In families with children, vacations are usually planned for the summer months. And many parents wonder: where is the best place to go with a little tourist, so that the child can rest and get stronger? Bulgaria is ideal for this purpose. The mild climate, warm sea, developed resort infrastructure - all this will allow you to forget about time and fully enjoy your vacation. Bulgarian hotels for families with children have swimming pools for children, playgrounds, special menu. Animators work here who will not let the child get bored, and for the youngest guests you can invite a nanny. We present to your attention a list of family-oriented hotels.
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Riviera Beach Hotel and SPA, Riviera Holiday Club – All Inclusive 5*
The road to the seashore will hardly take more than a couple of minutes. This exquisite complex was built near Varna, next to the Golden Sands resort. It has its own equipped beach - with sun loungers and umbrellas, as well as a spacious outdoor swimming pool. There is also a spa complex, which also has a swimming pool inside. It can be visited at any time of the year.
The spa center offers a variety of therapeutic and wellness treatments and mud applications. For active guests, there is a tennis court and table tennis table. You can ride a bike or water ski on the sea surface. If you want to explore local attractions on your own, rent a car. There is a restaurant and a cozy bar. There are also many shops nearby where you can buy Bulgarian products. The center of the Golden Sands resort is located within walking distance.
Riviera Beach Hotel and SPA
Golden Sands
Private beach, outdoor pool and spa complex with indoor pool
Fabulous
349 reviews
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Long Beach Hotel & Spa 5*
Located in the village of Shkorpilovtsi, next to one of best beaches Bulgaria. You can reach it in literally a minute. Sun loungers and beach umbrellas are at your disposal here. There is also a windsurfing school. The building is surrounded by a beautiful garden, so you can walk here even in hot weather. There is a spacious outdoor pool and indoor pools with mineral water. A modern spa treatment center is available to guests. In addition to swimming in mineralized water, you will be offered various types of massage. You can visit the bathhouse and hot sauna, and breathe in the healing air in the “salt cave.”
There is also a fitness center that will help you keep your body in shape while on vacation. 2 restaurants and several bars are open. They offer a wide selection of dishes, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks. There is a children's club for children, where experienced teachers will keep them busy with games. You can even bring your favorite cats or dogs here if there is a preliminary agreement with the administration.
Long Beach Hotel & Spa
Shkorpilovtsi
Halls for air and hydromassage, Finnish sauna, steam and Russian baths and salt room
Fabulous
287 reviews
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Sunny Castle Hotel – All Inclusive 4*
Located in Kranevo, it is a popular place among both Bulgarians and tourists. You can swim in the outdoor pool during the warm season. The wellness center invites those wishing to undergo procedures. At the spa center you can steam in the sauna and visit the hammam. The fitness center will give your muscles an optimal workout, and if you want a relaxing massage session, you will be referred to an experienced massage therapist. The hotel has a restaurant, and a variety of drinks can be sampled at the bar.
The younger generation will be happy to visit the playground equipped for games, and the fair sex will enjoy the beauty salon. You can rent a car or bicycle, or order a taxi to the airport. Buy souvenirs in kiosks and shops to remember Bulgaria.
Sunny Castle Hotel - All Inclusive
Seasonal outdoor pool, restaurant, bar
Fabulous
232 reviews
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Apolonia Resort 4*
Located in the city of Sozopol, next to the beach. Nearby there are historical sights and an amphitheater. Guests can swim in the outdoor pool, relax in the garden, and sunbathe on the equipped terrace. There is a massage room. You can play billiards or table tennis. Rent a car and travel along the roads of Bulgaria, or contact a travel agency to have professional guides conduct the excursion. In the restaurant, guests choose dishes according to the menu. For your convenience, dry cleaning is available, and you can also iron your clothes. There are nannies on staff for small children.
Sozopol
Outdoor pool, restaurant, self-catering
Fabulous
459 reviews
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Premier Fort Club Hotel – Full Board 4*
It is located right next to the sea and there is a famous water park nearby. There are 3 restaurants open for vacationers, offering dishes of local Bulgarian and European cuisine. You can eat either buffet style or by ordering your favorite dishes according to the menu. The bar serves alcoholic drinks and non-alcoholic cocktails.
There are 2 large swimming pools and a children's playground. Also, the hotel staff regularly organizes numerous entertainment programs for young guests and their parents. Fans of an active lifestyle can take their racket to the tennis court. And those who like to take care of themselves should visit a beauty salon.
Premier Fort Club Hotel - Full Board
Sunny Beach
2 outdoor swimming pools, children's playground
Fabulous
549 reviews
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Royal Bay Aparthotel 4*
Luxurious hotel with a convenient location. It is located on the first coastline. Fully ready to receive families even with the smallest children. In the restaurant you will be offered to taste dishes of national and Mediterranean cuisines; if desired, the order will be brought to your room. You can sunbathe not only on the beach, but also on the terrace. And walking in the magnificently designed garden will bring you a lot of pleasure. The outdoor pool is a pleasure to swim in any weather. It also has a children's section. There is a fitness center and experienced massage therapists offer their services.
