessons
Pro shop
Restaurant and bar

Vikla Golf and Country Club

Description

Vikla Golf and Country Club is about 20 kilometres from the main Limassol tourist/residential area. Vikla Golf Club is a husband and wife run, small proprietary club and is an eighteen hole golf course with a par of sixty-eight, achieved by utilising twelve fairways, fourteen greens and seventeen men's and ladies' tees in the same way as nine hole golf courses offer eighteen holes by using double tees. The club has spectacular mountain views and a friendly and informal atmosphere. For the non-golfers there is a swimming pool and an outside terrace overlooking the course. If playing golf in Cyprus at this club, the two par fives and six par threes offer a realistic challenge and no handicap certificates are required.

Location	20 km
Holes	18 holes
Length/Par	4,400 yards Par 68

Facilities

The Club House offers a range of drinks and bar snacks at affordable prices and for the non-golfers there is a swimming pool and an outside terrace overlooking the course. Clubs and trolleys are available for hire from the Pro shop where there's also a selection of golfing equipment for sale.

Spa

Name of Spa	Shiseido Spa
Opening Times	Summer 09:00 to 20:00 Winter 10:00 to 19:00

Facilities

Body Treatments
Massage
Facials
Solarium
Beauty for Hands and Feet
Epilation
Spa Packages
Holistic treatments

SHISEIDO TREATMENTS

Qi Facial Treatments:
Deep Cleansing Care
Intensive Moisturising Care
Relaxing Care
Clarifying Care
Firming Care
Time Balance Care
Make-Up

Qi Body Treatments:
Body Polish
Relaxing Care For Body & Mind
Energising Care For Body & Mind
Body Tonic
Firming Care
Quick Tension Release
Treatment for Feet & Legs

Qi for Face & Body:

Treatments Ladies & Men:
Total Luxury Anti-Ageing Facial
Japanese Scalp And Shoulders Massage
Deep Tension Relief Massage
Body Contouring Massage
Jet-Lag Recovery Massage

Treatments For Men

Qi Facial Treatments:
Cleansing & Clarifying Treatment
Relaxing Treatment
Soothing & Moisturising Treatment

Qi Body Treatments:
Deep-Cleansing Back Treatment
Relaxing Care For Body & Mind
Energising Care For Body & Mind
Quick Tension Release

Qi Treatment For Body & Face:

Face & Body Packages For Ladies & Men:
One Day Qi Face & Body Package
Three Day Face Package
Three Day Shiseido Sampler
Two Day Deep Relaxation
Six Day Slimming Package
Six Day Shiseido Holistic Experience

The Spa has a range of individual treatments which include:
Body treatments
Aramasoul Mud Therapy
Seaweed Body Mask
Remineralising Body Mask
Body Peeling
Hydro Massage Bath With Seaweed And Essential Oils
Swiss Needle Shower
Seawater Jet Massage
Self Heating Mud – Bermuda,
Smoothing Thigh Treatment
Self Heating Mud Spinal
Self Heating Mud Spinal & Feet
Bust Treatment
"Heavy Legs" Cryotonic Treatment

There are a range of packages from 1 to 6 days duration which can be tailored fully to your individual needs.

Packages include:
Anti-Stress Package- Duration 6 days,
Slim Line Package- Duration 6 days
Body Revitalisation Package-Duration 6 day
Heavy Legs Package-Duration 6 days
Rejuvenate Face & Body-Duration 5 days.
Face Regeneration-Duration 5 days
Spa for Her-Duration 4 days
Spa for Him-Duration 4 days
Relaxation Package-Duration 3 days
Body & Face Treatment-Duration 3 days
The Stress Solution-Duration 3 days
Total Wellness-Duration 3 days
Holistic Experience-Duration 3 days
Relaxing Day-Duration 1 day
Jet Lag Solution-Duration 1 day
The Spa Sampler!-Duration 1 day
Journey Into your senses-Duration 1 day

