Varshava Hotel 2 * (Golden Sands, Bulgaria): description, reviews

Sunny Bulgaria has long been famous for its resorts and attracted tourists with a mild climate, warm sea, delicious national cuisine and friendly attitude of polite hosts, traditionally friendly to tourists from Russia. The wide choice of excursion offers diversifies rest, and the budgetary cost of services allows the country to remain one of the main directions of Russian mass tourism. Tour in Varshava Hotel is an excellent solution for a pleasant and inexpensive vacation on the golden Black Sea coast.

Location: modern spa in a natural environment

The complex is located on the territory of the main tourist brand of the coast - the national natural park "Golden Sands". Varshava Hotel is well located in the heart of the tourist "heart" of Bulgaria. The city of Golden Sands was built in 1956. Architects and builders created a resort paradise designed to become a tourist Mecca of the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. Initially it was planned to create 60 hotels for guests, but now this figure has doubled.

In the 90 years, privatization was carried out, thanks to which significant investments were made in the tourist infrastructure of the resort. The quality of the services provided to holidaymakers has improved significantly and has risen to a high level of European traditions. Without exaggeration, the resort "Golden Sands" can be called a tourist megacity, in hotels of which (among them the "Warsaw" hotel) at the same time can rest up to 30 thousand people. The warm and mild climate allows the tourist season to last six months - from May to October. The possibility in such a wide time range to plan your vacation serves as an additional incentive for visiting this place by tourists from different countries.

15 kilometers from the resort area is Varna - the third largest city in Bulgaria, a cultural, financial and commercial center and the largest port. The ancient Black Sea ancient settlement is famous for its museums and exhibitions. The Historical Museum presents the world's oldest gold products made 600 years ago. Museums of Archeology and Renaissance, naval and natural science expositions - a visit to Varna has become a tradition for holidaymakers on the golden beaches of the resort area. Tourists often describe the impressions of visiting Varna in the most enthusiastic terms. A special place among the reviews is the zoo and the Dolphinarium, which is a popular entertainment place for the numerous guests of Varna.

Hotel and rooms: according to the principle of reasonable sufficiency

Among the significant number of offers it is difficult to immediately choose a suitable hotel for all parameters. Varshava Hotel is the most suitable place, where you can conveniently stay and spend an interesting time for rest. A beautiful eleven-storey building, equipped with 3 elevators, is located in the green part of the resort area. The main building was erected in 1960, but was later reconstructed and brought to modern standards of tourist facilities. The second building of the complex took the first holidaymakers in 2008 and provides services at the level of 3 *. There is an internal transition between the buildings. The distance of 350 meters, which separates the main entrance to the hotel from the sea, you can go by road train or walk along the picturesque park avenue.

The complex has 126 double rooms and 14 single rooms. All are equipped with balconies overlooking the sea or the resort area. In the standard suite of rooms (12m ² ) are equipped with:

- sleeping places and places for storing things;

- bath or shower;

- cable or satellite TV;

- the fan;

- Refrigerator;

- by telephone;

- cosmetic set for the bathroom.

In addition, air-conditioned rooms are fitted with sea views. The complex has Internet and Wi-Fi, a conference room, a medical room, massage, fitness, free parking for customers' cars and a shop. For an additional payment, Varshava Hotel 2 * provides laundry services and a safe deposit box. Guest reviews of holidaymakers are accentuated by another hotel service - tourists who have stayed at the hotel for more than 6 days, free transport to the airport is provided upon departure.

Recreation and entertainment: within walking distance

The hotel offers tourists a standard set of entertainment, similar to those that operate on all budget hotels in Bulgaria. 2 stars (according to the hotel "table of ranks") determine the minimum required for guests of the resort. Rectangular swimming pool with children's "paddling pool" and equipped with sun beds and umbrellas rest area. For hotel guests, there is a restaurant and an Internet cafe. Guests can use the gym and table tennis. The billiard hall works on a paid basis.

The restaurant, lobby bar and bar around the pool serve refreshing drinks and a wide range of cocktails. The menu features dishes of European and national Bulgarian cuisine. Organizers of rest do not forget about small lodgers - for the guests with children the section of healthy baby food is presented.

In addition to the shallow pool, children are provided with a children's playground equipped with playground attractions. At the request of the parents, during the absence of adults, children can be provided with a professional nanny provided by the hotel. Availability and good quality of service make family holidays in Bulgaria (the prices for which compete successfully with other destinations) one of the main streams of the tourist flow.

