The Cranley Report®: Londa
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Londa, Cyprus
Hotel Address
Londa Hotel
PO Box 52000
3509 Limassol
Cyprus
 
Cranley Rating

National Rating
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Hotel Summary
Category Hotel
Awards Won 2007
Nominated by the World Travel Awards for “Cyprus Leading Hotel” and “Cyprus Leading Spa Resort”
Hotel Opened
 1982
Refurbishment 2005
Cranley Summary
This newly refurbished, "Contemporary Boutique Hotel", is located on the Mediterranean coast of Cyprus' commercial hub, Limassol. Set back from the bustle of the town against the backdrop of the Troodos mountains, its seafront setting gives it an air of calm and elegance. The hotel offers an individually tailored level of service with "On Call" assistants available to fulfil guests’ individual needs efficiently and competently. The sixty-eight individually designed chic rooms and suites are furnished in neutral shades with accents of vibrant colour and are tastefully furnished and well equipped with modern amenities. The rooms have king-size or twin beds and offer the facility of a baby cot if required. All rooms have high speed Internet access. Ensuite bathrooms are spacious, modern in style and well fitted out. The Londa's very hip restaurant, "Caprice", offers Mediterranean cuisine served with a twist and iconic cocktails and snacks are served in the bar. The innovative health and spa facilities offer a full range of treatments; the fitness facilities include a fully equipped gym. Overlooking the sea, the swimming pool offers the perfect location for sunbathing and sun downers.
Hotel Location & Layout
Location Description
The Londa is situated in Limassol which is the largest seaside resort on the island and is situated against the backdrop of the Troodos mountains. Limassol is the nation's main port and popular tourist area. Located in the heart of the southern coast, Limassol is a great base for visitors wanting easy access to the entire island with its first-class highway. The hotel is a forty minute drive to Larnaca International Airport, forty-five minutes drive to Paphos International Airport and fifty minutes drive to Nicosia.
Airports
Distance 65 km
Airport Transfers Taxi transfers available.
Cities and Sights
Distance 5 km
City/Sight Transfers Taxi transfers available.
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Layout Description
The Londa is approached along the main beach road with shops, bars, hotels and restaurants. The hotel's main entrance leads into the marbled lobby area with the reception desk to the right. Beyond this is a large lounge seating area with a bar, restaurant and leading out to the terrace with panoramic views over the Mediterranean Sea. Steps go down to the outdoor pool and poolside bar. The main entrance to the spa and gym is on this level.
Lobby & Guest Relations
Open Hours
 24 hours.
Languages Spoken Greek, English, German French and Russian
Payment Methods All major credit cards.
Cash accepted.
Foreign Exchange Available 24 hours.
Taxis Arranged Taxis arranged on request.
Tours Arranged Tours arranged on request.
Guest Relations Standard services.
Concierge Services
 Standard services.
Medical Facilities Doctor on call twenty-four hours with a typical response time of twenty minutes according to the hotel.
Parking There are parking facilities in the hotel's driveway and on-street parking nearby.
Cranley Comment
There are steps up to the main entrance which leads into the elegant lobby area with the reception desk to the right. White marble has been used throughout and accented by black wood pathways leading through the lounge area and out onto the terrace. There are large columns throughout the lobby and terrace which light up and are a focal point during the evening giving the whole area a subtle, warm and relaxing ambiance. The lounge is furnished with comfortable sofas and chairs with the Caprice Bar and Terrace located at the far end. Caprice Restaurant is directly opposite the bar. The lifts are located opposite the lounge area.
Shops & Amenities
Description
There are no shops in the hotel.
Rooms, Suites & Villas
Number of Floors 7
Total Rooms 68
Elevators 2
Rooms per Elevator 34
Total Staff 80
Staff per Room 1.2
Check-in Time 14:00
Check-out Time 12:00
Late Checkout Subject to availability.
Smoking Rooms The Londa has smoking rooms.
Room Service 24 hours.
Laundry Service Items collected before 09:30 are returned the same day.
For items collected after 09:30, a same-day Express Service is available at 50% surcharge.
Unique Features Guests have a PA, chef, housekeeper, driver and concierge allocated to them should they require those services.
Cranley Comment
The Londa has sixty-eight chic guest rooms and suites all with their own individual style. The rooms are designed in a contemporary-style with features such as Cypriot lace, antique filigree silver, custom made wood furnishings and have balconies with a panoramic sea view or an animated town view of Limassol towards the Troodos Mountains. The rooms use neutral shades and clean lines with vibrant accents of colour and texture, have king-size or double beds, ensuite bathrooms and all modern amenities.
  Type of Room, Views & Facilities
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Superior 27

Side

High speed Internet access
Cordless telephone
Voice mail
Telefax connection
200 satellite channels
Pay TV and games
"Nespresso" coffee machine
"On Call" services
Mini bar and safe
Air conditioning

 2 adults 35
Cranley Comment
The rooms are approached along carpeted corridors and are decorated in cool, natural shades, are contemporary in design and accented with wooden furniture and floors. The spacious open-plan rooms have a king-size bed or twin beds, table and chair, cabinet and easy chairs. Balconies have a table and chairs with views out towards the Troodos Mountains. The stylish ensuite bathrooms have a bath with a shower over it. Some of the rooms connect with suites with a sea view.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Deluxe 12

