August. Family with children
Bulgaria
We went to Bulgaria on vacation last summer with two school-age children. We were pleased with our vacation and did not regret choosing the Golden Sands resort. The resort itself is located in a mountainous area, there are a lot of coniferous and deciduous trees everywhere, a lot of shade, which is why the heat is tolerated very easily, and even in combination with the sea breeze, we did not feel any acclimatization at all. The beach itself is sandy, smooth, and has even been awarded the Blue Flag. The beach offered all kinds of water activities: bananas, parachute jumping, boat rides. I advise you to choose a hotel with children on the first or second beach line, since climbing the mountain is not an easy task for kids. We ate in the cafe; there are many different establishments here with very attractive prices and large portions. Many cafes have menus adapted to our stomachs: borscht, porridge and even dumplings. Ice cream, dairy products, sweets and juices were bought in stores.
August. Family with children
Bulgaria
I consider holidays in Bulgaria inexpensive and very suitable for families, especially with small children. We vacationed there at the end of August with our three-year-old daughter. Acclimatization was not noticeable for us at all, and during the day it was quite hot, and in the evenings sometimes we even wore sweaters.
Cocoa Beach is simply gorgeous: a wide strip of sand, convenient entrance to the sea. The sea is warm, clean, we have never seen any algae or jellyfish. Sometimes we laid out towels and sunbathed, a couple of times we rented sun loungers, and once we rented a tent.
There is more than enough entertainment on Sunny Beach: children's playgrounds, inflatable trampolines, there are two water parks. We visited Action Aquapark just super, you will have the opportunity, be sure to ride the slides, there are plenty for adults and children. We rode a tourist train around the resort, also on a horse-drawn carriage. There are a lot of restaurants and cafes everywhere, dishes for every taste, and the prices are not bad, in general I recommend it.
July. Family with children
Bulgaria
The whole family vacationed in Bulgaria in July: two adults and two children, three and eight years old. The main purpose of the holiday was to improve the health of the children, since they often get sick, so they chose the resort of Saints Constantine and Helena. The fact is that the resort itself is located in the middle of a huge, picturesque park, which creates a special microclimate. By the way, the resort has thermal mineral springs, one of which was located next to the beach, we swam in it every day, the children liked it. The beach, by the way, is excellent, wide and sandy. The sea is warm, and because of the shallow water it warms up in no time. Lifeguards are constantly on duty on the beach. There were inflatable trampolines, swings, and slides within a five-minute walk; it was impossible to get the children out of there. We went to see the monastery of Constantine and Helena. There is a bazaar in the center of the resort. The prices in cafes and restaurants are reasonable, the menu is varied, there are soups and cereals. The local cuisine is very tasty and filling, rich in vegetables and cheeses. We had a wonderful holiday.
The time for holidays and holidays will begin soon. It is necessary to think in advance about how and where to spend them with maximum benefit. The best resorts for families with children are very close. Sunny Bulgaria has always been and remains a fertile land for tourists.
Not a single story, not a single video can fully describe the beauty of this region. Hotels here always open their doors hospitably for children and their parents on the coast, and in the mountains for ski lovers. Let's try to list all the reasons why it is best to relax with a child here.
How to choose a resort
When going on vacation with a child less than 1 year old or older, an adult must take care in advance to ensure that the trip is enjoyable for everyone. It is necessary to approach the choice of place and time especially responsibly. If you can adjust something with food on the spot, buy it, cook it, and somehow compensate for the lack of entertainment, then the climate and weather are not under your control.
In the same way, it will be impossible to change the terrain and location of the home where you will spend your time. These points must also be carefully calculated. For example, for a 2-year-old child, a clean sandy beach with a gentle entrance to the sea would be very relevant.
A road with several transfers and a duration of several days can also ruin any vacation. This is another important nuance that must be taken into account.
The next most important selection criteria will be hotel amenities and leisure activities. Please ensure that the hotel you are traveling to has the following available and able to provide:
- extra baby cot;
- food, bottle warmers and a stroller for infants;
- children's club;
- children's menu;
- children's playground;
- children's animation;
- nanny and nursery for babies up to one year old.
