Bulgarien ∙ Varna ∙ Goldstrand

Sentido Marea ****+

VAR131
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Location

The hotel is located in a quieter area of Golden Sands, just across the beach promenade from the fine sandy beach. Adjacent is the sister hotel GRIFID Encanto Beach with its large spa area. The center of Golden Sands with restaurants, bars, shopping and entertainment facilities is about 1 km away. A mini-train runs from the hotel to the center every 20 minutes. The transfer time to Varna Airport is approx. 40 minutes.
Rows of white umbrellas and lounge chairs on a calm beach next to green sea.
Aerial view of a resort with a beach, numerous umbrellas, and calm sea.
Large hotel with many sun loungers on a sandy beach and sea in the foreground.

Facilities

Elegant restaurant with wood elements, dark brown chairs, and white tablecloths.
Modern hotel lobby with comfortable sofas and colorful chairs, large windows with an outdoor view.
Modern dining room with wooden chairs and tables in a hotel.
Bright hotel lobby with circular reception and modern seating under circular ceiling lights.
Bright, modern restaurant with many white wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a pool.
Children's water park with slide, spray fountain, and colorful playhouse next to pool loungers.
Luxurious steam room with mosaic tiles and large black bench in the center
View of a beach with sun loungers, adjacent hotel, and garden area.
Modern hotel lobby with colorful armchairs and a reception desk in the background.
Friendly staff at a modern hotel bar with wooden paneling
View of tropical garden with palm trees and sea in the background on a sunny day.
Heart-shaped wooden sculpture against clear sky and green area with pathway.
Terrace with tables and chairs in front of a hotel overlooking lawn and sea
Terrace area with seating and view of palm trees and sea under clear weather
This popular hotel offers a place of peace and relaxation in a dream location and features 298 comfortable rooms spread across 9 floors, reception, elevators, lobby bar - "Blue Bar", buffet restaurant with a separate adults-only area and terrace, a take-away snack bar Marea with a terrace overlooking the beach and the sea, a new adults-only lounge terrace with infinity pool effect and bar with sea view, an oldtimer ice cream cart on the beach, and an à la carte restaurant serving traditional Bulgarian cuisine as part of the Dine-Around program (reservations required). The beautiful and well-maintained outdoor area includes a swimming pool with pool bar and a children's pool with slides. Sun loungers, cushions, beach towels, and umbrellas are included by the pool and on the beach (subject to availability). A cozy beach bar with a lounge/chill-out area is located on the beach.
When booking a family room, admission to the Aqua Park of the Hotel Aqua Club GRIFID Bolero is included (each with 3 slides for children and adults; adult slides are only accessible for guests with a height of 1.40m or taller, and the Aqua Park is open from June to September, weather permitting). Guests booking other room types have the option to purchase day tickets for the Aqua Park at the hotel reception.

Accommodation

Double Room Park View

The tastefully furnished double rooms feature a shower/toilet, hairdryer, cosmetic mirror, laminate flooring, satellite TV, Wi-Fi (included), coffee/tea maker, pillow menu, safe (included), air conditioning, minibar (daily refill included), and a balcony with park view (PB2). Optionally available for single use (PB1) or as single with child (1PB).

Double Room Side Sea View

The double rooms with side sea view, otherwise equipped the same as the standard double rooms, additionally offer a side sea view (DMS).

Double Room Sea View

The double rooms with sea view, otherwise equipped the same as the standard double rooms, additionally offer a direct sea view (DM). Optionally available for single use (DEM).

Bright hotel room with two beds, blue decor, and balcony with view.
Modern bathroom with white sink, blue towel, and colorful tiled shower.
Modern hotel room with large bed, balcony overlooking the sea, and stylish decor.
Modern hotel room with double bed, desk, TV, and balcony view of the sea.
Modern hotel room with two beds, balcony, and sea view.
Sunset on a sandy beach with many loungers and straw umbrella sunshades.

Double Room Premium Sea View

The double rooms with premium sea view, otherwise equipped the same as the standard double rooms, offer sea view and are located on the upper floors. Further amenities include bathrobes, slippers, a capsule coffee machine (daily refill of capsules), Rituals toiletries in the bathroom, and early check-in and late check-out (subject to availability) (2PM).
Additional Premium Services on the beach:
- Separate beach area with service
- Snack restaurant and beach bar (approx. 10 am - 11 pm)
- Dinner at the Beach Club À la carte Restaurant (1x per stay; with prior reservation).
- 1x 15% discount for a treatment at the Medi Spa Encanto Beach.

