Hotel Excelsior
Hotel Excelsior Kod hotelu: VAREXCE Bulgaria \ Golden Sands
A great place to spend an inexpensive family holiday. A nice swimming pool where adults and children have a great time, animation programs for young and old, a solid standard of the hotel, good service and the location close to the tourist attractions of the resort allow you to spend a carefree and joyful holiday.
Offer advantages
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4.9
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4.9
94% rated good or very good
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Bulgaria — Golden Sands
The most popular tourist region in Bulgaria GOLDEN SANDS is famous for its sandy beaches, which are considered to be the most beautiful in Europe. Thick pine forests cover the picturesque slopes and conceal in themselves numerous mineral springs. The hotels take advantage of the region's natural treasures and offer their guests relaxation and therapeutic treatments in SPA centres.
Description
LOCATION: in GOLDEN SANDS, approx. 300 m from the center of the resort, in the vicinity of a magnificent, lush park, numerous shops, restaurants, bars, pubs, discos nearby; approx. 30 km from the airport in Varna, approx. 130 km from the airport in Burgas; bus stop approx. 250 m from the hotel (approx. 3 BGN / Varna).
BEACH: public, sandy, wide, gently shelving beach, approx. 500 m from the hotel, access via the resort center, access by free hotel bus, umbrellas and sunbeds payable (approx. 40 BGN / 2 sunbeds with mattresses and an umbrella).
HOTEL: four-star, built in 1965, completely renovated in 2021, 201 rooms, 1 building, 6 floors, 2 elevators, 24h reception, lobby, main restaurant - European cuisine and Bulgarian, children's highchairs and menu available, lobby bar, pool bar; exchange office; free wireless Internet; extra charges: safety deposit box at the reception (approx. BGN 6 / day); domestic pets up to 5 kg welcome (at a charge: approx. BGN 20 / day); credit cards accepted: Visa.
ROOM: standard: 2-person (1 or 2 extra beds available), approx. 23 m² (room with 2 extra beds, approx. 29 m²), well-kept, nicely furnished, air-conditioned, bathroom (shower, wc), satellite TV, telephone, mini-bar (on request, payable according to consumption ); free cot for children up to 2 years old on order before arrival; balcony (table and chairs); room with 2 extra beds at an extra charge; deluxe: 2-person (1 or 2 extra beds for children available), approx. 30 m², on the top floor, standard room furnishing, additionally a kettle and coffee / tea set (once); sea view; deluxe room at an extra charge.
SPORT AND ENTERTAINMENT: swimming pool, free-form, fresh water, approx. 320 m², depth 0.2-1.6 m, a circular children's pool integrated with a large pool, fresh water, approx. 18 m², depth 0.6 m, jacuzzi, free umbrellas, sunbeds, mattresses and towels by the pools; table tennis; playground for children, mini-club (4-12 yo), daytime and evening animations for adults and children: aerobics, aqua aerobics, water volleyball, games and activities, evening performances and shows; at a charge: tennis court (approx. BGN 30 / h), volleyball court (approx. BGN 30 / h); external offer (payable): watersports on the beach.
ALL INCLUSIVE: buffet breakfast (7.30-10.00), lunch (12.30-14.30), buffet dinner (18.00-21.00) in the main restaurant; snacks and ice cream at the pool bar (11.00-16.00); local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks in the lobby bar and the pool bar (10.00-22.30); wearing all inclusive bands is required.
CONTACT: 00359/52357114 ,, www.hotel-excelsior.net
- Wi-Fi
- bus to the beach
The hours of serving meals provided in the offer and the functioning of individual elements of the hotel infrastructure may be subject to slight changes due to seasonality, weather conditions, guests' requests or force majeure, over which the hotelier will not have the control. em>
* Information on the official categorization of the hotel can be found in the description of the presented facilities ("Hotel" section) and it is consistent with the categorization used in a given country. Each country uses its own criteria for awarding a specific category.
Local excursions
Balchik - White City — afternoon trip to the town of Balchik called the White City due to the colour of the stone that was once used to erect houses. Visiting the Quiet Nest - the summer residence of the Romanian queen Mary and the botanical garden situated right next to it with 3 thousand species of plants, including 250 species of cacti. Drive and walk around the picturesque cape of Kaliakra, the monumental cliffs where there was an enormous fortress located at the farthest point. Kaliakra, in free translation "wonderful cape", once a great inspiration for artists, today is the most beautiful part of the Bulgarian coast. In the evening, a traditional, rich in wine and Rakia Bulgarian feast combined with a folklore programme and show of "Nestinarka dance” on burning coal. Price - approx. 46 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 23 EUR (includes dinner).