There is a laundry and ironing room. You can rent a car for independent trips. You can come here with your cats and dogs, if you agree with the hotel administration in advance.
Royal Bay Aparthotel
The location of this option is one of the best in Kavarna!
Fabulous
584 reviews
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Premier Fort Beach Hotel 4*
This is truly a luxury hotel. It is located near the Sunny Beach resort, on the first beach line. The location is very convenient. On the one hand, vacationers are not disturbed by the noise of a large resort, on the other hand, it is easy to get to the city with its developed infrastructure. There is also a yacht parking nearby, which will allow you to take boat trips at any time. Vacationers have 2 large swimming pools for adults (there is even a slide), and a pool for children. There are 3 restaurants: one in a buffet format, the others serve guests according to the menu.
There is a beauty salon, a hairdresser, a manicurist, and a massage therapist are waiting for you. There is a shop on site and a travel agency. Well-equipped sports grounds await vacationers, and children's playgrounds await children. The animation team will not let the younger generation get bored. You won’t have to worry about your clothes either - if necessary, you can take them to the laundry or iron them. From here it is easy to get to all the coastal resorts and get to know the main attractions of Bulgaria. The clear sea and mild climate of this country will make your holiday truly wonderful.
Premier Fort Beach Hotel
Sveti Vlas
Outdoor pool, restaurant and wellness center
Fabulous
512 reviews
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Premier Fort Cuisine - Full Board 4*
Belongs to the Sunny Beach resort, built on the first beach line. When staying here, you should choose the all-inclusive tour option. In this case, meals will be served to you in a buffet format. If you wish, you can visit a restaurant where guests are served according to the menu. You will be treated to signature dishes that change every day. You will also be able to get acquainted with the national cuisine of Bulgaria and taste the delicacies that European residents love.
Next to the pool there is a bar serving fruit cocktails. There is a private garden and a spacious terrace where you can sunbathe. The younger generation will appreciate the children's pool and play area. Adult vacationers can visit health and spa centers, where there is even a hammam. Buy souvenirs at kiosks or shops. Vacationers will also be offered numerous excursions and trips on the sea on a yacht. There is an opportunity to play tennis or table tennis, or play darts.
Premier Fort Cuisine - Full Board
Sunny Beach
Children's pool and play area
Fabulous
765 reviews
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Sol Nessebar Bay Resort & Aquapark - All inclusive 4*
Located next to a sandy beach, the journey to which will take 5-6 minutes. You can swim in one of the pools - outdoor or indoor. Or visit the water park, and it’s free - the cost of visiting is included in the price of the tour - if you choose the all-inclusive tour option. The water park has various slides and pools, as well as the Fast River attraction.
After a ride along this fast-moving “river”, you will find yourself in a swimming pool located next to the beach. By the way, you can sunbathe not only on the seashore, but also on specially designated terraces where sun loungers and umbrellas are installed. There is a spa salon where you will be offered numerous water and beauty treatments, as well as order various types of massages. Visiting the fitness center will help you stay in shape.
As for food, the choice here is very wide. The hotel has opened its doors to 6 restaurants, whose chefs will be able to make all your wishes come true. The assortment includes dishes national cuisine, as well as Spanish, Italian and even Japanese. There is also a “Beer Garden” and a beach bar, where adults and children are offered signature cocktails and other refreshing drinks. And also delicious sandwiches. Young guests enjoy spending time in the children's club. The hotel staff also organizes a variety of activities for adults every day. Do you prefer quiet games? Billiards and darts are available. You can play tennis, volleyball, basketball, rent a bicycle or take a ball to the football field.
Sol Nessebar Bay Resort& Aquapark
Water park with 5 water slides and pools included in all inclusive
Fabulous
45 reviews
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Crown Fort Club 4*
Here you can not only relax, but also improve your health. It is surrounded by a pine forest, and the smell of sun-warmed pine trees, combined with a fresh sea breeze, has a beneficial effect on the respiratory system. Located on the first beach line. A viewing bridge is available to tourists. When you climb it, you will take wonderful photographs. There are shops where you can buy both souvenirs and food products you like. Tennis fans will appreciate the beautiful court, and those who prefer football will appreciate the well-maintained football field. Basketball, volleyball, badminton, mini-golf and table tennis - those who like these sports will always find partners to play with. You can also swim in outdoor pools - there are 4 of them.
