Y alta is undoubtedly the most famous and fashionable resort in Crimea. This city is spread out on gentle slopes of hills, surrounded on three sides by high mountain ranges, which, preventing the penetration of cold air from the mainland to the coast, contribute to the formation of a unique climate.
Climatic conditions
Winter here is incredibly short and mild, snow, if it happens, lies for just a few hours, not having time to please the kids. Summer comes already in May, and there are even more sunny days a year than in Sochi. The most courageous swimmers open the season towards the end of April, and the beaches are completely empty only by the end of October.
History of Y alta
Residents of the city often tell a beautiful legend that explains the history of the origin of their city. Hundreds of years ago, Greek sailors wandered the distant seas in search of new lands. The Black Sea turned out to be harsh, we had to swim in thick fog, for severalThe strongest storm did not stop for days. The sailors ran out of fresh water and food supplies. But suddenly the fog parted before them, and they saw in the distance the long-awaited land. "Yalos! Coast!" they shouted. Since then, the coastal settlement has acquired the name Y alta. However, Crimean researchers have not yet found confirmation of this romantic legend.
It is authentically known that already in the 5th century BC. e. coastal areas were inhabited by Taurians, in the 13th century Venetian merchants descended to the southern coast of Crimea, who were soon forced out by the Genoese. At the end of the 15th century, Y alta passed into the possession of the Turkish Sultan. And when in 1783 the Crimea became part of the Russian Empire, it was only a tiny settlement, consisting of 13 courtyards, but in which there were both a church and a mosque.
Push to development
Count Vorontsov, who became the governor of the Novorossiysk Territory, played a huge role in the development of Y alta. He dreamed of seeing beautiful resorts instead of the poor dull villages of Crimea and did a lot to make his dreams come true. M. S. Vorontsov built roads between settlements, established sea communication, distributed land for the cultivation of vineyards. The result was not long in coming. Despite the fact that the village had only two streets and one stone building, and almost the entire rest of the territory was occupied by the private sector, Y alta was already declared a city in 1838.
Rampant construction in the region began in the seventies of the 19th century, when the royal family acquired the nearby village of Livadia. Holidays in Y alta became popular andprestigious.
The construction of fashionable hotels, restaurants and shops quickly began in the city. Many of them still delight their visitors today.
City hotels
The first hotels were opened in Y alta in the middle of the 19th century, but "Russia", which received the first visitors in 1875, became the most comfortable. It was here that the famous N. A. Nekrasov, A. P. Chekhov, M. P. Musogorsky stayed. It was from this period that the ongoing competition among hotels began. Hoteliers compete to see whose hotel will be the most luxurious, who will be able to offer their guests a full range of all kinds of services. Today, the most popular are Oreanda, Krym, Bristol, Tavrida, Y alta-Intourist.
However, since tsarist times, what Y alta is especially famous for is the private sector. And if earlier vacationers were offered modest dachas and small rooms, now the variety of offers of private hotels and apartments makes choosing a place to stay a very long and entertaining process.
Private sector
Of course, staying in a hotel allows you not to think about a lot of everyday problems. The maid will always put things in order in the room, and in the morning most hotels offer a hearty breakfast. But for those who want to relax on the sea on a budget and rent inexpensive accommodation in a city like Y alta, the private sector seems to be the best option.
According to tourists, independent travel also has a lotbenefits. Since Y alta is the most expensive resort in Crimea, the private sector provides a good opportunity to save money. Guests of the city continue to live their usual lives, adhering to the established routine, not being tied to the rules dictated by the hotel or sanatorium.
However, not only the desire to save money leads people to the private sector. Y alta is also able to satisfy the needs of tourists who prefer a secluded luxury vacation. Many positive reviews are left by people who rent comfortable villas with a private pool, sauna, gym.
Principles of value formation
When looking for housing in Y alta (it doesn't matter if it's a private sector or a hotel), you need to take into account that land in these places is fabulously expensive, so you can only count on low prices in February. The closer to the sea is housing, so it is, of course, more expensive. Also, when setting prices, landlords take into account the terrain. The city descends from the mountains to the sea, so having a back road from the beach all the way up can also significantly affect the amount of rent. Another important factor for those planning a holiday in Y alta is that the private sector is supplied with water according to the schedule. The absence or presence of a regular water supply has a significant impact on the price set by the landlord.
Budget options. Apartments and rooms
A wonderful place for those who want to get a quality vacation at a reasonable price - Crimea. Y alta,whose private sector is growing from year to year, will be an excellent option. After all, prices in this city, although they exceed the average for the peninsula, are still very far from Sochi.
