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family beach resort

Protaras

Family-friendly resort town east of Paralimni, famous for Fig Tree Bay (ranked among Europe's best beaches). Quieter and more upscale than neighbouring Ayia Napa.

Sale Prices
430K — €2.5M
Monthly Rent
800 — €2,500

Area Scores

Walkability58/100
Livability77/100
Safety
Nightlife
Expat Friendliness
medium

Lifestyle Highlights

  • Fig Tree Bay — award-winning beach
  • Calmer, family-oriented alternative to Ayia Napa
  • Cape Greco National Forest Park nearby
  • Strong short-term rental investment returns in summer
  • Sea caves and diving spots

Amenities & Services

Schools
  • Paralimni schools (5 km)
  • Private tutoring centres in resort area
Healthcare
  • Famagusta General Hospital (8 km)
  • LITO Private Hospital (8 km)
Shopping
  • Protaras strip shops
  • Papantoniou Paralimni (5 km)
Transport
  • Bus routes: 711
  • Airport: 55 km
  • Seasonal tourist buses; car recommended year-round
Beach

Beachfront location

Drive Times

Larnaca Airport
51 min(55 km)
Paphos Airport
176 min(191 km)
Famagusta Centre
19 min(14 km)
Larnaca Centre
48 min(52 km)
Nicosia Centre
78 min(85 km)
Limassol Centre
119 min(129 km)
A3 Motorway (Larnaca–Ayia Napa)
34 min(37 km)
Paralimni Town Centre
12 min(9 km)

Available Properties

49 for sale1 for rent

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