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WPT Prime Cyprus 2026 | October 7-19, 2026 | Chamada Prestige
Based on the official announcement of the World Poker Tour (WPT), the second highlight of their double-header Season 24 schedule in Cyprus will be WPT Prime Cyprus 2026. This highly anticipated mid-stakes festival will take place from October 7, 2026, to October 19, 2026, hosted at the world-class Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino in the beautiful coastal city of Kyrenia (Girne).
The Expanding Presence of WPT in Cyprus
Following the massive success of their summer championship, the WPT returns to the Mediterranean for a spectacular autumn stop. This expansion cements Northern Cyprus as a premier hub on the international poker circuit, offering a superb combination of high-stakes action and resort luxury.
WPT CEO Adam Pliska highlighted the venue’s exceptional track record, noting that players consistently receive an outstanding experience at the Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino. The newly expanded poker arena, combined with 24-hour high-quality cash games across the casino floor, guarantees non-stop action for players traveling from all over Europe and beyond.
The WPT Prime Cyprus Championship
The crown jewel of the October festival is the WPT Prime Cyprus Championship, which will run from October 15, 2026, to October 19, 2026. This event represents one of the best value-for-money tournaments on the global poker calendar.
The championship tournament features a highly accessible buy-in of $1,100 and comes with a massive guaranteed prize pool of $1,000,000. To accommodate the massive expected field, the tournament features five starting flights, giving players ample opportunity to secure a bag for Day 2. The entire final table action will be broadcast worldwide via a professional live stream on WPT’s official channels, allowing fans to watch the action unfold in real-time.
Poker and Travel Guide
Over the past few years, Cyprus has developed into one of the most important and fastest-growing hubs in international poker, attracting visitors with its stunning coastline and luxurious resorts.
If you want to learn more about the local regulations and the poker ecosystem on this beautiful island, check out our detailed Cyprus poker guide . The Northern Cyprus region is particularly famous for its top-quality service, incredibly friendly tax environment, and non-stop cash game action. Casino entry is free of charge but requires registration, so always keep a valid passport with you.
The Venue: Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino
A perfect blend of luxury and a professional gaming experience awaits guests in one of Kyrenia’s most stunning complexes on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
The Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino is a modern, fully-equipped luxury hotel featuring premium accommodations, world-class restaurants, a high-end spa, and a recently expanded poker room. The venue provides an ideal environment for both high-stakes tournament action and relaxing between sessions. For more details and an in-depth review of the room, visit our official venue review .
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KyreniaChamada Prestige Hotel and Casino has established itself as one of the premier poker destinations in the Mediterranean, and the go-to venue for major international festivals in Cyprus . Set in Kyrenia on the northern coast of the island, the five-star resort combines a purpose-built casino environment with full resort infrastructure, making it a natural host for the growing European poker circuit. Its status as a recurring WPT stop has confirmed Chamada as a serious tournament venue with a proven track record of handling large international fields.
Venue Features & Environment
- Dedicated Casino Floor: The Beluga Casino sits at the heart of the resort, offering a wide selection of table games, high-stakes poker, and VIP rooms alongside the main tournament area. The casino floor is capable of accommodating significant tournament fields, with the wider resort providing additional event space as needed.
- 186 Rooms & Suites: Built across 35,000 square metres in the Çatalköy area of Kyrenia, the hotel offers elegant rooms and suites, many with private balconies featuring sea or mountain views, positioned for a full “stay and play” experience.
- Resort Amenities: Facilities include outdoor and indoor pools, a full spa with Turkish bath, sauna and steam room, a fitness centre, beach club with private beach access, water sports, and multiple dining and bar options serving international and local Cypriot cuisine.
STATUS
Established WPT Venue
LOCATION
Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus
CASINO
Beluga Casino
The Player Experience
Chamada offers a compact, self-contained tournament environment well suited to multi-day festival formats. Between sessions, players have access to the beach club, spa, multiple pools, and a beachfront bar that hosts live entertainment on weekends. The all-inclusive option covers dining and drinks across the resort’s restaurants and bars, keeping the focus firmly on the poker. A shuttle service runs daily to Kyrenia town centre, giving players easy access to the harbour and local attractions when the schedule allows.
The venue has hosted multiple editions of the World Poker Tour Cyprus festival, with WPT Cyprus Championship and WPT Prime Cyprus Championship both confirmed at Chamada for the upcoming season, cementing its position as the island’s leading tournament destination.
Logistics & Access
📍 Address: Cesur Sokak No. 4, Çatalköy, Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus. Tel: +90 392 650 30 00
🚗 Getting There: Roughly a 30–40 minute drive from Ercan International Airport (ECN), which handles regional and connecting flights. Larnaca Airport (LCA) in the south is approximately 90 km away and around 90 minutes by road, offering broader international connectivity.
🎒 Reporter’s Tip: The all-inclusive package is well worth considering for longer festival stays - it removes the friction of daily expenses and keeps everything on-site. Book rooms early for WPT stops; the hotel fills quickly once the schedule goes live.
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Jessy is a technical editor and data specialist at Somuchpoker, leveraging a background in programming to manage our live event database. He is responsible for the rapid and accurate publication of all poker festival schedules. His work is critical in upholding SMP's commitment to being the most reliable and timely news source for the poker community.
The entire autumn festival runs from October 7, 2026, to October 19, 2026, at the prestigious Chamada Prestige Hotel & Casino in Kyrenia.
The nearest airport is Ercan International Airport, which is approximately a 35-minute drive or taxi ride away, covering a distance of about 33 km.
Entry requires a minimum age of 18 years and a valid photo ID or passport. The dress code is smart casual; sandals, sleeveless shirts, and athletic shorts are generally not permitted in the poker room.
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