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About the Hotel

Bedrettin Demirel Caddesi K.K.T.C., Nicosia, Cyprus

“This hotel is perfectly situated just a short walk from the vibrant old city and all its charming history.”view full review

Merit Lefkosa Hotel & Casino, a 5-star Nicosia hotel rated 8.8/10 on Booking.com, offers an indoor and outdoor pool complex alongside a modern casino. Guests can enjoy a full-service spa featuring a marbled hammam and a cozy bar with ample seating.

Rooms & Amenities

Each room at Merit Lefkosa Hotel & Casino features a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and hot and cold drink facilities. Selected guestrooms offer additional amenities including private balconies and spacious bathrooms adorned with blue tiles and granite countertops.

Dining & Nearby Options

Dining options include buffet-style and à la carte meals across various on-site restaurants, complemented by a 24-hour room service. Guests can also explore nearby eateries such as Gomsu Kebap, located just 0.5 km away.

Leisure & Events

The hotel features multiple leisure facilities such as a fitness center, sauna, and an expansive outdoor pool. Events can be accommodated in two halls capable of hosting 180 to 250 guests, making it suitable for both leisure and business meetings.

Services & Transportation

Merit Lefkosa Hotel & Casino provides services including laundry, dry cleaning, and complimentary indoor car parking. The property is approximately 25 km from Ercan International Airport, with access to local bus transportation.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Deluxe Room

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Suite

2 persons

40 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Suite Deluxe

2 persons

60 m²

1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

2 persons

28 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Getting around

Comprehensive guide to transport options for seamless travel

City Centre

Nicosia 3.0 km

Airports

Ercan International (ECN) 23.6 km

Larnaca International (LCA) 59.7 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Very nice Breakfast Buffet

“The breakfast buffet was a highlight of my stay, offering a diverse selection of beautifully-prepared dishes that catered to every taste.” view full review

Relaxing Spa Experience

“The spa facilities were excellent, featuring a well-equipped gym and a serene atmosphere that made my workouts enjoyable.” view full review

Accommodating Accessibility

“The hotel provided really good support for my needs, ensuring that my accessible room was comfortable and well-equipped for my stay.” view full review

Well-Equipped Gym

“The gym was fantastic, boasting modern equipment and a spacious layout that made my workouts refreshing and enjoyable.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Table tennis
Yoga class
Sports trainer

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Paid shuttle service
Valet parking
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Dinner
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Playpen
Children's buffet
Children's play area
Kids club

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Rooftop pool
Indoor swimming pool
Beach umbrellas
Sun loungers
Casino
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Turkish bath
Steam room
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view
Shallow end

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Bedrettin Demirel Caddesi K.K.T.C., Nicosia, Cyprus

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Bedrettin Demirel Caddesi K.K.T.C., Nicosia, Cyprus

City landmarks

Landmark

Buyuk Han

1.7 km

Landmark

Kyrenia Gate

1.7 km

Mosque

Selimiye Mosque

1.7 km

Museum

Cyprus Museum

2.1 km

Museum

The Mevlevi Tekke Museum

1.7 km

Landmark

Dervish Pasha Mansion

1.7 km

Landmark

Ledra Street Crossing Point

3.0 km

Museum

Shacolas Tower Museum and Observatory

2.2 km

Landmark

Venetian Column

1.7 km

Museum

Leventis Municipal Museum of Nicosia

2.3 km

Spa Centre

Hamam Omerye Baths

2.3 km

Museum

Ethnological Museum House of Hadjigeorgakis Kornesios

2.4 km

Landmark

Famagusta Gate

2.5 km

Museum

Cyprus Folk Art Museum

2.3 km

Landmark

Paphos Gate

1.3 km

Gallery

Nicosia Municipal Arts Centre

2.2 km

Museum

The Dr Fazil Kucuk Museum

1.4 km

Landmark

The Samanbahce Quater

1.5 km

Museum

Center of Visual Art and Research

2.2 km

Museum

Leventis Gallery

2.4 km

Landmark

The Arabahmet Mosque

1.7 km

Church

Bedestan Church and Mosque

1.7 km

Landmark

The British Colonial Law Courts

1.5 km

Spa Centre

City Royal

1.7 km

Landmark

Pancyprian Gymnasium Museums

2.4 km

Church

Church of the Holy Cross

1.9 km

Landmark

Haydarpasha Mosque

2.3 km

Museum

Cyprus Classic Motorcycle Museum

3.0 km

Nearby

Museum

Museum of Barbarism

320 m

Restaurants

Gomsu Kebap

140 m

Ataturk Caddesi No:5B Yenisehir Lefkosa

Matbah-i Amire Osmanli ve Turk Mutfagi

320 m

Sht. Gultekin Sengur Sokak No:5/A Kumsal Lefkosa Dereboyu Avenue AVM karşi sokaği

Califorian

630 m

Mehmet Akif Caddesi 74 Dereboyu

Reviews and Ratings

Reviews from guests about their experience.

