The most famous and fashionable resort of Crimea, undoubtedly, is Yalta. This city is located on the gentle slopes of the hills, surrounded on three sides by high mountain ranges, which, preventing the penetration of cold air from the mainland on the coast, contribute to the formation of a unique climate.
Climatic conditions
Winter is incredibly short and mild, snow, if it happens, lies literally for several hours, not having time to please the kids. Summer is already in May, and there are even more sunny days per year than in Sochi. The most brave bathers open the season near the end of April, and the beaches finally empty only by the end of October.
History of Yalta
Residents of the city often tell a beautiful legend explaining the history of the origin of their city. Hundreds of years ago, Greek sailors wandered through distant seas in search of new lands. The Black Sea turned out to be severe, had to sail in dense fog, for several days a severe storm did not stop. Sailors ran out of fresh water and food. But suddenly in front of them the fog parted, and they saw in the distance the long-awaited land. “Yialos! Shore!" they shouted. Since then, the coastal settlement has gained the name Yalta. However, Crimean researchers have not yet found confirmation of this romantic legend.
It is authentically known that already in the 5th century BC. e. Tauris inhabited the coastal areas; in the 13th century, Venetian merchants descended to the southern coast of Crimea , which were soon replaced by the Genoese. At the end of the 15th century, Yalta passed into the possession of the Turkish Sultan. And when in 1783 Crimea became part of the Russian Empire, it was only a tiny settlement, consisting of 13 courtyards, but in which there was a church and a mosque.
Push for development
A huge role in the development of Yalta was played by Count Vorontsov, who became the governor of the Novorossiysk Territory. He dreamed instead of the poor dull villages of Crimea to see beautiful resorts and did a lot to make his dreams come true. M.S. Vorontsov built roads between settlements, established maritime communications, and distributed land for the cultivation of vineyards. The result was not long in coming. Despite the fact that the village had only two streets and one stone building, and almost the rest of the territory was occupied by the private sector, Yalta was declared a city in 1838.
Rapid construction in the region began in the seventies of the 19th century, when the imperial family acquired the village of Livadia located very close by. Holidays in Yalta has become popular and prestigious.
The city quickly developed the construction of fashionable hotels, restaurants, shops. Many of them today delight their visitors.
City Hotels
The first hotels were opened in Yalta in the middle of the 19th century, but Russia, which received its first visitors in 1875, became the most comfortable. It was in it that the famous N.A. Nekrasov, A.P. Chekhov, M.P. Musogorsky stayed. It was from this period that the ongoing competition among hotels began. Hoteliers compete, whose hotel will be the most luxurious, who can offer their guests a full range of various services. Today, the most popular are Oreanda, Crimea, Bristol, Tavrida, Yalta-Intourist.
However, since the tsarist times, what Yalta is especially famous for is the private sector. And if earlier vacationers were offered modest cottages and small rooms, now the variety of offers of private hotels and apartments makes the choice of a place for relaxation a very long and entertaining process.
Private sector
Of course, staying in a hotel allows you not to think about a lot of everyday problems. The maid will always clean the room, and in the mornings most hotels offer a hearty breakfast. But for those who want a budget vacation at sea and rent affordable housing in a city like Yalta, the private sector seems to be the best option.
According to tourists, independent travel also has a lot of advantages. Since Yalta is the most expensive resort in Crimea, the private sector provides a good opportunity to save. Guests of the city continue to live their usual lives, adhering to the established schedule, not being attached to the rules dictated by the hotel or sanatorium.
However, not only the desire to save money leads people to the private sector. Yalta is also able to meet the needs of tourists who prefer a secluded, refined vacation of the "luxury" category. Many positive reviews are left by people renting comfortable villas with their own pool, sauna, gym.
Principles of value creation
When looking for housing in Yalta (whether it is a private sector or a hotel - it doesn’t matter), you need to consider that land in these places is fabulously expensive, so you can count on low prices only in February. The closer the housing is to the sea, the more expensive it is, of course. Also, when pricing, landlords take the terrain into account. The city descends from the mountains to the sea, so the presence of a return road from the beach all the way up can also significantly affect the size of the rent. Also an important factor for those planning a vacation in Yalta is the private sector is supplied with water on schedule. The absence or availability of regular water supply has a significant impact on the price set by the landlord.
Budget options. Apartments and rooms
A wonderful place for those who want at a reasonable price to get a quality vacation - Crimea. Yalta, whose private sector is growing from year to year, will be an excellent option. After all, the prices in this city, although they are higher than the average for the peninsula, are still very far from Sochi.
