Hosta is an incredibly picturesque resort, occupying a small stretch of territory between the center of Sochi and Adler. It has a very harmonious and calm atmosphere. In this town, everyone who avoids noisy entertainment and crowded places will enjoy spending time. Hosta began accepting visitors from other countries and cities about 100 years ago, after which she turned from a modest village into a stunning resort with a well-developed infrastructure.
This place has everything you need for an interesting and comfortable stay: attractive beaches, a large selection of restaurants and hospitality facilities, a huge number of attractions. The village received the status of a city in 1899, while the first settlements appeared here much earlier. In 1912, active improvement of the resort began - this time is considered the heyday of the tourism industry.
Resort beaches
The main attractive feature of the Hosts is the beaches, the length of which is more than ten kilometers. So, the coastal zone originates in the Adler region, while stretching continuously to the center of Sochi. Local beaches are fully equipped. They have the opportunity to comfortably sunbathe or devote their leisure time to various activities, as evidenced by numerous reviews. Hosta also offers its beaches for relaxing with young children, as the sea in this place is always clean and calm.
Resort Flora
Unique climatic conditions are another important distinguishing feature of this resort. They contributed to the development of a unique flora. Walking in squares and parks will give a huge amount of impressions, because here you can see a large number of exotic flowers and plants, as evidenced by reviews. The host also offers for viewing a plantation of cork oak, which has taken root well in the city.
The main part of the excursion objects are natural attractions. At the same time, fans of historical monuments will find something to diversify their vacation in Khost. The reviews of 2014 from the regular guests of the city are positive: each of the attractions is in order and available for viewing. The Khostinsky district is famous for its sanatoriums and health resorts, therefore, its guests will be able to combine health care with a pleasant stay without any problems. The charming and calm resort will not leave indifferent lovers of beautiful nature and beaches; couples in love will also like it.
Cafe Hosts
The choice of gastronomic establishments is huge, many enthusiastic reviews speak of this. The hosta offers vacationers the usual cheburek, cute cafes, as well as first-class restaurants where you can taste the rarest varieties of wines and enjoy the delicacies. Platanovaya street is the center of the most popular holiday destinations; it houses the Platan canteen, one of the resort's most sought-after and oldest establishments. Here, visitors are equipped with an open spacious terrace and two beautiful rooms, the menu will amaze you with an abundance of incredibly tasty and at the same time simple dishes. Among its features - a large selection of fresh pastries and a rich collection of Kuban wines.
Nearby is the cafe "Luck", which is also very popular. Numerous guests are attracted by a wide selection of treats and a cozy atmosphere; a relaxed atmosphere always reigns here and incendiary music sounds. Those who plan to spend the evening here are best served in advance. But the cafe "San Marino" guests will appreciate the pleasant prices, excellent quality of food, as well as an exciting entertainment program. In the daytime, you can relax in a completely calm environment, while in the evening hours for visitors are carried out exciting show programs.
Near the bridge on Platanovaya street is the bar "Wine Cellar". This unique gastronomic establishment combines a classic pub, a stylish club and a museum. Here everyone who chooses a good beer will like to relax, while being indifferent to the taste of Kuban wines. In addition to their favorite drinks, visitors are offered many interesting snacks. Enjoying a cozy atmosphere, guests can play backgammon or chess. At the same time, it will be interesting for the most curious to appreciate the unique collection of exhibits located in the museum of the pub.
Right on Kurortny Prospekt there is "Cheburechnaya". Beautiful chebureks are cooked here, many vacationers come here on the way to the beach in order to take their favorite treats with them. Nearby is Khinkalnaya, where you can try signature khinkali, as well as many popular dishes of Caucasian cuisine. A large number of attractive bars and cafes are located on the beaches of the resort, so vacationers do not have to look for a long time.
Hotel complexes
Hosta is a small resort, its population is small, although this is characteristic of all small towns of the Krasnodar Territory. Moreover, the hotels of the city can be called comfortable and large, which is confirmed by numerous reviews. Hosta for leisure offers a network of complexes that differ in comfortable rooms, highly qualified staff, a wide range of services.
Several resorts will help organize a full family vacation. This package of services includes comfortable rooms, five meals a day. As well as wellness treatments that are ideally combined with relaxation on the banks of the city of Khosta (photo of the resort can be found on this page). Each tourist has the opportunity to find time to visit attractions. The friendly staff of the boarding houses will help you choose the direction.
