The seaside town on a rocky peninsula is called the pearl of Bulgaria. Why do tourists love Nessebar? Learn about the resort's top beaches, hotels and attractions. Vacation tips for 2021.
Impressions of Nessebar
In reviews of Nessebar, vacationers write about the extraordinary beauty of the Old Town. Picturesque streets with old houses and churches are like illustrations for fairy tales. There are many flowers and shops selling souvenirs, paintings, antiques and clothes.
The new part of Nessebar is also impressive. The Bulgarian resort has luxury hotels, shops, cafes and restaurants. Everything is neat and thought out to the smallest detail.
Irina: "I love the island of Nessebar! I travel often, but for me it is always the most beautiful, even in winter, when it is deserted, it is cool to walk along empty streets. Every time there is something new. Colorful, bright, modern with elements of antiquity. You can ride every day, does not get bored. "
Best hotels in Nessebar
According to reviews, rest in Nessebar is quite budget. Tourists are offered maximum comfort for reasonable money. Prices in 2021 for a double room with all inclusive meals start at 129 €. Some hotels occupy ancient buildings that were built 150-250 years ago. You can find a hotel in Nessebar on Hotelluk.
The best hotels in Nessebar, according to tourists' reviews:
Effect Villa Azzura 3 * is a cozy hotel in the Old Town of Nessebar for guests over 16 years old. A double room costs from 50 €.
Elizabeth Dy Boutique Hotel 3 * is a modern boutique hotel 100 meters from the sandy beach. Double room costs from 61 €.
Aphrodite 4 * is a comfortable hotel with spa and wellness center on the southern beach of Nessebar. A double room costs from 73 €.
Aparthotel Paradiso 4 * - resort apartments 1.4 km from the historical part of the city. In high season, a double room costs from 82 €.
Arsena Beach 4 * is a comfortable hotel with a private beach and two swimming pools. An all inclusive double room starts at 129 €.
Sol Nessebar Palace Resort & Aquapark 5 * is an excellent hotel with an all inclusive water park. Double room costs from 245 €.
Beaches of Nessebar
According to tourists, the sea near the coast in Nessebar is transparent, clean, of a beautiful turquoise color. The sandy strip between Nessebar and the seaside village of Ravda in Bulgaria was awarded the highest award - the Blue Flag.
In the old part of Nessebar there are mainly stone beaches. If you are only going for a beach holiday, it is better to settle in the new part of the resort, near the comfortable sandy beaches. As in Sunny Beach, almost all the beaches of Nessebar have a gentle entrance to the water.
Morraa: "The town is quiet and cozy, at least at the beginning of June and in September, but it is of little use for a beach holiday, since there is no beach like this, only a narrow rocky strip of coast. It is good to come here for a walk, but swim on other comfortable sandy beaches. beaches, of which there are so many in Bulgaria ".
Slava: "The beaches are sandy, but there are also rocky beaches. The beaches belong to hotels, admission is free. But you still have to pay for a sun lounger and an umbrella, since there is no place for your towel on the sand. Therefore, they can only be called free."
Attractions of Nessebar
The Bulgarian city is one of the oldest in Europe. Old Nessebar is included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. On a small piece of land measuring 850 x 300 m, there are cobblestone streets, old houses and 40 temples! The oldest Metropolitan Church was built in the 5th century. The part of Nessebar that has sunk under the water can be seen from the boat in good weather.
In addition to the Old Town, we advise you to see other attractions: Turkish bath, windmill, sand dunes and quaint white cliffs. Visit also the ethnographic and archaeological museums.
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Elena: "Nice and atmospheric! I love the old town very much. It's cozy here. Excellent cafes and restaurants overlooking the sea."
Vacation with children
Families with children choose Nessebar in Bulgaria because it is a quiet resort with nice beaches and clear sea. There are children's billiards, bowling, a small amusement park and the Aqua Paradise water park. Not all parents were satisfied with the rest, so there are negative reviews about the resort.
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anya79: "We didn't like it. We were with two children in Nessebar. There is no infrastructure for children, feeble playgrounds at hotels and apartments. There is nothing for children on the beach but sand."
When is the best time to go
Nessebar lies in the zone of influence of the temperate and Mediterranean climate. The beach season in Bulgaria begins in May, but at the end of spring the water temperature in the Black Sea is + 19 ... + 20 ° С. More comfortable conditions for swimming are in the second half of June, July, August and September.
In summer, Nessebar has hot weather. In July and August, the thermometer rises to + 28 ... + 30 ° С, and the sea water is warmed up to + 24 ... + 26 ° С. Parents with young children and aged tourists love to come to the resort during the velvet season. The water temperature in September is + 21 ... + 22 ° С. It gets cooler at the end of the month, but on windless days it is possible to swim in early October.
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Polina Solovieva: "I was just passing through Nessebar. There is nothing to do here in March. Just listen: during the low season, the resort lives a calm and carefree life. Most shops, cafes and entertainment centers are closed. There is no infrastructure in early spring."
Conclusions: is it worth going to Nessebar
The Bulgarian resort is suitable for beach holidays, families with children, senior tourists and diving enthusiasts. According to reviews, Nessebar has a good selection of 2-3 * hotels with budget prices. There are no problems with food either - there are many cafes and restaurants on the coast. The taverns of Nessebar prepare delicious seafood dishes. If you want more entertainment, go to the neighboring resort - Sunny Beach!
