City of Dreams Mediterranean

City of Dreams Mediterranean
Logo
Front view of the resort
Interactive map of City of Dreams Mediterranean
Location Zakaki, Limassol, Limassol, Cyprus
Address Nikou Kavvadia, Limassol, 3150
Opening dateSoft opening
June 12, 2023
Grand opening
July 10, 2023
No. of rooms500
Total gaming space7,500 square metres (81,000 sq ft)
Notable restaurants
  • Anaïs
  • Amber Dragon
  • Oléa
  • Center Stage
  • Aura
  • The Lounge
  • Aqua Bar
  • Veranda Café
Casino typeLand-based
American-style casino
OwnerMelco Resorts & Entertainment
Coordinates34°38′50″N 32°59′38″E / 34.6472°N 32.9939°E / 34.6472; 32.9939
Websitecityofdreamsmed.com

City of Dreams Mediterranean is a 14.8-acre (6.0 ha) luxury integrated resort and casino in the Zakaki suburb of Limassol, Cyprus. It opened fully on 10 July 2023 as Europe’s first integrated resort and, as of 2024, the largest of its kind in the European Union, with a fourteen-storey hotel (500 rooms and suites), 7,500 square metres (81,000 sq ft) of casino floor and more than 8,000 square metres (86,000 sq ft) of meeting and event space.[1][2][3]

History

The project is owned and operated by Melco Resorts & Entertainment. Melco increased its stake in the project to 75% in 2019, before completion.[4][5]

A soft opening took place on 12 June 2023, followed by the official opening on 10 July 2023.[2] Upon opening, Melco confirmed it would continue operating its licensed “C2” satellite casinos around Cyprus, while the prior temporary casino at Limassol ceased operations.[1]

Design and architecture

The main building rises 14 storeys in a glass-fronted trapezoidal form overlooking Limassol's coastline. Local firm J+A Philippou acted as Architect of Record and Structural Engineer of Record, collaborating with Atkins (Hong Kong) as lead architect.[6] Interiors follow Melco's international luxury standards with Mediterranean influences.[7]

Facilities

  • Accommodation. 500 guestrooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows; selected rooms and suites include sea-view terraces.[8]
  • Dining and retail. Multiple outlets including Amber Dragon, Oléa and Anaïs, alongside lounges and bars; on-site luxury retail is positioned around the central atrium.[9]
  • Leisure. Outdoor pool complexes, spa (Lotus Spa), fitness facilities, a family adventure park and an open-air amphitheatre for live entertainment.[10][11]

Casino

The casino occupies about 7,500 square metres (81,000 sq ft) and, at launch, included roughly 1,000 slot machines and about 100 live gaming tables, with dedicated VIP rooms.[12][13]

Meetings and events

The resort includes more than 8,000 square metres (86,000 sq ft) of indoor and outdoor MICE facilities (EXPO Centre), including a grand ballroom seating up to 880 guests, a high-volume hall (The Forum, 12 m ceiling), a 200-seat amphitheatre and terraced lawns for outdoor functions. The EXPO Centre is among the largest dedicated event venues in Cyprus.[2][14]

Sustainability and awards

At the design stage the project achieved a BREEAM “Excellent” rating (score 80.4%), the first Cyprus development reported to receive this level at that time.[15][16] Melco has also publicised further sustainability recognitions for the property since opening.[17]

Access

The resort is located in Zakaki, western Limassol, near the A6 approach to Limassol and the city's port district; the address is Nikou Kavvadia Street, Zakaki 3150.[18]

See also

References

  1. ^ a b "Melco announces City of Dreams Mediterranean to open in Limassol, Cyprus" (Press release). Melco Resorts & Entertainment. 12 May 2023. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  2. ^ a b c "City of Dreams Mediterranean official opening" (Press release). Melco Resorts & Entertainment. 10 July 2023. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  3. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean". Official site. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  4. ^ "Melco announces entry into definitive agreement to acquire a 75% equity interest in the City of Dreams Mediterranean project". U.S. SEC. 24 June 2019. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  5. ^ "Melco Announces Completion of Acquisition for 75% Equity Interest in City of Dreams Mediterranean Project". U.S. SEC. 2 August 2019. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  6. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean – J+A Philippou Architects". Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  7. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean appoints hotel republic". micebook. 18 May 2022. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  8. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean — Cyprus Hotels". Forbes Travel Guide. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  9. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean (official site)". Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  10. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean – Integrated Resort, Casino & Entertainment (hotel info)". Expedia. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  11. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean – booking information". Booking.com. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  12. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean". World Casino Directory. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  13. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean – hotel information". Expedia. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  14. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean Resort and Casino in Limassol focuses on MICE". ITB News. 26 July 2023. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  15. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean honoured with BREEAM Excellent rating" (Press release). Melco Resorts & Entertainment. 24 March 2021. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  16. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean honoured for its sustainable design". Cyprus Mail. 27 March 2021. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  17. ^ "Melco's City of Dreams Mediterranean honored with three accolades" (Press release). Melco Resorts & Entertainment. 3 July 2023. Retrieved 9 September 2025.
  18. ^ "City of Dreams Mediterranean (official site — location)". Retrieved 9 September 2025.
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