Bulgaria is one of the most unspoiled and most affordable parts of Europe to visit because it often gets overlooked as a tourist destination. But this is a wonderful place for history buffs, foodies, outdoor enthusiasts, and beach bums. Here you’ll find an interesting blend of “old meets new,” friendly locals, delicious wine, and some fun nightlife scenes.
However, one of the best reasons to visit Bulgaria is the beach. Sunny Beach and Varna on the country’s east coast are enduringly popular areas. Sunny Beach is known as the touristy party beach, but the traditional beach towns of Sozopol and Lozenets are worth a visit too. These are some of the top beach hotels in Bulgaria to consider for your next trip to this fascinating region.
Santa Marina Holiday Village, Sozopol
When in Bulgaria, don’t miss the charming town of Sozopol, where a stay at the Santa Marina Holiday Village is a must. It’s right along the coast and surrounded by beautiful sea views and marine life. Guests only need to travel about two miles from the resort to reach the nightlife and restaurant scene in Sozopol. Apollonia, the on-site restaurant, offers fish specialties and Mediterranean dishes, and it’s open year-round. Stop by Marina Beach Bar for a cold drink or one of the pool bars. Beach lovers can spend their days at the Central Beach in Sozopol and King’s Beach, and the Ropotamo River and nature reserves are nearby for bird watching.
Barcelo Royal Beach Hotel
The Barcelo Royal Beach Hotel is a top pick among business and leisure travelers, with modern furnishings and spacious rooms. Deluxe and deluxe sea view rooms are available for a moderate cost, while residential rooms and executive suites are offered for longer and high-end stays. The Chef Buffet Restaurant offers themed breakfast, lunch, and dinner, while Cape Emine Buffet Restaurant offers picturesque views of the gardens and swimming pools. There’s a 1,200-square-meter spa center with a Turkish bath, massage rooms, infrared sauna, and steam bath. In the center of Sunny Beach, you can reach this hotel from Burgas Airport, which is 18 miles away.
Evrika Beach Club Hotel
Another top Bulgarian beach hotel is the Evrika Beach Club, which is located on the northern part of Sunny Beach. There are spacious rooms and apartments here, including ones that offer views of the sea, park, and pool. This is an all-inclusive hotel that has multiple restaurants and bars that serve traditional Bulgarian and European specialties. Entertainment offerings at the hotel include organized sports games, like darts, water volleyball, and air gun shooting, as well as dance shows and sketch comedy shows. There are pool areas designated for both adults and kids at Evrika.
Hotel & Spa Romance Splendid
Another lovely area to visit for beachgoers is around St. Constantine and Elena. Hotel & Spa Romance Splendid is known for its healing mineral springs waters and is a favorite among health and fitness enthusiasts. Just five miles from Varna, this hotel is just steps away from the beach. There are double rooms, single rooms, and apartments available to rent. Enoteca Winery offers wines from the some of the best vineyards in Bulgaria, Spain, and Italy.
Hotel Burgas Beach
Another affordable Sunny Beach resort is Hotel Burgas, which has single rooms, as well as double rooms and apartments for rent. This 19-story building was renovated in 2009 and boasts sleek rooms and suites as well as a swimming pool and on-site restaurant. It’s located about 18 miles north of Burgas and is situated among the dunes of Sunny Beach – a few feet from the beach.
Hotel Hrizantema, Sunny Beach
Travelers to Bulgaria who want to try their luck will enjoy staying at the Hotel Hrizantema, which has a casino on the eastern side of Sunny Beach. There are double rooms, family apartments, and luxury apartments offered here for guests. The beach is five minutes away from this hotel, while a swimming pool is perfect for when you want to cool off. There’s also an on-site restaurant that serves local specialties as well as an optional all-inclusive program that includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
DIT Majestic Beach Resort
DIT Majestic Beach Resort is a four-star hotel that offers guests an on-the-beach experience in its double rooms, studios, and apartments. This is a popular convention spot that offers meeting facilities, four conference halls, and accommodation for up to 400 attendees. There are multiple restaurants and bars that serve Bulgarian, Mediterranean, and European dishes. The hotel’s spa specializes in Turkish baths, massages and Asian-style treatments and rituals as well as Ayurveda and anti-cellulite treatments. In addition to featuring one of the biggest pools in Sunny Beach, there’s a game area with billiards and darts and a children’s area with playgrounds.
Melia Grand Hotel Hermitage
If you’re looking to stay in the Golden Sands area of Bulgaria, consider a stay at the Melia Grand Hotel Hermitage. This is a luxurious hotel that’s situated on a hillside and surrounded by nature. There are spacious rooms in this hotel, all of them offer a balcony with park, pool, or sea views. There are multiple on-site restaurants, outdoor/indoor pools, a luxe spa and kids club for little ones.
