Anassa Hotel has long held a reputation as one of the Mediterranean's most extraordinary luxury resorts, and a new interview in ZIMA Magazine explores exactly what makes this Cyprus icon so enduring.
In an in-depth conversation with Natasha Michaelides, Director of Corporate Affairs and Communications at Thanos Hotels & Resorts, ZIMA Magazine traces the origins of Anassa from a bold vision to build the most beautiful hotel on the Mediterranean, on a then-remote stretch of the Akamas coastline, to the celebrated resort it is today, 27 years on.
A Destination Unlike Any Other
The interview highlights what sets Anassa apart: a location within one of Cyprus's most protected natural landscapes, architecture that respects its environment, and an atmosphere that feels genuinely secluded even when the hotel is fully occupied. Private pool suites and villas are spread across the property, ensuring guests never feel crowded, an intentional design choice that defines the Anassa experience.
Family Legacy, Consistent Promise
Remaining a fully family-owned business has been a deliberate decision. Natasha Michaelides explains that bringing in outside investors would change the very essence of the hotel, its atmosphere, its promise to guests, and its soul. Reinvesting earnings back into the property is what allows Anassa to maintain its standard year after year.
More Than Sun and Sea
From four distinct restaurants using locally sourced ingredients to a spa built around organic products and local herbs, from pottery workshops with master craftsmen to archaeology sessions for families, Anassa offers cultural depth alongside relaxation.
Read the full interview on ZIMA Magazine.