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17 years 9 months ago
Goldern Star apartments were really lovely, perfectly situated on beautiful fig tree bay. We had sea views. Bonus! The room was very spacious and kept clean daily by thr maids. My only fault was the tiled floor. Our feet got dirty walking on them. They could have been mopped more often.
We heard great views on the Yianna Marie restaurant although we didnt eat there due to us meeting friends in the town every night.
Entertainment, again good reviews but never drank there.
Overall, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. No hesitations with going back.
We heard great views on the Yianna Marie restaurant although we didnt eat there due to us meeting friends in the town every night.
Entertainment, again good reviews but never drank there.
Overall, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful. No hesitations with going back.
Travel operator: airtous
Recommended
17 years 10 months ago
The hotel is in a perfect location, in a,little road just off of the main strip. A 2 minute walk gets you to the heart of the resort and the numerous restaurants and bars. It is right on the beach which is superb for sunbathing and swimming in the sea. It cost 1.25 CYP per sun lounger and you can also hire an umbrella for a similar price. We preferred the beach, much more peaceful and less kids!
The pool at the Golden Star was ok, to be honest we never stayed by it as we didn't want to be surrounded by screaming children. Instead we went over to the Rising Star pool a couple of times. There are simply loads of sun loungers and we chose those on the patch of grass between the pool and the beach, then you can get the best of both worlds and cool off in either the pool or the sea-perfect!
The Rising Sun pub was lovely and relaxed, with entertainment going on right up till 1am. The pub stays open for as long as you stay drinking!
The Yianna Marie restaurant was superb - we ate there 5 days out of the 7 which is something I don't usually do but the other places in the resort just didn't match up! The garlic mushrooms were the best starter for me and being vegetarian I like the Cyprus salad. The portions were huge! I couldn't get through them so if you have a small appetite like me stick to just a main or go for something light! The asparagus princess was yummy too. My partner liked the lamb kleftiko best and tzatsiki for starter. Try to taste the Cyprus specialities if you can.
The other restaurants we tried were the Astoria which was good, the manager sits by the doorway and pounces on all the passers by-he's hilarious! And the Olympic, or Olympus which was also good.
All in all this is the perfect base for couples and also families. I can imagine it being chaos in the school hols, there were still loads of kids about and we went at the start of June!
The pool at the Golden Star was ok, to be honest we never stayed by it as we didn't want to be surrounded by screaming children. Instead we went over to the Rising Star pool a couple of times. There are simply loads of sun loungers and we chose those on the patch of grass between the pool and the beach, then you can get the best of both worlds and cool off in either the pool or the sea-perfect!
The Rising Sun pub was lovely and relaxed, with entertainment going on right up till 1am. The pub stays open for as long as you stay drinking!
The Yianna Marie restaurant was superb - we ate there 5 days out of the 7 which is something I don't usually do but the other places in the resort just didn't match up! The garlic mushrooms were the best starter for me and being vegetarian I like the Cyprus salad. The portions were huge! I couldn't get through them so if you have a small appetite like me stick to just a main or go for something light! The asparagus princess was yummy too. My partner liked the lamb kleftiko best and tzatsiki for starter. Try to taste the Cyprus specialities if you can.
The other restaurants we tried were the Astoria which was good, the manager sits by the doorway and pounces on all the passers by-he's hilarious! And the Olympic, or Olympus which was also good.
All in all this is the perfect base for couples and also families. I can imagine it being chaos in the school hols, there were still loads of kids about and we went at the start of June!
Travel operator: Airtours
Recommended
18 years ago
This Hotel is in a great location and offers a great base for your holiday in protaras.
The room was spacious and clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Including TV, fridge, Cooker, Toaster, Kettle and everyhting else you would want. There wasn't much noise from adjacent rooms either.
The supermarket and resteraunt were both great, although the rising sun pub was a bit of a let down, it felt a bit like a Butlins pub!
