🇨🇾 Limassol, Cyprus
St Raphael
📍 135b, Leoforos Amathountos, Limassol, 4534
Your stay — St Raphael
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5-Minute Radius Essentials
Euronet — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
Stella's pharmacy — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Algida — 587 m · ~7 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the city for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots as they charge high fees.
Cards (Visa, Mastercard) widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and taxis; contactless and mobile pay common; carry some cash for small kiosks and markets.
Round up the bill in restaurants or leave 10% if service not included; tip taxi drivers a few euros; hotel porters a euro or two per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A frappe or filter coffee from a bakery or street kiosk costs about €2.50-3.
A souvlaki pitta wrap from a takeaway or a bakery sandwich with a drink sets you back around €6-8.
A main course at a local taverna (like moussaka or grilled meat) costs about €10-14.
Along the seafront near the old town and market area, you'll find souvlaki, gyros, and halloumi wraps from small kiosks for €3-5.
Common budget supermarkets are Athienitis, Masper, and Lidl, scattered along the main roads.
For affordable clothing, head to the Debenhams or Zara in My Mall or to the streets around the old market (straight roads near the castle).
A single bus ticket is €1.50; an all-day pass costs €5. From the airport, take the Limassol Airport Express bus (route 21) for €9 instead of a taxi (€50+).
Eat at tavernas on side streets rather than the seafront promenade; fill a reusable water bottle at public fountains; use the bus instead of taxis for longer trips.
Emergency Contacts
Limassol112 is the EU-wide emergency number, works for all services. For non-urgent medical help, dial 1408 (private ambulance). The Limassol General Hospital is on Nikou Georgiou Street, +357 2580 1000.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Limassol, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at St Raphael
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Euronet — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk — pharmacy · Stella's pharmacy — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Lime Gardens Hotel (main road stop: Agios Athanasios) → Limassol city centre (Saripolou Square)
💡 Use route 30 or 20 from the stop just outside the hotel. Validate your ticket onboard — inspectors are strict and fines are €20. A day pass (€3.50) is worth it if you're doing multiple trips.
Larnaca Airport Bus Stop (outside arrivals) → Limassol New Port Bus Station (next to Lime Gardens)
💡 Catch bus 412 (towards Limassol) from the airport. Get off at 'New Port' stop — the hotel is a 3-minute walk south. Don't rely on the driver for change; buy a reusable cyprus bus card at the airport kiosk.
Larnaca Airport (LCA) → Lime Gardens Hotel, Limassol
💡 Book through Kapnos or Welcome Pickups online for a fixed rate. Avoid unlicensed drivers at the arrivals hall — they often charge double.
Lime Gardens Hotel → Limassol city centre (Old Town)
💡 Hail one on the street or use the nTaxi app (works like Uber). Always confirm the fare upfront — meters are not always used. A short hop around town should not exceed €10.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at St Raphael?
Check-in at St Raphael is from null. Check-out is by null.
Where can I eat cheaply near St Raphael?
A souvlaki pitta wrap from a takeaway or a bakery sandwich with a drink sets you back around €6-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from St Raphael?
A single bus ticket is €1.50; an all-day pass costs €5. From the airport, take the Limassol Airport Express bus (route 21) for €9 instead of a taxi (€50+).
Top Attractions in Limassol
💡 Best at sunset; bring a water bottle as there are free public water fountains along the route.
💡 Visit on a weekday morning to avoid crowds; the miniature zoo is free but closes at 1pm.
💡 Check the back garden for large stone sarcophagi; no café on site so grab a coffee beforehand.
💡 Go early to avoid queues; the rooftop offers a decent view of the old town and marina.
💡 Visit late afternoon to avoid heat and catch the theatre in golden light; combine with a stop at nearby Sanctuary of Apollo.