All this is far from necessary, but it is very desirable to have it in the hotel of your choice.
Climate of Bulgaria
This small country has collected all types of relief within its borders:
Accordingly, the weather here cannot be the same. If in the mountains in winter the temperature drops to -30°C with two-meter snowdrifts and bright sun, then in coastal areas it balances around zero. All year round, high ridges reliably protect seaside resorts from cold European winds.
Thanks to this, the climate, unlike the mainland continental one, is mild Mediterranean on the coast and in the south of the country. There are no strong daily temperature changes here, and by the end of summer the sea warms up to 23 degrees. The weather in the summer months on the coast resembles the Crimean: during the day 23-30°C, at night 12-15°C. The most gentle temperature for babies lasts from mid-May to the end of June or in the last month of summer and the first month of autumn. However, in May-June the sea is still cool, and you will only have to swim in the pools. Therefore, when they ask: “Please advise, tell me when is the best time to book hotels with children in Bulgaria,” there is only one answer – in August-September.
Road
By plane from Moscow to one of four airports (Sofia, Varna, Plovdiv, Burgas) it takes only 2-3 hours. But this is only a flight. When planning a trip with children, it is better to find a route with the fewest transfers. The proximity of our countries allows you to choose one of the possible methods of transportation or combine them:
To cross the border you need a visa (Schengen or national). There are also bans and restrictions on the import of certain items and products. It is necessary to first clarify the list and quantity of the limit.
When choosing a hotel in Bulgaria for a holiday with a child, be sure to check all the distances that you will have to travel.
- The road from the airport or train station to the hotel is sometimes more difficult and longer than the flight itself. Having your own transfer at the hotel is of great importance and a huge plus. You need to inquire about this before your trip.
- Distance to the beach. You will have to overcome it at least twice a day. It’s great if the hotel has its own beach right under the windows of the rooms. But sometimes budget economy 2nd line hotels are more attractive than expensive premium ones, providing regular transport where you can travel for free in a couple of minutes to a good sandy beach and back.
- When going on vacation with a teenager, look on the forum or on our website for reviews about hotels, nearby attractions, entertainment centers, excursions, as well as the distance from objects of interest to the child (water parks, amusement parks, Disneylands, etc.).
It is better here
More than one generation of Russians has chosen Bulgaria as a holiday destination with children. If you ever came here on advice or by chance, you will definitely come back again.
The popularity of these places is easy to explain.
All these advantages convince us that there is no need to choose where to go with your child. Come to Bulgaria. All you need to do is decide which of the hundreds of hotels you will stay at.
There are several excellent resorts in Bulgaria that are absolutely suitable for families with children: Albena, Dunes, Golden Sands, Nessebar and Sunny Beach. This is where hotels for children, which are among the top best, are located. They are all good. A holiday in any of them will leave pleasant memories. There are new ones built already in this millennium with a swimming pool and a water park. There are hotels with history, hidden under the greenery of huge trees. Many have their own beach and provide vacationers with free sun loungers, umbrellas and towels. All information, subtleties and descriptions can be gleaned from our catalog of hotels and boarding houses.
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Summer is school holiday time. Traditionally, they try to use it for joint family vacations. First of all, parents think, and children dream, about the sea and the sun. When choosing a country offering a beach holiday, you should pay attention to Bulgaria. A visit to Bulgaria expands the geography of travel without losing on vacation in price, quality and range of services.
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All Bulgarian summer resorts are located on the Black Sea coast. The beaches are mostly sandy. The entry into the sea is gradual and gentle, which guarantees the safety of children's recreation on the water. During the hottest summer period, from mid-July to the end of August, the shallow waters of the Bulgarian resorts are so warmed by the sun that even the youngest tourists can swim late in the evening.
Hotels in Bulgaria
Many Bulgarian hotels have switched to the All Inclusive system. This is relevant for vacationers. The Bulgarian service is superior to its Turkish and Egyptian counterparts in that it provides complete, high-quality baby food. Parents on vacation are freed from worrying about how to feed their beloved baby. The “buffet” in Bulgaria provides a wide selection of dishes for every taste, and among non-alcoholic drinks, real natural juices dominate, and not their powdered substitutes. As before, Bulgarian hotels continue to offer tourists either only breakfast, or half board, or full board. This is convenient for those who do not want to tie themselves to a hotel with food. You can eat here everywhere and inexpensively. Cafes, taverns, and seafood restaurants are found at every turn. The chef of each establishment is ready to delight guests with dishes of national cuisine, prepared according to their own signature recipes.
