We have just returned from the Paphos Gardens and were unlucky enough to have have stayed in two rooms which had not yet been updated. We had 2 two bedroomed apartments (Geranium 205 & 206). From what we could see ours was 2 of 3 that had not been updated in our block. Our apartments although clean and spacious were very shabby. Cracked tiles, shabby settees, televisions on the blink, dodgy plug sockets - generally just old and tired. We were very disappointed. Our holiday was not cheap and we had booked 10 months in advance.

I wish I had read this website before booking as I can only agree with most of the comments that have gone before regarding updated rooms. There seems to be no pattern as to whether you get a good apartment or a bad one. Chatting with other people around the pool we realised how fantastic some of the apartments were and what we were missing out on!

A mistake on our part was not to read the small print in our brochure and realise that we had to pay extra for air conditioning -

Having read some of the reviews on the site, we too were worried about what we were letting ourselves in for. Having booked a superior apartment, we still ended up asking our travel agent to fax the Paphos Gardens to check whether it was a renovated one or not. Paphos Gardens confirmed that the superior apartments were the ones that had been renovated and that we would have a safety deposit box in the room.

We were still wary but as soon as we saw the apartment block, we could tell that it was a renovated one. The renovated apartments are right next to the hotel and the studio was one of the best we have stayed in. Everything looked brand new and it was sparklingly clean, with a nice terraced area. We had asked for a high floor and a sea view, but the sea view would only apply to the hotel not the apartments, so don't be surprised if you don't get one. From what we gathered, the apartments that people have had a problem with are the ones that are privately owned but sub-let by the holiday companies.

On the subject of security, we checked our patio doors as soon as we got there and were satisfied that nobody could get in. Also, we didn't hear of any break-ins while we were there, which makes us think that they may have been inside jobs and that this has now been sorted out by the hotel managment.

The location of the hotel and apartments is good. It's a five minute walk to the beach and there are a number of good restaurants close by. Other than Za Za's and Zambezi, the Khor I Nor Indian was fantastic, as were the Mandarin Palace Chinese and Tratorria La Viga Italian. We aso had a good set meal for two in the mexican on Bar Street - it's the only one we saw so you can't miss it. The walk into the harbour area will take you about 20 mins from the apartments, so it's best leaving this until the evening when it's a bit cooler!

The main pool area was good, apart from the fact that you need to get up early to reserve your sun beds (you'll get a letter when you arrive saying that you mustn't reserve beds, but everybody does). If you like to be in the sun for most of the day, then this is a must as a lot of the beds are in the shade from midday onwards. The waiters around the pool are very friendly and are around at all times for you to order drinks and food, if you don't want to miss out on any sun by going to the pool bar.

A word of warning though - we were tending to have a couple of drinks each by the pool for the first few days along with a toasted sandwich and were spending about

We were dreading this holiday after reading the reviews on this page WRONG

The room decor was dated but I only wanted to rest in the room not paint it.

The food was well worth it, we were B & B but had 2 evening meals at the hotel and at a reasonable price, (and no probs with the guts after)

The hotel itself was well situated to shops and restaurants alike.

The hotel staff, reception, bar staff, waiters/ess and maid were fantastic, the maids cleaned the rooms daily (even the weekend)

The entertainment was a bit same-ish but ok if you had a family with you.

Stayed in two-bedroom superior apartment, which turned out to be two separate apartments within small adjoining corridor with own front door. This was great for my two teenagers who needed their own space.
Excellent apartment(s).

Staff very helpful.

Cleaners in more often than other places we've stayed.

Air conditioning necessary at no extra cost.

Only downside was nightly entertainment which went on till after midnight and could be heard from our bedroom! Two cockroaches discovered (on two separate nights). Reported to hotel staff and cleaners came in next day and sprayed - no more cockroaches!

Hotel is well placed though - not right in the centre of all the buzz.

No problems with anything except the T.V. channels didn't quite turn out to be what is advertised in the hotel brochure. A.c. worked fine, kitchen equipment good, safety deposit box good and good sized pool(s).