The most budget option is to rent a small apartment or room on the outskirts. Of course, one should not expect ultra-modern repairs in the room at a cost of 700 rubles per person per day, but there will definitely be everything you need. Among the obvious advantages of this accommodation option is the price. As disadvantages, reviews note the inevitable presence of neighbors, queues in common areas, as well as close attention from the owners.
A slightly more expensive option that allows you to make your vacation in Y alta more comfortable is a turnkey private sector, that is, without owners. The rental price depends both on the location of the apartment and on its staffing. The presence in the apartment of air conditioning and modern renovation instantly increases the price of rent. For those who are ready to sacrifice comfort, it is quite possible to find acceptable options for 900 rubles per person. The only drawback of such apartments is their remoteness from the sea.
Budget options. Guest houses
Often tourists, tired of life in megacities, are looking for peace, unity with nature on vacation and hope that Crimea will be able to provide them with what they want. Y alta, the private sector of which has been formed over more than 150 years, has a large number of private land holdings, on which, along with the dwellings of the owners,equipped guest houses for tourists.
The farther the cottages are from the coastline, the greater the area of free territory at the disposal of the owners and their guests. Tourists receive not only comfortable rooms, but also enough space in the garden to admire the sea sunsets, enjoy freshly prepared barbecue and a rich bouquet of Massandra wine. Those who arrived in Y alta in their own car do not find any drawbacks in this accommodation option. Reviews indicate that even with the most remote location of housing, the road to the sea will not take more than 20 minutes. And if guests of the city do not have a car available, you can get to the beach by regularly running public transport. In this case, you should be mentally prepared to spend quite a long time on the road every day. But the fresh air, saturated with the aroma of the Crimean pine and mountain flowers, the absence of a large crowd of people more than compensate for some inconveniences.
Housing by the sea
For those tourists who are willing to pay for comfort, the private sector in Y alta by the sea offers many options. Here you can find comfortable apartments in historical buildings on the waterfront, apartments in modern coastal new buildings, and modern guest houses very close to the beach. All of them provide the proper level of comfort: the presence of air conditioning and hot water, excellent repair and comfortable furniture. The hosts are ready to provide their guests with a regular change of bed linen and towels.
As a rule, in the reviews of city gueststhere is practically no negative attitude towards housing in a more expensive segment. The people of Y alta value their reputation. And if the ad states the presence of air conditioning in every room, then you can be 100 percent sure that it will be so. Lease agreements are also strictly enforced. Now you almost never meet unscrupulous hosts offering tourists the private sector. Y alta, with its diversity, allows you to quickly find a replacement for dishonest property owners.
Pros and cons
And despite the proximity to the sea, entertainment, shops, some tourists note crampedness, crowding, lack of individual space as a disadvantage. And this is not surprising, because demand creates supply, and the number of people who want to rent a house closer to the beach does not decrease.
Living in the center is unlikely to be calm - loud music, noise, singing, hum of voices are unlikely to allow you to fall asleep before midnight. But if the program of your stay in Y alta includes visiting nightclubs and discos, then accommodation near the embankment will not disappoint tourists.
Luxury Holidays
In addition to the standard living conditions offered by the private sector, Y alta is able to provide its guests with something special. Secluded villas that can be rented for a family or company will make your vacation in Crimea unforgettable. They guarantee atypical privacy, and the level of comfort will satisfy the taste of the most demanding clients. As a rule, villas are located at some distance from the coastline, but they have their own swimming pool, garden, gymand often a sauna. As evidenced by the rave reviews of the lucky ones, the quality of rest in Y alta villas can be compared with Italian or Spanish resorts.
Search for suitable options
Nowadays, renting real estate does not present any difficulties for those who are going on vacation to the Crimea. Y alta, where you can find accommodation (private sector and hotels) for every taste, gladly opens its gates to young people and pensioners, mature couples and families with preschool children.
How not to make a mistake in choosing the right option? You can go the traditional way and contact a travel agency. As a rule, each of them has established contacts with the owners of small private hotels. The manager without fail will acquaint you with all the nuances of the rest. 100% occupancy guarantee. Cons include limited offers and additional costs.
You can save some money by searching for housing on your own. On the Internet, there are many sites offering quality holidays in the Crimea. Y alta is no exception. The private sector, whose photos allow you to see the smallest details of the premises, is represented on many specialized sites and ad sites. The possibilities for choice are truly endless. In this case, all risks are borne by the independent tourist.
Be that as it may, all people are individual. And what the long-awaited vacation will be depends largely not only on the surrounding comfort and the quality of the providedservices, but also on the general mood that tourists will share with others.