Riviera Beach Hotel and SPA
Golden Sands
Private beach, outdoor pool and spa complex with indoor pool
Fabulous
349 reviews
Booked 16 times today
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Long Beach Hotel & Spa
Shkorpilovtsi
Halls for air and hydromassage, Finnish sauna, steam and Russian baths and salt room
Fabulous
287 reviews
Booked 6 times today
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Sunny Castle Hotel - All Inclusive
Seasonal outdoor pool, restaurant, bar
Fabulous
232 reviews
Booked 4 times today
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Premier Fort Club Hotel - Full Board
2 outdoor swimming pools, children's playground
Fabulous
549 reviews
Booked 18 times today
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Advantages of holidays in Bulgaria
Water amusement parks are open along the entire Black Sea coast of Bulgaria in close proximity to the resorts. These are modern complexes equipped according to European standards: Action (Sunny Beach), AquaParadise (Nessebar), AquaPlanet (Primorsko), Aqualand (Plovdiv), Waterland (Kazanlak), AquaPolis (Golden Sands). Spending a summer family vacation at one of the resorts in Bulgaria can also be beneficial for your health. Many resorts are located in natural parks and national reserves. Clean forest air combined with ionized sea air creates a healthy atmosphere. It's easy to breathe here. In the immediate vicinity of the resorts there are mineral springs, the waters of which are supplied directly to the coast through special collectors. Vacationers can alternate swimming in the sea with rinsing with mineral waters.
Spa salons and hospitals offering wellness programs for children and adults are open to guests. The distances between the Black Sea resorts are small. There is a regular bus service between the cities. By using public transport to save money, you can move from resort to resort in search of new entertainment or to visit ancient cities located on the coast. You can spend your holiday in comfort in Bulgaria. The choice of place depends on personal wishes and the state of your wallet. But when traveling with children, you can’t go wrong. For a good rest for the whole family, entire tourist centers have been built in the country. They all pursue one common goal - to organize everything so that tourists’ time is rich, and they want to return to Bulgaria on vacation again and again!
Popular resorts in Bulgaria
Albena
The Bulgarian Black Sea resort of Albena is entirely suitable for families with children. It is endowed with unique natural landscapes and has a modern, developed tourist infrastructure. The coast of Albena is so vast that it seems endless. The cleanest sea, sandy beaches are marked with the Blue Flag. The entry into the sea is gentle, which is convenient for relaxing even with the smallest children. Albena is a real children's world of relaxation. Along the entire coast, there is a large number and variety of children's playgrounds equipped with inflatable slides and water attractions located right on the surface of the sea. Entertainment programs are organized and carried out in which both children and their parents take part.
A cheerful little train runs through the resort, on which you can travel along the entire coast of Albena. Fans of active sports recreation most often use the bicycle rental service. Thus, the whole family has the opportunity to independently ride around the city and along the sea along specially equipped bicycle paths. The resort is adjacent to the Baltana nature reserve. Literally all vacationers visit it. The greatest pleasure comes from a boat ride through the liana forest. Children especially love the cascading waterfalls here. They love to splash in their waters. The main route for boat trips takes place in the area of Cape Kaliakra, where dolphins are found. Good-natured sea animals escort yachts with tourists. Meeting them brings children true joy.
Beach holidays in Albena can be diversified with cultural and historical programs by visiting the nearby ancient town of Balchik, the ancient Arat-Teke monastery, and the botanical garden with the unusual palace of Queen Mary. Such trips broaden children's horizons and bring spiritual satisfaction to adults. The resort has no shortage of services and facilities for a family holiday. To all the above advantages, you can add one more. Albena is also a balneological resort. Here, not only is the infrastructure completely focused on holidays with children, but also the health programs of local hospitals are designed for both adults and children. Balneocenters have developed and carry out special procedures for children suffering from cerebral palsy, spinal curvature, and weak immunity. The programs are based on the use of mineral waters, herbal infusions, and estuary mud.
