Many tourists, tired of the daily noise and crowded streets of big cities, are looking for a relaxing and comfortable vacation somewhere in nature. And one of such quiet and comfortable places on the sea coast can be the picturesque resort of the Republic of Abkhazia - New Athos.
New Athos Resort
Due to some remoteness from the border with the Russian Federation, the number of holidaymakers here is much less than in many resorts in Abkhazia. The tourist infrastructure in New Athos is just developing. There are no huge shops and hypermarkets, numerous annoying entertainment on the beach, already a long time familiar city bustle. But in abundance there are natural pebble beaches, clear water in the sea, located within walking distance of architectural and religious attractions and unique landscapes with amazing vegetation, waterfalls and small ponds.
But in order not to spoil your vacation with unpleasant trifles, it is very important not to make a mistake with the choice of your place of residence. Many Abkhazian hotels were built in Soviet times, and at the moment they need to improve the condition of their housing stock and the level of services provided. They should not be considered for placement.
First of all, you need to pay attention to new hotels and mini-hotels, which in recent years have appeared in resorts in connection with the active development of the tourism industry. Here tourists are offered comfortable rooms, quality food, wonderful service. A worthy option for a good rest can be the hotel "Villa Owl."
Short hotel description
The unusual forms of the four-story building of the Hotel Villa Owl (Abkhazia, Athos), the colorful appearance of its facade attract the eyes of many vacationers. For the first time, the hotel met its tourists in May 2015, offering them at their disposal forty one-room and two-room comfortable rooms, from whose windows breathtaking views of the sea and mountains open.
On the ground floor of the hotel there is a cozy cafe with panoramic windows on the sea and a hand-painted interior. Here, guests are always waiting for delicious breakfasts, lunches and dinners on a custom-made menu.
The hotel has a small but very well-groomed area, which is guarded around the clock. Entrance to it is carried out using a magnetic key issued to all residents of the hotel.
Location
The spectacular Hotel Villa Sova is located on the first line in the central part of Novy Afon, 5 minutes by car from the main attractions of the resort. The exact address of the hotel: Republic of Abkhazia, New Athos, 30 Sukhumi highway.
You can get to the hotel from the Russian Federation as follows:
- From Sochi Airport or Adler Train Station, proceed by public transport or taxi (about 15 kilometers) to the border with Abkhazia (Psou River).
- Walk through border posts on foot.
- On the territory of Abkhazia by public transport or private taxi (about 100 kilometers) drive to New Athos.
Number of rooms
In the season of 2016, the famous tour operator Biblio Globus acts as the exclusive seller of tours to the Villa Sova hotel. Prices and the number of available rooms of various categories are available on the official website of the operator. Without intermediary services, it will be possible to reserve a room (if available) only one month before the expected arrival date.
At the service of vacationers there are forty rooms of different levels of comfort. All rooms are equipped with comfortable furniture, air conditioning, refrigerator, TV, safe, telephone, tea set. Slippers, a bathrobe and hygiene items are prepared in the private bathroom for each guest. All rooms are divided into the following categories:
- Standard - one room with an area of 12-14 square meters. m, designed to accommodate 1-3 guests. All rooms have a balcony. In some rooms it is possible to install an extra bed - a folding bed. A week of accommodation for 2 people with breakfast will cost 30,000 - 35,000 rubles.
- Standard plus - one room with an area of 17 square meters. m, equipped with a wide balcony-bay window or attic with a balcony. This category of rooms is located on the upper floors of the building. Accommodation of two guests for a seven-day period with breakfast will cost 33,000 - 40,000 rubles.
- Junior Suite - a two-room or one-room suite with two balconies and a possible accommodation of 4 people. A week of renting a room for two guests with breakfast will cost 37,000 - 45,000 rubles.
- Suite - a spacious room with two balconies, one of which has a panoramic terrace with sea views. Maximum occupancy is 4 guests. The cost of a weekly stay of two guests with breakfast will cost 50,000 - 58,000 rubles.
- Premium Suite is the best room in the Villa Owl hotel with a living room, a bedroom and two bathrooms. Also, the room has a large terrace and two side balconies. It can comfortably accommodate 4 people. For seven days of accommodation with breakfast for 2 guests you will need to pay 86,000 - 96,000 rubles.
Nutrition
When buying a tour to the Villa Sova hotel (Abkhazia), guests do not need to worry about high-quality and nutritious food during their holidays. Breakfast is already included in the price of the package; a comprehensive lunch or dinner is available at an additional cost in the dining room on the ground floor of the hotel. The cafe operates on the principle of "custom menu".
Beach
Hotel "Villa Owl" (New Athos) is located on the first coastline. Only a few meters separate the hotel building from the equipped pebble beach. To get to the beach, just go down the stairs of the hotel.
Entrance to the beach is free, rental of beach equipment (sun umbrellas and sun loungers) is available at an additional cost. But this is not a compulsory service, you can perfectly sit on your own beach rug at the very edge of the sea.
Additional amenities
To ensure that guests stay at Villa Sova hotel was pleasant and comfortable, the hotel staff is ready to offer a number of additional services that are not automatically included in the price of the travel package, but are purchased exclusively at will and are paid separately.
- Late check-out. If the guest wishes to check out later than the checkout time set at the hotel, he pays for the full day.
- Meeting guests at the railway station or at the airport.
- Excursion service in Abkhazia in comfortable cars.
- Laundry and ironing of personal belongings of guests.
- Installation of an extra bed is strictly by agreement with the hotel. Children under the age of five are free of charge when using existing beds and without meals.
- Guarded parking for personal vehicles.
- Pets up to 5 kilograms free of charge at the hotel.
- Access to free Wi-Fi on site.
Positive reviews
Hotel “Villa Sova” (Abkhazia) started its work only last year, but on the Internet there are already first impressions of tourists. As a rule, vacationers are satisfied with their stay at the hotel, their positive comments confirm the veracity of the photographs and descriptions in the advertising booklets.
- The guests are delighted by the bright, fabulous view of the hotel, its evening illumination, a small but very cozy area and incredible proximity to the sea.
- The rooms are spacious, equipped with new and modern furniture and appliances. There is even a clothes dryer on the balcony.
- The cafe on the ground floor serves tasty and satisfying (custom menu). The dishes prepared by local chefs consist of quality products and remind of home cooking.
- Receptionists are very responsive and polite administrators, ready to give answers to any questions.
Many tourists who visited the 3 * Villa Sova hotel are even ready to assign a lot more stars to it. But, as vacationers also write, there is no need to dwell on the results achieved, since there are still moments that are worth working on.
Cons of the hotel (according to some vacationers)
- Poor soundproofing in the room.
- The TV shows 2-3 channels.
- Unstable and weak Wi-Fi signal.
- In the dining room, hot dishes happen to be served already cooled.
- On the beach, it happens that the shower does not function. The reason for the inoperability is not explained.
Hotel “Villa Sova” (Abkhazia) is the best option in terms of price and quality for families with children and people who want peace and quiet. Here guests will pay only for those services that they really need on vacation. The hotel can be safely recommended to your relatives and friends.