Departing from The Colony Hotel in Historic Kyrenia
Setting off from The Colony Hotel places you directly in the historic and commercial heart of Kyrenia (Girne). The hotel stands amidst an urban quarter shaped by centuries of Lusignan, Venetian, Ottoman, and British colonial administrative presence. Just a short stroll away lies the celebrated horseshoe-shaped old harbour and the imposing stone fortifications of Kyrenia Castle. Before leaving the center, travellers encounter a vibrant streetscape of traditional merchant buildings, local shops, and cafes set against the backdrop of the Kyrenia mountain range. The transition from this bustling town center provides a distinct contrast to the relaxed, resort-focused coastal stretch awaiting you to the west.
The Route: Navigating the Westward Coastal Corridor
The journey from The Colony Hotel to Merit Royal Hotel & Casino covers an estimated distance of 12.7 km along the northern coastline. Leaving downtown Kyrenia involves navigating local municipal streets before joining the western arterial roadway that connects Girne with the coastal districts of Karaoğlanoğlu and Alsancak. Under typical driving conditions, the transfer takes approximately 17 minutes. Traffic tends to concentrate around the central Kyrenia roundabouts and commercial retail zones along the Karaoğlanoğlu avenue during late afternoon peak hours and weekend evenings. Once past the denser commercial pockets, the road flows smoothly, flanked by the Mediterranean Sea to the north and rugged limestone peaks to the south.
Landmarks and Points of Interest Along the Way
While the transfer between Kyrenia and Alsancak is relatively brief, it traverses an area rich in scenic and historical interest. Near your starting point in central Kyrenia, the historic waterfront and ancient shipwreck museum dominate the harbor quarter. As you travel westward through Karaoğlanoğlu, you pass close to the Peace and Freedom Memorial and the landing beaches associated with the 1974 events in Cyprus. Approaching the destination in Alsancak, the coastline breaks into scenic rocky coves, secluded inlets, and manicured resort grounds. The Merit Royal peninsula itself offers panoramic views across the open sea, making the arrival feel secluded from the urban energy of central Girne.
Private Transfers Between The Colony and Merit Royal
Cyprus Taxi provides dependable, door-to-door private transfers between The Colony Hotel and Merit Royal Hotel & Casino at any hour of the day or night. Available 24/7, this service is ideal whether you are heading west for a casino evening, an upscale dinner, or checking into the luxury resort for a coastal holiday. All journeys operate on fixed prices agreed in advance without the use of taximeters, ensuring complete clarity regardless of traffic volume along the main road. Your private vehicle collects you directly from The Colony entrance and delivers you seamlessly to the Merit Royal lobby in Alsancak.