There is a sauna, a fitness center, and a gym is open. Car or bicycle rentals are available for those wishing to explore the surrounding area. Representatives of the fair sex will not fail to visit the beauty salon and hairdresser. Of course, children have not been forgotten here either. There is a special children's pool, a playground and a room equipped for children's games. There is also a garden for young holidaymakers.
Aparthotel Crown Fort Club
Sveti Vlas
An exceptional combination of sea and fresh mountain air
Fabulous
Those parents who are weighing the arguments for and against holidays with young children or teenagers should cast aside their doubts. This small Balkan country is like no other in Eastern Europe suitable for young tourists. Experienced travelers name several factors in favor of children's holidays at most Bulgarian resorts:
- mild climate, implying the absence of too hot weather;
- short – no more than 3 hours 40 minutes from Moscow to international airports Bulgaria;
- with clean and almost always soft sand;
- a large number of health camps for independent recreation of children;
- a variety of fun attractions in Bulgarian aqua and amusement parks;
- performances with graceful sea animals in four dolphinariums in the country;
- special menu for young tourists in some hotels;
- natural parks located next to many resorts, which has a beneficial effect on air purity;
- the opportunity to find an inexpensive holiday option with young tourists;
- large selection of accommodation: from luxury hotels to;
- some local dishes are quite suitable for baby food;
- the sea off the coast is often shallow and the slope is gentle.
Varna
Parents looking for a resort with a wide range of children's activities, will certainly be crowded. Of the six local sandy beaches, primarily Central, Bunite and South are suitable for young holidaymakers. They are equipped with several playgrounds. An important advantage is the gentle descent into coastal waters. Not far from the Central Beach there are the “domains” of the Primorsky Park, where young tourists can enjoy dozens of different entertainments:
- "Festa"– this is the unpretentious name of the dolphinarium, hinting at a festive atmosphere, where five smart dolphins take part in a 40-minute performance. Shows are performed 1–4 times daily – less often in winter, more often in summer. Visiting the establishment is not free - from 10 to 20 leva, depending on the specific date. This price is set for young guests under 12 years of age. Those who are two years old and younger visit the dolphinarium for free. For guests over 12, a visit will cost 15–25 leva.
- The zoo is not very large. But children with sincere interest spend a long time looking at the timid kangaroos, calm tigers, cautious roe deer, fussy penguins, silent pelicans and other birds and animals that live there. Anyone can ride the cute ponies waiting for riders at the doors of the zoo.
- Oceanarium, is more likely to disappoint young visitors than delight them. There are only a few small aquariums and no exotic fish.
- IN Astronomical complex It is worth visiting the planetarium, where young visitors enjoy imaginary space travel and learn about the structure of stellar and planetary systems.
- To the halls Naval Museum Most often, inquisitive teenagers try to get in. There are many interesting exhibits inside and in front of the establishment. First of all, young visitors look at the cannons, anchors, sailors' uniforms, a torpedo boat and a well-preserved helicopter.
During the warm months in Seaside Park Children have fun on several well-equipped playgrounds. Teenagers enjoy riding skateboards, rented bicycles or roller skates. There are enough paths and tracks for everyone here. Kids don't miss the pleasant opportunity to ride on an unusual bus, which is shaped like a small steam locomotive.
IN Grand Mall And Varna – two large shopping complexes in the city– doors are open for young guests Kids Planet And Kids Play – children's centers, where you can play in the company of peers and try sweets in cozy cafes. will certainly suit parents who are looking for hotels with entertainment for young tourists: animation, restaurant menus, a swimming pool, attractions and playgrounds. Of the Varna hotels, ten establishments best meet these requirements:
- Three Dolphins;
- Atlanta;
- Sveta Elena;
- Graffiti Gallery;
- Splendid;
- London;
- Preslav;
- Azalia;
- Capitol;
- ChernoMore.
Albena
In 1969, a modern hotel complex appeared 32 kilometers from the picturesque town. Now it is one of the most popular Bulgarian resorts for young tourists. First of all, this place is famous for its 5-kilometer sandy beach., the width of which in some areas reaches 150 m. An equally important circumstance for children's recreation is almost always considered calm sea. It is quite shallow here - tourists feel the depth only at a distance of 100 meters from the shore.
There is a free library on the beach, which is considered a new trend in Bulgarian resorts. Here you can find children's books in Russian. Neighborhood of "Baltal" - a large natural park- another advantage Thanks to this, the air here is almost always clean and fresh. The resort area is closed, so access to it is only possible if vacationers are staying at local hotels.
Doors are open for young tourists "Brigantines" - health camp, in which children not only have a varied and fun holiday without their parents, but also undergo certain medical procedures. Among the resort hotels, several worthy establishments stand out, where there is everything that young travelers need for a pleasant pastime:
- Boryana;
- Flamingo Grand;
- Dobrotitsa;
- Nona;
- Flamingo;
- Kaliopa;
- Malibu;
- Laguna Garden.
