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Reviews of Effect Algara Beach Resort - Ultra All Inclusive and Free Parking 4 stars

45 Chernomorska Str, 9649 Kranevo, Bulgaria

#2 of 36 hotels in Kranevo

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Review score

Based on 622 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.3

  • Comfort

    9.4

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.2

  • Staff

    9.5

  • Value for money

    9.1

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 21 December 2023

    8.0
    The hotel looks very good, has a lot of facilities and the food is great!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Double Room with Park View (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights

    The receptionist told us that the hotel bar is 24/7, which was also written on the wall next to the bar, but it closed at 2 AM.

    The food is delicious, there is a big variety of products to choose from. The entertainment team was very nice. The room looks great.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    8.0
    If you never been there, give it a shot.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Direct Sea View
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed in August, third year in a row, and though we really liked and recommended the hotel to all our friends until now, things have changed. Particularly, we were disappointed that they tried to give us another room( we booked frontal sea view) and wanted to gives us Side Sea View( in the main building) and really tried to convince us that is the same with what we booked. Second, the cleaning was not that high level as in previous years and that was something really important to us. Cleaning meant changing towels and toilet paper, no change of bed sheets or vacuuming the floor. Also the areas around the premises were not that cleaned as in previous years. Third, the beach was awful. For a few days they didn’t clean the beach, there was a storm at the sea and the beach was full with algae and branches etc. Never saw someone to clean the sun beds and, trust me, they are dirty. Food at the restaurant was tasty but not that various as in previous years and we only had 1 Themed night though in the past they organized more. All in all, I feel that the hotel has lost some of its spark due to lowering standards. Maybe they were tired at the end of August and didn’t put that much effort, maybe they were too busy with tourists and were short of staff. I don’t know but our friends that also stayed at the hotel share the same opinion that they will not come back.

    Location is great and the Frontal Sea views rooms. That would be the only reason for coming again.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 October 2023

    9.0
    A gem at the beach in Kranevo!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Double Room with Park View (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Some of the Kosara staff was not really friendly, and the mojito in the beach bar was not good at all, which caused us to move to the lobby bar in the evening, where the mojito was great! In our previous 2 experiences the Kosara bar was the best place to be, not this time unfortunately.

    The buffet restaurant is simply amazing, for breakfast, lunch and dinner loads of really great options. The Royal club rooms are fantastic, despite not getting the room we wanted, this one was great as well. The beach and pool are great maintained. The animation staff if friendly and great.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room with Direct Sea View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very friendly staff, nice varied meals (a little unseasoned but it’s a matter of taste), ultra all inclusive means ultra all inclusive for real (unlimited drinks and snacks as well as main meals), beautiful sea view, clean room (cleaned everyday).

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 30 September 2023

    8.0
    A place to relax and enjoy the sea carelessly
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Could have appreciate better pillows. Other than that, everything was super ok.

    The staff, the proximity to the beach and all the inside facilities and activities

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    End of season Sea wind. Nothing but good for the hotel

    Lots of facilities, easy secure parking, great all inclusive experience

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Wifi could be better in the room. Outside noise from late drinkers on the tables can be (and it was) a problem. But the reception staff was very helpful.

    Excellent hotel close to the beach. Excellent food. Large room. Great experience!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 September 2023

    10
    Perfect as usual
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to dislike.

    Everything was perfect as always. We have stayed at the hotel several times and we never got bored or disappointed. Our experience was great. Excellent food, entertainments and facilities offered. Staff is polite and professional and always ready to assist.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    8.0
    Pleasant hotel and staff at great beachfront location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Dinner time is advertised until 9pm but in really everything stops at 8.30, staff start collecting food and clearing up. I get that they want to finish but then the closing time should also be respected.

    Beachfront location, great for enjoy the sun and sea

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 20 September 2023

    9.0
    Very pleasant and relaxing for a family with kids
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some noise in our room due to some ventilation system of the building ( our rooms were close to this area; note: I am not talking about the air conditioning in the room, that one is fine). The outside playgrounds should be refurbished. The tennis court could be improved.

    The location has both green spaces and a lovely beach. Everything in convenient, drinks/food are good,

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 18 September 2023

    8.0
    We love it, but this time felt a little bit degraded
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Royal Double Room with Park View (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    This is the third time we come here and we totally love it. However, there are a few things I did dislike this time especially. The event (wedding) held at the beach restaurant blocked the access to that restaurant on Saturday. This isn't a problem if they have moved all the facilities from there to another place / bar, but that did not happen. The possibility of eating throughout the day did not cover the entire day, it was a little bit difficult this time to schedule the meals for the kid. It felt like the season came to an end, because compared to June (we went there in June as well) now it felt a little bit degraded, the aspect and the services (even if the schedule for dinner for example was until 9:00pm, they started to clean and free tables from 8:30 which felt like rushing).

