Many tourists, tired of the daily noise and crowded streets of big cities, are looking for a quiet and comfortable vacation somewhere in nature. And one of such quiet and cozy places on the sea coast can be the picturesque resort of the Republic of Abkhazia - New Athos.
Resort New Athos
Due to some remoteness from the border with the Russian Federation, the number of tourists here is much less than in many resorts of Abkhazia. The tourist infrastructure in New Athos is still developing. There are no huge shops and hypermarkets, numerous annoying entertainments on the beach, and the bustle of the city that has long been familiar. But there are plenty of natural pebble beaches, the purest water in the sea, architectural and religious sights located within walking distance and unique landscapes with amazing vegetation, waterfalls and small ponds.
But in order not to spoil your vacation with unpleasant little things, it is very important not to make a mistake with the choice of your place of residence. Many Abkhazian hotels were built back in Soviet times, and at the momentthey need to improve the condition of their housing stock and the level of services provided. It is better not to consider them for placement.
First of all, you need to pay attention to new hotels and mini-hotels that have appeared in resorts in recent years due to the active development of the tourism industry. Here tourists are offered comfortable rooms, quality food, excellent service. A worthy option for a good rest can be the Villa Owl hotel.
Short description of the hotel
The unusual shape of the four-story building of the Villa Sova Hotel (Abkhazia, Athos), the colorful view of its facade attract the eyes of many vacationers. For the first time, the hotel met its tourists in May 2015, offering them forty one-room and two-room comfortable rooms, which offer breathtaking views of the sea and mountains.
On the first floor of the hotel there is a cozy cafe with panoramic windows overlooking the sea and a hand-painted interior. Here, guests are always waiting for delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners on a custom menu.
The hotel has a small but very well-groomed territory, which is guarded around the clock. Entrance to it is carried out using a magnetic key issued to all residents of the hotel.
Location
The spectacular hotel "Villa Sova" is located on the first line in the central part of the city of New Athos, it is 5 minutes away from the main attractions of the resortcar. The exact address of the hotel: Republic of Abkhazia, New Athos, Sukhumi Highway, 30.
You can get to the hotel from the Russian Federation as follows:
- From Sochi airport or Adler railway station, take public transport or taxi (about 15 kilometers) to the border with Abkhazia (Psou river).
- Go through the border posts on foot.
- Through the territory of Abkhazia by public transport or private taxi (about 100 kilometers) drive to New Athos.
Rooms
In the 2016 season, the well-known tour operator Biblio Globus is the exclusive seller of tours to the Villa Sova Hotel. Prices and the number of available rooms of various categories are posted on the official website of the operator. Without the services of an intermediary, it will be possible to reserve a room (subject to availability) only a month before the expected date of arrival.
Forty rooms of different levels of comfort are at the service of vacationers. All rooms are equipped with comfortable furniture, air conditioning, refrigerator, TV, safe, telephone, tea set. Slippers, a bathrobe and hygiene items are prepared for each guest in an individual bathroom. All rooms are divided into the following categories:
- Standard - a one-room suite with an area of 12-14 sq. m, designed to accommodate 1-3 guests. All rooms have a balcony. In some rooms it is possible to install an extra bed - a folding bed. A week of accommodation for 2 people with breakfast will cost 30,000 - 35,000 rubles.
- Standardplus - a one-room suite with an area of 17 sq. m, equipped with a wide bay-window balcony or an attic with a balcony. This category of rooms is located on the upper floors of the building. Accommodation of two guests for a seven-day period with breakfast will cost 33,000 - 40,000 rubles.
- Junior suite - a two-room or one-room suite with two balconies and can accommodate 4 people. A week of renting a room for two guests with breakfast will cost 37,000 - 45,000 rubles.
- Suite is a spacious one-room suite with two balconies, one of which is a panoramic terrace overlooking the sea. The maximum capacity of the room is 4 people. The cost of a weekly stay for two guests with breakfast will cost 50,000 - 58,000 rubles.
- Premium Suite - the best room in the hotel "Villa Sova" with a living room, bedroom and two bathrooms. The room also has a large terrace and two side balconies. It can comfortably accommodate 4 people. For seven days of accommodation with breakfast for 2 guests, you will need to pay 86,000 - 96,000 rubles.
Food
Buying a tour to the Villa Sova Hotel (Abkhazia), guests do not need to worry about high-quality and nutritious food during their holidays. Breakfasts are already included in the price of the voucher, a set lunch or dinner for an additional fee is offered in the dining room on the first floor of the hotel. The cafe operates on the principle of "custom menu".
Beach
Villa Sova Hotel (New Athos) is located on the first coastline. Only a few meters separate the hotel building from the equippedpebble beach. To get to the beach, just go down the stairs of the hotel.
Entrance to the beach is free, rental of beach equipment (sun umbrellas and sun loungers) is available for an additional fee. But this is not an obligatory service at all, you can perfectly sit on your own beach mat at the very edge of the sea.
Additional amenities
To make the stay of guests at the Villa Sova hotel pleasant and comfortable, the hotel staff is ready to offer a number of additional services that are not automatically included in the cost of the tourist package, but are purchased exclusively at will and paid separately.
- Late check out. If the guest wishes to check out later than the check-out time set at the hotel, then he pays for a full day.
- Meeting guests at the railway station or airport.
- Excursion service in Abkhazia on comfortable cars.
- Laundry and ironing of personal belongings of guests.
- Installation of an extra bed is strictly in agreement with the hotel. Children under the age of 5 stay free of charge using existing bedding and no meals.
- Secured parking for private vehicles.
- Free accommodation for pets up to 5 kilos.
- Access free Wi-Fi on site.
Positive feedback
Villa Sova Hotel (Abkhazia) started its work only last year, but the Internet has alreadythere are first impressions of tourists. As a rule, vacationers are satisfied with their stay at the hotel, their positive comments confirm the veracity of the photos and descriptions in the promotional brochures.
- The bright fabulous view of the hotel, its evening illumination, a small but very cozy area and incredible proximity to the sea delight the guests.
- The rooms are spacious, equipped with new and modern furniture and appliances. There is even a clothes dryer on the balcony.
- The cafe on the ground floor serves tasty and satisfying food (custom menu). Meals prepared by local chefs are made from quality products and are reminiscent of home cooking.
- Reception staff are very responsive and polite administrators, ready to answer any questions.
Many tourists who visited the Villa Sova 3 hotel are even ready to give it much more stars. But, as vacationers also write, there is no need to stop at the achieved results, as there are still points that should be worked on.
Cons of the hotel (according to some vacationers)
- Poor sound insulation in the room.
- TV shows 2-3 channels.
- Unstable and weak Wi-Fi signal.
- In the canteen, hot meals are sometimes served cold.
- On the beach, sometimes the shower doesn't work. The reason for the inoperability is not explained.
Hotel "Villa Sova" (Abkhazia) is the best option in terms of price and quality for families with children and people who crave peace and quiet. Here are the guestspay only for those services that they really need on vacation. The hotel can be safely recommended to your relatives and friends.
