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Melia Grand Hermitage Resort(4.5 stars)

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  • . It was very cle (15)
    ". It was very cle" found in 32 reviews
    • " ... enquire about all the room types-great variability there for all sorts of tastes. My room was everything I wanted to be-spacious, airy bright with a wonderful balcony overlooking the nearby beach . It was very cle an smelled fresh and this was maintained daily. The staff is very friendly indeed, polite and ... " 
      5.791666666666667
      September 2011
    • " ... gym, Turkish bath.I have to say that the food absolute perfection, so diverse and catering to all tastes. I am a vegetarian but I had so many options to choose from, so I was very happy. The gym w as well equip ped and the spa services were a class on their own. It was a great holiday for me- the hotels ... " 
      5.791666666666667
      September 2011
    • " ... and catering to all tastes. I am a vegetarian but I had so many options to choose from, so I was very happy. The gym was well equipped and the spa services were a class on their own. It wa s a great hol iday for me- the hotels offer everything you want from a summer holiday and I’m definitely going ... " 
      5.791666666666667
      September 2011
    • " Always a nice stay " 
      5.5
      July 2011
    • " I think it is important to say that I returned to this location for at least 12 times. And I already booked my next stay for the end of this month (July 2011). The hotel is gre at. Although it has more than 700 rooms, you can feel the good management watching the ... " 
      5.5
      July 2011
    • " Nice hotel , rather 4 stars if not even 3.5 " 
      4.516666666666667
      September 2012
    • " ... the half-board but in the restaurant but also all drinks all inclusive. Cola, Fanta, Sprite, beer, white wine and red wine. The drinks are first class except for the milk and juices. Pool very nice and clean . Enough loungers available. Massages not recommendable. Waste of money. Other hotels in ... " 
      4.516666666666667
      September 2012
    • " The best hotel " 
      5.888888888888889
      October 2012
    • " Me and my girlfriend spent a wonderful week in this great hotel . We have been travelling a lot on the Bulgarian sea cost but this is defenetly the best hotel ... " 
      5.888888888888889
      October 2012
    • " Me and my girlfriend spent a wonderful week in this great hotel. We have been travelling a lot on the Bulgarian sea cost but this is defenetly the best hotel we have ever stayed in! We prefered to go in September and this was the best decision! The ... " 
      5.888888888888889
      October 2012
    • " Great hotel with good location " 
      5.502777777777777
      July 2011
    • " The hotel we can recommend without hesitation. It has the quality and the standard of Kempinski. The rooms have a real five stars level. The area was very clean and well maintained. The food was well prepared and the selection was large. The only drawback: ... " 
      5.502777777777777
      July 2011
    • " The hotel is beautiful however is the food very monotonous and partly cold. With clearing and willingness to help ... " 
      4.891666666666667
      June 2012
    • " ... at 22:30/11:00 P. M. way too early. We will be back, but it must be something change, ( warm/hot, choice of meals, opening hours bars, animation team change and plastic cup. Our opinion still the best hotel at the gold beach " 
      5.516666666666667
      July 2012
    • " A great hotel that is going to become outstanding " 
      5.5
      October 2011
  • . The staff is very friend (7)
    ". The staff is very friend" found in 7 reviews
    • " ... sorts of tastes. My room was everything I wanted to be-spacious, airy bright with a wonderful balcony overlooking the nearby beach. It was very clean smelled fresh and this was maintained daily . The staff is very friend ly indeed, polite and accommodating. Some of the people speak more than one foreign language, ... " 
      5.791666666666667
      September 2011
    • " Great service , great price! " 
      5.777777777777778
      August 2011
    • " ... The rates were good, the sun was shining and we felt like in the beginning of August. The view from our room was magnificiant!!! When you look from the terrace you see only the endless sea. The staff was very friend ly - at the reception, the restaurant, the spa.. We booked directly with the hotel and got very ... " 
      5.888888888888889
      October 2012
    • " We Stayed at the Grand Hermitage for a week at the end of July start of August. The rooms are huge. Its extremely clean, the staff are friendly . We went all inclusive and there is a good selection for the buffet. we got engaged while we ... " 
      5.75
      August 2011
    • " ... LEVEL quests was served in own restaurant. Large assortment of vegetables, salads, cheese, cold cuts was served. Also warm foods assortment was enough for us. Dessert table was like a work of a rt. Staff was very fri endly and everyone speaks quite fluent English. At the pool was marked area for LEVEL quests ... " 
      5.6499999999999995
      June 2012
    • " Helpful and very friendly staff . Great hotel, however I wouldn't all inclusive book, since the food a very low qualitative ... " 
      5.013888888888888
      June 2012
    • " It was a great experience for my family to stay in the hotel. The staff was very friendly and helpful.athe amenities which the hotel offers are good value for money.I strongly recommend ... " 
      5.563888888888889
      May 2012
  • The food was delicious (5)
    "The food was delicious" found in 5 reviews
    • " IT was the best vacation I've ever had.... Everything was great, the kindness of the staff, the food was delicious ..... smiling faces all around you..... I had the most wonderfull time there, having fun all ... " 
      5.891666666666667
      August 2011
    • " ... walk from the hotel. Our room was spacious, clean and had a nice balcony overlooking the swimming pool area I'm quite picky when it comes to beds but this one was especially comfortable. The food was go od and we basically had all our meals at the hotel, although the shopping area close to the ... " 
      5.777777777777778
      August 2011
    • " ... more. Gym rather something for craftsman. Elliptical machine 2 piece broken, the most device rather risk of injury a real workout. The people the all inclusive book, should not be too much on beautiful food , since it is disappointing. Live cooking in the morning fried eggs, evenings Noodle warm up ... " 
      4.516666666666667
      September 2012
    • " ... When you look from the terrace you see only the endless sea. The staff was very friendly - at the reception, the restaurant, the spa.. We booked directly with the hotel and got very good prices . The food was go od, nothing bad to say about it. It is really family friendly hotel, There were a lot of ... " 
      5.888888888888889
      October 2012
    • " ... to this hotel', because it is one the best hotel at the gold beach, if not the best. The rooms are simple fantastic, you live as a king. The entrance area is clean and for each eye a benefit. The food in the hotel was completely reasonable. Clearly it is not like at home, but it tasted nevertheless. A tip, ... " 
      5.791666666666667
      August 2012

