I stayed here with a friend last year, and although we notmally choose a beach front hotel, we chose this one purely on price. It wasn't as good a where we normally stay, but then it was considerably cheaper. The rooms are basic but clean and comfortable, the location was nice and quiet, in a garden/park tye envioronment but only 10 miutes walk to the superb beach, or 2 minutes on the noddy train - cost about £1. The food was OK, varied self service buffet style hot food, and plenty of fruit and salads, but maybe it would be quite monotonous for more than one week, as it is repetative, Between meals all inclusive fare is fairly basic, but you can also eat and drink and get ice creams at their kiosk on the beach if you go there for the day, which is handy. The hotel pool area is quite small but adequate, and it was quiet when we were there, but we chose the end of the season because we like it quiet. Most of the staff were helpful and polite, but I think one or two need retraining in customer relations or have a grudge against us "rich tourists"! One of the bar staff in particular if you're reading this, remember:- smiles and courtesy + happy clients and tips! Overall a good holiday for what we paid, we were happy, and would go back.
- Panorama Hotel Albena
