Kat Hannon and family enjoyed a 5-star break at seafront hotel Parklane, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, in Limassol

Location and Rooms

We arrived at a beautiful contemporary space which was the spectacularly lit Parklane Hotel. As we walked in, we saw the focus on design and art immediately and there was a definite play on light in this space as it bounced all around. Very pretty indeed.

Taken to our suite, we were shown to a wonderfully spacious lounge area and adjoining bedroom which continued the design aspect with a super cool, extra large, divine bed. Little did we know how super soft and sumptuous it would be. A good night’s sleep was guaranteed. But before then, we would be able to relax in the tub with mood enhancing lighting and super luxury toiletries and fluffy towels. This was a hi-tech room with all controls at our fingertips.

Stepping out onto the large balcony with panoramic views of the beach, sea and marina together with Limassol in the distance we took in the spectacular scenery. In the still of the night, we saw the lights twinkling on the shore in the distance and the view was enhanced by a warm breeze carrying the scents and sounds of the city.

Facilities

Waking in the morning to the most beautiful views, blue skies and seas, with palm trees and beach below, was an incredible and much needed experience. What a fabulous location. I need to emphasise at this point to that it was warm, lovely cosy warm October air. It was welcomed as winter was kicking in back home in the UK.

To start the day, Parklane spoiled us at breakfast with every option from cooked breakfast to continental. The continental choices were in abundance and this was wonderful for me as I am more of a yoghurt/granola kind of girl. The kids enjoyed a daily dose of Nutella and fruit - dipping pieces of fruit into Nutella, a must-try, sticky start to the day.

Of course, we had to go to the pool first thing in the morning. Oh, we had so much fun! I have a 4 year old who can swim but needs to be assisted and a 9 year old who can swim entirely on her own. Well, the big circular pool in the hub of Parklane was perfect for us as a family group. Large enough to get some lengths in, with shallow areas for us to play the classics, ‘crocodile’, ‘shark attack’ and throwing goggles to dive and fetch. Pool time became a three hour session which was an epic start to the family holiday.

Dining

Needless to say, come lunchtime we decided to head to the poolside restaurant. What was wonderful about Parklane is that they have great catering options all within the grounds, from the hotel to the beach. From the main restaurant, Lanes, situated in the hotel, to The Gallery (or ‘sunset balcony’ as I called it), the beautiful poolside restaurant mentioned before is Il Treatro with healthy prawn options and juices. As well as the beachfront restaurant Nammos there is the Vithos Pool Bar at the spa pools.

Kids Club

Parklane is perfect for families, as well as the obvious pool and slides they have an incredible kids club ‘Park Kidz’ which was something else. It has its own water play place and beautiful outdoor and indoor space. The staff on arrival were so good with my kids, super chatty and talking to them directly which I like. It’s engaging, it is about them after all (and nothing to do with me needing a few hours to myself).

So, while the kids played, I took myself off to The Kalloni Spa. Wow, just wow, again continuing the design aspect of space and light, this time introducing water, with luxury water pools and spa features in the main thalasso pool. I also had the signature massage at Parklane all about flow and pressure. This combined with the hot oil and the scented candle, chosen beforehand, really got me in the right zone. Hats off, an incredible experience.

On our final evening we arrived for sunset at The Gallery.  I had the tastiest cocktails - Smashed Gin - and the girls had a beautiful tasting Strawberry mocktail. Twice over! We all enjoyed sushi and Asian food and the girls were given the cutest frog chopsticks to assist their chopstick attempts. I had ordered a poke bowl along with our sushi and we did indeed fill our boots. This was the perfect final evening.

MY HOLIDAY HIGHLIGHT

Il Teatro Restaurant

Poolside alfresco restraint - beautiful king prawns, healthy juices, and, noted by all family, chips ‘like they’ve been chopped with a Lancashire peeler” left fluffy, light but also crispy and potatoey…perfect. We were told that Cyprus has the best potatoes in the world, and it is quite possibly true.

The Kalloni Spa

I don’t know if Alexandra actually has magical hands, but her massage was the best I have ever had and she needs to know. Thank you.

Park Kidz

It’s great to know your kids are safe while you take some time out. A Lovely team. Greeted us kindly and with energy, and the girls loved it and their new ‘team’ bags.

Best Spot

Lounging with an apres sushi with a Madagascan shisha on The Gallery’s Asian fusion sunset balcony. I think that says it all don’t you?

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