Hotel review overview

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  • Hotel in general
    5.4
  • Room
    5.8
  • Service
    5.3
  • Location
    5.5
  • Gastronomy
    4.8
  • Sport
    5.0

Rating breakdown

  • Excellent
    48
  • Very Good
    15
  • Acceptable
    4
  • Poor
    0
  • Terrible
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Summary of guest reviews by categories

  • " Big hotel with beautiful rooms "  Read more
    5.722222222222222
    July 2012
  • " A really great hotel. At the gold beach is not it with the largest and most beautiful hotel. There is something ... "  Read more
    5.722222222222222
    July 2012
  • " ... in detail and even gave us a map. Thanks to all-inclusive was completely OK and the pricing structure we were able to get to the bars the whole day and snack bars and pampered. Overall, we are very satisfied and is probably this hotel at the whole gold beach! "  Read more
    5.472222222222222
    August 2011
  • " We would like to first for a great week thank you. Service top! Room top! Unfortunately is the kitchen for so a large hotel way too small and also the selection of food something else be. Also the entertainment with ... "  Read more
    4.641666666666667
    July 2012
  • " Best hotel at the gold beach however no Melia 5 stars "  Read more
    5.216666666666667
    June 2012
  • " Great hotel at the gold beach the Melia service missing completely. We have stayed in lots of hotels at ... "  Read more
    5.216666666666667
    June 2012
  • " ... you can forget. The choice of meals has opposite recent years reduced and lukewarm only. Compare other hotels it's always still the best. But no Melia 5 stars. As you had to work. It is a Melia five star hotel and there should be no difference in what country one is. On zwembadgedeelte you get the ... "  Read more
    5.216666666666667
    June 2012
  • " ... between 22,30-23:00 to early in the breakfast buffet there is the coffee from the vending machine no Kaffeekänchen. No 5 star Melia. (Except in Levelbereich ). In short: when correct it is the best hotel at the gold beach and we will be back. The Melia 5 star service, which done will, the trademark ... "  Read more
    5.216666666666667
    June 2012
  • " Helpful and very friendly staff. Great hotel, however I wouldn't all inclusive book, since the food a very low qualitative level. As five ... "  Read more
    5.013888888888888
    June 2012
  • " Helpful and very friendly staff. Great hotel, however I wouldn't all inclusive book, since the food a very low qualitative level. As five star hotel should you offer have, that one Postcards at the front desk deliver can. This is not the case here. "  Read more
    5.013888888888888
    June 2012
  • " ... at 22:30/11:00 P. M. way too early. We will be back, but it must be something change, ( warm/hot, choice of meals, opening hours bars, animation team change and plastic cup. Our opinion still the best hotel at the gold beach "  Read more
    5.516666666666667
    July 2012
  • " Nice hotel, rather 4 stars if not even 3.5 "  Read more
    4.516666666666667
    September 2012
  • " ... the half-board but in the restaurant but also all drinks all inclusive. Cola, Fanta, Sprite, beer, white wine and red wine. The drinks are first class except for the milk and juices. Pool very nice and clean. Enough loungers available. Massages not recommendable. Waste of money. Other hotels in ... "  Read more
    4.516666666666667
    September 2012
  • " Great hotel "  Read more
    5.425
    August 2012
  • " In general great hotel all together it was good. The pool was completely reasonable, the food could be a bit warmer ... "  Read more
    5.425
    August 2012
  • " Great value for money "  Read more
    5.563888888888889
    May 2012
  • " It was a great experience for my family to stay in the hotel.The staff was very friendly and helpful.athe amenities which the hotel offers are good value for money.I strongly recommend this hotel and in a future if I visit Bulgaria I will choose it as my ... "  Read more
    5.563888888888889
    May 2012