Had one meal in the hotel (the Greek evening) which was excellent value for money. Very handy for local restaurants and good on-site shop.

Really no complaints at all!

I stayed at the Paphos Gardens Apartments with my parents and my friend.

We had paid for a superior apartment, yet when we arrived we were shown to an apartment that was clearly not superior (although very nice, spacious and was on two levels). We complained the next morning as we arrived during the night and were moved to a superior apartment straight away.

The apartments were spacious and well maintained (the superior ones anyway). The maids came every day and although we had heard there were often break-ins, we did not have anything taken and our apartment was right on the edge of the complex!!

The pools were both a good size and both had a jacuzzi in!!

The complex was very 'green' which I thought made it look really fresh and added to the effect!

We stayed in the hotel on B&B basis. The room decor was a bit dated however it was visited every day by the maids (who were very friendly and polite) the room was cleaned and tidied. TV in room had Sky news and BBC1.

Bathroom clean, shower a bit iffy though as hot water is very very hot and the cold water came in surges so I had to move in and out of the shower to avoid frost bite or scalds!! ....best to give the kids a bath!

We only ate breakfast at the hotel, the food was ok plenty to choose from - cooked/cereal/fruit/breads etc etc. (just as a note of interest the appartments close to the hotel have all been refurbished and look really nice).

Entertainment at hotel great for kids and adults alike.....aqua aerobics/volleyball/water polo/quiz/toddler disco etc. Pool cleaned every morning. Shaded swings and slide area for when it gets really hot.

I would recommend this hotel for families as if your kid is noisy like ours nobody cares as their kids are being just as noisy!!!

Loads of lovely eating places nearby and brill location for bars etc only 5 mins walk to bar street.15 mins slow walk to paphos harbour.

We stayed in one of the reburbished superior apartments, for Mum & Dad's 25th wedding anniversary.

We stayed on a self-catering basis, however paid extra to have breakfast and evening meals on some days.
Food was ok but basically the same each time, it was edible though and no one was ill!
Mum & Dad were given a complimentary evening meal and wine to celebrate their anniversary and could take it any night during their stay - how good is that?!

The second week of our stay there were many more guests arriving and suddenly the two pool areas seemed to shrink and there were definitley not enough sun loungers to go round!

A very nice lady called to our apartment shortly after our arrival to check that all our needs were met. This lady is either very good at her job or she runs the show because no request was too great.

Couldn't fault the cleanliness and even the entertainment was enjoyable - we were on holiday after all!!

We stayed in the Begonia and Ibiscus. The apartments we were given were the worst I

Loved every minute of it.

We were worried about what we were letting ourselves in for after reading some reviews, but luck must have been on our side.

We booked a 2 bedroom apartment & were allocated a 2 bedroom suite: Fully equipped fitted kitchen, full size fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, double oven & ceramic hob, iron & ironing board etc etc... laminate flooring, stereo, double sofa bed, remote controlled air con, couldn't fault it.

The food wasn't so great, especially if you have fussy eaters or children. It was the first holiday I've been on where I didn't put on weight! I would definitely have only booked self catering if I'd have known beforehand, you then have the option of eating there if you fancy it at a cheaper price than you pay here when booking.

The cleaners came most days, not Sundays, nor Public Holidays & on the whole were very good.

Hotel staff were as you find in most places, some good, some not so good...

The entertainment wasn't great for adults, my 4 year old went to the kids club & disco & enjoyed it & the older ones enjoyed the nightly entertainment alot more than we did.

The location is great as a base, 5 minutes walk from the beach and the same from the start of the main street. Couldn't stay in every night, but who wants to stay in one place on holiday anyway?

Highly recommend the Asiana just down the road & The Rib Shack - (as recommended on this site) first class.

I would recommend this complex if you could guarantee a refurbished apartment & went self catering, but personally wouldn't return for a main holiday, perhaps just for a week.