North Cyprus Map and Location Choosing Guide
Below you will find short descriptions of the towns and villages in East Kyrenia and West Kyrenia.
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Kyrenia is the jewel in the crown of North Cyprus, a thriving coastal town with a historic heart centered on its Venetian harbour. A Kyrenia villa holiday is ideal for those who love good restaurants, friendly harbour-side cafes, interesting shopping, and accessible history, yet still want easy access to golden sandy beaches and forest-clad mountains. Click for More
The heart of Kyrenia is the pretty harbour, a perfect crescent built by the Venetians. Here, fishing bobs bob on the glittering Mediterranean Sea, as locals and tourists alike enjoy a strong Turkish coffee or light lunch in the sunshine. From here, it's just a short walk to the mighty Kyrenia Castle with its fascinating Shipwreck Museum, or to the Round Tower Gallery for fine arts and crafts. Stock up on fruit and veg for your holiday villa kitchen at the Municipal market, or forget cooking altogether and enjoy a romantic dinner on a Kyrenia rooftop restaurant, dining under the North Cyprus stars.
Transfer Times: Ercan Airport - 30 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 30 mins.
East Kyrenia Map & Locations
The coastal village of Karakum hides one of North Cyprus' best-kept secrets, a dark-sanded bay that's within walking distance of the centre of Kyrenia. Click for More
Karakum is an elegant rental villa location just to the east of Kyrenia town centre, and is ideal for those who enjoy walking rather than driving, or simply wish to relax beside the sparkling sea. Karakum has an excellent selection of local shops, and three sandy beaches are just a short taxi ride away.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 3 mins, Ercan Airport - 35 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 35 mins.
Ozankoy ticks all the boxes for a great villa holiday in North Cyprus, combining a pretty mountain setting with lovely views over the sea. Click for More
Ozankoy village has a friendly welcoming atmosphere, with excellent local shops and several good restaurants. Ozankoy is only 2 miles east of Kyrenia town’s historic harbour and excellent restaurants, and just a few minutes drive from three excellent sandy beaches.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 5 mins, Ercan Airport - 35 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 35 mins.
Dominated by the impressive ruins of its Augustinian Abbey, Bellapais is a peaceful mountain village with lots of character. Click for More
Enjoy the gentle pace of life in Bellapais, where you can simply relax in your rental villa and appreciate the stunning views over the North Cyprus coastline. The historic town of Kyrenia is just 10 minutes drive down the mountain road towards the coast, with excellent beaches only a further 5 minutes drive.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 10 mins, Ercan Airport - 40 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 40 mins.
Catalkoy is everything you expect from a North Cyprus village, with well-kept whitewashed houses and quiet streets. Click for More
Just 10 minutes drive east of Kyrenia, Catalkoy is tucked away from the main coast road, with a pretty village centre and local restaurants. At your villa for rent in Catalkoy, you are only 5 minutes drive away from three excellent North Cyprus beaches, including Alagadi Turtle Beach.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 10 mins, Ercan Airport - 30 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 40 mins.
Alagadi's golden beach is special; rare sea turtles cross the oceans of the world just to nest here, and it's easy to see why! Click for More
A villa for rent in Alagadi offers you so much for your North Cyprus holiday, with a golf course, sandy beach and rare wildlife all within a 5 minute drive!
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 15 mins, Ercan Airport - 35 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 45 mins.
The bustling town of Esentepe has everything you need for a great villa holiday in North Cyprus; a lively town centre with shops, easy access to wonderful beaches, and an international standard golf course just 10 minutes drive away. Click for More
Esentepe lies east of Kyrenia towards the Karpas Peninsula, less than a mile inland from the new coastal road that speeds you back into Kyrenia town centre in just 20 minutes, or to the new golf course in less than ten minutes.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 20 mins, Ercan Airport - 40 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 50 mins.
Tatlisu is a small Cypriot village with plenty to offer you on a villa holiday in North Cyprus. Click for More
Located east of Kyrenia towards the Karpas Peninsula, Tatlisu is close to all the facilities at nearby town of Esentepe, yet still retains its quiet, village feel. The new golf course is only ten minutes drive, and historic Kyrenia is also just 30 minutes away on the superb coast road, a lovely drive at any time of year.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 30 mins, Ercan Airport - 50 mins, Larnaca Airport - 2 hrs.
West Kyrenia Map & Locations
When you want to rent a holiday villa near Kyrenia, but don't wish to be in the heart of town, Zeytinlik is the answer. Click for More
Located just beyond the southwest corner of Kyrenia, Zeytninlik is a peaceful rural village nestling amongst olive groves. Two sandy North Cyprus beaches are just a short drive away, as are good local shops, including a supermarket. Kyrenia town, with its museums, shops and harbour-side restaurants, is just a 3 minute drive or taxi ride away.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 3 mins, Ercan Airport - 35 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 35 mins.
