20 best resorts in Bulgaria – which one to choose for recreation, photo, description

The choice of a place of rest is a responsible matter. A well-chosen option will allow you to restore strength, get new impressions and return home in a good mood. Today, Russians are waiting for the best resorts in Bulgaria, where a beach holiday can be combined with treatment and sightseeing. At the same time, the prices at the resorts are very democratic.

The deer

This is a real European resort, located at the foot of Stara Planina Mountain. Once upon a time there were dense forests in its place, where many deer were found. And the very word “elenite” means “deer”. Today, Elenite is a club complex where you can have a great rest at reasonable prices. Picturesque landscapes, comfortable villas under elegant tiled roofs, beaches with golden sand – all this attracts even such spoiled tourists as the French and the British.

In modern hotels, guests are guaranteed a high level of service. There are children‘s clubs, playgrounds, special pools waiting for little vacationers. And lovers of water sports are happy to go diving and windsurfing in Elenite. The ecological cleanliness of the resort is provided by electric vehicles that have replaced conventional transport.

Golden Sands

This resort has been known to our compatriots since the times of the USSR. Active construction began here in the 50s of the last century. The mild climate makes Golden Sands a year-round resort. In winter, the temperature rises above 0C, and in summer it stays at around 24-25C. Only 18 km separate the resort from Varna, which allows vacationers to explore this famous city. Golden Sands is a place where people not only relax, but also get treated.

In addition to sea water and a healing climate, procedures are applied using mud rich in microelements and medicinal herbs. There are no problems with accommodation. You can choose accommodation of any level – from economy class to luxury apartments. The main attractions of the resort are the ancient monastery and chapel, as well as numerous mineral springs. Young people will also not be bored here: nightclubs and discos work.

Varna

Those tourists come to Varna who want to combine a beach holiday with rich cultural leisure. It's a pretty big city, after all. You can walk along its narrow streets, go to cafes serving delicious national cuisine, buy handmade souvenirs, unusual Bulgarian perfumes and rose oil in shops. And you can go on excursions – see the houses built in the past centuries, visit museums, stand at the monuments, visit the royal estate. A beautiful cathedral will also attract the attention of guests.

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There are many sanatoriums in Varna. Therapeutic mud and local mineral water are widely known outside the country. The beaches in Varna are well-maintained, in the warm season you can ride a yacht, go scuba diving, and do water sports. Well, when the sun sets and the lanterns are lit, young people flock to bars, various entertainment venues, and discos “splash out” even on the embankment. At the same time, prices in the resort are quite moderate.

St. Constantine and Helena

An unusual name for a resort, but for many this place has already become a favorite in Bulgaria. A quiet and picturesque corner, an old park, the air, as if infused with the smells of flowers and herbs … Those who do not need the noise of big cities, but are looking for peace and solitude, have a direct road here. Time seems to slow down here, and vacationers can only bask on the golden sand, walk under the pine trees, admire the roses, drink water from healing springs. By the way, here you can bathe in mineral water not only in the baths located in sanatoriums, but also in specially equipped dams.

The resort's balneological center is famous for offering its clients a wide range of effective wellness treatments at a moderate cost. St. Constantine and Elena is one of the oldest resorts in Bulgaria. It was founded at the beginning of the 20th century. Now it is aimed at tourists of all ages, including children. Not only in five-star, but also in budget hotels for kids there are playgrounds and special pools.

Saint Vlas

Another small Bulgarian town that has become a popular resort. It is located 40 km from the airport, so it will not be a problem for tourists to come here. In the neighborhood there are 2 more famous resorts – Sunny Beach and Nessebar. But the main advantage of St. Vlas is the presence here of a first-class balneary, equipped with modern equipment. The local climate, sea air, combined with the procedures, allows the guests of the resort to improve their health, get rid of chronic diseases. Saint Vlas is especially popular among those who suffer from lung diseases. These people come here year after year to stay fit.

Burgas

Once it was just a place where several fishing villages were located. But over time, a seaport was built in Burgas, there was an active development of the adjacent territory. Today Burgas is a big city, even those guests of the country who have a rest in other places try to visit it. The gentle sea, beautiful lakes, natural attractions located in the vicinity, and several large museums in Burgas itself have made the city a real tourist center.