If you stay here, do go and try the pool at the Rising Star, its lovely, and you're very welcome there. The Golden Star pool is basic but OK. Saying that, when you're so close to beach you might as well just go there.
I would definatley stay here again.
The room was spacious and clean and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Including TV, fridge, Cooker, Toaster, Kettle and everyhting else you would want. There wasn't much noise from adjacent rooms either.
The supermarket and resteraunt were both great, although the rising sun pub was a bit of a let down, it felt a bit like a Butlins pub!
If you stay here, do go and try the pool at the Rising Star, its lovely, and you're very welcome there. The Golden Star pool is basic but OK. Saying that, when you're so close to beach you might as well just go there.
I would definatley stay here again.
Travel operator: going places
Recommended
18 years 7 months ago
This was our first visit to Cyprus. We stayed in the Golden Star for one week, we used the facilities most days at the sister hotel the rising star,although the apartments in the golden star are older they was very clean. The staff were very nice and friendly. If you want to be able to sleep at night then choose the golden star, they are quieter than the rising star but you can use both facilites, so you have the best of both. we enjoyed our holiday so much that we have booked to go back to the golden star next year.
Travel operator: My travel
Recommended
18 years 7 months ago
There was 6 of us who are all over 60 stayed at the golden star, we have been returning year after year for the last 10 years, dont listen to negative comments this place is fantastic, it is suitable for all age ranges families etc.
We will only eat in the the hotels restaraunt the yianna marie, staff are friendly nothing is too much, the manager leo is great and will even teach you a little greek! this year they have introduced much to our delight an italian menu as well as the la carte, which is great I would reccomend the deserts off the italian menu.
We will only eat in the the hotels restaraunt the yianna marie, staff are friendly nothing is too much, the manager leo is great and will even teach you a little greek! this year they have introduced much to our delight an italian menu as well as the la carte, which is great I would reccomend the deserts off the italian menu.
Travel operator: My Travel
Recommended
18 years 7 months ago
After reading the reviews I thought I would post one, I have been to both the Golden Star and Rising Star and yes the golden star is older however it has been recently refurbished and is due to undergo more work in Winter 05/06, I personaly prefer the golden star, it has more charm and character, I feel the staff play a large part with them being so friendly and helpful at all times this is a reason the hotel has so many repeat guests.
It is like a little resort in its self as you have both the hotels, supermarket,pub, restaraunt and beach kiosk, the standard and service in all are great, as are the prices and also quality.
It is like a little resort in its self as you have both the hotels, supermarket,pub, restaraunt and beach kiosk, the standard and service in all are great, as are the prices and also quality.
Travel operator: My Travel
Recommended
18 years 8 months ago
This hotel, although rather dated had everything you require for a self catering holiday.
We went with 2 other families, 6 adults and 5 children in total ranging from ages of 7 to 14.
Our rooms were cleaned thoroughly on a daily basis (apart from I think, 1 day a week). The staff were all very friendly and could not do enough for us, any requests were dealt with immediately even the evening Porter was lovely.
Breakfast only cost about
We went with 2 other families, 6 adults and 5 children in total ranging from ages of 7 to 14.
Our rooms were cleaned thoroughly on a daily basis (apart from I think, 1 day a week). The staff were all very friendly and could not do enough for us, any requests were dealt with immediately even the evening Porter was lovely.
Breakfast only cost about
Travel operator: Airtours
Recommended
18 years 8 months ago
Had a fantastic time at the Golden Star hotel, on arrival the reception staff were very helpful and polite.
The restaurant, in our opinion was the best in the Protaras resort,the waiting staff were very friendly and courteous, nothing was to much trouble, and they also enjoyed some friendly banter. The bar prices never varied and a printed receipt was presented at each order of food or drinks, and unlike Spanish resorts a tip never appeared to be expected.
The only disappointment was the cleanliness of the bathroom, toilet appeared to have remnants of other tourists waste from the last ten years, ( don't usually make a habbit of checking this thoroughly, but it was visible from the bath)the rim looked disgusting.
