The beach sits in a natural bay about 3 km west of Ayia Napa centre, with fine gold sand and usually calm, shallow water in the lee of the islet. The strand runs about 600 metres, with toilets, changing rooms, sunbeds, water sports, bars, and organised events, plus step-free access. Lifeguards run April to October. This shore still flew a Blue Flag in July 2026. Expect a crowd in peak summer — come early if you want space on the sand. This is the Agia Napa–Protaras east coast that most visitors mean by a Cyprus beach day: a developed seafront, short hops between bays, and a long summer season. In July and August the sand fills from late morning — start early if you want space. Sunbeds, showers, and snack bars appear where operators set them; use only what you can see, and bring shade, water, and a snack if the stretch looks quiet. Mornings are usually the calmest water; check the sea and the wind before you swim, especially with children. Getting here is easiest by car or resort shuttle; parking is whatever the seafront and side streets still have when you arrive, so walking the last few minutes is often the simple move. Take rubbish with you when bins overflow.