In addition, the private sector offers the widest possibilities for accommodation in the city of Khosta (Sochi). Reviews about such housing are mainly left by those who want to save on a trip. Local residents warmly offer to settle in the built-up houses, as well as occupy an apartment or room. Such a choice will help to save some of the funds and make it possible to feel mobile during your vacation, having settled in the city of Hosta. The private sector (the reviews about it are mostly positive, since the local population is always glad to see guests) is also convenient for those people who come on vacation for a long time. But, the truth, it is necessary to organize self-catering.
Pension "Crystal" (Hosta): reviews
It is located in the center of Hosta, just a hundred meters from the balneophysiotherapeutic resort Matsesta. The boarding house guests will find a subtropical, non-hot climate and pleasant weather. This is a very beautiful place with an excellent pebble beach, which is 150 meters from the hotel in the city of Hosta. Rest, the prices for which are lower than in Sochi, suggests the convenience and comfort of tourists. In season, the cost of the hotel is from 1800 rubles. per day, and housing in the private sector can be found for 500 rubles.
The number of rooms here is represented by different apartments. There are rooms with amenities designed for a block, in addition, standard and two-room suites. All rooms have a TV, split system, comfortable furniture, refrigerator. The territory of the boarding house is landscaped and fenced, everywhere there are many green spaces and clean air.
Pension "Aquamarine"
This is a budget holiday home, located seventy meters from the pebbly landscaped beaches of the sanatoriums "Wave" and "Hosta".
In a five-story building with an attic and an elevator, built in 2000 and reconstructed eight years later, there is the Aquamarine boarding house (Hosta). Reviews about him are mostly positive, and this is not surprising. It offers double and triple rooms of two categories: superior comfort and standard. Each is equipped with a fridge, air conditioning and TV, as well as daily housekeeping.
Yew-boxwood grove
The main attraction of the Hosts is the yew-boxwood grove. This is a nature reserve, a walk along which will be very informative and interesting. It is part of the Caucasus Nature Reserve. Here you can find species of flora that on our planet grew thirty million years ago. Among the unique plants there is berry yew, evergreen boxwood. In his honor, the reserve was named. On the territory of the grove there is an opportunity to see about two hundred species of plants, there is also one historical object.
Khostinsky fortress
You can go into it, heading to the northern part of this grove. This fortification is one of the most amazing sites in the area. The time of building the fortress, as well as its purpose, is still unknown. At the moment, travelers are offered to see the dilapidated towers, as well as the surviving parts of the wall.
Other sights Hosts
Those wishing to learn many interesting facts about this city should go to the Museum of History. Its fund consists of about 6,000 exhibits, the main part of which is devoted to the development of the tourism industry. Its location was the house of pre-revolutionary buildings, which is part of the most important sightseeing sites. This building was built in 1914 and was originally the location of the People’s House. After the revolution, the building was empty for a long time, and then became the cinema "Ray". In 1995, architects recognized the building as an object of cultural heritage, since then it has been used to store historically invaluable exhibits.
One of the important archaeological areas of our country is the Khosta River Valley. Scientists say that man began to populate these places in the Stone Age. Here are the oldest caves available today for visiting. There are religious monuments in the city. Thus, the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord is striking in its stunningly beautiful appearance and wonderful execution of the interior. A miniature resort town is ready to offer its guests an excursion program full of surprises.
Things to do in Khost
The entertainment industry is well developed in the village, a wide beach area is not the only vacation spot. There is a water park with a huge number of water attractions and slides, where guests with children will like to relax. There is a huge swimming pool, near which parasols and luxurious sun loungers are installed. While children have fun at the fountain, parents can sunbathe comfortably on the terraces.
The resort also has a wonderful diving center located near the Kavkaz sanatorium. In this place, anyone can take lessons from instructors, rent equipment necessary for diving. Visitors can arrange trips to diving sites.
The youngest guests will be interested to go to the amusement park, where the choice of attractions deserves the highest praise. Colorful play areas with safe entertainment were equipped here, while older children would love to go to the circuit.
Resort Shops
It is definitely worth paying attention to shops, the Cossack market is also very popular among vacationers. In this place you can buy fresh vegetables and fruits, in addition, real home-made wine and a lot of interesting treats. A souvenir shop called “Cat House” is located on Platanova Street. Many cat figurines are sold here . In the city, the Athens shopping center is considered to be the most ambitious, including shops of various specializations.