Karaoglanoglu make be a mouthful to pronounce, (every 'g' is silent, by the way) but it's a great location for a holiday villa by the sea in North Cyprus. Click for More
Karaoglanoglu lies just west of Kyrenia on the coast road, and all villas for rent here are within easy walking distance of pretty coves and beaches, that kids will adore. There are good local restaurants at Karaoglanoglu, and for shopping and sightseeing, Kyrenia town centre is just a 5 minutes drive away.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 5 mins, Ercan Airport - 35 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 35 mins.
Renting a villa in Edremit gives you a great combination of both a mountain and beach holiday in one. Click for More
This small village lies west of Kyrenia, halfway up the mountain road to Karmi, so holiday villas here enjoy great views and cooling breezes. Yet just 1 mile downhill is the shimmering North Cyprus coast, with local golden sandy beaches, or an easy 10 minute drive into historic Kyrenia.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 10 mins, Ercan Airport - 40 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 40 mins.
Perched 1000 feet above sea level in the Five Finger Mountains to the west of Kyrenia, the traditional Cypriot village of Karmi has been brought back to life by the combined efforts of foreign residents and the TRNC government. Click for More
Carefully restored stone houses are covered in beautiful plants and flowers, and the village seems a world away from the bustle of Kyrenia, just 15 minutes drive downhill and along the coast road.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 15 mins, Ercan Airport - 45 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 45 mins.
West of Kyrenia, Alsancak is a superb choice for a family villa holiday in North Cyprus, combining the feel of an authentic hillside village with the best of holiday amenities. Click for More
Two great beach clubs, offering everything from sun loungers to water sports, are just a short drive away down the hillside, and historic Kyrenia is just 15 minutes drive east. The village itself has two mini-markets for essential supplies and a good choice of restaurants.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 15 mins, Ercan Airport - 45 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 45 mins.
Located 20 minutes west of Kyrenia, the mountainside village of Lapta remains green all summer long, thanks to natural mountain springs that gush fresh water from the rocks. Click for More
Surrounded by sweet-smelling citrus groves, the terraced part of Lapta town lies less than a mile uphill from its 'other half' on the coast, where villas for rent are a short stroll from uncrowded beaches and great value fish restaurants.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 20 mins, Ercan Airport - 50 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 50 mins.
For the most peaceful villa holiday on North Cyprus, secluded from resort noise and distractions, head west from Kyrenia along the stunning coast road to Karsiyaka. Click for More
Karsiyaka is North Cyprus as it used to be; unhurried, relaxed, and with proper local shops including a butcher, baker and internet café! The local beaches and restaurants are uncrowded, yet bustling Kyrenia town is just a 30 minute drive away.
Transfer Times: Kyrenia Centre - 30 mins, Ercan Airport - 1 hr, Larnaca Airport - 2 hrs.
Famagusta Region - See Cyprus Map At Top
Bogaz is one of those little gems you can find on your North Cyprus villa holiday; a traditional fishing village with the wild Karpas Peninsula on its doorstep and the history of Venetian Famagusta and Roman Salamis just down the road. Famagusta is a bustling town with a walled city at its heart that’ll take your breath away.
Bogaz Transfer Times: Famagusta - 10 mins, Ercan Airport - 40 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1 hr 40 mins.
Famagusta Transfer Times: Bogaz - 10 mins, Ercan Airport - 30 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1hr 30 mins.
Paphos Region - See Cyprus Map At Top
Kato Paphos is the Paphos town centre area. Kato Paphos has the lot for a superb villa holiday in Cyprus, with the added bonus of cheap flights to Paphos airport and quick transfer times! Enjoy a slice of the good life at your Pafos villa, where you can relax in style or explore the town, from Roman ruins to excellent restaurants, fascinating shops to lively nightlife.
Transfer Times: Paphos Airport - 25 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1hr 30 mins.
Coral Bay is one of Cyprus' best beaches, with beautiful villas rising up the hillside beyond, and just a short drive or bus ride rom the historic sites and bustling shopping of Paphos town. Protected by two rocky headlands and lapped by the warm waters of the Mediterranean Sea, Coral Bay's golden sandy beach is always within easy reach of your Coral Bay holiday villa.
Transfer Times: Kato Paphos - 15 mins, Paphos Airport - 40 mins, Larnaca Airport - 1hr 45 mins.
Situated on the quieter northwest Cyprus coast, our holiday villas in Polis and Latchi offer peace and quiet in this less developed part of Cyprus. Chilled out Polis and laid-back Latchi are the perfect antidote for those tired of built-up Cyprus resorts. As you emerge from the foothills from Paphos, and see the sun shining on the sea beyond, you can feel your cares drift away before you've even set foot in your Polis holiday villa!
Transfer Times: Kato Paphos - 35 mins, Paphos Airport - 1 hr, Larnaca Airport - 2 hrs.