  • " ... beach section from the hotel and the loungers on the beach cost 8€ per day in addition. But we thought it was nice, that the manager at an evening for the guests take time and after the opinion. Great service! The hotel is in the general highly recommendable. "  Read more
    4.641666666666667
    July 2012
  • " Helpful and very friendly staff. Great hotel, however I wouldn't all inclusive book, since the food a very low qualitative ... "  Read more
    5.013888888888888
    June 2012
  • " We have for 14 days eigecheckt and were by the size of the hotel, our room and the bath very impressed. The staff were very polite and accommodating. Unfortunately could the meal times in the restaurant not implemented. The ... "  Read more
    5.008333333333334
    June 2012
  • " ... sorts of tastes. My room was everything I wanted to be-spacious, airy bright with a wonderful balcony overlooking the nearby beach. It was very clean smelled fresh and this was maintained daily. The staff is very friendly indeed, polite and accommodating. Some of the people speak more than one foreign language, ... "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    September 2011
  • " It was a great experience for my family to stay in the hotel.The staff was very friendly and helpful.athe amenities which the hotel offers are good value for money.I strongly recommend ... "  Read more
    5.563888888888889
    May 2012
  • " ... The rates were good, the sun was shining and we felt like in the beginning of August. The view from our room was magnificiant!!! When you look from the terrace you see only the endless sea. The staff was very friendly - at the reception, the restaurant, the spa.. We booked directly with the hotel and got very ... "  Read more
    5.888888888888889
    October 2012
  • " ... LEVEL quests was served in own restaurant. Large assortment of vegetables, salads, cheese, cold cuts was served. Also warm foods assortment was enough for us. Dessert table was like a work of art. Staff was very friendly and everyone speaks quite fluent English. At the pool was marked area for LEVEL quests ... "  Read more
    5.6499999999999995
    June 2012
  • " We Stayed at the Grand Hermitage for a week at the end of July start of August. The rooms are huge. Its extremely clean, the staff are friendly. We went all inclusive and there is a good selection for the buffet. we got engaged while we ... "  Read more
    5.75
    August 2011
  • " Great service, great price! "  Read more
    5.777777777777778
    August 2011
  • " ... more. Gym rather something for craftsman. Elliptical machine 2 piece broken, the most device rather risk of injury a real workout. The people the all inclusive book, should not be too much on beautiful food, since it is disappointing. Live cooking in the morning fried eggs, evenings Noodle warm up ... "  Read more
    4.516666666666667
    September 2012
  • " ... to this hotel', because it is one the best hotel at the gold beach, if not the best. The rooms are simple fantastic, you live as a king. The entrance area is clean and for each eye a benefit. The food in the hotel was completely reasonable. Clearly it is not like at home, but it tasted nevertheless. A tip, ... "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    August 2012
  • " IT was the best vacation I've ever had.... Everything was great, the kindness of the staff, the food was delicious..... smiling faces all around you..... I had the most wonderfull time there, having fun all ... "  Read more
    5.891666666666667
    August 2011
  • " ... When you look from the terrace you see only the endless sea. The staff was very friendly - at the reception, the restaurant, the spa.. We booked directly with the hotel and got very good prices. The food was good, nothing bad to say about it. It is really family friendly hotel, There were a lot of ... "  Read more
    5.888888888888889
    October 2012
  • " ... walk from the hotel. Our room was spacious, clean and had a nice balcony overlooking the swimming pool area I'm quite picky when it comes to beds but this one was especially comfortable. The food was good and we basically had all our meals at the hotel, although the shopping area close to the ... "  Read more
