Minthis Golf Club offers a wonderfully peaceful round in the hills above Paphos, surrounded by vineyards, orchards, olive groves and far-reaching views towards the Troodos Mountains. Originally designed by Donald Steel in 1994, the course was later extensively renovated by Mackenzie & Ebert, reopening following a major €5 million upgrade that included redesigned holes and larger, USGA-specification greens. Today, the 18-hole, par-72 layout measures 5,902 metres and blends naturally into its elevated Cypriot landscape.

The opening nine winds around a 12th-century monastery, with tree-lined fairways and natural changes in elevation placing more emphasis on accuracy and positioning than outright length. The back nine introduces some of Minthis’ most memorable challenges. The par-five 10th begins with a dramatic drive across a deep valley, while the short par-four 14th offers genuine risk and reward for golfers tempted to attack the green from the tee.

The undisputed signature hole is the par-three 15th, played from an elevated tee to the only island green in Cyprus. At around 150 metres, it may not look intimidating on the scorecard, but with water surrounding the putting surface and the possibility of a crosswind, club selection and accuracy are everything.

Practice facilities are equally strong, with a TrackMan driving range, putting and chipping greens, a three-hole par-three academy course and PGA professional tuition available. The contemporary clubhouse provides a restaurant, bar, terrace and well-equipped pro shop for before and after the round.

Minthis is also an excellent addition to a wider Paphos golf holiday, with Elea Golf Club, Secret Valley and PGA National Cyprus at Aphrodite Hills all within driving distance. Its comparatively tranquil setting, varied design and memorable finishing stretch make it particularly appealing to golfers who enjoy scenic courses where strategy matters as much as distance.