Children who are under 14 years old have certain benefits at the resort - they are given a significant discount when staying in local hotels. For those young tourists who cannot imagine a holiday without attractions and water slides, two small water parks are open in Laguna Garden and Flamingo Grand.
The restaurants of all these hotels offer milk porridges, fresh juices, soft pancakes and other inexpensive children's menu items. Hotels have more than 20 well-equipped playgrounds for children. The resort is famous for its song and dance festivals for children, which are held in the summer. First of all, these are “Friends of Bulgaria” and “Stars of Albena”.
Duni
Next to the Strandzha mountain range there is another hotel complex. It is only 39 kilometers away from compact Duni. The resort is a modern complex of five luxury hotels . Each of them is suitable for families with children, but most often tourists choose Holiday Village and Marina Royal Palace - respectively, a four- and five-star hotel.
Holidays in Duni are much more expensive than in , but this is compensated by highly professional service, excellent animation for children, as well as delicious dishes from all-inclusive restaurants. For young guests they provide a special menu and separate tables. Vacationers from all five hotels have fun on the slides and pools of a small water park.
The five-kilometer beach is covered with delicate golden sand. Thanks to the smooth descent, children easily enter the warm sea. Security guards are responsible for the safety of vacationers. They do not allow strangers into the complex. A fairly long breakwater prevents the sea from getting rough, which is also important for the safety of vacationers, especially children.
Golden Sands
The vast territory of the natural park begins 18 kilometers away. Here are also - one of the most famous seaside resorts in the country. It attracts numerous vacationers with its 3.5-kilometer strip of sandy beaches. Their width in some places reaches 100 m. The resort is quite noisy and crowded, so it is worth coming here for those parents who are vacationing with 12-16 year old children. Several slides and swings are equipped on the coast. Typically, such sites belong to certain hotels. The descent into the sea here is not always smooth, especially when compared with.
For high school students, the resort has two major centers rest: “Serdiki” and “Tserevets”. also became famous thanks to "Aquapolis" - a modern water park with 5 slides of varying difficulty, two spacious swimming pools, 2 relatively inexpensive restaurants and 2 stylish bars. Depending on the height of young visitors, entry tickets They cost from 12–16 to 24–33 leva. Among local hotels, several establishments are most suitable for young guests:
- Astera ;
- The Captain;
- Slavey;
- Devora;
- Horizont ;
- Grifid Arabella;
- Berlin Golden Beach;
- Lotos;
- Prestige.
Sunny Beach
In 1959, a new resort complex was built 35.6 km away. Now with its 8 km sandy beach - one of the most popular holiday destinations in Bulgaria. The sea here is calm, lacks large waves and has a smooth descent. All this turns the resort into a place suitable for a pleasant pastime with young children.
When choosing hotels, parents should take into account that the central sections of the beach are more suitable for those who love fun from early morning until night, noisy discos and evenings in stylish bars. The south of the coast is full of old inexpensive hotels. Some of them have been reconstructed. Modern, rather expensive hotels have sprung up in the North. But “Zora” is also located here, a quiet area with cheap housing. These can be either mini-hotels or guest houses. Proximity Stara Planina– low mountains – transforms the natural landscape into a picturesque and pleasing to the eye.
Of the numerous hotels in the resort, 25 hotels of different categories are suitable for families with children. They have small swimming pools, playrooms or playgrounds for young tourists, offer fun animation and a separate menu in hotel restaurants. Experienced travelers highlight several hotels, most suitable for parents and young tourists:
- Barcelo Royal Beach;
- Sun City ;
- Chrysanthemum;
- Iberostar;
- Kotva;
- Tiara Beach;
- Romantic;
- Hotel Laguna Park;
- Evrica Beach;
- Grand Victoria;
In “Kotva”, “Eureka”, as well as in “Kuban” - more expensive hotel, located in a noisy area, there are mini-water parks. Young tourists prefer to have fun in Action. This large water park offers nine extreme slides for adults and teenagers. Kids have fun in the Kids Pool, a swimming pool specially equipped for them. There are also four slides built here for the whole family to enjoy.
You can have a snack or a hearty lunch at four. Children enjoy visiting the interactive mini-zoo located on the territory of the water park. In it, they enthusiastically “communicate” with goats, piglets, Canadian geese and watch cautious ostriches and proud peacocks. To visit Action you need to purchase a ticket from 14–19 to 28–39 leva.
The resort is open for fans of fun rides Sunny Beach – a small amusement park. In it, children have fun in a shooting gallery, a panic room, as well as on carousels, roller coasters and a race track. If desired, young vacationers can take a ride along the long embankment on a small train.
