Simeiz is a quiet green village not far from Yalta. Find out from the reviews about Simeiz, what are the prices, whether it is worth going on vacation in the summer of 2021 and why tourists love it.
Impressions from Simeiz
According to reviews, many come to Simeiz for the splendid nature and magnificent views of the sea. Significant advantages are the healing climate and proximity to Yalta. The Crimean resort looks like a beautiful well-kept park. Birds sing wonderfully among the foliage, and in the evenings the stars are perfectly visible in Simeiz!
Cons are typical for Crimea. The service is lame at the resort. You can be poorly served at a roadside stall or in a restaurant with high prices. Roads are not made everywhere, there are sections of broken asphalt. Some streets have no lanterns at all. Agree, there is little joy in returning to the hotel in the evening, illuminating under your feet with a mobile phone!
strupova1982: "I have been to the village of Simeiz 8 times, and I want to come back here again and again. This is an amazing combination of pure untouched nature and cheerful city bustle! There is sea, mountains, and greenery here."
Is it expensive to rest in Simeiz
Previously, rest in resort villages near Yalta was budgetary. Now the prices in Simeiz have increased markedly. According to tourists, they are not the highest in Crimea, but higher than in Evpatoria or Koktebel. Accommodation for two costs from 1,500 rubles per day, and good options have to be booked in advance! See how much the vouchers to Crimea cost.
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Renting a sun lounger on the beach costs 200 rubles, and a sun umbrella - 100 rubles. Entrance for 2 hours to the Blue Bay water park - 800 rubles, for the whole day - 1600 rubles. Find out how to withdraw money in Crimea without commission.
Natalia Polyanskaya: "Recently, prices have gone up just indecently. The same applies to catering establishments. It is clear that everyone needs to earn money, but some owners have gone completely overboard."
What is the sea and beaches in Simeiz
The coast near the resort is rugged. There are no long and wide beaches, but tourists like that in Simeiz it is easy to find a beach for every taste. There are pebbly and rocky beaches, deserted lagoons and beaches with all the necessary infrastructure - toilets, awnings, food stalls and water activities.
According to reviews, the beaches of Simeiz, even in the high season, are not crowded. Vacationers do not lie on top of each other, as in Yalta, Alushta and Sudak. There is enough space for everyone. The sea is clean and entry into the water is smooth. Unfortunately, the main beach of the resort is closed for renovation until 2021, so a large section of the embankment is fenced off.
Temporary: "The sea is good, without breakwaters. There are rocks, stones, beauty all around. My favorite clean and well-groomed beach is near the Diva cliff. The bottom is small pebbles, there are a couple of large cobblestones on the shore. Nearby there are stones on which you can sunbathe, climb, watch crabs , there are a lot of them. "
Naryshkinsky Stones beach (Shoe)
Holidays with children in Simeiz
When choosing accommodation for families with children, tourists are advised to take into account that Simeiz lies in a mountainous area. Cheaper options are offered far from the sea. Long descents to the beaches and the road back take a lot of energy.
The resort has several playgrounds and a beautiful promenade - the green Cypress Alley. You can swim in different places. According to the reviews of vacationers for 2020, in Simeiz, parents with children prefer the beach "Naryshkinsky stones" or "Shoe". Great fun for the whole family - the Blue Bay water park with slides and pools filled with clean sea water.
Vladimir: "There are a lot of cafes and canteens at the resort, but we liked Simeiz and Dandy the most for the price and quality. From here, the children will come out well fed, and the budget will not be severely damaged. The sea is so warm that you can spend whole days from water does not get out, for children just a fairy tale. "
Interesting or boring at the resort
Simeiz is a fairly quiet resort. It is good for families with children and elderly tourists to relax here. Young people can be bored, because there is no other entertainment besides the Fregat disco bar and gatherings with speakers in the park.
From Simeiz, vacationers go to the mountains and climb the coastal cliffs. Tourists are happy to climb Mount Koshka, the rocks of Panea, Diva and the Swan's Wing. The stunning views of the coastline are well worth the effort! Popular activities include diving, boat trips and sailing, kayaking, horseback riding tours along the coast and sea fishing.
Public transport is well developed, so we advise you not to spend money on excursions. Travel to the sights of the Crimea yourself! According to reviews, from Simeiz it is interesting to go to Yalta, Nikitsky Botanical Garden, Ai-Petri, Massandra, Vorontsov Palace, Foros, Balaklava and Sevastopol.
Marusya1955: "For those who love mountain climbing, early spring and late autumn are the ideal time to conquer the mountain peaks. It is not hot, and the route is much easier to overcome than in summer in the very heat".
When is the best time to go
Simeiz is the record holder of the peninsula for the number of calm days in Crimea. There are fewer fogs here, and there are more sunny days than in other resorts.
The weather in Simeiz is mild. They start swimming in May, but the sea water warms up to comfortable temperatures by mid-June. The peak tourist season is in the second half of July and August. Due to the fact that there is a lot of greenery in Simeiz, strong heat is easily tolerated here.
In September, parents with small children and elderly tourists like to relax by the sea. The swimming season in Simeiz ends in early October.
Helen: "We were from June 25 to July 2. The hotel is located five meters from the sea, so we fell asleep and woke up to the sound of the surf, slept with the door to the balcony open. It’s not hot at night, always fresh sea air."
Reviews about Simeiz: we draw conclusions
The picturesque resort is liked by everyone who loves the good old Crimea - a vacation with beautiful views, warm sea, delicious fruits and wine. From the seaside village, it is convenient to get to many attractions. Minibuses run to any part of the peninsula. According to reviews, the service in Simeiz is improving, but even in 2021 it is still far from elite 5 * resorts.