Food: delicious impressions

When buying a tour, the holidaymaker chooses the appropriate food scheme: standard offer Varshava Hotel (VV) or other, broader, service opportunities (HB, AI).

1. BB - included in the price of the room is a continental breakfast (buffet). The designation originated from the English expression Bed and Breakfast - bed and breakfast.
2. HB - half board, meals twice a day (breakfast and dinner).
3. AI - already become a familiar spoiled overseas service to Russian tourists All Inclusive, which includes a full board and additional meals in the form of a second breakfast, snack and snacks. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (mainly local produce) are a pleasant compensation for some increase in the cost of the resort pastime.

A separate section of the menu is dedicated to fans of vegetarianism.

Reviews of holidaymakers give a more complete idea of the level of service at the resort than the dry press releases of travel agencies, in which a voucher is purchased. Golden Sands (Bulgaria has raised this Black Sea region to a high European level of service) are able to satisfy the pretentious tastes of gourmets with an excellent level of local cuisine and quality of drinks.

Beach: the golden necklace of the Black Sea

At the splendor of the beach zone of Golden Sands it is worthwhile to stop separately. Clean air, a coastal line in the green frame of a pine forest and a park zone, beyond the horizon the outflowing water and the high bottomless sky - so meets the incoming sunny beach. Golden Sands (Bulgaria considers them to be the precious gem of their coast), according to one of the legends, received their shine because of the gold once buried here by ruthless pirates who robbed seafarers. Outraged by their cruelty, nature chopped gold bars into the sand and scattered it over the seashore. Apparently, these were significant treasures - the hundred-meter golden coastline of the resort stretched for 3.5 km.

Flowing fine sand, a gentle beach, a warm and clean sea ... Bulgarian beaches belong to the state and there is free access to water anywhere in the coastline. Some coastal areas are rented by businessmen who install sunbeds, umbrellas, bamboo and reed gazebos on the beach - they have to pay a small fee for use. Around the paid beaches there is a place for free recreation, where you can sunbathe and swim without unnecessary financial costs. In general, the democratic nature of the holiday can be called a feature that all those who came to Golden Sands feel. Reviews of tourists indicate that it is possible to have a good rest and have a good time on the coast without much money.

Infrastructure: entertainment around the clock

Along the beach and the coastal line stretches a colorful resort promenade. Open cafes, restaurants, bars, street vendors and musicians - the lively atmosphere of seaside carelessness is best felt in this part of the lively resort town. In the zone of walking distance there are several shopping centers. Bowling, tennis, horse riding, mini-golf will diversify the stay of holidaymakers after they leave the beach. Golden Sands (Bulgaria is famous not only for beaches) offer everyone to plunge into the world of excitement and illusions - visitors are waiting for the open in the coastal zone of the casino.

Not far from Varshava Hotel there is another attraction of the resort - Aquapolis Aquapolis. The International Association of Water and Entertainment Parks has named it one of the most beautiful open water parks in Europe. From the height of the attractions there is a unique view of the resort and the sea surface, merging on the horizon with the sky. For visitors entertainment for every taste is organized - children's and adult pools, an extreme entertainment zone, slides, a shooting range and a small climbing wall. To visit this complex, many tourists spend the whole day, alternating water fun with a visit to the bar and relaxing on the aquapark coastal zone.

On the territory of the resort is a large number of all kinds of attractions and entertainment - carousels, cars, discos, youth parties and a "Ferris wheel", from which magnificent views of the surrounding nature. Daylight is replaced by a cool southern night, when the center of gravity moves from the sea into the depths of entertainment complexes, without which it is impossible to imagine tours to Bulgaria. Golden Sands do not fall asleep during the holiday season - the intoxicating Black Sea air adds additional strength.

Excursions: the frozen history of the world

Rest in Bulgaria is impossible without touching the history and culture of the Balkan state. Each step along the ancient land, remembering the Thracians and the Audris kingdom, the empire of Alexander the Great and the chariots of the Ancient Rome, evokes curiosity and the desire to touch the millennial roots of the hospitable Slavic people. The easiest way to quickly get acquainted with the country is to book an excursion or rent a car yourself, or with the help of Varshava Hotel 2. Bulgaria (Varna is the nearest city) is a small country with interesting places to visit in any of the nearby cities.

Varna is the sea capital of Bulgaria. The distance is 15 km. Archaeologists have established that in the VI century BC. E. On this place was located Odessos - the Greek colony. In our time - a major modern tourist, cultural and historical center. What's worth seeing:

1) The Church of the Assumption of the Virgin is a symbol of the city. The existing temple, considered the most beautiful cult building in Bulgaria, was built at the end of the XIX century. Located at the intersection of the boulevards of Botev and Varnenchik.

