Riu Palace Helena Sands Hotel, Sunny Beach, Bulgaria
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Recent Price: £92
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Hotel Description:
With an 8km stretch of fine sandy beach on your doorstep this is a beach lovers dream. Set in lush surrounds and with a large pool and fabulous facilities the Riu Helena Sands is a great destination for a family holiday. Cast your worries away as you lie back by the pool as your children enjoy the numerous activities on offer. By night revel in the entertainment or simply stroll along the sea front in the company of a gentle sea breeze and the setting sun. loading...
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Riu Palace Helena Sands Hotel Reviews
" A wonderful holiday made perfect by... "
Submitted By: Ms L Ludick
A wonderful holiday made perfect by the Hotel Riu Palace Helena Sands, Sunny Beach, Bulgaria (Bourgas)
We went for sun and luxury and that's what we got, seven days of blue skies and a wonderful hotel worthy of the 5 star rating.
Sunny Beach itself isn't for everyone, it is very commercial but don't be put of by that if you stay at this hotel.
The hotel sits at the quiet end of Sunny Beach, a short stroll across the non traffic road takes you directly onto the beach for a dip in the Black Sea, which I hasten to add is slightly warmer than that of the hotel pool.
All staff were very friendly from more senior managerial staff to the ladies cleaning the floors and rooms.
The food was perfect, something for everyone whatever country they were from. If you find fault with the food at this hotel you will find fault anywhere, it was faultless.
Being English there was something to suit out taste at both breakfast and dinner, plus a choice of other foods that one simply had to try. What doesn't suit you you dont eat again, it's as simple as that. Dishes were changed every day so there was no boredom in choice.
Cleanliness was a priority in and around the hotel and as far as we saw couldn't be faulted.
As for the prices of drinks and snacks at the hotel pool they are quite pricey so don't expect cheap, it is a 5 star hotel. If you're looking for cheap booze a walk along the road will probably find it for you, but you'll get what you pay for.
I find it hard to put into words how lovely this hotel is, and funds permitting we will certainly return again.
The busy part at Sunny Beach resort itself although very commercial, at no time were we spoken to rudely or pushed into buying things that we didn't want. A browse in the shops was always relaxing with a friendly 'thank you' when we left, even if not buying.
I can highly recommend a trip to Nessebar, a short bus trip for 2 Lev, (£1) either daytime or evening is something not to miss. The old town has many interesting buildings and a better choice of shops than those along Sunny Beach. The locals were very friendly and helpful people.
The local airport is a small but efficiently run airport with a few coffee and duty free shops to pass the time while waiting to board.
Summing up, a wonder holiday all round. The hotel - Perfect.
We went for sun and luxury and that's what we got, seven days of blue skies and a wonderful hotel worthy of the 5 star rating.
Sunny Beach itself isn't for everyone, it is very commercial but don't be put of by that if you stay at this hotel.
The hotel sits at the quiet end of Sunny Beach, a short stroll across the non traffic road takes you directly onto the beach for a dip in the Black Sea, which I hasten to add is slightly warmer than that of the hotel pool.
All staff were very friendly from more senior managerial staff to the ladies cleaning the floors and rooms.
The food was perfect, something for everyone whatever country they were from. If you find fault with the food at this hotel you will find fault anywhere, it was faultless.
Being English there was something to suit out taste at both breakfast and dinner, plus a choice of other foods that one simply had to try. What doesn't suit you you dont eat again, it's as simple as that. Dishes were changed every day so there was no boredom in choice.
Cleanliness was a priority in and around the hotel and as far as we saw couldn't be faulted.
As for the prices of drinks and snacks at the hotel pool they are quite pricey so don't expect cheap, it is a 5 star hotel. If you're looking for cheap booze a walk along the road will probably find it for you, but you'll get what you pay for.
I find it hard to put into words how lovely this hotel is, and funds permitting we will certainly return again.
The busy part at Sunny Beach resort itself although very commercial, at no time were we spoken to rudely or pushed into buying things that we didn't want. A browse in the shops was always relaxing with a friendly 'thank you' when we left, even if not buying.
I can highly recommend a trip to Nessebar, a short bus trip for 2 Lev, (£1) either daytime or evening is something not to miss. The old town has many interesting buildings and a better choice of shops than those along Sunny Beach. The locals were very friendly and helpful people.
The local airport is a small but efficiently run airport with a few coffee and duty free shops to pass the time while waiting to board.
Summing up, a wonder holiday all round. The hotel - Perfect.