However this aside I would return again next year.
On the down side I was not at all impressed with the sister hotel the Rising Star, first visit to their bar the staff tried to help themselves to a
The restaurant, in our opinion was the best in the Protaras resort,the waiting staff were very friendly and courteous, nothing was to much trouble, and they also enjoyed some friendly banter. The bar prices never varied and a printed receipt was presented at each order of food or drinks, and unlike Spanish resorts a tip never appeared to be expected.
The only disappointment was the cleanliness of the bathroom, toilet appeared to have remnants of other tourists waste from the last ten years, ( don't usually make a habbit of checking this thoroughly, but it was visible from the bath)the rim looked disgusting.
However this aside I would return again next year.
On the down side I was not at all impressed with the sister hotel the Rising Star, first visit to their bar the staff tried to help themselves to a
Travel operator: Mytravel
Recommended
19 years ago
The appartments were sufficient/nice, tv was great to watch when resting, fridge, kettle, toaster and oven.
Maybe not enough storage space in one bed appartment for family of four but it was ok. The sofa beds were great, actually felt big enough to sleep on. The staff were 1st class. The rep for airtours was very busy all the time but tried her best to help you (Jenny).
The location is fabulous. Next to grass area, beach and supermarket which stocks everything like Morrisons! The sister appartments, the Rising star has a lovely pool area which we used most days. Plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas to go around.
There were three young entertainers who were there to help you enjoy your time around the pool,in the Rising Sun pub and the Golden Star appartments. They did killer pool, darts, water polo, Peter Kays Amarillo around the pool if you were daft enough! They did bingo in the pub and loads of other nightly entertainment that you would want.
Outside entertainers were also put on for your enjoyment.
The complex is called the Yianna Marie Complex and we would highly recommend a visit to these. The Golden Star is 18yrs old and the Rising Star is brand new. If you can get the Rising Star, the accommodation will be better but we will still say that the Golden Star was great value for money.
The beach is the best ever. Go in front of the sunrise beach hotel and you will find the most wonderful beach view. The sea at this location is the best ever. absolutely clear. HAVE A GREAT HOLIDAY - WE DID!
Maybe not enough storage space in one bed appartment for family of four but it was ok. The sofa beds were great, actually felt big enough to sleep on. The staff were 1st class. The rep for airtours was very busy all the time but tried her best to help you (Jenny).
The location is fabulous. Next to grass area, beach and supermarket which stocks everything like Morrisons! The sister appartments, the Rising star has a lovely pool area which we used most days. Plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas to go around.
There were three young entertainers who were there to help you enjoy your time around the pool,in the Rising Sun pub and the Golden Star appartments. They did killer pool, darts, water polo, Peter Kays Amarillo around the pool if you were daft enough! They did bingo in the pub and loads of other nightly entertainment that you would want.
Outside entertainers were also put on for your enjoyment.
The complex is called the Yianna Marie Complex and we would highly recommend a visit to these. The Golden Star is 18yrs old and the Rising Star is brand new. If you can get the Rising Star, the accommodation will be better but we will still say that the Golden Star was great value for money.
The beach is the best ever. Go in front of the sunrise beach hotel and you will find the most wonderful beach view. The sea at this location is the best ever. absolutely clear. HAVE A GREAT HOLIDAY - WE DID!
Travel operator: Airtours
Recommended
19 years 6 months ago
I stayed in the Golden Star Beach studios with my husband, sister and brother-in-law. We had a brilliant 2 weeks holiday. Any quieries or requests were dealt with by e mail before we got there and every effort was made to accomodate the requests.
We will definitely go to these apartments again.
Staff very friendly, phone calls to the UK very cheap from the apartment's, good little supermarket just out side.
We will definitely go to these apartments again.
Staff very friendly, phone calls to the UK very cheap from the apartment's, good little supermarket just out side.
Travel operator: mytravel
Recommended
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