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Minthis Resort
by Pafilia Property Developers

Minthis Resort

by Pafilia Property Developers

Shortlisted: Resort Hotel Award

The International Hotel & Property Awards 2026

Minthis is presented as an architecturally unified and sustainable retreat developed by Pafilia Property Developers. Its design is shaped by a landscape-led masterplan that spans five million square metres, with only five percent of the terrain developed. This careful approach allows the resort to sit quietly within its natural topography, maintaining tranquillity and preserving the heritage of its elevated setting 550 metres above sea level.

The architectural vision is defined by a cohesive language created by Woods Bagot as the master architect. Pafilia’s own architects, interior designers, and landscape specialists then extend this vision through fully bespoke residences, villas, and suites. Each property is tailored to individual clients while staying aligned with the resort’s broader architectural principles.

Inspired by vernacular Cypriot architecture, the design uses locally sourced stone, framed openings, layered forms, and an emphasis on courtyard living. These courtyards shape light, shade, wind, and views while strengthening privacy and indoor to outdoor flow. Buildings follow natural contours with material palettes that reflect nearby vineyards, orchards, and rocky hillsides.

Across the Clubhouse, Wellness Spa, Village Square, and accommodation, modern sculptural forms are balanced with warm textures to create a calm and immersive environment. Movement and space are choreographed through framed vistas, open walkways, and connections to the landscape. Facilities are placed to respect sightlines and natural conditions, producing an intuitive experience rooted in place.

The resort’s commitment to sustainability is reinforced by GEO certification and Green Key recognition. Natural features define pathways and boundaries, and specialist skills such as stone masonry, climate-responsive design, and cultural conservation support the project. The result is a timeless environment where Pafilia’s development expertise and the surrounding landscape work in harmony.

Location: Tsada, Paphos, Cyprus

Architect: Woods Bagot

Hotel Group/ Developer: Pafilia Property Developers

Pafilia Property Developers has been shortlisted for Resort Hotel Award in The International Hotel & Property Awards 2026.

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