    5.777777777777778
    August 2011
  • " For Bulgarian conditions there was nothing wrong here, the Melia group has taken over the hotel, it gets better every year. Huge rooms, huge bathroom, clean and well-kept. Large selection of food and it tasted delicious. We have stayed in several hotels at the gold beach and for us is only ... "  Read more
    5.758333333333333
    August 2011
  • " The hotel has 2 a la carte restaurants where you can find a good selection of food and wines. "  Read more
    5.5
    July 2011
  • " ... friendly indeed, polite and accommodating. Some of the people speak more than one foreign language, but knowledge in English is common and very good. I took advantage of all that the hotel offers-great restaurants, spa, gym, Turkish bath.I have to say that the food absolute perfection, so diverse and ... "  Read more
    5.791666666666667
    September 2011
  • " There are only a few hotels at the gold beach, where everything is right. Either room bad or bad food or it lacks about the cleaning or service. With Melia all true. We were now to 4'. In the Melia ... "  Read more
    5.516666666666667
    July 2012
  • " We Stayed at the Grand Hermitage for a week at the end of July start of August. The rooms are huge. Its extremely clean, the staff are friendly. We went all inclusive and there is a good ... "  Read more
    5.75
    August 2011
  • " ... suitcases back. In the meantime, we bought some clothes at Golden Sands, which is full of shops of every kind and just a five minutes walk from the hotel. Our room was spacious, clean and had a nice balcony overlooking the swimming pool area I'm quite picky when it comes to beds but this one was ... "  Read more
    5.777777777777778
    August 2011
5.9
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
Me and my girlfriend spent a wonderful week in this great hotel. We have been travelling a lot on the Bulgarian sea cost but this is defenetly the best hotel we have ever stayed in! We prefered to go in September and this was the best decision! The rates were good, the sun was shining and we felt like in the beginning of August. The view from our room was magnificiant!!! When you look from the terrace you see only the endless sea. The staff was very friendly - at the reception, the restaurant, the spa.. We booked directly with the hotel … read more
Razvan
Romania
  • Family
  • Age 31-35
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5.6
Rated:  
  • 3 to 5 days
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
the biggest room in Golden Sands and i think biggest hotel bathroom in Bulgaria. Quiet, friendly, big beds, free internet, nice pool... of course i will recommend this hotel to all my friends.. … read more
Stefan
Romania
  • Couple
  • Age 56-60
1 Other hotel reviews
5.2
Rated:  
  • 1 week
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
Very interesting and pleasant in social the condition for entertainment. Maybe a little developed and also shops more diversification from point of view of brands and article. … read more
Bine
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 41-45
1 Other hotel reviews
5.2
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel recommended
Had 'the level' upgrade, hotel very clean, staff with us very friendly ( but: as you in the forest inside gets... The unfriendliest are the guests even, no thanks, no please...) , delicious food, sometimes a bit bland and only warm but this is probably amongst others typical of the country. Beginning October closes the hotel, that means no animation more, the umbrella and loungers are not a not dismantled, however therefor it is very quiet and has plenty of room! At the rich buffet one always finds something that one tastes. All in all very recommendable, I know however not, … read more
Jenny
Germany
  • Couple
  • Age 26-30
3 Other hotel reviews
3.7
Rated:  
  • 2 weeks
  • Beach
  • Hotel not recommended
For this hotel can positive reviews only by excessive consumption of alcohol come. Only for Ballermann fans with little money good! … read more
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Information about Melia Grand Hermitage Resort