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Sozopol

On the site of Sozopol in the 6th century BC. there was a small town founded by the Greeks. It was then called Apollonia, and there was also a bronze statue of the god himself. Until now, tools, utensils, decorations dating back to that era are found in the sea. At the end of the 1st century BC the city was destroyed by the Romans. It was revived only a few centuries later, and now had a different name. “Sozopol” means – “City of Salvation”. People who work in the arts like to come here. Poets and artists, writers and musicians. Sozopol is unusually picturesque, ancient buildings and streets are organically combined with modern ones.

Young people will not get bored here either – Sozopol has a very lively evening life, there is where to “light up” with friends. It is worth mentioning two more local sights. This is a natural reserve, whose dense thickets make you think of South America. Where the Ropotamo River flows into the Black Sea, you can often see dolphins. The second attraction is the island of St. Ivan, which is surrounded by an underwater stone forest. And on the island itself there is a monastery.

Pomorie

Those who consider Pomorie as a place for a beach holiday should think about it. Yes, this area was called “sacred” in ancient times because of the presence of healing waters and mud in its vicinity. And today, the main thing that tourists come to Pomorie for is treatment. In addition, beautiful vineyards grow here, from which local residents make various types of wines. Nearby are the famous resorts of Burgas and Sunny Beach.

The sea in the resort is very clean and shallow, the beaches stretch for several kilometers. But the sand is saturated with iron, because of this it has an unusual color to the eye, it seems dirty. In some places, only stones lie at the water's edge. But the sanatoriums in this town are first-class, they accept both adults and children for treatment.

sunny Beach

One of the most famous Bulgarian resorts is also famous for the fact that it stands away from major transport routes. So everything is in order with the environment. Local beaches regularly receive the Blue Flag, which indicates their impeccable cleanliness. At the same time, you definitely cannot call a quiet resort – about 8 hundred hotels and boarding houses work here. Many vacationers note a pleasant feature of the resort – the path to the sea is gentle, returning back, you do not have to climb the mountain.

Also in this resort everything is thought out for children. Playgrounds, swimming pools, clubs, entertainment events – the little one will quickly find friends. There is even a wonderful water park. And in the shallow and warm sea it is very pleasant to splash for a long time. Young people will find discos, bars and nightclubs in the resort.

Sinemorets

Sinemorets is a place for those who want to relax in peace and quiet. This is the country's southernmost resort, until recently it was part of the border zone, so the internal infrastructure has not been developed here. And even today, active construction is prohibited here, because the small resort is located on the territory of the national park. Clear sea, silence, abundance of greenery, very beautiful landscapes – that's what tourists will find here. But noisy entertainment can not be found here. Therefore, the resort is more suitable for families with children and people of mature age.

Primorsko

A truly amazing place. Here the cape protrudes far into the sea, like the prow of a ship. Rare plants and animals, dense forests, poetic rocks – this is not to be found anywhere else. This place has been known since ancient times, but until recently there were few tourists here. Indeed, in these parts there was a summer cottage of the Bulgarian Secretary General Todor Zhivkov. Naturally, the way here was closed to mere mortals. But then one of the most significant youth centers in Europe grew up here.

Numerous camps, tourist centers, rest houses receive thousands of tourists every year. However, everything is arranged very well. Guests do not violate the fragile ecosystem – they just admire it and learn to live in harmony with nature. Primorsko has excellent sandy beaches and many places where young people can have fun. Prices are pleasing to the eye, while the amenities in the holiday homes are modern, and guests do not have to suffer from a lack of comfort.

Ahtopol

This town is located near the Turkish border, at the foot of the beautiful Strandja Mountain. The beaches here are some of the best in Bulgaria. The city was founded in the 1st century BC by the Thracians, and then successively passed to the Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Turks and, finally, to the Bulgarians. More than once it was attacked by pirates, survived fires. But today Ahtopol is a cozy sunny town. Both locals come here, who are attracted by the opportunity to relax on the sea for little money, and foreign tourists. From Ahtopol it is easy to get to Turkey, and to any place in Bulgaria.

In addition, there is a nature reserve and national park, Sozopol Castle, nearby. You should not look for noisy entertainment here, but you can relax perfectly.

