Albena Resort in Bulgaria

The beach resort of Albena in Bulgaria is situated 32 km north of Varna and just 12km south-west of Balchik on a long sand stretch in the open northern part of Varna Bay. The resorts erecting was started in 1968, which makes it one of the most modern holiday cities along the Bulgarian coast. The complex lies beneath a relatively high hill and is given particular charm by the near-by forest of Baltata, a part of which is declared a protected area. The latter is also called Batova Gora (Batova Forecast) after the Batova river, in the valley of which it grows. The resorts architecture resembles one of Walter Gropius urban models as most of the hotels have a terraced structure aimed at providing as much sun as possible in summer days. To the north the coast is steep, featuring yellow sandstone and limestone typical of the area. It is in fact this stone slope that was the main source of construction material for the resort.

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Places of Interest

Besides the nearby village of Obrochishte with its well-preserved fortress dating back to Ottoman times, the village of Kranevo with remains of the ancient fortress used in Roman times and the Middle Ages is also located close to the Albena resort. Beside the fortress, Kranevo is also attractive for its mineral springs. The coast between Albena and Kranevo is high and extremely picturesque with steep rocky formations. Kranevo can be a good accommodation alternative to Albena with its prices being far lower and its great capacity of private lodgings. At the same time, its proximity to Albena makes it easy for holidaymakers to bask in the sun at Albena's beautiful white-sand beaches during the day. Besides Kranevo, there are also three big camping sites located on the way between Kranevo and Albena and offering accommodation to tourists in bungalows and tents.

Albena Accommodation

At present the resort has about 40 hotels in Albena open for tourists, with categories ranging from 1 to 4 stars. Albena is one of the most expensive places in Bulgaria in terms of accommodation along the Black Sea coast, along with the Bulgarian beach resorts of Duni and Roussalka. One of the most popular hotels in the area is the Dobroudzha Hotel, built in a Swiss style. The newly built Maastricht Hotel, built with joint Bulgarian and Dutch financing, is also an excellent choice. Other very popular hotels are Dobrotitsa, Drouzhba and Zdravets. Destination Bulgaria offers some wonderful Albena holiday rentals with stunning views of the resort and the sea.

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Places to Eat and Drink

Apart from the numerous restaurants at the hotels, Albena has many restaurants and bistros offering various dishes - from continental European and traditionally Bulgarian to Indian and Chinese cuisine. The most popular and visited places offering entertainment and excellent food: Picnic Orehite, Slavyanski Kut, Starobulgarski Stan, Flambe Restaurant, Stariyat Dub, Ribarska Hizha and especially the Arabella ship-restaurant, which serves delicious seafood.

Entertainment & Nightlife

Albena beach resort has a number of tennis courts, bars, casino, restaurants with night shows, children playgrounds, swimming pools, and a golf playground. One can hire a bike, cars, cutters, sailboats, yachts, waterwheels and jets or give it a try with horse riding. The whole range of water sport facilities is on offer with instructors available for those in in need of them. There is an annual auto-rally called Albena and held at the beginning of May, a folk festival for singers and dancers from the Dobroudzha region, the Zlatnata Antena (Gold Antennae) Festival for TV programs, a bridge competition (in June), beach volleyball competition (in June or July), Vladimir Grashnov’s Annual Football Tournament, etc.

Getting Around

There is regular bus transport from Balchik, Varna, the Golden Sands resort and Dobrich to Albena, complemented by private minibuses, route and ordinary taxis, and even sea transport from and to the small port in the resort.

Albena Summary

Excellent Sandy Beach
Good Restaurants and Bars
Good Selection of High Quality Accommodation
Good Selection of Activities and Entertainment
Good Location for Family Holidays

Albena Reviews

Mrs Robinson from Bedford in England

Comments: "We visited the resort in June. Lots to do to entertain the children, good selection of restaurants. The beach was wonderful and you could always find some space to sunbathe."

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Luxury 5 Bedroom Villa with sea views in Albena

New five bedroom villa with spectacular panoramic sea views. Situated a short drive from Albena resort centre, one of Bulgaria's top resort with wide sandy beaches. Lovely spacious family villa.