Face Treatments

Eleven essential treatments to replenish and regenerate the facial contours including:
Face Revive
Replenishing Anti-Aging
Aromavetic Facial
Soothing Care After Sun
Facial for Men
Ultimate Rebalancing Care
Ogen Age SPA Prestige Renewal
Vie Luxury Anti-Aging Facial
Eyelash & Eye Brow Tinting

Beauty for Hands & Feet:
Manicure
Men's Manicure
Manicure (File & Colour)
French Manicure
Pedicure
Men's Pedicure
Pedicure with Paraffin

Massages

A range of massages are available including:
Full Body Massage
Ayurveda Massage
Aromatherapy Massage
Hot Stone Massage,
Back Massage
Head Massage
Massage with Exotic Wooden Stones
Sea Holistic Bolus Massage
Pressotherapy Massage

Epilation
Whole Leg Wax
Half Leg Wax
Arm Wax
Bikini Line Wax
Under Arm Wax
Upper Lip Or Chin Wax

The hotel provides a wide range of epilation treatments

Cranley Comment

The Four Seasons Hotel features a Shiseido Spa, one of only five Spas in the world to offer the Shiseido Qi concept and also Thalasso treatments which are available in a brand new Thalasso area. The Spa features a number of luxury treatment rooms and a second dedicated relaxation area in line with the Shiseido Qi philosophy. There are a total of fourteen treatment rooms which include three Shiseido, four massage, one facial, one manicure, one pedicure, one Hydro massage, one jet massage and one Rassoul room. The Shiseido Spa is located on the lower lobby level of the hotel and offers a comprehensive range of Spa face and body treatments with something to suit all requirements. The Spa also has a range of packages from 1 to 6 days duration, which can be tailored fully to individual needs. Both Phytomer and Shiseido skin care products are available for purchase.

Special Needs

Communal Areas

Mobility impaired guests have access into the lobby area via glass automatic doors. All facilities on the lobby level are on one level. All facilities and outlets can be accessed by mobility impaired guests via the guest lifts which service all floors including the lower lobby level. The hotel’s gardens and outdoor facilities have pathways and bridges and are all accessible for mobility impaired guests including access to the beach. Toilet facilities for the disabled are situated on lobby level and lower lobby level.

Rooms & Bathrooms

The hotel has three dedicated Superior rooms for special needs guests located on the 1st floor. All three rooms have interconnecting rooms and they are all spacious, allowing maximum manoeuvrability for wheelchair users. In addition, wider entrance and bathroom doors as well as a lowered rail in the cupboard can be found in these rooms. The rooms have a balcony which has no step out and is accessible by wheelchair. The en-suite bathrooms have a large separate shower with an adjustable shower seat and both a hand held and rainwater shower. There is an adjustable grip bar located next to the toilet as well as a telephone.

Restaurants & Catering

Cafe Tropical and Seasons Oriental restaurants are located on lower lobby level. Colors Cafe is adjacent to the Garden Pool, located from the main Lobby going outdoors to the end of the Vista Terrace. Vivaldi and Mavrommatis restaurants are located on lobby level. Vista Bar is located on lobby level and the three remaining bars, Splash Pool, Beach Bar and Garden Pool Bar are located in the gardens. All the restaurant and bar outlets are accessible either by lift or by pathways in the grounds.

Recreation Facilities

The hotel has its own fitness centre and indoor swimming pool located on the lower lobby level which is accessible to mobility impaired guests.

Staff Assistance

Hotel staff are on hand to assist mobility impaired guests.

Cranley Comment

The hotel has three dedicated special needs rooms located on the first floor, two with seaview and one with inland view. All facilities and outlets can be accessed by mobility impaired guests via the guest lifts, which service all floors including the lower lobby level. The hotel’s gardens and outdoor facilities have pathways and bridges and are all accessible for mobility impaired guests, including access to the beach.

Environment

Measures

Recycling
Energy Saving
Beach Cleaning
Water Saving

Cranley Comment

The hotel uses recycled water for the gardens, has low voltage lights saving energy and does beach cleaning daily during summer months.

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