Bulgarien ∙ Varna ∙ Kranevo

Effect Algara Beach Resort ****

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WLAN
Pool
Beach
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

The sprawling, beautifully designed hotel complex Effect Algara Beach Resort is located in Kranevo in a prime location directly on the long, fine sandy beach. Shops and entertainment facilities can be reached within walking distance in the town center, about 500 m away. The famous resort of Albena can be reached by taxi in a few minutes or on foot in about 30 minutes along the beach. Golden Sands is only 10 km away and can be reached by bus or taxi. Varna Airport is about a 50-minute drive away.
Long sandy beach with sun umbrellas and trees along the coast under clear sky.
Multi-story hotel on the beach with lounge chairs and umbrellas under clear skies.
Aerial view of a beachside hotel with a pool and wooded area.
Beach with sun loungers and umbrellas in front of a modern beachfront restaurant at dusk.
Empty beach loungers and umbrellas on sandy beach with hills under cloudy sky
Wide sandy beach with lounge chairs and umbrellas next to a beach restaurant under a clear sky.
Aerial view of a beachfront hotel with pool and sun loungers by the sea.
View of a beachfront hotel with hills in the background under clear skies.
Modern multi-story hotel building with large terrace and glass canopy under clear sky
White hotel wall with climbing plants, wooden benches, and a tree in the courtyard.
Sunset over the sea with birds on the beach and waves
Beach with wooden sunbeds and colorful paddling pool under blue sky

Facilities

Building covered with green ivy, with a shaded lawn and trees in front.
Front view of a white hotel with ivy-covered walls and a paved entrance area.
Aerial view of a beach with sun loungers, a pool, and adjacent forest area.
Central pathway leads through a park with green trees and lawns.
Large outdoor pool with lounge chairs and sea view under a blue sky with clouds.
Modern hotel with terrace, green lawn, and mountain backdrop under cloudy sky.
Modern, brightly lit restaurant with large windows overlooking the water.
A white two-story house with a well-maintained garden and flower beds on a sunny day.
Garden with red roses in front of a vine-covered building in a hotel garden.
Green shaded garden area with large trees and well-kept grass beside buildings.
Empty soccer field with green artificial turf, surrounded by trees and hills under sunshine.
Hotel with beach, sun loungers, and green lawn next to a hill overlooking the sea.
Two lounge chairs on a green lawn in front of a hotel with trees in the background.
Empty outdoor café area with chairs and tables on a terrace overlooking a grassy area and the sky.
Modern hotel lobby with illuminated ceiling and stylish marble floors.
The tastefully furnished resort consists of 3 buildings and villas set in approximately 85,000 m² of garden landscape with mature trees and meadows. Even a walk through the garden resembles an excursion into a beautiful park. The large swimming pool is located directly on the beach, in a unique setting. Sun loungers and umbrellas are included by the pool and on the beach. Guests can get beach towels from reception for a deposit. The freshwater children's pool with a "splash area" completes the versatile offer.
The rooms are spread across different buildings. The main building "Presiana" houses the reception, elevators, lobby bar, the main restaurant, and one of the à la carte restaurants (Italian). Right next to the main building and directly on the beach is the "Roxana" building, which also has an elevator. The highlight of the complex is the listed building "Asmara" (Royal Club area), also with an elevator, and the adjacent "Asmara Villas," which are set back in the greenery and also belong to the Royal Club. The beach restaurant and lounge bar are located directly on the beach in a fantastic setting with outdoor and indoor seating. Separate beach area only for Royal guests - beach bar with table service. In the evenings, you can enjoy 2 special à la carte restaurants: Italian in the main building of the complex, and delicious seafood and fish specialties in a dream location on the beach at the specialty restaurant, allowing you to end the day relaxed and romantically.

Accommodation

Double Room

The chic and stylishly furnished double rooms (approx. 24-26 m²) have a king-size bed or 2 single beds, air conditioning, shower/WC, hairdryer, minibar (daily refilled with non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages such as water and beer included), telephone (for a fee), tea and coffee making facilities, satellite TV, safe (included), Wi-Fi (included), laminate or tiled flooring, a pull-out sofa bed (for one adult or up to 2 children, width approx. 130 cm), and a balcony with seating. These rooms are garden-facing and located in the "Presiana" and "Roxana" buildings (D). Also bookable as Economy Double Room (SSZ), for single use (DE), and as Single/Child Room (D1K).

Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, TV, and decorative elements.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, table, and subtle lighting on the wooden panel wall.
Modern bathroom with shower, sink, and toilet in dark design.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wood paneling, chair, and window view.
Modern hotel room with double bed, sofa, TV, and decorative elements.
Modern bathroom with shower, sink, and toilet in dark design.

Double Room Side Sea View

The double rooms with side sea view (approx. 24-26 m²) have the same amenities as the double rooms and are located in the "Presiana" building, with the added benefit of side sea views (DMS). Also bookable for single use at an additional charge (DES).

Beachfront Deluxe Double Room

The Beachfront Deluxe rooms (approx. 24-26 m²) are located in the "Roxana" building, directly on the beach with a balcony and a fantastic sea view (B2D). Also bookable for single use (BEF).

Bright hotel room with balcony and sea view, modern furnishings with curtains and chairs.
Modern hotel room with large bed, balcony, and sea view
Bright hotel living area with sofa, table, and balcony with chairs overlooking the sea.
Modern bathroom with shower, sink, and toilet in dark design.
Modern hotel room with large bed, wooden wall, ceiling fan, and desk area
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden accent wall, and desk.
Modern bathroom with shower, sink, and toilet in dark design.

Superior Royal

The Superior Royal Double rooms (approx. 24-26 m²) are located in the "Asmara" building with similar amenities to the double rooms (some without a balcony), are more spacious, luxuriously furnished, and include Royal Club service with all its benefits (RS2). Also bookable for single use at an additional charge (RS1).

Deluxe Suite Side Sea View

The Deluxe Suites with side sea view (approx. 45-55 m²) are equipped like the Beachfront Deluxe rooms, but also feature a separate living room, side sea view, and are located in the "Roxana" building. As up to 5 people can be accommodated in these suites, they are ideal for families (XL2).

Modern hotel room with sofa, table, TV, and balcony view with trees.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wooden wall, and walk-in closet.
Modern hotel room with wood decor, double bed, and view into a bright lounge area.
Modern bathroom with shower, sink, and toilet in dark design.
Modern hotel room with double bed, wall mirror, wooden accent wall, and red chairs.
Modern bathroom with shower, sink, and toilet in dark design.

Royal Suite

The Royal Suites (approx. 45-55 m²) are located in the "Asmara" building and are equipped like the Superior Royal Double rooms, but consist of 2 separate rooms, each with a king-size bed, an additional single sofa in one of the bedrooms, and have a terrace of approx. 20 m² (R2S).

Villa

The villas (approx. 50-60 m²) are located just a few meters from the "Asmara" building, amidst greenery, and have the same amenities as the Superior Royal Double rooms (also including Royal Club). They consist of 2 rooms with 2 bathrooms, making them perfect for larger families (up to 5 people) (V2).

Modern hotel room with cozy bed and wooden paneling on the wall.
Modern bathroom with shower, sink, and toilet in dark design.
Lounge chairs on a lawn in front of a hotel building with trees in the background.
Cozy hotel room with large bed, wooden wall, and view of a green terrace.

Meals

All Inclusive

Buffet with various fresh salads and ingredients in a hotel restaurant.

Ultra All Inclusive

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as a buffet in the main restaurant with a children's buffet and "baby corner."
Breakfast from approx. 7:30 AM - 10 AM, Lunch from approx. 12:30 PM - 2:30 PM, and Dinner from approx. 6:30 PM - 9 PM.
Daily varied and healthy buffet. 2x weekly theme nights, BBQ night with folklore (1x per week), and sushi station (1 x/week). Once per stay, dinner can also be enjoyed alternatively in one of the two à la carte restaurants (Italian or Fish Restaurant), (minimum stay 4 nights, subject to availability and reservation). Open 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM, 6 days/week.
Sandwiches, fruit, and cake at the lobby bar, open 24 hours, with a selection of drinks, hot and cold beverages, and cocktails from the AI menu.
In addition to the extensive drink selection, there are various snacks, sandwiches, burgers, fries, pizza, and salad at the beach/snack bar. (Open from approx. 10 AM - 11 PM. Lunchtime 11 AM - 3 PM, light snack 3 PM - 5 PM).
Soft drinks, wine, and beer are included with meals. Coffee, tea, soft drinks, juices, and local as well as selected international alcoholic beverages, beer, and wine are available at the lobby bar 24/7 and at the beach bar from approx. 9 AM - 6 PM.

