Albena Beach Club Hotel Reviews

I have to say that on going here in August last year, we went with more than a hint of trepidation having read the reviews. We didn't start well, having booked a two bed apartment we arrived very late only to shut the door and find one bedroom. The First Choice rep was excellent and by the end of the next day we were where we should have been. Our apartment was huge, very clean and comfortable with lovely sea views. Considering we only paid £1800 in the school holidays for 4 of us I think we got brilliant value for money. The food was basic, hot and plentiful, to be honest we can't really understand the complaints, you get what you pay for at the end of the day. Entertainment was hit and miss, but the entertainments team were one of the nicest groups of people we have ever met. They loved the kids and it was reciprocated. OK, the rose seller was a complete pain but it's all part of the experience. We ventured out and about a bit- the jeep safari absolutely not to be missed; probably best to give Varna a miss unless you know exactly where to go as we had a bad experience in the market; horseriding down the beach was fab as was the Bulgarian day. It was a great holiday- we like to get a flavour of the country we are staying in and don't want anything that is too 'english'. If you go here expecting the party scene and english pubs it probably isn't the place for you, but if you are after somewhere quiet with a great beach and friendly welcoming people, go...you will have a great time.

This was the worst holiday we've ever had! The accomodation was ok, the maid was really friendly and our room always felt clean. The flush function on our toilet kept on breaking and had to be fixed several times during our stay. We found the hotel staff friendly, but we experienced racist comments on our trip to Varna. Watch out for the beggars if you go there, they are really persistant. We also found a lot of the Bulgarians rude. The food at the hotel was ok for a few days but became boring and repetative and we resorted to eating out. The evening entertainment, (if you can call it that) consisted of the staff dressing up in costumes and miming to English songs. The beach was COVERED in ciggarette butts and everyone smoked where ever you went. The resort was dull and although it was cheap, everyone was trying to sell you something. There was one man in particular selling roses who became a real pest, asking over and over again if we wanted to buy one every evening! If you just want to get a tan and don't mind smoke, then this would be a good holiday destination, if you are after culture, luxury, exciting things to do, don't go here.

We have just returned from two weeks AI at the Albena Beach Club.During the two weeks my family and I had no problems whatsoever. The food and drink at the hotel are excellent.There was a wide selection to choose from and all tastes were catered for. If anyone can complain about the food selection,quality or choice then they are really being picky. The staff were very friendly. Yes I got served drinks in plastic cups BUT only when I was by the pool. In the bar in reception or during meals it was always glass and I got served more than two drinks. There are two pools at the hotel both are small but sufficient because the hotel is on the beach, literally!! The animations team at the hotel work really hard and there is a full days worth of activities for both children and adults. Albena is a safe resort and this was our second holiday there. Weather in August was hot 35-40. The room was on the small side but you dont spend your holiday in your room do you? I would recommend this hotel without hesitation.

Just back from a week All Inclusive at the Albena Beach Club Hotel.

Weather was fantastic, couple of thunderstorms but cleared up very quickly. Transfer time was 3 hours from Bourgas Airport which wasnt so good since in the brochure it says 45 minutes and Varna airport is only half an hour from the resort. Hotel room was nice, we were on the fourth floor with a sea view. Very clean, maid service every day with fresh towels. Minibar stocked up every day with juice, chocolate and alcohol, very tempting! Beach was lovely and clean. Kids and husband enjoyed the watersports closeby. We generally used the pool at the sister hotel as it was larger and had a kids pool as well. Was a good place to go if looking for a relaxing weeks break but not if your looking for plenty to do. Little or no entertainment at night so made use of the train going into the town most nights which was cheap and regular, train came every ten minutes.

Big problem we found was the food. Lack of variety, strange concoctions, (sausage stuffed with cheese anyone?) luke warm and unappealing. Kids and I lived on chips pasta and rice, even husband who'll normally eat anything struggled to find something edible. Snack bar does pizza, chips and mini burgers every day but even they didnt look very appetising. Found that the majority of the foreigners didnt grasp the queuing system at the buffet! Ate out at the steak house nearby which was nice, staff friendly and attentive, cheap prices. Avoid the chinese in the town, not that the food was bad but the curry was anything but and had raw carrots all through it!

Apart from the food situation we did have a fab weeks break, would definitely go back to bulgaria but probably somewhere a bit livelier and with a shorter tranfer time.

resort itself fantastic beaches great, the sea wonderful. The hotel was ok food left a lot to be desired very much the same night after night. Not alot for a 13 year old boy to do and the nightlife was not brilliant. The entertainment staff did their best but did not seem to be trained very well. People were very friendly and helpful and eating out was very cheap although you dont expect to have to do this on a all inclusive holiday. Would go back again but not to this hotel.