The resort center is larger than Golden Sands, but not inferior to it in terms of noise. Sunny Beach is especially popular among European youth, who relax 100%. Party-goers have over a hundred bars, clubs, and discos at their disposal. Their rest time is evening and night. Many of them return to their hotel rooms only in the morning. In the morning and afternoon hours, life in the city is quiet and calm. A massive concentration of tourists is observed mainly on the beach, where all kinds of entertainment are offered for relaxation.
Sunny Beach, despite the noisy environment prevailing at the resort, attracts tourists with children, because the Action water park is located on the territory of the complex. It is the largest in Bulgaria. Many vacationers leave the Sunny Beach resort to explore the ancient city of Nessebar. It's easy to explore on foot. The distance between them is about two kilometers. Nessebar is known all over the world for its antiquity and unique original culture. In recent years, the city has attracted tourists not only to get acquainted with its history, but also with the modern water park “AquaParadise”.
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A good place to relax with children - Obzor. Unlike the previously described resorts, a quiet, calm atmosphere prevails here. The nature of the resort is charming. The Stara Planina mountain range, whose ridges are covered with coniferous forests, descends directly to the sea. The air is crystal clear. The sea is shallow. A narrow strip of sandy beach. It is in this area that the Obzor children's health complex was built. It operates as a camp, but families can send their children there during the day. On the territory of the center, all children are under the supervision of experienced teachers. They study all day long. The children themselves enjoy socializing with new friends.
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Today, Bulgarian beaches are the best in Europe in terms of price-quality ratio for family holidays in the summer, taking into account their proximity to Ukraine and an easy visa regime.
The most popular resorts in Bulgaria and the most suitable places for holidays with children at sea and for family holidays, characteristics of beaches, infrastructure, tips for choosing hotels. How to find comfortable private accommodation on the Black Sea coast in Bulgaria, on your own for a holiday in Bulgaria with children. Where to go to Bulgaria, which resort to choose. How to find budget accommodation on the Bulgarian coast.
Comfortable summer, a measured ratio of city attractions and nature, the Black Sea, developed infrastructure, low prices, budget healthy holidays at sea - all this is about the resorts of Bulgaria. My children grew up on them and at the moment, having visited two dozen countries on three continents, all other things being equal, they will choose Bulgaria without hesitation for the seventh or eighth time.
To date Bulgarian beaches are the best in Europe in terms of price-quality ratio for a family holiday in the summer, taking into account the proximity to Ukraine and an easy visa regime. Not to mention the pricing policy sea resorts of Ukraine already very close to Bulgaria and in some positions it even took a step forward.
All resorts in the text of the article are located in the order in which they appear on the map, first - those closest to Ukraine.
To travel to Bulgaria you need a visa. A Bulgarian visa allows you to transit through Romania. Multishengen is also suitable. Citizens of Ukraine and Moldova do not need a visa if they have a biometric passport.
Albena resort in Bulgaria
Ideal for children and family holidays. Wide beach, gentle entrance to the sea, many trees and very clean air. Located next to the Balta nature reserve. It is better to stay with children in the center of the resort, on the first line. Almost everywhere there are play complexes, swimming pools and mini-water parks, children's animation, amusement parks, slides.
How to find budget hotels in Albena resort
In addition to traditional hotels, a large offer of private villas with sea views, in the first line can be found on Booking.com
Resort Obzor
The longest beach on the coast, a calm and warm resort for families. There is a green park not far from the beach. This resort had very good reviews from my trusted friends, so I included it in the list.
How to find budget accommodation in the resort of Obzor
It is more profitable and faster to search for accommodation on websites of hotel reservation and search systems.
Resort Elenite
A classic gated resort with hotels on the first line, active entertainment and sports grounds on the hotel premises. There is a water park, swimming pools, attractions for children and evening discos for children.
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Resort Sveti Vlas (Saint Vlas)
Located near Sunny Beach, a beautiful seaside resort with its own yacht club. Suitable for budget family holidays - there are many apartments here.