Ancient Nessebar — a trip to the historical Nessebar, scenically located on the peninsula, inscribed onto the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage List. The architecture of the city, one of the oldest in Europe, is considered to be the best-preserved medieval building in the Balkans. Nessebar, called the pearl of the Black Sea and the symbol of the Orthodox civilization, is the biggest attraction of the coast. A walk through the labyrinth of colourful cobblestone streets, visiting for instance the church of St. Stephen and St. Spas, lunch at restaurant, free time. Day trip. Price - approx. 36 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 20 EUR (includes lunch).
Varna - Dolphinarium — a trip to the dolphinarium in Varna combined with a panoramic tour of the city. The programme includes visiting the church of Varna - the second largest sacred building in Bulgaria, and free time in the city centre. An opportunity to admire the show of dolphins in the only Dolphinarium on the Balkan Peninsula. Perfect entertainment for both adults and children. Price - approx. 32 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 22 EUR.
Pirate party — half-day expedition on a pirate ship, especially attractive for children. The crew and equipment of the ship make everyone feel here like a true sea bandit. During the cruise a "battle" with another pirate ship. Lunch with drinks on board. Animation programmes, contests for children and adults with prizes. Price - approx. 33 EUR, children up to 12 years old - 17 EUR (includes: lunch, soft drinks, wine and beer).
Jeep Safari — amazing off-road in the area of Golden Sands Nature Park, to places located in the mountains, away from the resort. The programme includes exciting Jeep racing and air rifle shooting. For amateur photographers there is ample opportunity to take pictures of the beautiful wild scenery. A trip for fans of active leisure, who are not afraid of challenges. The fun is accompanied by magnificent views, and the adventure begins right after shutting the car doors! The programme includes lunch outdoors - barbecues. Price - approx. 35 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 18 EUR (includes: lunch, soft drinks, wine, beer and Rakia).
Istanbul (1 day) — stay in the Turkish metropolis. Night travel by an air-conditioned coach to Istanbul. Breakfast. Panoramic tour of the city: Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Hippodrome, Obelisk, pass through the bridge over the Bosphorus Strait to the Asian part of the city. Lunch, free time. Return to Bulgaria at night. Day trip. Price - approx. 70 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 35 EUR (includes breakfast and lunch; does not include Turkish visa - approx. 25 EUR/person, payable at the border; passport required). Polish guide for a group of at least 10 people. Optional: a visit to the Egyptian Bazaar and the Topkapi Palace - approx. 27 EUR, boat trip on the Bosphorus - approx. 22 EUR, Topkapi Palace and Hagia Sophia - approx. 46 EUR. Optional trips take place when there is a minimum number of participants which is specified by the guide.
Istanbul (2 days) — stay in the Turkish metropolis. Night travel by an air-conditioned coach to Istanbul. Panoramic tour of the city: Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Hippodrome, Obelisk, pass through the bridge over the Bosphorus Strait to the Asian part of the city. Lunch, free time. Accommodation at ***hotel in the centre of the city. On the second day breakfast and free time. Return to Bulgaria at night. Two-day trip. Price - approx. 102 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 51 EUR (includes: lunch, overnight stay and breakfast; does not include Turkish visa - approx. 25 EUR/person, payable at the border; passport required). Polish guide for a group of at least 10 people. Optional: Topkapi Palace - approx. 27 EUR, boat trip on the Bosphorus - approx. 22 EUR, Hagia Sophia - approx. 28 EUR. Optional trips take place when there is a minimum number of participants which is specified by the guide.
Bucharest (2 days) — mysterious Romania, "Little Paris" associated with castles, ghosts, Dracula and the beautiful architecture of the city. The programme includes a panoramic tour of Bucharest, a session in front of the Parliament, one of the largest buildings in the world, visiting the ethnographic complex "Romanian Traditions". Accommodation in the Sinai resort. Resting in the surroundings of mountains and nature. The next day: sightseeing in the city of Bran, and in it Dracula's Castle, Peles Palace and the Orthodox monastery of Sinai. Price - approx. 127 EUR, children up to 12 y.o. - approx. 64 EUR (includes: care of a Polish-speaking guide, dinner and overnight stay on the 1st day, breakfast and lunch on the 2nd day).
Picnic on a yacht — a relaxing holiday on board a yacht. A cruise into the sea, the opportunity to admire the panorama of Golden Sands and Varna, as well as for sunbathing. Lunch with drinks on board of the yacht. Price - approx. 28 EUR, children up to 12 years old - approx. 14 EUR (includes: lunch, soft drinks, beer and wine).
Local excursions are organized by local travel agencies under the conditions fixed by them. It's possible to disorganize trips due to low number of applicants.