Hotel Riu Palace Helena Sands

An introduction to Hotel Riu Palace Helena Sands

When it comes to holidays that offer up plenty of R&R, the Riu Palace Helena Sands is pretty hard to beat. For starters, the surroundings are just gorgeous. Look one way and you've got the glistening sands and crystal waters of Sunny Beach. Look the other and its all lush greenery and craggy mountain peaks. Its real postcard stuff alright. The hotel pool is rather special, too. In fact, it gives the beach a bit of a run for its money. Huge in size, it's an oasis of serenity crowned by a spectacular wrought iron dome. Along with this impressive feature you've also got the obligatory loungers and parasols where you can kick start your tan. After a few hours' swimming and lounging, you might want to check out the spa. The hotel's Wellness Centre is payable locally and has got everything you'll need for an afternoon of sheer indulgence. Try one of the steam, stone or Brechel baths. Or perhaps have a facial or a pedicure. If you prefer to sweat it out on the tennis court than in the sauna, there are plenty of opportunities to get active. You'll find everything from table tennis to volleyball. After a workout, you'll probably want to give your tastebuds the same treatment. From tasty buffets to seafood at the a la carte restaurant, this place has got a great choice of eateries to choose from. As the sun sets and dinner ends, the evening ahead is just beginning. If you want something hip and happening, check out the live music. For something a bit more chilled out, sink into a chair at the piano bar, or sip a few rum cocktails down at the beach bar. With all this and more, you'll soon see that one visit to this Bulgarian beauty is never enough.

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Hotel Riu Palace Helena Sands reviews - what customers thought

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Based on 14 reviews

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Written on 01/07/2006, pauline said...

This was my first visit to bulgaria and my friend and i had a really enjoyable holiday. The hotel went beyond our expectations, the rooms were bright clean and spacious with adjustable air con which was great but ladies will need to take a hairdrier... more on this review

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Hotel Riu Palace Helena Sands details

Hotel features

Swimming pool

Pool
Sunbeds, towels and parasols along the sun terrace
Large, well-tended gardens
Sunbeds on the beach for hire

Light refreshment just a few steps from your sunbed at the pool bar
Indoor pool

Meals

Breakfast and dinner buffet in main dining room
Lunch available at Bulgarian and Italian restaurants (at a supplement)
Guests can also choose to dine in the themed restaurant
Take your pick from the menu at the speciality a la carte fish restaurant (at a supplement)

Entertainment

Live music
Piano bar
Carriby beach bar

Activities

Billiards
Table tennis
Beach volleyball
2 floodlit tennis courts (extra charge)
Horse-riding and bicycle hire (extra charge)
Sports and activities next door at the Riu Helena Park (whose facilities guests are welcome to use)

Wellness centre (payable locally)
Variety of baths including steam, stone and brechel
Sauna, gym, hydro treatments
Massages and treatments from facials to pedicures
Beauty centre

Watersports nearby

Exclusivity

Exclusive to Thomson Group customers in the UK

Location

On the beach
At the quieter end of the resort
1.5 km to resort centre
Nearest town is Nessebar, 7km from Sunny Beach

Room facilities

2 or 3 beds
3rd bed is a sofa bed
Cable TV
Hairdryer
Telephone
Minibar available
Safety deposit boxes available
Air-conditioning
Single rooms are also available
Suites with a lounge area can sleep either 3 adults or 2 adults and 2 children up to 12 yrs