From hotels I can recommend - Paradise Beach with its own beach, including free umbrellas and sun loungers.
"...Saint Vlas and Sunny Beach are adjacent youth resorts with a large number of high-rise apartments, hotels, discos, bars, etc. There is a beautiful promenade, a marina with yachts, good beaches. The infrastructure is well developed.
From apartments I recommend - Victorio, 300 meters to the beach, budget, kitchen and other home amenities. 
Sunny Beach
Most popular resort in Bulgaria along with Golden Sands. Nevertheless, this is a budget place for a family vacation. There are many 2*-3* hotels. The main life hack of this place is not to settle in the center of the resort if you don’t want to join the company of British students and feel the “atmosphere” of frenzy and revelry.
Sunny Beach– this is the south Bulgaria, you can rest from the beginning of June. A free shuttle bus runs throughout the resort. Nearby ancient Nessebar– one of the most beautiful cities on the Black Sea coast of Bulgaria.Find a hotel in Sunny Beach resort
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Please note the following hotels - Hotel Dune, Golden Dreams, Burgas Beach– animation, playgrounds.
The following hotels operate on an all-inclusive basis:
Trakia 3*+ And Trakia Plaza 4* they have a common territory, the hotels are distinguished by the comfort of their rooms, a swimming pool with slides and animation.
hotel Strandzha 4* – quiet area of the resort, first line, children's pool, animation.
Mercury 4* – mini-club, children's slide and swimming pool, animation
Chrysanthemum 4*– fresh rooms, children’s pool, mini-club, animation
Resort village Ravda
It's very close Ravda village, I mentioned him as the best resort in Bulgaria for children and family holidays. Pay attention to him.
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Resort Pomorie
There is no such luxurious greenery as in St. Constantine and Helena, but the housing is a little cheaper and the sea is warmer due to the fact that the resort is located further south. Besides Pomorie- a balneological resort, even Israelis come here because of the cheapness. They say that the local mud is no worse than its “sister” from the Dead Sea.
Nearby are Sunny Beach, Nessebar, Burgas.
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Hotels are worth looking for from the outside Grand Hotel Pomorie(as a guide). On the other hand, where it is hotel St. George– rocky beaches, it won’t be very convenient with children.
Festa Via Pontica Resort– a family resort, a little far from the sea, but captivating with the comfort and size of the rooms. Nearby there is a historical Via Pontica winery, which has been operating since 1932. The excellent rose wine is worth trying.
Resort Sozopol
– a calmer, intimate town for family holidays with a beautiful ancient historical part. A good beach of great length - from the “cultured” one closer to the center to the wild nudist one in the remote part. There is also a large selection of catering - from shawarma to decent establishments on the embankment.
In the vicinity of Sozopol, for those who like privacy, I can recommend a couple of hotels.
ARKUTINO RESORT 4*- a cozy and very quiet hotel near , suitable for families with children, no discos, but organic products from the farm and a fresh Black Sea breeze. The hotel is located on a hill - you will have to go up and down often. Walking to the sea along a wooden boardwalk through the Dunes - this has its own romance.
LAGUNA BEACH RESORT & SPA 4*- on the other hand, it is located on the coast and is suitable for families for a long holiday. Apartments of varying sizes and prices, there are three-storey villas with kitchens and terraces, some are surprising in scale and luxury for Bulgaria.
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Apartments and private housing
If you want to combine budget and home comfort, then my advice is to look for an apartment or other private housing in Booking.com - Sozopol
Resort Duni
Gated resort, for those who prefer a quiet reservation near the sea to noisy villages and resort towns, which includes a beach, sun loungers, restaurants, sports activities and a calm atmosphere.
A wide beach, sand dunes, picturesque nature and a thousand activities for outdoor enthusiasts, from darts to trails for skiing and mountain biking. All conditions for children from toddlers to 12 years old.
Feature of the resort- a local amphitheater, which by the end of the day turns into the center of evening life.
How to find budget accommodation in the Duni resort
Hotels in Duni convenient to search on the aggregator website Hotels Combined (Room Guru)- he is looking for the best priced accommodation on dozens of booking sites. 
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