Family Room Sea View

The family rooms with sea view (approx. 45 m²) are equipped similarly to the double rooms with park view, but include a living/sleeping area with a large double bed and a separate sleeping area separated by a sliding door (F2M/F3M).
When booking a family room with sea view, admission to the Aqua Club GRIFID Bolero is included (June-September, weather permitting, and adult slides are only accessible for guests with a height of 1.40m or taller).
(Additionally bookable under VARA68 as Family Room Sea View Type A (FA2)).

Modern living area with blue sofa and balcony featuring table and chairs.
Modern hotel room with double bed, seating area, and balcony overlooking the sea.
Modern living area with blue benches, black glass table, and wall decorations.
Bright hotel lounge with blue benches, modern lighting, and wall-mounted TV.

Super Saver Room

The super saver rooms, otherwise equipped the same as the standard double rooms, do not have a balcony (limited availability and special price; SSZ).

Meals

All Inclusive

Modern hotel kitchen with warm ambiance and decorative ceramic dishes on the wall.

Ultra All Inclusive

24-hour Ultra All Inclusive:
All meals are served buffet-style, including baby and children's buffets. Twice a week, there are theme nights, and every 10 days, a gala buffet evening is held.
Late riser breakfast is available until approx. 12 pm, and a midnight snack is served from approx. 11:30 pm to 12:30 am.
A selection of various snacks is available at the Take Away Snack Bar from approx. 12 pm to 5 pm, and an oldtimer ice cream cart on the beach from approx. 12 pm to 5 pm.
A selection of international and local alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages is available at the bars that are open at the time (24/7). Only local drinks are served at the beach lounge bar.
The minibar is refilled daily with water, beer, and soft drinks.
DINE AROUND PROGRAM offers a selection of cozy à la carte restaurants for culinary enjoyment. The SENTIDO Marea features a traditional Bulgarian restaurant with an enoteca concept, the GRIFID Encanto Beach offers a cozy Italian restaurant, and there is a great option for dinner on the beach. A Mediterranean à la carte restaurant with seafood at the 5-star hotel GRIFID Noa is available for a small surcharge of €10 per adult with reservation.

Sports included

Zumba, gymnastics, water polo, water aerobics, and darts.

Children's program

Mini Club on the beach (ages 4-12), playground, mini disco, children's pool with 3 small slides, children's show (once every 14 days), baby and children's menu in the à la carte restaurant. New children's buffet with a kids' seating area in the buffet restaurant.
Colorful children's playground with slides by the sea next to a hotel pool
Colorful water play area with slides in an outdoor pool by the sea.
Colorful water playground with slides and water sprays in an outdoor pool on a sunny day
Children's water park with slide, spray fountain, and colorful playhouse next to pool loungers.
Outdoor playground next to a pool with slide and umbrella in a hotel area.
Colorful children's playroom with tables, chairs, and toys in a bright room.
Colorful kids' pool with sea view and dry sandy beach in the background.

Wellness

Two massage tables in a bright, stylish treatment room with shelves and towels.
Indoor pool with blue tiles, wall mirrors, and view of the gym area.
Modern relaxation room with loungers, soft lighting, and stone-decor fireplace.
Luxurious steam room with mosaic tiles and large black bench in the center
The modern wellness center offers various types of massages, couple's massages, sauna, steam bath, Turkish bath, relaxation zone, hydro-massage bath, body and facial treatments, hairdresser, manicure, and pedicure (all at a fee).
The indoor pool (heated) and the relaxation zone are included.

Entertainment

Varied sports and entertainment program, evening shows, themed beach parties (July-August and weather permitting).

Hotel service

Parking is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Credit card

Visa and Mastercard.

Hotel features

  • Fitness
  • Direct Beach Access
  • Shopping facilities
  • Indoor Pool
  • Kids' Club/Mini Club
  • Family Friendly
  • Children's Pool
  • Children's Playground
  • Air Conditioning
  • Spa
  • Wi-Fi
  • Massages
  • Enhanced Hygiene Concept

Sustainability

Travel with Future provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices, actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunftThis hotel holds the following certification:
  • Travelife

Note

Smart casual dress code applies for dinner: shorts are allowed, but not swim shorts, swimwear, flip-flops, sleeveless shirts/tops, etc.
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The hotel is wheelchair accessible. Rooms for disabled guests can be booked on request (Double Room Park View/PB2).
Allergy-friendly menus are available on request locally.
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No pets allowed.
Check-in from 3 pm / Check-out by 11 am.
Also bookable under VARA68.

Entertainment program in the winter months

Please note that outside the main holiday season (especially during April-May and October), hotels and club facilities may limit their entertainment and leisure programs (e.g., animation, mini club, or water sports activities) as well as the opening hours of restaurants and bars due to lower guest numbers and variable weather conditions.

Seasonal information

Also bookable under VARA68.

Country category

4 Sterne