    The concept, the location, the food, the staff (especially the guys from entertainment)

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 16 September 2023

    9.0
    Nice vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    - cleaning was done minimal, they only changed the toilet paper and towels but they didn't change the bed sheets in our 6 days staying and neither did they clean the floor

    The hotel is located on the beach with a nice view, spacious rooms with large bathrooms, the food was plentiful and tasty, staff was very friendly and the big garden of this hotel is a bonus

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    10
    Quality relaxaing Destination
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room with Direct Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Beach view from Balcony amazing Sound of waves therapeutic and calming Food very good quality

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 September 2023

    10
    a wonderful vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights

    In the first two days, the hotel's private beach was full of debris from the water, it could have been cleaned. Even if there was a storm at sea, the beach must be clean, tourists come to the sea for the beach.

    It was the most beautiful stay in Bulgaria and especially in Kranevo where I have been going for 4 years. The hotel is located on the beach. The rooms are large, I had a partial view of the sea and I could see the sunrise from the balcony. Large, clean and spacious bathroom. Cleaning was done when you wanted, because they implemented an electronic system at the door where you could indicate if you wanted to be cleaned or if you wanted not to be disturbed. All the meals were excellent, the food was very good and very plentiful. Everyone had a choice. The staff is very kind and nice to all tourists. A bonus for the staff of this hotel are the fun activities: darts, water gymnastics, etc. I will come back next year and I recommend this hotel.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Acomodation close to beach, 24h lobby bar for drinks, water in plastic bootle (0.33l and 1.5l). Coktails included in ultra all inclhsive package. Baby food place in restaurant with powdered milk, porrige, baby food in jars, snacks for baby. Great place for family with kids. Good entertainment for kids.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 August 2023

    9.0
    Overall is was worth the money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Direct Sea View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some staff excel at their skills, while others seem unhappy. In the reservation it is mentioned that you can access the “reservations only” restaurant. Which we tried to reseve 2 nights in a row, but the answer was that it is always full. When contacting reception about it, they mentioned that you can only book the restaurant if your stay is for more than 4 nights (we had 3, but no one acutually checked when trying to book a table, so that was not the reson we never were able to), however in the booking confirmation the “benefit” is stated, so there should be a clarification between the two, hotel and booking. Also, looking at the restaurant, it was never full, never more than 3 tables were taken. When arriving an explanatory tour would be nice, maybe a flyer with a “map”. We just randonly scanned a qr coded, but no one told us that’s where we’ll find the information. The animation team was very nice, and the kids activity also nice. However the toys and activities were worn out, and needed to be clean or replaced. The pool area also needs to get some attention in terms of esthtics, as it does not live up to the rest of the location.

    Everything was great, the beach is nice, sunbeds available all the time. The food is diverse and the restaurant is not crowded. Nice animation team.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 28 August 2023

    10
    Great vacation
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment Deluxe (3 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No forced ventilation in the bathrooms.

    The room overall, the beach( sun beds, sand, waterfront) and the dining area .

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2023

    8.0
    I recommend, but there is room for improvement
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Apartment Deluxe (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In principle, there is a lack of facilities for children, the small pool is not well-maintained, and the water is dirty. A larger and heated pool for children should be created. The cleanliness within the restaurant premises should be improved.

    The location, the garden, good parking.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Cleaning was superficial, some bad smell coming from the bathroom, the pool could be a arranged little nicer

    Location, proximity to the beach, lots of green space, nice beach, good wine

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    9.0
    Great stay with some little exceptions
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The food looks fancy, but not so tasty. The sunbeds could be better, the room is not so big.

    The whole complex is green with lots of facilities, it is on the beach, the entertainment team were just unbelievable!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room cleaning team is a bit lacking. They do not vacuum the floor so it is sandy even after room service.

    Amazing location beach hotel with amazing staff,their animation team indeed is the greatest of all,please give them a raise. Food is tasty and good quality as well,kitchen manager is always there to make sure things in order. We will come back for sure!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 24 August 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The overall quality if the food was bad, the most cheap ingredients were used. The sheets were not changed for 7 days. Also the signal of the cable tv was awful, it was freezing the picture in every two seconds.

    The location, the beach and the animation were incredible. The Italian restaurant was one of the best ones I have ever visited.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    9.0
    Nice stay right on the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Royal Double Room with Park View (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Superficial cleaning, dust & spider webs at corners, dirty window, sand on the chair from previous customers. Very beat-up bathroom. Careful when you book a room in the Royal Building, as not all of them have balconies. Mosquitoes in the room. No slippers, no care products, nothing you expect to find in a 4 star hotel room. Uncomfortable loungers at the beach.

    The location is great and, if you happen to have a room with a sea view in the main building, it would probably be perfect. We were accommodated on the first floor of the Royal building, facing the garden and the sea. The room wad very spacious, but kind of dark, with very little natural lighting, which was also good as we didn’t need the AC. The bathroom was also big. Although fully booked, it wasn’t crowded, there were plenty free loungers at the beach and the atmosphere was pretty relaxed. The restaurant is big enough, with tables both in and outside, food variety was good, impossible not to find something for everyone. Great drinks at the bars.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room with Side Sea View
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not so varied local sea food, too many sweets but not great quality and no local specialities.

    Excellent location, beach and sea. Very clean, very nice staff & entartaiment team. Great cookers, fresh food.

    Stayed in August 2023

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