Nessebar
Only six kilometers separate from. A feature of the cozy resort is the division of the city into two very different parts - old and new. In general, there are not many hotels here that will suit parents vacationing with young children. For those looking for comfortable rooms in modern hotels, the New City is suitable. The cost of living here is noticeably lower than in the historical quarters located on the peninsula.
The disadvantage of the Old Town is that its beaches are mostly covered with shells different sizes. This will not suit parents who are concerned about finding comfortable conditions for their children to spend time. It is considered the most suitable for young tourists South Beach. Its sandy strip stretches for almost two kilometers. Of those hotels that are located in both the Old and New Towns, parents of young travelers choose several of the best established establishments:
- Sol Nessebar Mare;
- Royal Family;
- Italia;
- Aphrodite Beach;
- Marieta Palace;
- Andonov;
Young guests of the city enjoy walking with their parents along the quiet streets historical center. The city has open doors for them. Aqua Paradise - a large water park. Here guests have fun on 12 extreme, family and children's slides. The five pools are always crowded with swimmers of all ages. Visitors should note that the cost of food and drinks in the five bars is quite high. For each young guest, a visit to the water park will cost from 14–19 to 28–38 leva.
Pomorie
For tourists who frequently vacation in Bulgaria, well known O . The reservoir is rich in salts and healing mud. Here, on the shores of the lake and the Black Sea, is a small Bulgarian resort. People come here primarily for mud therapy. The resort became famous for its 7-kilometer embankment, covered with dark, and in some places even black sand. This unusual color is explained by the presence of a large amount of iron in it. Thanks to this, as well as the presence of other minerals, sand has healing properties.
There is not much children's entertainment at the resort when compared with and some other coastal cities. Here you can ride a funny little train, play in the sand, swim in the sea near the shore, although the entrance to it is not always flat. In summer the city operates Sunset is a fairly large water park with 4 difficult, 9 medium and 19 easy slides. for both adults and children much cheaper than at many other resorts, especially at and. The kids enjoy visiting Zakharo, a cozy confectionery shop.
Hotels here are also cheaper than in other famous resorts in the country. Many vacationers choose the old part of the city, although there is no such noticeable difference from the new one as in. Accommodation is suitable for children in a number of local hotels that offer special services for them:
- Zeus;
- Grand Hotel Pomorie;
- Marina;
- Sunset;
- Paros;
- Via Pontica.
In general, the resort will suit those parents who vacation with young children and high school students who need mud therapy in local balneological centers. An important advantage of the sea is the large number of breakwaters, which prevents the formation of high waves.
Sozopol
For parents actively seeking inexpensive holiday and a calm environment is quite suitable. The compact city is also divided into two very different parts - old and new - between which lie the “domains” of a picturesque park. The resort is known for 2 clean sandy beaches: South and Central. More suitable conditions for young holidaymakers are on the second of them. Teenagers play volleyball, and children have fun on several special grounds.
Not all local hotels offer services for minor tourists. Experts recommend rooms in eight establishments:
- Coral ;
- Selena;
- Martinez ;
Holidays with children are especially popular among tourists in Bulgaria. The country's resorts have created the necessary infrastructure and conditions for a comfortable stay with small children.
The mild climate, sandy beaches, fresh air and excellent service, all this attracts tourists to the country. One of the advantages is the gentle slope to the sea, which is great for family vacation with kids. In addition, on the territory of Bulgaria there is a fairly large number of children’s camps in which comfortable conditions have been created, high level education and service.
Many hotels provide animator and babysitting services for small children. There are also various attractions, playgrounds and swimming pools for the little ones. In addition, fresh air has a beneficial effect on children's health.
Sozopol
The ancient town of Sozopol is an attractive destination for those who love a varied holiday. Here, almost throughout the entire city, you can get complete wellness and a variety of spa treatments. The resort is a center of mixed tourism, as here you can relax and at the same time get acquainted with various historical events and architectural monuments. The place is an excellent resort area for tourists of any category. The advantage is the opportunity to get both budget holiday, as well as to be located in good hotel. Among the attractions stands out Archaeological Museum, which will introduce children to the ancient culture of the Black Sea.
Kranevo
Kranevo is a coastal village, which is considered one of the best resorts for families with children on the Bulgarian Black Sea coast. This place is aimed at a family-type summer vacation. Kranevo can also provide all conditions for water sports. The resort can provide not only a beach or family vacation, but also an entertainment one. A separate type of services provided is the possibility of treatment. The infrastructure here is very developed, so you can get a good rest. A beach holiday can be suitable even for families with small children, since the beach areas are equipped with a full-fledged entertainment and children's infrastructure.
Sunny Beach
sunny Beach located not far from Burgas. This place is one of the most famous resorts in Bulgaria on the Black Sea. Among the advantages resort area– a large number of water attractions and children's infrastructure. At the same time, there are all the necessary tourist attractions for the city to be a developed tourist area. All conditions for a complete family holiday are created here. There are all possibilities for any type of holiday, including various spa treatments. This resort is very popular among lovers of entertainment tourism, which is combined with a beach holiday.