Albena

A very popular climatic resort, founded in the 3rd century BC. Albena officially received the first tourists in the late 60s of the last century. They immediately appreciated the beautiful bay of the Black Sea and picturesque shores. Sports enthusiasts also try to relax here. In Albena, you can go swimming in the pools, go yachting, rush along the sea surface on water skis, and paragliding.

Horse riding, golf, archery – all this is also at the service of vacationers. There is an opportunity to go in for sports for children, experienced coaches work. The local children's camp “Brigantine” is also widely known. This is a real “territory of childhood”, where there is everything – from residential buildings to attractions. The film festival of the best films “Scarlet Sails” is also regularly held here.

Overview

A cozy town where the sea always warms up in spring earlier than in other Bulgarian resorts. Therefore, families with children love to come here so much. In addition, there is a lot of entertainment for kids – there are enough rides, playgrounds, swimming pools, and animators. Also, children and adults who often get sick – bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma – have the opportunity to undergo wellness procedures. The peculiarity of the local hotels is that each has a rather large territory, its own beach, so you definitely won't have to sunbathe “like herring in a barrel”.

This resort has not yet gained wide popularity, so prices here are lower than in large cities, and more attention is paid to tourists. Everyone will feel like an honored guest here. Landscapes around the city are very beautiful. These are coniferous forests and sheer cliffs, mountains and the sea, clear streams and mineral water springs. For many tourists who have visited Obzor, the town becomes a favorite vacation spot.

Ravda

Those who want to be in a fashionable resort and live in luxurious apartments should not go here. Ravda is a fairly democratic resort. Here you can stay in good hotels at reasonable prices, enjoy plenty of vegetables and fruits, plunge into the atmosphere of cloudless summer peace and happiness. Those who are attracted to active leisure will sign up for swimming, rowing, and surfing courses. They will be able to do fitness or active tourism.

Many young people come to the city, and without a suitable company, young people will definitely not be left. Construction continues in Ravda, the city becomes bigger and more beautiful every year, and will soon be able to compete with the best resorts in Bulgaria. In the meantime, vacationers can easily get to Nessebar or Burgas, and from there go on excursions throughout Bulgaria.

Aheloy

The village is known for its mild climate. Winters are warm here, and in summer there is practically no strong heat. The reason is the location of Aheloy between the Black Sea and Mount Stara Planina. This place has been known since ancient times. Back in the 1st century AD The Bulgarians defeated the Byzantine troops here. Today, Aheloy is a dynamically developing resort, not yet very built up, which means that the prices here are lower than in other cities.

Large sandy beaches, convenient transport links with the nearest cities – Nessebar, Balchik, Sunny Beach – are very popular with tourists. Guests are attracted by a beautiful park in the center of the village and the river of the same name. There are many orchards in Aheloy, fruits can be picked directly from trees and shrubs. Also in the village there are hotels, both of a high level of comfort and simpler.

Balchik

Balchik just asks for a picture or a postcard. Its very name means “white”. Snow-white cliffs rising above the sea, streets perched in tiers on the slopes of the mountains, houses made of white stone under multi-colored roofs – all this is very picturesque. Tourists from European countries come to the city to have a quiet and peaceful rest. The abundance of greenery, delicious cuisine, the friendliness of the locals – all this is Balchik. The beaches in the city are sandy, their length is over 2 km. In Balchik, you can not only sunbathe and swim, ride a yacht or scuba dive, but also undergo treatment with mineral waters and healing mud.

Nessebar

Ancient Nessebar is a real treasure of Bulgaria. The true age of the city cannot be accurately determined. We only know that it is more than 3 thousand years old. Most of Nessebar hid in the waters of the Black Sea several centuries ago. Only those buildings that were located on a hill survived, including all the city's temples. This is a real miracle, it is not for nothing that Nessebar is recognized as a city-museum. The ancient part of Nessebar can be seen in good weather during a boat trip or scuba diving. Today, the resort has many hotels of a modern level, there are paid and free beaches, the sea is clean. Rest in Nessebar is a rich choice of excursions, medical procedures, shopping.