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2008
- Board Basis:Half Board
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" Just returned from Bulgaria staying... "
Submitted By: Mrs L A Williams
Just returned from Bulgaria staying at the Helena Sands. Had a brilliant holiday could not find fault with anything. The hotel is situated the right distance away from the hustle and bustle but you can walk to it no problem. The food was varied and always hot, the staff were excellent, the room was excellent and the hotel was spotless. The representative who was Bulgarian was the best rep we have ever come across. Everything about the holiday was brilliant.
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- Date of Holiday:Jul 2008
- Board Basis:Half Board
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" The Sunny Beach resort in Bulgaria... "
Submitted By: Mr F Hussain
The Sunny Beach resort in Bulgaria was an excellent experience. The weather was near perfect 25c-30c, The hotel is right on the beach. Helena Sands hotel is situated on the beach of Sunny beach resort, 2.5 km from the centre and 28km from Burgas airport.
The hotel consists of 194 guestrooms each with private bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, central air conditioning/heating (according to season), fitted carpet, sat-TV, mini-bar, sofa bed, balcony. Hotel suites have bathroom with bidet, bathrobe and extra toilet, separated or adjoining living room with sofa bed, sea view. Duplex suites are on two floors and have hydro massage bathtub.
Hotel facilities consist of lobby bar; lounge bar with terrace; restaurant with non-smoking section and terrace; conference room; Internet room (additional charge); heated indoor swimming pool (90sq meters) with adjoining Jacuzzi; complimentary gym; spa with different treatments, massages, sauna, steam bath and beauty salon (additional charge); hairdresser, boutique, souvenir and wine shop.
It food and drink was cheap. The city Varna close by had good night life and shopping. The total cost came to about £1500 for 2 adults 2 children.
The hotel consists of 194 guestrooms each with private bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, central air conditioning/heating (according to season), fitted carpet, sat-TV, mini-bar, sofa bed, balcony. Hotel suites have bathroom with bidet, bathrobe and extra toilet, separated or adjoining living room with sofa bed, sea view. Duplex suites are on two floors and have hydro massage bathtub.
Hotel facilities consist of lobby bar; lounge bar with terrace; restaurant with non-smoking section and terrace; conference room; Internet room (additional charge); heated indoor swimming pool (90sq meters) with adjoining Jacuzzi; complimentary gym; spa with different treatments, massages, sauna, steam bath and beauty salon (additional charge); hairdresser, boutique, souvenir and wine shop.
It food and drink was cheap. The city Varna close by had good night life and shopping. The total cost came to about £1500 for 2 adults 2 children.
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2005
- Board Basis:Full Board
- Tour Operator:Airtours
" The hotel is lovely both stylish and... "
Submitted By: Mrs S A Canning
The hotel is lovely both stylish and tasteful and finished to a high standard.
Staff were polite and friendly especially the restaurant staff, who all had a smile for you.
There is a varied buffet menu and I’m sure everyone would find something to suit them.
Across the road is a lovely sandy beach with safe swimming.
The hotel made the holiday for us and it is easily the best hotel in Sunny Beach
Staff were polite and friendly especially the restaurant staff, who all had a smile for you.
There is a varied buffet menu and I’m sure everyone would find something to suit them.
Across the road is a lovely sandy beach with safe swimming.
The hotel made the holiday for us and it is easily the best hotel in Sunny Beach
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2005
- Board Basis:Half Board
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" The Hotel was excellent and the... "
Submitted By: Mr J Mccartan
The Hotel was excellent and the resort is magnificent. It’s great for families and couples. When you walk out the entrance your on a promenade full of bars restaurants and tons of night life. Everything is amazing, if you keep walking down the prom you will get to the resort centre were there are loads of things to do. On the prom there are shooting ranges, catapult rides, traperlens and much more.
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2004
- Board Basis:Half Board
- Tour Operator:Thomson
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The rooms were cleaned and fresh towels and bedding everyday...
I have just got a couple of things that are not good.
I have stayed in a few 5 Star Hotels and I have never had to pay for the Safety Deposit Box (40lv), kettle for the room (40lv), I thing this not good and these should be included in the price you pay.
Also cause all the flights are night flights you don't arrive until the early hours of the Sat Morn, even though your holiday starts on the Friday..But when you check out you after be out of the room by noon and again if you want to extend it is 15 lev's a hour. We were not getting collected until 13 hours after check out time,I think this is a little steep and this should be told when booking
Caroline Atack
Came back Sat 19th Sept 2009
Advice: Two parts, this hotel is at the quite end, about 30 min walk to the mad life...Nice for a relaxing
Activities:
Good for: Beach