William

United States, February 2025

6.2/10

My stay at the Merit Nicosia was a mixed bag. While the breakfast served was impressive and the service, especially from staff like Ezgi and Evrim, was top-notch, I faced significant issues with access to certain amenities and the overall atmosphere of the hotel. The dining options were severely lacking, particularly the kebab house, which was disappointing and not reflective of a five-star experience. The hotel's amenities were decent but could use some serious upgrades to be truly inviting.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms themselves were adequately spacious, but the smell from the linked air vents was quite uncomfortable, making it hard to relax.

Service

9.0

The staff at the front desk were amazing and accommodating, making my check-in smooth and providing a free room upgrade.

Location

7.0

The hotel's location was convenient, with easy access to attractions, but it can get noisy due to the main road.

Dining

5.0

I found the dining options limiting, particularly at the kebab restaurant, which had a very cramped and uninviting atmosphere.

Facilities

6.0

While the leisure facilities were mentioned positively, I found the overall ambiance of the hotel and its dining options to be underwhelming.

Joel

United States, February 2025

5.0/10

My stay at the hotel was a mixed bag. While the cleanliness and friendly demeanor of the staff stood out, the overwhelming smell of cigarette smoke in the rooms really detracted from my experience. Dining options were disappointing, especially the lunch and dinner menu, but the breakfast was quite good. The hotel's location near local attractions is a plus, yet the parking situation was frustrating. Overall, it's not the five-star experience I expected.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were big with many amenities, but they unfortunately smelled like cigarettes all throughout the night due to linked air vents.

Service

5.0

The service was lacking, particularly at the reception where communication and assistance were poor.

Location

7.0

The hotel is in a good area, close to various local attractions, but the parking situation was quite a hassle.

Dining

6.0

Dining was a letdown, especially lunch and dinner options; however, breakfast was extensive and enjoyable.

Facilities

5.0

The facilities could use some renovations, especially the restaurants which felt outdated.

Chris

United States, November 2024

5.0/10

My experience at the Merit Hotel in Nicosia was a mix of highs and lows. While the cleanliness of the hotel and the friendliness of some staff members were standout features, the overall customer service experience left much to be desired. The dining options, particularly if you're a non-smoker, were quite disappointing. Also, parking was a challenge, making my stay more frustrating than relaxing.

Rooms

6.0

The rooms were well-equipped and spacious, though the cigarette smell was very strong, particularly in the non-smoking rooms after using the air conditioning.

Service

5.0

While some staff were friendly and helpful, my overall experience with customer service was poor. The restrictions at the restaurant and lack of assistance with parking felt unwelcome.

Location

5.0

The hotel is located in the center of Nicosia, but parking is a significant issue as the driveway is often blocked, making access difficult.

Dining

5.0

The breakfast selection was decent but could benefit from more variety. Dining at the hotel for lunch or dinner was unimpressive, with the kebab restaurant particularly failing to deliver a good experience.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel's amenities are decent, including a casino that offers a lively atmosphere, but overall, the guest facilities could use an update, particularly in terms of dining experiences.

Cleanliness of rooms

Poor customer service

Louis

United States, November 2024

5.8/10

My stay at the Merit Lefkosa Hotel was a mixed bag. On one hand, the hotel boasts a lovely garden area, helpful staff, and clean rooms. On the other hand, I was overwhelmed by the strong smell of cigarettes throughout the property, and dining options left much to be desired, especially the lunch and dinner menus. While the breakfast was decent, it could definitely improve. Overall, the hotel could use some upgrades and better ventilation.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms were clean but had a very strong cigarette smell, which made them uncomfortable at times.

Service

7.0

The staff was welcoming and helpful, but I encountered issues with the restaurant access that felt unwelcoming.

Location

6.0

The central location allowed easy access to local attractions, but parking was a hassle due to the busy main road.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was lackluster, with mediocre options at lunch and dinner, although breakfast was acceptable.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel had a nice garden and a casino with some appealing amenities, but the overall upkeep was lacking.

Welcoming staff

Strong cigarette smell

Sarah

United States, September 2024

6.4/10

During my stay, I encountered a mix of experiences at this hotel. The cleanliness was commendable, and I appreciated the attentive service, but my dining experience left much to be desired, especially regarding the restaurant atmosphere. While the location was convenient for exploring North Nicosia, I found the overall quality didn't match the five-star expectations.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms were clean and spacious, but I found them a bit dated and not as comfortable as I expected.

Service

7.0

The service was efficient, though at times it felt a bit impersonal.

Location

8.0

The hotel is conveniently located in North Nicosia, close to various attractions and accessible from the airport.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were quite disappointing, especially with the restaurant ambiance being too smoky and not welcoming.