Albena
Albena is a coastal resort village located north of Varna. The area surrounding the resort has a lot of historical architectural monuments. It is possible to spend a lot of time here relaxing holiday, so there are even simple vacationers here who relax on the numerous beaches of the resort area. There is also the opportunity to spend a family holiday on the territory of large hotel complexes. The city has a very large number of health centers, which allows you to enjoy your health along with your vacation. The village itself has conditions for children of any age to spend time.
Golden Sands
Golden Sands is one of the most popular resorts Black Sea coast Bulgaria. This resort has many historical attractions, including religious ones. If necessary, it is possible to get any kind of rest, since the city is very developed. In recent years, such a direction of tourism as family vacations has begun to develop, so many couples with children vacation here. There are a lot of comfortable hotel complexes, as well as various entertainment establishments located here. The city is a small and calm resort that will introduce you to the history of the region and allow you to relax in a comfortable environment.
Pomorie
Pomorie is one of the most developed and largest resorts on the Black Sea on the Bulgarian coast. The family tourism services sector is very developed here. Now the resort is a calm tourist area, which is not only environmentally friendly, but can also provide an opportunity to relax in a quiet environment. Most tourists come here precisely to spend most of their time in silence after relaxing in the surrounding area. This place is perfect for couples with small children. The advantage of the resort is the large bay, which is fenced off by a spit. This allows you to avoid big waves, which attracts tourists with children here. Balchik
Balchik is a Black Sea resort, which is located fifty kilometers from Varna. Near the city there are several sanatorium-resort areas that provide vacationers with spa treatments of various types. Balchik is one of the largest tourist centers for family holidays on the Black Sea. This coastal village is one of the most popular destinations for beach holidays and family fun. There is quite a lot of entertainment infrastructure here. The coast near the city is famous for its children's entertainment centers.
When parents want to give their child an unforgettable and useful rest at a foreign resort, they have to carefully weigh the pros and cons, since the flight can be quite expensive or take too long. However, if as such sunny resort If you take Bulgaria, all these problems will certainly not affect you, but you will, without a doubt, get a lot of positive emotions from such a joint trip.
The main advantages of holidays with children in Bulgaria
Unlike Turkey and Egypt, which are in unprecedented demand among tourists from Russia, Bulgarian resorts are much closer, offering no less interesting conditions for family holidays and a lot of additional advantages:
Favorable weather– soft climatic conditions on the Bulgarian coast they will save you and your baby from problems with acclimatization, because even in summer the air here rarely warms up to more than 30 degrees. Here you will not encounter exotic insects, and the unbearable heat will not spoil your long-awaited trip.
Friendly local people– Bulgarians have always been distinguished by their good nature, friendliness and willingness to help even a stranger, so when you find yourself in this country, you will be pleasantly surprised by the warm welcome. Families with children who come on holiday to Bulgaria always try to return to this amazing warm country also for the sake of the local flavor.
Special attitude towards children– all Bulgarian supermarkets and most public institutions are equipped with special booths for changing diapers. The local population respects mothers and their babies. Everywhere you can find children's playgrounds and special playrooms in cafes or restaurants.
No language barrier– the majority of the Bulgarian population speaks excellent Russian, which can be a really important aspect for many tourists from the CIS countries. In addition, English is also highly respected here.
Quality food– traditional Bulgarian cuisine has a lot in common with the dishes we are familiar with, so your baby will not be capricious when trying another new dish. You can keep the exotic menu for yourself, and it will be easier for your child to adapt to the trip with his favorite foods.
Affordable prices– a holiday in Bulgaria can cost you a very modest amount compared to other foreign resorts, since everything here costs an order of magnitude cheaper, which does not in any way affect the quality of goods. Even the road to the Bulgarian state will please you with its cost.
When is the best time to go on holiday to Bulgaria with children?
If you have chosen Bulgaria for a family holiday with children, you should definitely know that the peak tourist season at the local resorts it begins in mid-summer and lasts until the end of August. However, even in autumn, or more precisely in September, the warm sun still creates optimal conditions for a beach holiday. You should travel to Bulgaria with small children precisely at a time when the water in the sea has already warmed up enough, but the sun no longer burns with its gentle rays. Rose bushes and vineyards will add a special charm to such a trip.
Types of recreation for big and small
Bulgaria for adults
Colorful Bulgaria can pleasantly surprise its guests with an abundance of entertainment for adult tourists who come here to relax with children. Most hotels provide babysitting services and children's rooms, so you will definitely have the opportunity to leave your beloved child for a while to get to know the local culture better and find entertainment of your own interests:
Rich excursion program – if you want to learn the most interesting things about the history of the Bulgarian people and admire the local architecture, you should definitely visit a couple of popular museums, as well as famous temples and cultural buildings.