Royal Club Service:

What does Royal Club mean? It means that all guests who book a Royal room automatically become members of our Royal Club. They receive a higher standard of service in many respects. For your special comfort, the rooms are equipped with a flat-screen TV, minibar (daily refilled with non-alcoholic and alcoholic beverages such as water and beer, soft drinks, and wine included), telephone (for a fee), hairdryer, safe (included), high-speed Wi-Fi (included), tea and coffee making facilities or capsule machine (daily refill included), a complete towel set including beach towels (daily change included for a deposit), and high-quality cosmetic products. Children's cosmetic products, baby package in the booked rooms upon arrival.
You will also receive a richer selection of imported alcoholic beverages at the beach bar.
Discount on the hotel's laundry and ironing service.
There is a separate area on the beach for Royal guests with service at the sun lounger, comfortable loungers and Bali beds are available free of charge. (subject to availability)
Royal guests stay here:
Royal Suite (R2S), Superior Royal (R2S and Villa (V2)

Sports included

Basketball, football, beach volleyball, tennis, and table tennis. Various activities as part of the entertainment program.

Sports for a fee

Bicycle rental and various water sports activities on the beach (local providers).

Children's program

"Katta goes on vacation"
Dear children, do you know what I love to do most? Vacation, of course! Don't you want to visit me at the hotel for a few days and go on vacation with me? We can play, craft, solve puzzles, and read stories together. In the evening, we'll rock the mini-disco. I'll give every child a personal travel diary. So, how does that sound? I'm looking forward to seeing you. See you soon, your Katta.
In addition, the hotel offers a children's playground with a water/splash area, mini club for children aged 4-12 years 6 times a week, as well as children's entertainment and disco. Playground, children's show once every 2 weeks. Also theme days and activities.
Leisure pool with water slides and sandy beach in a green park area under sunny skies.
Children playing outdoors with a large inflatable soccer ball in front of spectators in the park.
Children walk on grass beside a large bird-like figure at an outdoor event.
Children playing in the park, one girl jumping, others watching.
Child playing tin can throwing outdoors on a green lawn with trees in the background.
Children sitting at small tables in a colorful room with comic-style paintings on the wall.
Person in a raccoon costume posing next to a bicycle in front of a hotel building.
Smiling boy lies on grass next to a large plush lemur toy.
Children watch a puppet theater with red curtains and a stuffed animal on stage.
Children play and dance around a person in an animal costume on a colorful stage.
A group of children dance and play in front of a brightly lit hotel entrance named Mirage.

Entertainment

Varied sports and entertainment program 6 days a week. Evening shows.

Hotel service

Parking (included).
Wi-Fi (included throughout the hotel).
Beach towels (for a deposit).
Baby cots included (upon request and subject to availability).

Hotel features

  • Directly on the beach
  • Animation
  • Shopping facilities
  • Family friendly
  • Internet
  • Kids' club/mini club
  • Children's pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Sandy beach
  • Tennis
  • Wi-Fi
  • Extended hygiene concept
  • Schauinsland-Reisen original

Note

Appropriate attire is requested for dinner (long trousers for gentlemen).
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Pets not allowed!
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Almost all areas of the hotel are accessible.
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Check-in from 3 PM / Check-out until 11 AM
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Ultra All Inclusive starts with lunch on arrival day and ends with breakfast on departure day.
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Accessible rooms (Double Room Superior Royal, RS2) bookable on request.
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Ul. Chernomorska 45
9649 Kranevo
Bulgaria
In the catalog "Family Vacation" Summer 2026 on page 158.
In the catalog "Sunny Destinations" Summer 2026 on page 232.

Entertainment program in winter months

Please note that outside of the main travel season (especially in the months of April-May and October), hotels and club resorts 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 the lower number of guests and changeable weather.

Seasonal information

Please note that outside of the main travel season (especially in the months of April-May and September-October), hotels and club resorts 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 the lower number of guests and changeable weather.

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Last updated: 22.02.2026 18:49