Hotel own description

  • What the hotel offers
    Melia Hotel Grand Hermitage is one of the largest properties in Bulgaria, located in Golden Sands, Varna, directly at the Black Sea. The Hotel offers 5 star facilities, amenities and services. It is located on a quiet hillside and is surrounded by lush green terraces leading down to the promenade and the beach. Varna is a popular holiday destination, with the Golden Sands Resort situated just 17 km outside the city. Benefiting from the temperate climate and the Black Seaїs low salt content, guests at Melia Hotel Hermitage enjoys direct access to the beach.
  • Location
    Melia Grand Hermitage is located in the Golden Sands resort, near the city of Varna, directly at the Black Sea coast. The Hotel offers 5 star facilities, amenities and services. It is surrounded by lush green terraces leading down to the promenade and the beach.
  • Accommodation
    - Balcony with table and chairs - Air Condition and heating - Fresh air windows - Electronic Key Card System - Full size mirror - Table and armchairs - Cable TV with remote control - Minibar - Safe - Mahogany veneered wood furniture and burgundy striped or polka-dotted fabrics, blackout curtains, ottomans - door chimes, safety lock and do not disturb buttons - Dimmed lights Bathroom - Bidet - Hairdryer - Separate shower booth with Central Rain Shower and bathtub on side. - Shaving/Beauty two-sided magnifying mirror - Telephone - Emergency button - Most rooms with double basin - 2 cosmetic etageres - TV volume control Business features: - Fax or/ and PC plugs - Working Desk - LAN Internet access (free of charge) -LAN cables are available for purchasing at the reception. - 2 Direct dial telephones with speaker system, Voice
  • Food and Drink
    Hermitage Restaurant - Restaurant serving international dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner Sunshine Cafe Outdoor poolside cafe open all day for coffees, soft drinks, ice creams and light snacks (open during summer months) Cafe Roma Lobby bar open all day for speciality coffees, freshly-baked pastries and snacks Al Dente , a la carte Mediterranean Restaurant The Level Lounge - Exclusive lounge for The Level clients
  • Leisure
    Indoor and outdoor swimming pools Hydromassage Sauna Spa Pool tables Chess Table tennis Mini golf Swimming Gym Sports activities every day
  • Other facilities and services
    Melia Grand Hermitage is proud to present to your kind attention the exclusive The Level Program! The exclusive services included in THE LEVEL program are: • Accommodation in a Superior Sea View Room or a Suite; • Personalized Welcome Treatment and Specially Designated Staff; • Exclusively Dedicated Welcoming Reception Area on the Level L; • THE LEVEL Restaurant Serving Meals According to the Individual Meal Plan of Each Guest, Located on Level R; • THE LEVEL Lounge Offering Reading and Relaxation Area with Concierge Services Located on the 8th floor. THE LEVEL Lounge is an Adult Only Area; • Complimentary Sauna and Turkish Bath in YHI Spa on Level R upon reservation; • Complimentary Mini Bar (Excluding Alcoholic Drinks) Replanished Daily; • Open Bar Serving Daily Imported Liquors and Soft Drinks Between 14:30 and 17:00 in THE LEVEL Lounge on the 8th floor; • Complimentary Late Check out until 16:00 upon Request and Availability; • Extended Breakfast until 11:30 Available Exclusively in THE LEVEL Restaurant on Level R; • Use of Lounge Chair and Umbrella at the Reserved THE LEVEL Area by the pool; • Outdoor Garden Area Equipped with Lounge Chairs and Spa Corner with Jacuzzi Accessible Exclusively for THE LEVEL Guests; • Complimentary Printing Services at THE LEVEL Reception for up to 20 Copies; • One Hour Complimentary Use of Computer and Internet in THE LEVEL Lounge on the 8th Floor; • 50% Discount of All Laundry Services; • Daily VIP Turn Down Service; • 50% Discount in the A La Carte «Al Dente» Restaurant (Excluding Beverages). THE LEVEL YOU DESERVE
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Hotel description *