Wine tourism– Bulgaria’s fertile soil creates excellent conditions for growing luxurious vineyards, which is why tourists are attracted by local wine cellars and themed events. Bulgarians certainly know a lot about this.
Beach holiday– clean, well-groomed beaches tirelessly delight guests of Bulgarian resorts. In addition, in addition to sunbathing and swimming in the sea, those who wish can always indulge in active sports entertainment, ride a boat or explore the underwater beauty with scuba diving.
SPA centers– thermal springs in Bulgaria provide an excellent opportunity for tourists to forget about all worldly worries and truly relax. Here you can find a range of health or beauty treatments to suit every taste.
Why is Bulgaria attractive for children?
To ensure that the younger generation does not sit idle in the rooms of hotel complexes, you can give them the opportunity to enjoy a variety of entertainment:
Water parks– colorful water slides of different shapes and sizes, children’s pools and special playgrounds will definitely interest your baby. If he enjoys such water activities, local animators and other staff members will take care of his safety.
Dolphinariums– a truly unforgettable experience and exceptionally positive emotions for children are brought to them by colorful performances performed by dolphins, fur seals and other sea creatures. If you wish, you can even swim with such stars and take a couple of photos.
Excursion programs– to make your child’s trip to Bulgaria memorable not only for the swimming pools and beaches, you can go with him on an educational tour of local attractions. Bulgarian guides will make such an event truly exciting.
Resorts in Bulgaria for families with children - where is better, which resort to choose?
Typically, married couples with children come to Golden Sands, Sunny Beach, Albena and Nessebar, since it is in these resorts that the hotel complexes best meet all the requirements and preferences of such tourists. There are luxurious sandy beaches everywhere with free entry. Children will be happy to splash in the sea and enjoy building sand castles in the company of their new friends.
When choosing a hotel for a family holiday in Bulgarian resorts, you should pay attention to its location in relation to the sea. An ideal option for holidays with children would be hotel complexes located on the first line: in Nessebar and in the city of Primorsko.
Resorts in Bulgaria are very diverse and offer many varied holiday options. To understand where it is better to relax in Bulgaria, you need to consider several points:
- Who are you traveling with? Some resorts are suitable for a family holiday with children, while others are suitable for a cheerful group of young people.
- The preferred direction of vacation is beach, excursion or recreational. There are resorts in all of the listed areas in Bulgaria.
- What month is the vacation planned for?
- Budget for the trip. This point is put last, since almost any resort has different price offers. However, there are a number of resorts that generally have higher or lower prices than others.
Let's consider which resorts in Bulgaria are suitable for holidays with children and which for youth, where to go for excursions and where to go for medical procedures, which resort is better to choose in June, July, August, September, and where the prices are lowest.
Resorts for families with children
For comfortable rest With children, ideal cleanliness of water and sand, a smooth descent into the water without changes, a calm sea, and fine sand are important. For some, it is important to have animators, teachers, children's playgrounds where you can leave your child for a while, and various entertainment for children. If a child eats only home-cooked food, it is important to have apart-hotels at the resort where you can cook on your own. If the child is older and there are no problems with food, many parents prefer all inclusive.
Where is the best place to relax with a child in Bulgaria:
Albena. One of the most popular children's resorts in Bulgaria. The sea and beach are environmentally friendly, which is confirmed by the Blue Flag of the Environmental Education Foundation. Here sand beach, the purest white-golden sand. Albena has a lot of entertainment for children: there is an amusement park for kids, an autodrome, a mini-railroad, children's slot machines. There is a kindergarten and children's clubs. Older children will be interested in pedalos, go-karting, mini-golf, archery, and horse riding.
Elenite. This club complex with its own beach, so prices are a little higher. The complex operates on the All inclusive system. There are 2 children's clubs and equipped playgrounds on the territory.
Dunes. Calm and cozy place. It is located in the heart of the bay, so the sea here is very calm, with clear turquoise water. Prices are about the same as in Elenite.
Review . This is a small resort village. The beaches of Obzor are quite spacious even during peak season. There are sections of the beach with gentle shallows where it is convenient to swim with children. The beach is covered with fine golden sand. Prices in Obzor are generally 2-3 times lower than in large popular resorts.
Pomorie. There is a flat terrain and shallow sea, so Pomorie is suitable for a holiday with a small child. Prices in the city are low. You can also undergo medical procedures here.
Youth resorts
Clubs, discos, cafes, restaurants and other entertainment are abundant at the following resorts:
Golden Sands Life here never stops. In addition to clubs, bars, cafes, the resort has many opportunities for active recreation. Also throughout the tourist season, events are held: beauty contests, competitions, concerts of famous performers and much more.
