Resorts along the Black Sea coast have always been popular. These include many Abkhaz cities, which, being relatively young, these days began to gain popularity among Russians as the best tourist corners of the region. And among them is the city of Gagra, which is one of the most beautiful places in Abkhazia.
Great place to stay
This famous health resort is located on a hill. There are many relict trees around which the Seaside Park is so famous. From the rooms of the numerous guest houses of the city of Gagra there are magnificent views of both the mountains and the expanses of the Black Sea. Gagra resort is considered a true paradise for lovers of beach holidays, combined with educational tourism.
A huge number of historical monuments dating from different eras have been preserved here. Among them are the Abaata fortress, an urban hydropathic institution, which was founded at the beginning of the last century, a magnificent castle belonging to the Prince of Oldenburg and many others. Not far from the city limits is located Gegsky Falls. It was here that some scenes of the movie about Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson were shot. Tourists will be interested in visiting the Bzyb fortress, visiting numerous lakes and protected places, which are surrounded by a lot of Gagra.
general information
The resort has a well-developed hotel infrastructure. Among the resorts and tourist complexes popular among Russians, “Colchis” stands out - a boarding house located in the famous district of the city, rich in historical sights and monuments of architecture - in Old Gagra. Its territory is literally buried in the green spaces of the Seaside Park. Many exotic shrubs and relict trees have been planted here.
"Colchis" is a guesthouse, perfect for those who choose inexpensive accommodation options for a vacation in Abkhazia. It operates year-round. Its building is heated, so many come here not only for summer, but also for winter recreation.
Infrastructure
"Colchis" is a boarding house positioned by tour operators as a family. Surrounded by an ancient park and mountain slopes, it is ideal for children who are extremely interested in the local microclimate and amazing air mixed with the aroma of eucalyptus, cypress and, of course, the sea. The health complex has its own guarded parking lot. On its territory there is its own observation deck and observation tower. Colchis is a boarding house built in the Soviet years. However, since then much has changed in it. Here was a major renovation with a complete replacement of plumbing.
Pension "Colchis" (Abkhazia) is located twenty-two kilometers from the center of Adler, in the resort part of Gagra. Nearby is the famous Gagripsh restaurant in the region. The railway station is eight miles distant, and the airport is fifteen kilometers away.
Housing stock
The complex that the “Colchis” boarding house (Gagra) consists of is one nine-story building, in which the administration is located, and ninety-four comfortable rooms of the following categories: luxury and standard. Two modern elevators will quickly deliver guests to the desired level. All rooms are decorated in pastel colors. They have quality furniture and appliances. Some have balconies with plastic furniture. Opening windows open either to the sea or to the beautiful south side of the park surrounding the building.
In standard rooms, designed for one, two or three people, the interior is decorated in soothing colors. The area of the rooms is from sixteen to twenty-four meters. The rooms are equipped with single beds, there are nightstands, makeup mirror, ottoman, TV. The combined bathrooms have bathtubs.
Single and double two-room suites are designed in beige and peach shades. The cozy rooms are decorated in a contemporary style and are fully furnished. All rooms in this category have balconies. The suites consist of a living room and a bedroom, divided by an internal door. They have double beds, a set of upholstered furniture, a refrigerator, a TV, as well as all the necessary furniture for a comfortable stay.
Rooms are cleaned, regardless of category, daily. Change of clothes is carried out every four days.
Nutrition
Boarding house “Colchis” (Gagra) offers its guests three meals a day in the main restaurant of the “buffet” type. In addition, the resort has a modern bar with a stylish interior. Here in winter you can listen to the crackle of firewood in the fireplace, comfortably sitting on comfortable soft sofas with a glass of hot tea. In summer, guests are offered a wide range of soft drinks, as well as desserts and light snacks for every taste.
Three meals a day according to the concept of a “comprehensive menu” is included in the price of the ticket. Tables are set in a spacious and bright room of the health resort. Tourists are offered a wide selection of various dishes from Russian or Caucasian cuisines, as well as many fruits, vegetables and desserts.
Beach
Pension "Colchis" (Abkhazia, Gagra) is surrounded by a picturesque park, which cascades down to the very shore of the sea. On its well-groomed territory there are many floral arrangements and elements of landscape design. You can go to the sand and pebble beach by elevator, and then walk along the underpass. The bathing area is located just two hundred and fifty meters from the main building. It is fully landscaped: chaise lounges and sun loungers are placed everywhere, there are many umbrellas that protect against the summer heat.
The beach strip is covered with fine pebbles and sand, so the presence of special shoes for swimming, especially for children, is welcome. The entrance to the sea is gentle. The swimming season in Gagra begins in mid-May and lasts until the end of October. It has a warm subtropical climate with lots of sunny days. There is a summer cafe on the beach, there is a rental of sports equipment and an outdoor dance floor.
Reviews
Those who rested in “Colchis” consider the beautiful nature and excellent location of the health resort one of the main advantages of the boarding house. The rooms are clean and bright. Especially a lot of impressions of the beautiful views from the window. Pension "Colchis", reviews of which is only positive, is located only five minutes from the beach. Many consider this a big plus, since the road to the sea is very beautiful.
Tourists were especially impressed by the sightseeing tours. Most of them believe that the holiday was a success. The only drawback of the boarding house, some call the supply of hot water on schedule.