  • Location
    This exclusive luxury hotel enjoys a great location directly beside the beautiful Golden Sands beach, surrounded by leafy gardens with exotic vegetation. Restaurants, bars, and shops can be found some 200 m from the hotel. Varna airport is located around 30 km away.
  • Facilities
    Opened in 2005, this well-situated luxury hotel has excellent hotel and room facilities, a high level of service, and a total of 728 rooms. Facilities include an air-conditioned foyer with a 24-hour reception desk, a currency exchange, public Internet access, and 8 lifts. This elegant hotel also features a cosy café, a newspaper stand, a hairdresser's salon, shops, and a restaurant serving temptingly delicious food. With its conference room the hotel is ideal for business guests. Room and laundry services are also on offer, and there are parking spaces outside for those arriving by car.
  • Rooms
    The tasteful, modern rooms include their own lounge and bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Further fittings include a direct dial telephone, satellite/ cable TV, a minibar, a hire safe, ironing equipment, and air conditioning and central heating.
  • Sports/Entertainment
    In the grounds guests will find 2 swimming pools, a paddling pool, a poolside snack bar, and sun loungers and parasols. The hotel offers a wide range of spa treatments, as well as a sauna, a solarium, massage service, and steam rooms. Guests can exercise in the gym.
  • Meals
    Guests may select their breakfast and dinner from a buffet. Lunch can be taken à la carte . Half-board stays may be booked.
  • Payment
    JCB, MasterCard and VISA are accepted as methods of payment.
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Hotel amenities

  • Luggage room
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Non-smoking room
  • Shops in the hotel
  • Hairdressers/Beauty salon
  • Business centre
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Lift
  • Central heating
  • Air conditioning
  • Car park

Room amenities

  • Writing bureau
  • Additional childrens' bed
  • CD Player
  • Satellite TV
  • Fan
  • Minibar
  • Safe
  • Coffee and tea
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Electronic room keys
  • Wake up call/Alarm clock
  • Pets allowed
  • Fire alarm

Gastronomy

  • Restaurant
  • Diabetic menu
  • Vegetarian
  • Hotel bar
  • Cafe
  • Packed lunches
  • Catering service

A choice of sports

  • Fitness centre
  • Outdoor pool
  • Volleyball

Spa offers

  • Spa centre
  • Massages
  • Beauty treatments
  • Sauna
  • Steam room/ turkish bath
  • Whirlpool

Other hotel information

  • City hotel
  • 24 hour reception
  • Evening programs and entertainment
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Gay friendly
  • Airport transfer
  • Express check in and check out
  • Eurocard/Mastercard
  • Car hire
  • Ticket service
  • Information desk
  • Currency exchange
  • Children welcome
  • Wifi
  • Newspaper
  • Laundry service
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