2) The sea temple - has Russian roots. It was built on money donated by merchant Nikolai Paraskeva. After falling into a storm, he prayed to St. Nicholas of salvation and promised in the event of getting rid of the danger to erect a temple in his honor. The promise was fulfilled by the merchant and donated 50 thousand rubles for the construction. The temple is located on the street of Prince Boris I.

3) Archaeological monument of the end of the II century - Roman baths.

4) Seaside Park with its Dolphinarium and museums.

5) Aladzha is a rock monastery founded around the 12th century.

6) The residence of Bulgarian kings - travelers from Varshava Hotel 2 * must pass this place. It is on the road from Varna to Golden Sands.

Varna gave shelter to many Russian officers who did not accept the revolution of 1917 and emigrated to Europe. For 7 years (1949-1956) the city bore the name of Stalin, in the year of death of which the Black Sea froze.

Climate and ecology: above the natural park cloudless sky

Hotel "Warsaw" is located in a real ecological paradise. The natural park "Golden Sands" has been declared a national treasure and has been under state protection since 1943. The sea, the beach and the forest enter the protected zone of the reserve and occupy an area of more than 1300 hectares. The park's flora consists of about 500 species, including rare endangered plants. The animal world is amphibians, reptiles and mammals. Birds of prey create 78 species of birds, who feel free to feel in the protected area. The resort has 3 springs of mineral water, originating in the Malma - Valanga layer.

The weather conditions accompanying the comfortable rest, favor the stay at the resort "Golden Sands". Reviews of tourists confirm that during the season the air temperature varies from +20 to +30 ^о С, and the water in some places warms up to +28 ^о С.

Souvenirs: from a holiday

Each trip remains not only in memory, but also takes place on the shelves and coffee tables in the form of souvenirs and memorabilia brought from the next holiday. Do not fall out of this trend and vacation in Bulgaria. Prices for local products are flexible and for the pleasure of tourists a diverse range is offered.

1. Rose oil. The famous Valley of Roses, in which flowers are grown for three centuries. Beware of fakes. Each bottle of this rose oil is sealed and certified. And besides this, with cosmetic creams and soap. Another original, purely Bulgarian souvenir - soap with dried rose petals.
2. Bulgarian wines. Falsification of wines in the country is prosecuted by law, so the quality of drinks is kept at an altitude. In addition, local winemakers have not forgotten about the famous roses and make liqueur from their petals.
3. And again, the "pink" theme. Jam from the petals of roses is surprisingly tender and delicate. This delicacy can not be found in any other country in the world.
4. Cooker masks. Cookers are patrons of fertility, driving away evil spirits. In their honor, an annual festival is held in Bulgaria. Masks are wooden, leather, fur ...
5. National embroidery of the Swedes. Filigree Bulgarian patterns and very delicate work.
6. Products from copper. You can buy artisans on any street. Often a souvenir is made by a master directly in front of the buyer.
7. Ceramics. Products of folk pottery for all occasions - cups, plates, pitchers, glasses. At the request of the customer, memorable inscriptions are placed on the ceramics. Many vacationers order the inscription: "Golden Sands, Bulgaria". The prices for products depend on the size of the product and the place of its purchase.

There are also original attributes of the Martenitsa holiday in the form of amulets, figurines, wicker paintings. The spring celebration of Martenica (in honor of the onset of the first spring day on March 1) has been associated with well-being, happiness and health since ancient times.

Rest always begins and ends the same way: the road

Having become the owner of a paid tour to Bulgaria with accommodation in Varshava Hotel, you can reach the Black Sea coast of Golden Sands in various ways:

1) Air transport. Several air flights to Varna from Moscow airports are regularly performed . The journey time (Domodedovo airport) is 3 hours 25 minutes.

2) Railway transport. In the summer months, non-stop cars Moscow-Varna run daily. The route follows the territory of Belarus, Poland, Slovakia, Romania, Serbia. The journey time is 65 hours.

3) Bus routes. Those who wish can take advantage of one of the many offers of bus operators who have already gained popularity among passengers because of their low cost.

4) Road transport. The possibility to drive a few Eastern European countries attracts a large number of motorists. Such a journey in itself can become an interesting and informative holiday. On arrival in Golden Sands, the problem with parking for a car is solved simply - the hotel "Warsaw" for its customers provides a free parking place in the hotel.