Mermaid

Rusalka is located in the north of the country, about an hour's drive from Varna. The peculiarity of this resort is that it is located in one of the most beautiful places in the country. This is a reserve, the name of which is translated as “Bird's Bay”. And, of course, here you can see a huge variety of birds, including rare ones. Picturesque and the coast of the resort. Beautiful rocks, beaches, clear sea, in which almost every day you can see frolicking dolphins – all this will appeal to both adults and children. In Rusalka, you can choose accommodation for every taste and budget, and leisure here will undoubtedly be interesting.

Kavarna

Kavarna is an ancient city that is developing rapidly today. The municipality wisely invests in the formation of internal infrastructure, thanks to which tourists characterize holidays in Kavarna as very comfortable. Fountains and parks, bars and cafes, hotels and banks, post office and the House of Culture – it's all there. Also, well-known artists regularly perform here. There are tour desks. There are many antiquities in Kavarna itself, including the ruins of the fortress, but you can also go on separate excursions – transport links are well established.

A small seaport is a guarantee that vacationers can take a boat trip at any time, and a fishing base will provide guests with the opportunity to taste fresh seafood. Picturesque cliffs, warm and gentle sea, sandy clean beaches, the scent of roses – what does it need for happiness?

Which one to choose for families with children

Bulgaria is a great place for families with children. Which resort to choose depends on the age of the little traveler. Families with kids can be recommended to go to Albena, Elenite, St. Constantine and Elena, Obzor. In hotels and guest houses everything is adapted for children, the staff provides many special services. A separate menu for the little ones, a babysitter on call, entertainment programs for crumbs – parents will appreciate all these moments. At the same time, these resorts are quite quiet, and loud music at night will not prevent children from sleeping.

Teenagers will appreciate Golden Sands and Sunny Beach. There are many attractions, children's clubs, you can do water sports. In addition, children of this age are already attracted by excursions, and there are plenty of them here. The sea in the resorts is shallow, warm, it is safe to swim here. For the most demanding vacationers, we can recommend Duni. This is a closed resort complex, located in a nature reserve, and at the same time equipped with all possible amenities. There is a water park nearby. The road to the airport also does not take much time.

Those families whose children need treatment can be recommended to go to Obzor. This is an inexpensive cozy resort with a salubrious climate. It has its own mineral springs and mud. You can undergo procedures, receive medical consultations, and just walk along the paths of parks, inhaling the air saturated with the smell of pine needles. In addition, there are large children's camps, where children will surely enjoy their holidays.

Which one to choose for youth recreation

When choosing a place to stay, young people should think about such resorts as Kiten, Sunny Beach and Golden Sands. Kiten is a beautiful green place with large beaches and two bays. The proximity of the mountains is a guarantee that a fresh breeze will save holidaymakers from the summer heat. One of the biggest advantages of Kiten is affordable prices. Hotels here are mainly 2-3 star categories. Campsites and hostels are open. It will be inexpensive to ride a yacht, visit a disco or a bar. There are many entertainment events regularly held at the resort, and there are always a lot of young people here. Another “highlight”: here you can get acquainted with folklore.

Sunny Beach is a noisy and vibrant resort. The embankment in the evenings turns into a place for a fun party, there are also restaurants combined with an amusement complex. For example, “Khan's Tent”. Popular discos in Sunny Beach are visited even by those who have a rest in other resorts. In a word, it is always noisy and fun here. The two listed resorts can compete with Golden Sands. There are also regular and water rides, popular discos and nightclubs open every evening.

Why do young people love Bulgaria so much? Warm sea, clean and well-groomed beaches, no language barrier, low prices and delicious cuisine – all this annually attracts many young men and women to the country.

Best time to travel

During the summer months there is a mild Mediterranean climate. In the resorts, you can swim without any problems already in May, the water temperature reaches + 20C and above. In addition, in May it is very beautiful, everything is blooming, but there is still no influx of tourists. Therefore, the prices for accommodation, excursions, etc. are significantly lower. In May, all boarding houses, recreation centers, camps and guest houses are already open. From June to the end of September, everyone who loves warm sea waves and sunny weather can go to Bulgaria.

The last week of June and the first week of September are considered especially successful periods for rest. You can still save money, and the weather will only please. The peak season is July and August, the ticket prices are the highest. September is a velvet season, the weather starts to deteriorate only towards the end of the month. The heat recedes, the sea remains warm, and fruits and vegetables abound in the market. This is a good time to relax for both families with children and older tourists.