Sunny Beach. Most large resort in Bulgaria - there are about 800 hotels. There are also more than 250 restaurants, many cafes, bars, casinos, and cinemas in the city. Concerts, fashion shows, and beauty contests take place here. If you are choosing where to relax in Bulgaria with a fun group, choose this resort - you won’t go wrong. Even the most experienced nightlife lovers will not get bored in Sunny Beach.
Excursion holidays
If in addition to the sea and the beach you want to see historical monuments, it is worth going to Sozopol or Nessebar. And also go on an excursion to Balchik.
Sozopol is the most ancient city on the territory of modern Bulgaria. It was founded in the 4th-3rd millennium BC. e. This is a small picturesque town with old houses. Sozopol is very loved by artists, writers and simply romantics.
Nessebar (Nessebar). The ruins of ancient towers and temples have been preserved on the territory of the city. There are also 7 beautiful ancient churches, each of which is an architectural monument and deserves special attention. By some estimates, it has the highest number of churches per capita in the world. The city is included in the UNESCO list of cultural monuments.
Balchik is interesting primarily for its Botanical Garden and the residence of Queen Mary. The garden contains about 200 tree species, many types of flowers - more than 3,000 exotic plants in total. The palace complex is a unique phenomenon: the park is an imitation of the Cretan labyrinth, and the church located here was originally located on the island of Crete and was moved to the park stone by stone. The Garden of Allah deserves special attention, where the Silver Well is located, alleys lined with millstones; African clay jugs from Morocco.
Where in Bulgaria can you relax and improve your health?
Bulgaria is famous balneological resorts, where you can heal, get in shape, relieve stress and fatigue. Velingrad is considered one of the best climatic resorts Bulgaria. It is located at an altitude of 750–850 m above sea level, surrounded by dense forest. There are more than 70 thermal water sources here.
Indications for treatment: diseases of the respiratory system, digestion, metabolism, cholelithiasis and urolithiasis, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, peripheral nervous system, gynecological diseases.
Devin. Located at an altitude of 710 m above sea level.
Indications for treatment: diseases of the musculoskeletal system, nervous system, reproductive system and skin diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, liver and biliary tract diseases, renal-urological and metabolic-endocrine diseases, diseases of the respiratory system.
Hisar. Located at the foot of mountain range, among gardens and parks. There are 22 mineral springs here. Water is colorless and odorless, with a pleasant taste.
Indications for treatment: diseases of the kidneys, bladder, urinary tract, chronic prostatitis, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and hepatobiliary system, metabolic disorders, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, neurological diseases, gynecological diseases, vascular diseases, skin diseases, chronic stomatitis, upper respiratory tract diseases.
Sandanski. Located on the southern slopes of the Pirin mountain range (224 m above sea level), on the banks of the Sandanski Bistrica River. Local mineral water– colorless and odorless, have a pleasant taste. Due to the absence of allergens, clean air and special climate, the resort is optimal for the prevention and treatment of upper respiratory tract diseases and bronchial asthma.
Indications for treatment: chronic nonspecific lung diseases in children and adults, diseases of the musculoskeletal system, diseases of the peripheral nervous system, skin allergic diseases, diseases of the urinary system, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, liver and biliary tract, slowly healing bone fractures, obesity .
Stara Zagora. Located at an altitude of 360 m from sea level. Besides mineral springs and healing climate, the city is famous for its large park, in which trees grow from different parts of the world.
Indications for treatment: diseases of the musculoskeletal system, diseases of the peripheral nervous system, gynecological diseases, kidney diseases and urological diseases, respiratory diseases.
Where to relax inexpensively?
You can relax on a minimal budget in the resorts of Primorsko, Obzor and Pomorie.
Primorsko is a relatively new resort that has not yet gained much popularity. There is picturesque nature and clean air here, and there are more sunny days a year than in many other resorts. Since there are not many tourists here yet, prices are quite low.
Obzor is a small and cozy resort village. There are many Bulgarians and foreigners among vacationers here. There are many restaurants serving national cuisine, the prices of which are 2-3 times lower than in popular resorts.
Pomorie. The city has many small cozy hotels, family boarding houses and hospitals where you can inexpensively relax and improve your health.
How to choose a resort according to the season?
The beach season in Bulgaria lasts from June to the end of September. However, in the first half of June and in the second half of September the sea can be cold. Therefore, at the beginning and end of the season, it is better to choose the southernmost resorts - there the sea heats up faster and cools down longer. At the beginning of June, a good choice would be Nessebar, where the sea is quite shallow and warms up quickly. In September you can go to Duny, Sunny Beach, Primorsko. In July and August, the sea along the entire coast is already warm, and you can choose any resort.
