Polis & Latchi
Polis and the harbour of Latchi are the quiet northwest of Cyprus: the Akamas peninsula, the Blue Lagoon by boat, the Baths of Aphrodite and unhurried fishing-village dining.
Polis & Latchi
Polis and the harbour of Latchi are the quiet northwest of Cyprus: the Akamas peninsula, the Blue Lagoon by boat, the Baths of Aphrodite and unhurried fishing-village dining.
Polis and the neighbouring harbour of Latchi (Latsi) sit on the northwest coast of Cyprus, in the Paphos District, and offer the quietest, most low-rise corner of the island. Polis is a relaxed inland town with a pedestrian square of tavernas, while Latchi, about five minutes away, is a small fishing harbour known for seafood and boat trips. Both serve as the gateway to the wild Akamas peninsula, the largest undeveloped stretch of coast in the south.
The best-known target is the Blue Lagoon, a sheltered turquoise inlet on the Akamas coast reached by boat from Latchi or by 4x4 track. On the way sits the Baths of Aphrodite, a small natural grotto and spring tied to the goddess legend, with a nature trail leading along the headland. Further south down the rugged coast lie the turtle-nesting sands of Lara Beach and the Avakas Gorge.
What to do
- Take a boat from Latchi to swim at the Blue Lagoon.
- Walk the trail from the Baths of Aphrodite along the Akamas headland.
- Eat fresh fish at the harbourside tavernas in Latchi in the evening.
- Drive the rough Akamas tracks to Lara Beach and hike the Avakas Gorge.
This is the place to come for nature and quiet rather than nightlife or big resorts. The Akamas is a protected area of cliffs, gorges, sea caves and unspoilt beaches, popular for hiking, snorkelling and boat trips. Accommodation is mostly small hotels and villas, and the pace stays slow even in high summer.
Polis and Latchi sit about 45 minutes north of Paphos and its airport, which makes them an easy add-on to a west-coast trip. From here the rest of the Akamas, and quieter beaches than the busy southeast, are right on the doorstep.
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Anassa
★★★★★A 5-star hillside resort a few minutes from Latchi with sea views, extensive spa facilities and multiple restaurants; a clear luxury splurge tier rather than mid-range.
Polis 1907 by Louis Hotels
★★★A small boutique hotel in a renovated 1907 historic building right on Polis's village square, part of the Louis Hotels group.
Polis & Latchi questions
What are Polis and Latchi known for?
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Polis and the harbour of Latchi are the quiet northwest of Cyprus and the gateway to the Akamas peninsula. They are known for the Blue Lagoon reached by boat, the Baths of Aphrodite, harbourside seafood and a slow, low-rise pace far from the busy southeast resorts.
How do you get to the Blue Lagoon?
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The Blue Lagoon is a sheltered turquoise inlet on the Akamas coast, reached either by boat from Latchi harbour or along a rough 4x4 track. Half-day boat trips run from Latchi through the warmer season and are the easiest way to swim there. The water is clear and calm, good for snorkelling.
What are the Baths of Aphrodite?
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The Baths of Aphrodite are a small natural grotto and spring on the Akamas headland near Latchi, tied by legend to the goddess Aphrodite. A nature trail starts from the site and runs along the coast with sea views. It is a short, easy stop rather than a swimming spot.
Is the Akamas peninsula good for nature?
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Yes. The Akamas is the largest undeveloped stretch of coast in the south of Cyprus, a protected area of cliffs, gorges, sea caves and beaches. It is popular for hiking, snorkelling and boat trips, and includes the turtle-nesting Lara Beach and the Avakas Gorge. Much of it is reached only on foot or by rough track.
How far are Polis and Latchi from Paphos?
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Polis and Latchi sit about 45 minutes north of Paphos and its airport by road, which makes them an easy add-on to a west-coast trip. There is no airport in the northwest, so most visitors arrive via Paphos and drive up over the hills to the coast.
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