Ayia Thekla Beach

4.7803 Reviews#3 in Beaches

Ayia Thekla beach, situated 6.5 km west of Ayia Napa’s town center, is a stunning coastal stretch within the Natura 2000 network’s special protected area. This natural sandy beach has a rocky bottom covered in fine, golden sand, and its clear, calm waters are perfect for swimming.

What makes it special

A tranquil atmosphere with clean facilities.

Family-friendly environment with shallow waters ideal for children.

Plastic-free beach allowing water bottle refills.

Amenities on the beach include toilets, changing rooms, sun beds, umbrellas, and water sports facilities. Additionally, there is a convenience store nearby, and the surrounding area offers a variety of restaurants and kiosks. From April to October, lifeguards equipped with life-saving gear and first aid services are stationed at the beach. There is also a special wheelchair available at the lifeguard tower to assist disabled individuals in accessing the sea with the help of lifeguards.

The beach is named after Saint Ayia Thekla, to whom the nearby carved temple and the new white church are dedicated.

A pedestrian path leads from the beach to the picturesque fishing harbor of Potamos tou Liopetriou on one side and the beach of Vathia Gonia on the other, offering a leisurely stroll.

Access to the beach is easy by foot, bike, or car, and parking facilities are available.

Ello says

Before you go, visit early in the season (e. g., beginning of June) to avoid crowds of tourists.

When planning your stop, take advantage of affordable sunbeds and umbrellas available at the front row.

For the best visit, the chance to the shadowed playground for little ones or participate in the 'borrow play return' beach toys program.

Refill your water bottle at this plastic-free beach.

Reviews

Google reviews are strong at 4.7 from 803 reviews, giving this place a well-established track record. Recent comments most often mention the setting, its family-friendly setup, and the atmosphere.

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Google rating breakdown

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4 stars139
3 stars39
2 stars7
1 star10
5/5

Mila

6 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

GO HERE INSTEAD OF NISSIif you’re like me and you like a quiet beach with clean water and cheap sunbeds - 7,5€ for two - definitely go here. Nissi is way overcrowded even for october and so are the other hyped beaches. from ayia napa you get on 101 bus and this is the pre-last stop. then from the same stop you come back with bus 102. the water is insanely clear and warm even in October (the photos are from 6th of October 2025) Special mention to the employee Vasos. He was very nice and even gave us some fun facts about Cyprus. I’d recommend if you like a quiet vacation find some place near this beach and just go here, you won’t regret it ❤️p.s there is no filter on the photos it really does look like that

5/5

Meow Meow (Meowing)

8 July 2025from GoogleGoogle

Ayia Thekla Beach is a stunning, peaceful spot with crystal-clear waters.There may be some seaweed near the shore, but this doesn’t mean the beach is dirty, if you go a bit further out, the water is completely clear. Across from the main beach, there’s a small rocky islet you can walk to without swimming. However, be cautious on the right-hand side: the rocks there are full of sea anemones. I saw more than 20 sea anemones in one area alone, they may look beautiful, but they can sting if touched, so it's important not to go barefoot or touch them. Water shoes are highly recommended if you're exploring that side. Overall, it's a beautiful beach ideal for relaxing and enjoying the view. Not the best place for swimming! You can collecting seashells, but definitely perfect if you're looking to chill in a calm, natural beach! 🐚

5/5

Vanja Stefanović

4 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

Probably the best beach due to lower number of visitors. It offers amazing view of the church nearby, there is a bar, toilets, showers.. anything you need really. Best part is the clear water which you can cross over to a small island.

5/5

Triplyqueen Raven

31 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

I have been coming to this beach since 1988 when I was a child. The area has changed and build up over the years but the beach still remains the safe familiar beach I remember as a child. I now bring my children here and still love it.

5/5

Edyta Połaska

2 July 2025from GoogleGoogle

Wonderful beach with beautiful sand and a fairly shallow entrance to the water. Near the beach there is a small island which can be easily reached from the shore. The closer to the evening the water level drops and the island increases its surface area, providing more sandy space for rest. The water around is very clean and shallow. Ideal for toddlers or older children who like amateur diving. Sunbeds and umbrellas available at an affordable price. Changing rooms and toilets are free and relatively clean. Bars and a restaurant nearby. The beach is recommended especially by local residents. We were there at the beginning of June - very few tourists, mainly local residents. The beach is an interesting alternative to the crowded Nissi beach.

5/5

Ms1 Sm3

27 February 2026from GoogleGoogle

Great Beach with no turists. Lovely place, much better than crowded Nissi.

4/5

Alex

14 November 2025from GoogleGoogle

Very beautiful, shallow water. 2.5 eur/ sunbed, 2.5 umbrella. Some downsides: a lot of seaweed in the water & nowhere to buy a drink in the beginning of November

5/5

Debbie Alders

20 November 2025from GoogleGoogle

Lovely shallow, sunbeds available, restaurant available. Sand castle making quality sands.

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