The key points
- Columbia Beach Resort in Pissouri announced two Global Winner distinctions at the LUXE Global Awards 2026.
- The categories are Best Luxury Beach Resort and Spa and Best Luxury Sustainable Resort.
- They follow its recognition as Cyprus’s Leading Resort 2026 at the separate World Travel Awards.
Columbia Beach Resort in Pissouri announced that it has won two Global Winner titles at the LUXE Global Awards 2026. The distinctions concern the five-star resort’s beachfront hospitality and spa services, alongside its sustainable operation.
The two categories are ‘Best Luxury Beach Resort and Spa’ and ‘Best Luxury Sustainable Resort’. The awards follow Columbia Beach Resort’s recognition as Cyprus’s Leading Resort 2026 at the World Travel Awards.
Recognition for spa services and sustainable operations
The first category concerns the resort’s overall hospitality and wellness experience. The announcement places particular emphasis on Hébe Spa, its specialist treatments and personalised services.
The resort attributes the Best Luxury Sustainable Resort distinction to environmental practices aimed at using natural resources responsibly and reducing its operational footprint.
Established in 2021, the LUXE Global Awards recognise hotels, resorts, spas and restaurants through an annual vote, with distinctions at national, regional, continental and global levels.
Barbara Fernandez: the success belongs to our people
Barbara Fernandez, General Manager of Columbia Beach Resort, said, in a statement translated from Greek:
‘The two new global awards are a particular honour for all of us and add to an exceptionally important year for Columbia Beach Resort. They give us even greater motivation to continue offering distinctive hospitality experiences, with our guests at the centre and respect for the environment. This success belongs to our people, whose dedication and professionalism make a difference every day.’
According to figures provided by the resort, the latest awards join more than 100 national and international distinctions it has received since opening in 2005.
Schoeller Holdings’ hospitality division
Columbia Hospitality is the hospitality division of Schoeller Holdings Ltd, bringing Columbia Hotels & Resorts, Columbia Restaurants and Columbia Hotel Academy under one umbrella. Its portfolio spans accommodation, dining and industry training.
Founded in 1978, Schoeller Holdings operates in shipping, hospitality, property and other investments. The company information accompanying the announcement refers to more than 14,000 employees worldwide.
