🇨🇾 Famagusta, Cyprus
Polycarpia Hotel
📍 17, Afroditis, Famagusta, 5296
Your stay — Polycarpia Hotel
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Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chapel of St. Constantine and Eleni (762 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Agios Nikolaos (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Church of Profitis Elias (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Flouressia Gardens Park — 648 m · ~8 min walk
Blue Pearl Residences Playground — 847 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 68 m · ~1 min walk
Pharmacy Pernera-Protaras — 80 m · ~1 min walk
Makronisos Supermarket — 59 m · ~1 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs in Famagusta give the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks where rates are poor.
Cards widely accepted in supermarkets and restaurants; smaller shops and taxis may prefer cash.
Round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants; taxis appreciate rounding up; hotel staff no obligation.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Greek/Cypriot coffee at a local cafe: about €2.50.
Souvlaki or gyros pitta: around €4–5.
Typical main at a taverna: €10–14.
Seaside promenade and old town have cheap souvlaki, halloumi wraps, and meze stalls.
Alphamega and Papantoniou are common budget supermarkets in the area.
Small independent clothes shops on the main pedestrian streets; no big chain discount stores nearby.
Local buses cost €1.50–2 per ride; from Ercan Airport take a shared shuttle (about €10) or bus to Famagusta old town.
Eat at tavernas away from the main tourist strip; buy water and snacks from supermarkets; use the local bus instead of taxis.
Emergency Contacts
FamagustaFor all emergencies, dial 112 (EU standard). For non-urgent police in Famagusta, use +90 392 630 5000. Note that the Republic of Cyprus area code 357 does not cover North Cyprus, where Famagusta (Gazimağusa) is located.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Famagusta, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Polycarpia Hotel
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 68 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacy Pernera-Protaras — 80 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Famagusta Bus Station → Marelia Hotel, Famagusta
💡 Buy a rechargeable transit card (Magusa Kart) at the bus station for 50% off single fares. The Marelia is on the Salamis Road, a short walk from the stop.
Larnaca Airport (LCA) → Marelia Hotel, Famagusta
💡 Pre-book with a local company like Cyprus Taxi or Electra. Street taxis at the airport often charge €60+.
Larnaca Airport → Marelia Hotel
💡 The Marelia can arrange a private transfer for about €25 more than a taxi. Better for groups or late arrivals—they’ll wait at Arrivals with your name.
Larnaca Airport Bus Stop → Famagusta Bus Station
💡 Get off at the 'Marelia Hotel' stop on the main road (Ismet Inonu), not the bus station. Bus 706 stops right outside.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Polycarpia Hotel?
Check-in at Polycarpia Hotel is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near Polycarpia Hotel?
Souvlaki or gyros pitta: around €4–5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Polycarpia Hotel?
Local buses cost €1.50–2 per ride; from Ercan Airport take a shared shuttle (about €10) or bus to Famagusta old town.
Top Attractions in Famagusta
💡 Remove shoes at entrance. Women can borrow headscarves. Best light for photos is late afternoon.
💡 Climb to the top of Othello's Tower for the best sunset view. No entry fee to walk the walls, but the tower interior is sometimes locked.
💡 Best in the evening when fishermen return. The grilled fish at any of the three tavernas is decent and cheap—around €10 for a meze.
💡 Go early morning or late afternoon to avoid heat and crowds. The beach just south of the site is good for a cool-off swim.
💡 Take your own water and snacks. There’s a small carpark, but it fills by noon. The south end is quieter.