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| Golden memories, Sarah B. |
| The Black Sea isn't black, it's crystal-clear. Julie Firth overturns a few prejudices on a family beach break in Bulgaria. Bulgaria's Black Sea coast might not bask in the warm glow of praise from tourist reviews on the travel websites, but it will put more power into your pound than most resorts. Our hotel was the Helios Spa and Resort, a sumptuous modern building set among Golden Sands' coastal forest. We noticed that online moaners have berated the food, the 120 concrete steps down to the town and occasional surliness of the staff. The steps were, indeed, a problem when we returned to the hotel one night with a load of shopping and a sleeping toddler in the pushchair. Looking for a way round, we walked for nearly two hours, got lost and ended up trying to use the position of the moon to find the quickest way back. Otherwise, we were perfectly happy. Our stay was on all-inclusive terms and the food, though different to our usual fare, was absolutely fine. There was a big choice of dishes, many of them geared towards German visitors, by far and away the biggest group in Golden Sands. Our room was huge, and the view of the Black Sea from the balcony was to die for. Disappointingly, the hotel's noted seafood restaurant was closed during our stay, with no warning beforehand. The advertising pamphlet also doesn't tell you about some of the restrictions imposed on all-inclusive customers. Health and safety regulations are more lax than they are in Britain, so the sight of drinking glasses next to children's swimming pools, and people smoking in restaurants, can be a shock. There's also a huge, now derelict, building right next to the Helios. But the hotel's three swimming pools were clean and tidy and the staff were wonderful, particularly the "animation team" who didn't press us to play volleyball every afternoon. Instead, they bonded very warmly and expertly with our children, who fell head over heels in love with a couple of them. However, some of the furniture in the team's HQ did leave something to be desired. First, my husband's chair collapsed underneath him, and then mine did the same. Little harm done, except to our pride. We had the staff pretty much to ourselves because, although our stay was at the beginning of the high season for Golden Sands, other visitors were fairly thin on the ground. Golden Sands is essentially one seaside street about a mile in length, packed with shops, stalls, restaurants and bars. To one side lies the beautiful, crystal-clear Black Sea. To the other, the resort's hotels are set in idyllic, dense, rising woodland. A beer is typically about three levs, but the quantity of ale you get for your money can vary. You'll always get at least a pint, but on some occasions we were presented with huge, foaming two-pint pots, a la Munich Beer Festival. Cocktails are always two-for-one and you'll usually pay about ?2 for a good quality one. A family of four can eat very well for about 60-70 levs in total including drinks, with all tastes catered for. Pizzas are a speciality, often made right in front of you and costing ?5 for a large one. Varna, 20 minutes away, gives the visitor a refreshing flavour of Bulgaria's history. Varna Archaeological Museum is one of the city's best treasures. It houses the Gold of Varna, jewellery and gifts which were found in a mass grave underneath the city and said to be the oldest gold found in the world. Varna's dolphinarium, the only one in Bulgaria, is a bit run-down but well worth the entrance fee. The jewel in Varna's crown is its sea garden, a vast space containing an open-air theatre, aquarium, museum, zoo and ice-skating rink. Despite the stray dogs and strange men trying to sell you currency, this is a very friendly city, unspoilt and with plenty to interest families. The weather for our stay was hot, with thunderstorms at night, and the sea is easily warm enough to play in. Golden Sands is a first-class resort, pitched perfectly for either a family or a group of younger holidaymakers. |
| Helios Spa Resort, steven watkins |
| Just returned from Bulgaria. Helios Spa was clean and the staff were very friendly. On arrival the air conditioning in one of the rooms was not working, however a quick call to reception and a technician was there within the hour and the problem weas soon fixed. My only criticism would be the swimming pools were dirty possibly due to the water not being filtered correctly and also being woken at all hours of the night from other guests returning drunk from the many bars and clubs at the resort. I agree with Mrs Paton the pavements still need money spending on them. Would love toreturn to the hotel but only if it was not in Golden Sands. |
| Book 4*, Ian Wort |
| I spent 1 week in the Helios Spa in 2005 and was so good , that when I went to book for 2006 and could get 3* at the Helios Spar I thought Great. So I booked 2 weeks, on arrival I was disappointed to find the 3* accomodation was the Old part of the Helios Spa, which was known as the Crown Plaza Hotel, Old and well tiered. The accomodation was not up to Standard, the staff were Brilliant and that did help with the dissapointment. Had to upgrade to a appartment for just over 800 lev. Still had a brilliant stay and would go again. So beware DO NOT Book any less than 3 * and make sure you are in the New Helios Spar , Becuse that is Excelent. |
| helios spa hotel, joanne bullimore |
I recently went to the helios spa hotel
i went with about 16 of us and i found the hotel quite a nice place the reception area when we arrived were kept clean.
We were given our keys and the bell boy took our cases to our room which was nice of them.
We all had bb in the hotel and i found the meals excellent.
I would recommend the hotel if u are interested in going their in the near future.
thanks for a pleasent stay. |
| helios spa, mrs m paton |
| we are just back from golden sands three days ago. The hotel was spotless, the cleaners work day and night. we were all inclusive and we found something we could eat every day. the staff were very friendly, unless you were one of the b/b or half boards who were chancing their arm taking wine, juice and coffee which was meant for all inclusives, wich was clearly marked. the pavements in golden sands badly need money spent on them. all in all we had a lovely time in the helios 4*. the rooms are very comfy. |
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