Sea

As per Superior Room

 2 adults 37
Cranley Comment
There are two Deluxe rooms on each floor which are approached along carpeted corridors. The open-plan rooms are spacious, light and contemporary in design. All rooms are decorated in soft, natural colours and accented with wooden furniture and floors. There is a king-size bed, table and easy chairs, television cabinet and good cupboard storage space. Each room has a furnished balcony with two chairs and a table, with panoramic views over the Mediterranean Sea. The ensuite bathrooms have a bath with a shower over it.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Suites 25

14 Side
11 Sea

As per Superior Room with the added benefit of:
Separate lounge area
Sofa bed
Some with two bathrooms
Most have an extra shower room and toilet.

 2 adults in Sea view 3 adults in side view 62
Cranley Comment
These extremely spacious open-plan suites all have a bedroom and separate lounge area. Some of the suites also have two bathrooms. The interiors are decorated in natural colours accented with wooden floors and furniture. The bedroom has a king-size bed, table and chair, easy chair and a large, fitted cupboard. Opposite the bed a large dark wooden cabinet houses a television which swivels towards the lounge area. The living area is furnished with an Italian-designed sofa bed, chairs and coffee table and has further cupboard space. Sliding doors lead out to the balcony with views of the sea or Troodos Mountains. The bathroom leading off the bedroom area has a bath with shower over it. The bathroom leading off the lounge area has a shower unit and no bath.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Executive Suites 2

Sea

As per Superior Room with the added benefit of:
Separate lounge area
Two bathrooms
Jacuzzi

 2 adults 60
Cranley Comment
The two Executive Suites are almost identical in design and layout to the suites with a sea view but with the difference of a light-coloured swivelling television cabinet and a round jacuzzi in the bathroom leading off the bedroom area.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Elite Suite 1

Sea

As per Superior Room with the added benefit of:
Spacious living area
Jacuzzi

 2 adults 68
Cranley Comment
The Elite Suite, ideal for honeymooners, is a spacious, chic, open-plan room which is contemporary in style and decorated and furnished in neutral shades with clean lines and has many individual features. The suite has a large, round bed, a spacious living area with a sofa and easy chairs and a bathroom with a jacuzzi and separate shower, divided by a glass partition from the bedroom. The private balcony has panoramic views over the sea.
Type No. View Facilities Max. Occupancy Size m2
Presidential Suite 1

Sea

As per Superior Room with the added benefit of:
Jacuzzi
Dining area
Walk-in wardrobe
Extra shower room

 2 adults 81
Cranley Comment
The Presidential Suite is located on the top floor of the hotel and has a bedroom, spacious lounge with dining area, bathroom with jacuzzi, walk-in wardrobe and an extra shower room. The suite is of contemporary design and decorated in soft natural shades complimented with dark wooden Italian furniture set on light wooden floors and enhanced with many individual features. The bedroom has a king-size bed and the living area is furnished with sofas, chairs and a dining table. The suite has two private balconies.
Restaurants & Cafés
Number of Restaurants
 1
  Caprice  
Restaurant Type Mediterranean with a twist
Restaurant Capacity 100
Opening Times Breakfast Buffet 07:00 to 10:30
Lunch a la Carte 12:30 to 14:30
Dinner a la Carte 19:30 to 22:30
Dress Codes Casual/Smart
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy Designated smoking ttables.
Children’s Facilities Special children's menu.
Breakfast Options Buffet breakfast.
Cranley Comment
Caprice is Londa's signature, "hip", restaurant and is located off the lobby lounge area. The restaurant's minimalist interiors are decorated in neutral colours and at night, the internally floodlit columns give the restaurant a romantic, soft ambiance. During the summer months the doors and sliding glass windows are opened onto the terrace for al fresco dining with wonderful views over the sea. Mediterranean cuisine is served with local Cypriot dishes on the daily specials, using all fresh products. The kitchen team is ready to improvise and tailor-make starters and dessert platters making dining at the Londa a memorable experience.
Bars
Number of Bars
 2
  Caprice Lounge Bar & Terrace  
Bar Type Cocktail Bar
Bar Capacity 130 (of which 70 in the lounge and 60 on the terrace).
Opening Times Open all day until the early hours of the morning.
Dress Codes Casual/smart
Air-Conditioning Yes
Smoking Policy Smoking in designated areas.
Admissions Policy Children allowed.
Cranley Comment
The Caprice Bar and Lounge is located in the main lobby area. White marble has been used throughout and accented by black wood pathways leading through the lounge and out onto the terrace. There are large columns which light up from within and are a focal point during the evening giving the bar a subtle, warm and relaxing ambiance. The Caprice Lounge bar is furnished with comfortable sofas and chairs and adapts according to the time of day serving morning coffee, snacks and silver-service afternoon tea. During the evening cocktails and drinks are served and later there is a resident DJ.
  Pool Bar  
Bar Type Swimming pool bar
Bar Capacity Serves pool area with a few seats around the bar itself.
Opening Times Opens Easter to November, 10:00 till dusk.
Dress Codes Casual.