Hotel Meliá Grand Hermitage
Hotel Meliá Grand Hermitage Kod hotelu: VARGRAN Bulgaria \ Golden Sands
An elegant, large hotel belonging to the global chain of Sol Meliá Hotels & Resorts offers excellent accommodation conditions, high quality of services and various attractions for its guests. Perfectly located - close to a sandy beach, right next to a magnificent, lush garden ensuring peace, relaxation, and at the same time one step away from the bustling center of the resort. Particularly noteworthy are the extraordinary treatments at the YHI Spa and the well-equipped conference center. In 2022, the hotel received ITAKA's SAIL for the highest quality of services.
Offer advantages
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5.4
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5.4
99% 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. 200 m from the center of the resort, by a nice, lush, green park that separates the hotel from the seaside boardwalk with many shops, restaurants, bars, pubs and discos; approx. 30 km from the airport in Varna, approx. 130 km from the airport in Burgas; bus stop approx. 200 m from the hotel (3 BGN / Varna).
BEACH:public, separate section for hotel guests, sandy, wide, gently shelving beach, approx. 100 m from the hotel, access through the park via terrace stairs and the seaside boardwalk, free umbrellas and sunbeds (in the period: 01/06-15/09; limited number) ; all inclusive bar.
HOTEL: five-star, elegant, spacious, tastefully decorated, built in 2005, partially renovated in 2008, 2015, 2018, 727 rooms, 1 building, 9 floors, 8 elevators, 24h reception, spacious lobby, restaurants: the main Hermitage - international and Bulgarian cuisine, show-cooking, healthy food available, Al Dente - à la carte, with a terrace, Italian and international cuisine; highchairs for children available in restaurants, vegetarian dishes, The Level Restaurant - only for guests using the The Level option, Paellador Levante, Spanish cuisine, snacks, Italian Panini stand, bars: Lobby Bar Cafe Roma - Italian specialties, snacks, desserts, cakes , drinks, by the pool, beach bar; exchange office, shops: clothing, jewelry; large and well-equipped conference center for 700 people, terrace overlooking the swimming pool and a large, lush garden, free wireless Internet in public areas of the hotel; extra charges: room service, car rental, laundry services, hairdresser; facilities for people with disabilities; credit cards accepted: Visa, MasterCard, American Express.
ROOM:standard:2-person (1 or 2 extra beds for children available), approx. 43 m², comfortable, elegantly and stylishly furnished, air-conditioned, bathroom (bath, shower, 2 washbasins, wc; hairdryer), wireless Internet, satellite TV, telephone, safe, toilet ironing and iron (on request, for 30 minutes), mini-bar (payable according to consumption); free cot for children up to 2 years old on order before arrival; balcony (table and chairs); the possibility of ordering a room for a disabled person; side or frontal sea view at a charge;Level:2-person (1 or 2 extra beds for children available), approx. 43 m², standard room furnishing; amenities: welcome drink and accommodation at the Level reception, meals at the Level restaurant, extended breakfast until 11.00, Level lounge - open bar serving daily soft and alcoholic drinks (2.30-17.00), minibar refilled daily (excluding alcoholic drinks), late check out until 4 p.m. subject to availability, free sauna and steam room at YHI wellness.
SPORT AND ENTERTAINMENT: swimming pool, free-form, fresh water, approx. 576 m², depth 0.6-1.8 m, water slide, renovated at the beginning of 2014, Level swimming pool, irregular shape, fresh water, approx. 100 m², depth 0.5-1.1 m, available only to guests with Level rooms, children's pool, depth 0.5 m, free sunbeds, umbrellas and towels by the pools; indoor pool, free-form, mineral water, approx. 264 m², depth 1.2-1.8 m, jacuzzi; gym, table tennis, pool table, chess; playground for children, rope park, mini club (4-12 years old), mini disco for children, animations for adults: jogging, aerobics, water sports, evening music.
SPA: YHI Spa is located in a tropical garden, designed in the full light of Asian style. The luxurious center offers a highly professional service, using products made exclusively for this exclusive, world-renowned spa chain. The center is equipped with a Finnish sauna, a steam bath and cabins for various face and body cosmetic treatments, massages, and relaxation programs, including extremely relaxing aromatherapy and healing reflexology. YHI Spa therapies go back to the traditions of Southeast Asia and Japan. The latest novelty is the MINI YHI Spa for children - aromatic and relaxing minimassages, face and body treatments with chocolate and bananas, pedicures and manicures, and removable tattoos. YHI Spa treatments for adults and children for a fee.
ALL INCLUSIVE: buffet breakfast (7.30-10.00), buffet lunch (12.30-14.30), buffet dinner (18.00-21.00), in the main Hermitage restaurant; late breakfast (10.00-11.00), pizza and snacks at the Al Dente restaurant (12.00-17.00); paella at Paellador Levante (12.00-15.00), panini at the Italian Panini (11.00-17.00); ice cream in a designated place (10.30-17.00); local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, coffee, tea in a designated place (10.00-23.00) and in the Lobby Bar Cafe Roma (7.30-24.00); drinks and snacks at the beach bar (10.00-17.00, July-August).
CONTACT: 00359/52333222, www.solmelia.com
FREE OF CHARGE:
The hours of serving meals 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, which the hotelier will not have the control of.
* 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. The hotel categorization presented on the website www.itaka.pl and in the travel documents is our subjective assessment of the hotel standard. Half of the star means the category is too high or too low compared to the official 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.