The most budget option is to rent a small apartment or room on the outskirts. Of course, you should not expect ultra-modern repairs in a room costing 700 rubles per day per person, but there will certainly be everything you need. Among the obvious advantages of this accommodation option is the price. As shortcomings, reviews note the inevitable presence of neighbors, queues in common areas, as well as close attention from the owners.
A slightly more expensive option, which allows you to make your vacation in Yalta more comfortable, is a turnkey private sector, that is, without owners. The rental price depends on the location of the apartment, and on its staffing. The presence in the apartment of air conditioning and modern repairs instantly increases the rental price. For those who are willing to sacrifice comfort, it is quite possible to find acceptable options for 900 rubles per person. The only drawback of such apartments is their remoteness from the sea.
Budget options. Guest houses
Often, tourists who are tired of living in megacities seek rest, unity with nature on vacation, and hope that they can be provided with the desired Crimea. Yalta, the private sector of which has been formed for more than 150 years, has a large number of private land holdings, on which, along with the dwellings of the owners, guest houses for tourists are equipped.
The farther the cottages are from the coastline, the greater the area of free territory at the disposal of the owners and their guests. Tourists get not only comfortable rooms, but also enough space in the garden to enjoy the sunsets, enjoy freshly prepared barbecue and a rich bouquet of Massandra wine. Those who arrived in Yalta by car do not find flaws in this accommodation option. Reviews indicate that even with the most remote location of the housing, the road to the sea will not take more than 20 minutes. And if guests of the city do not have a car, you can get to the beach by regularly running public transport. In this case, you should be mentally prepared to spend quite a lot of time daily on the road. But the fresh air, saturated with the aroma of Crimean pine and mountain flowers, the absence of a large crowd of people more than compensate for some inconvenience.
Housing by the sea
For those tourists who are willing to pay for comfort, the private sector in Yalta by the sea offers many options. Here are comfortable apartments in historic buildings on the waterfront, and apartments in modern coastal new buildings, and modern guest houses very close to the beach. All of them provide the proper level of comfort: the presence of air conditioning and hot water, excellent repair and comfortable furniture. The hosts are ready to provide their guests with regular replacement of bed linen and towels.
As a rule, in the reviews of guests of the city there is practically no negative regarding housing more expensive segment. Yalta residents value their reputation. And if the announcement states the presence of air conditioning in each room, then you can be 100 percent sure that it will be so. Lease agreements are also firmly respected. Now you can hardly find unscrupulous hosts offering tourists the private sector. Yalta with its diversity allows you to quickly find a replacement for dishonest property owners.
Pros and cons
And despite the proximity to the sea, entertainment, shopping, some tourists as a disadvantage note the crowding, crowding, lack of individual space. And this does not surprise a single gram, because demand creates supply, and the number of people wishing to rent housing closer to the beach does not decrease.
Living in the center is unlikely to be calm - loud music, noise, singing, the hum of voices are unlikely to let you fall asleep before midnight. But if the program of stay in Yalta includes visits to nightclubs and discos, then housing near the embankment of tourists will not disappoint.
Elite rest
In addition to the standard living conditions offered by the private sector, Yalta is able to provide its guests with something special. Secluded villas that can be rented for a family or company will make your vacation in Crimea unforgettable. They guarantee atypical privacy, and the level of comfort will satisfy the taste of the most demanding customers. Typically, villas are located at some distance from the coastline, but have their own pool, garden, gym and often a sauna. As the enthusiastic reviews of the lucky ones indicate, the quality of holidays in Yalta villas can be compared with Italian or Spanish resorts.
Search for suitable options
Nowadays, renting a property does not present any difficulties for those who are going on vacation in the Crimea. Yalta, housing (the private sector and hotels) in which you can find for every taste, gladly opens its gates to youth and senior citizens, mature couples and families with children of preschool age.
How not to make a mistake in choosing the right option? You can go the traditional way and go to a travel agency. As a rule, each of them has established contacts with the owners of small private hotels. The manager will familiarize you with all the nuances of rest. The guarantee of settlement is 100 percent. Among the minuses - a limited number of offers and additional costs.
Several save allows independent search for housing. On the Internet there are many sites offering quality holidays in the Crimea. Yalta is no exception. The private sector, the photo of which allows you to consider the smallest details of the premises, is presented on many specialized sites and sites for ads. The possibilities for choice are truly endless. In this case, all the risks fall on an independent tourist.
Be that as it may, all people are individual. And what a long-awaited vacation will become depends largely not only on the surrounding comfort and quality of the services provided, but also on the general mood that tourists will share with others.