Title: Blue Harbour Boutique - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Blue Harbour Boutique Hotel in Ayia Napa with a 24-hour front desk and an outdoor pool ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16601400/16601380/3e8b84a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16601400/16601380/414a8e80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Room | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16601400/16601380/4d107024.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16601400/16601380/19a9328e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Junior Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16601400/16601380/a3fb8acc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Blue Harbour Boutique faces the turquoise waters of Nissi Beach, creating a peaceful getaway spot. Travelers relax on the sunny terrace or wander through garden grounds, while children spend hours enjoying the playground and testing their skills in the arcade room. VIP Access 8.8 Excellent ## Popular amenities - Bar - Laundry - Pool - Housekeeping - Parking included - 24/7 front desk VIP Access ### Get more when you're a member - Save 15% or more on select VIP Access properties when you reach Silver tier or higher - Experience top-rated quality and exceptional service - Get an in-stay perk at select properties, plus free room upgrades, early check-in, and late check-out when available [Learn more](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/vipaccess) ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=16601380&PinnedHotelID=16601380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=16601380&PinnedHotelID=16601380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 7 - Oct. 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=16601380&PinnedHotelID=16601380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&selected=16601380&PinnedHotelID=16601380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=16601380&PinnedHotelID=16601380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=16601380&PinnedHotelID=16601380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=16601380&PinnedHotelID=16601380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=16601380&PinnedHotelID=16601380&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16601400/16601380/603de7f8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Pool View 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Furnished balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV - 248 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Deluxe Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16601400/16601380/9a44f276.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV - 538 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ![Junior Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16601400/16601380/85a03c0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Junior Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV - 538 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16610000/16601400/16601380/1016ecc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room ### Highlights Furnished balcony Soundproofed Individually furnished Individually decorated Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Refrigerator Flat-screen TV - 23 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLarnaca-Hotels-Blue-Harbour-Boutique.h16601380.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FLarnaca-Hotels-Blue-Harbour-Boutique.h16601380.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located near the beach, Blue Harbour Boutique is in Ayia Napa City Center, a neighborhood in Ayia Napa. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nissi Beach and Makronissos Beach. Parko Paliatso Luna Park and THALASSA Municipal Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ayia Napa travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ayia-Napa.dx177817) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C34.98253%2C34.00074&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DqC1OcXAXvlvY8ArQ_8PmUDPdvc=) 38 Archiepiskopou Makariou III, Kanika Complex, Famagusta, Ayia Napa, 5510 ### What's nearby - Grecian Bay Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km - Ayia Napa Monastery - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Love Bridge - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Vathia Gonia Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km - Nissi Beach - 6 min drive - 3.4 km ### Getting around - Larnaca Intl. Airport (LCA) - 43 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Ocean Basket - ‬4 min walk - ‪Napa Star Inn - ‬5 min walk - ‪Vassos (Psarolimano) Fish Tavern - ‬4 min walk - ‪Kaliva On The Beach - ‬9 min walk ## About this property ### Blue Harbour Boutique Hotel near Nissi Beach Consider a stay at Blue Harbour Boutique and take advantage of a terrace, a garden, and a playground. In addition to an arcade/game room and dry cleaning/laundry services, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - An outdoor pool - Free self parking - Bike rentals, a front-desk safe, and luggage storage - Concierge services, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk Room features All guestrooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as furnished balconies and air conditioning, as well as perks like free WiFi and safes. 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Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site - Limited onsite parking ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle rentals - Outdoor pool - Playground - TV in common areas ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - In-room crib - In-room refrigerator - Laundry facilities - Outdoor pool - Playground - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only ### More - 2 buildings - 2 floors - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Free crib ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Refrigerator ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age: 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged ### Special check-in instructions Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Free cribs are available on request at the property ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Blue Harbour Boutique Apartments Ayia Napa Blue Harbour Boutique Ayia Napa Blue Harbour Boutique Blue Harbour Boutique Hotel Blue Harbour Boutique Ayia Napa Blue Harbour Boutique Apartments Blue Harbour Boutique Hotel Ayia Napa ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Blue Harbour Boutique have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. ### How much does it cost to stay at Blue Harbour Boutique? > As of Oct 6, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Blue Harbour Boutique on Oct 9, 2025 start from CA $175.86, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Larnaca-Hotels-Blue-Harbour-Boutique.h16601380.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### Is Blue Harbour Boutique pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Blue Harbour Boutique? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Blue Harbour Boutique? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Blue Harbour Boutique? > Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability). ### Where is Blue Harbour Boutique located? > Located in Ayia Napa City Center, this hotel is steps from Tourist Information Ayia Napa and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Nissi Beach. Scuba Base and Grecian Bay Beach are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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