Melia Sunny Beach

💦 Large outdoor pool complex with fun aqua park and waterslides
🍽️ Fantastic line-up of five buffet restaurants and nine bars
🎭 Lively daily entertainment and family-friendly activities
🛏️ Comfortable, spacious rooms and family suites sleeping up to 5
♻️ Certified Sustainable Hotel (GSTC-recognised standard)
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 1,025 | Blocks: 3 | Floors: 8 | Lifts: 13
Board options: All Inclusive
Child age: up to 12 years

Melia Sunny Beach sits right in the heart of Bulgaria’s best-known resort, just a short stroll from the wide, gently shelving sands of Sunny Beach. The waterfront promenade and lively Flower Street – packed with bars, cafés, shops and fairground-style attractions – are within walking distance, so you can dial the buzz up or down as you please.

You’re perfectly placed for classic beach days, boat trips along the coast, waterparks and day visits to the UNESCO-listed old town of Nessebar.

Beach: approx. 100m (sandy Blue Flag beach)
Sunny Beach resort centre / Flower Street: approx. 400m
Nessebar Old Town: approx. 5–6km (short taxi or bus ride)

Approx. transfer time from airport: 45 minutes from Bourgas (BOJ)

Sunny Beach, Bourgas Area, Bulgaria

All Inclusive at Melia Sunny Beach is a real strong point, with five buffet restaurants and nine bars to graze your way around.

Main Restaurant is the central hub, serving buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner with live show-cooking stations and plenty of family favourites. For more variety, there are themed buffet venues – Estrellas Ibericas and La Spiaggia Del Sole for Mediterranean and international dishes, plus the Indian Ravi Restaurant and Chinese Hot Pot Restaurant for spicier, Asian-inspired spreads (open seasonally and usually dinner-only, depending on occupancy).

Highchairs and microwaves make life easier with little ones, and a smart-casual dress code (no beachwear) keeps evenings relaxed but refined.

Drinks and snacks are widely available:
– Beach Bar on the sand (Jun–mid-Sep, weather & occupancy dependent)
– German Biergarten “Kaefergarten” for draught beer and light bites
– Cuban-style Mojito Stand in the gardens on warm evenings
– Multiple lobby bars for coffee, cocktails and late-night chats
– Wiener Café “Amadeus” for cakes and speciality coffees
– Snack Bar and Pizza Station on the terrace for easy daytime bites

The All Inclusive package generally covers meals in the open buffet restaurants and snacks at set times, plus local wine, beer, spirits, cocktails and soft drinks for at least 12 hours per day. Beach bar inclusions, premium drinks and seasonal opening dates may vary; details are confirmed on arrival. For a broader guide to inclusions, see what All Inclusive typically includes.

The pool scene here is huge. You’ve got:
– 5 outdoor freshwater pools, including:
  • Large main pools with sun terraces, loungers and parasols
  • A heated outdoor pool (usually heated mid-Jun to mid-Sep)
  • Two children’s pools, one with colourful slides (heated late May–mid-Sep)
– Aqua park area with waterslides for older kids and teens (minimum age 5 years and 120cm height; usually open 25 May–15 Sep, weather and occupancy dependent, set hours morning and afternoon)
– Indoor heated freshwater pool (typically open 01 May–30 Sep)

Pool towels are provided free of charge, and inflatables are allowed in the dedicated kids’ pool.

Just 100m away, the long sandy beach offers gentle waves and a classic resort feel, with sunbeds, water sports (independent operators, extra charge) and a seasonal beach bar that’s often included in the All Inclusive during summer.

There’s plenty to keep both grown-ups and little ones busy away from the pool:

Sports & fitness
– Gym with cardio machines, free weights and strength equipment (16+, open 01 May–30 Sep)
– Aerobics and aqua aerobics
– Yoga sessions
– Mini-golf, darts, climbing wall, table tennis, petanque and volleyball
– Pool table (extra charge)

Spa & wellness
– Spa with sauna, steam room and Turkish bath (18+, extra charge)
– Range of massages and beauty treatments (16+ for beauty, charges apply)
– On-site hairdresser (extra charge)

Other facilities
– 24-hour reception and luggage storage
– Currency exchange
– Equipment hire including kettles, pushchairs, wheelchairs and mobility scooters (extra charge)

Facilities and opening times are often seasonal and weather-dependent, especially in early and late season.

Family Suite with Pool View
Sleeps: 1–4 plus 1 infant.
Best for families who like extra space and a pool-facing outlook. These suites feature two separate bedrooms, two bathrooms (with bath and shower attachment or shower), and a generous double balcony – ideal when the kids are asleep but you’re not.

Family Suite
Sleeps: 1–4 plus 1 infant.
The same practical layout as the pool-view suites – two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a double balcony – but without the guaranteed pool view. Great value for larger families or friends sharing.

Promotional Family Suite with Pool View
Sleeps: 4.
Allocated on a promotional basis, these offer the family suite layout and pool view but may come with less flexibility on changes or location within the complex.

Standard Double Room
Sleeps: 1–3 plus 1 infant.
A comfortable base with two single beds and a sofa bed. Each room offers a balcony, bathroom with bath and shower attachment or shower, and all standard amenities.

Double Room with Pool View
Sleeps: 2–3 plus 1 infant.
As Standard Double, but with a pool-facing balcony – a popular pick for being close to the action and enjoying that holiday atmosphere from your room.

Double Room with Side Sea View
Sleeps: 2–3 plus 1 infant.
Similar layout to the pool-view room, but with a side-on glimpse of the Black Sea from the balcony. A nice upgrade if you enjoy a sea breeze.

Standard Junior Suite
Sleeps: 1–5.
Great for larger families or small groups. Typically comes with one double bed, two single beds and a sofa bed in an open-plan or semi-open-plan layout, plus balcony and a bathroom with bath and shower attachment.

Standard Double Room for Sole Use
Sleeps: 1.
Ideal for solo travellers wanting all the resort facilities without compromising on comfort.

Standard Double Room for Single Parent Use
Sleeps: 2–3.
Tailored to single parents travelling with children, with all standard double room features.

Promotional Standard Double Room for Single Parent Use
Sleeps: 1–3.
A value-led option for single parents, allocated on offer, with the same core facilities as the standard rooms.

In-room amenities (typical)
Most room types include:
– Flat-screen TV
– Free Wi-Fi
– Safety deposit box
– Hairdryer
– Balcony
– Fridge
– Bathroom with bath and shower attachment or shower
– Air conditioning
– Daily room cleaning
– Towel change on request

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

🎯 Daily daytime activities programme (seasonal)
  • Arts and crafts, small team games and family challenges
  • Team sports such as volleyball and mini-football
  • Aqua aerobics and pool games

🎡 Evening entertainment (seasonal)
  • In-house shows and professional performances
  • Mini-disco for children
  • Live music, karaoke, bingo and quizzes

👧 Children’s activities
  • Kids’ and teens’ club (approx. 4–17yrs, seasonal, depending on occupancy)
  • Indoor play area with soft play, ball pit and slides (supervised)
  • Outdoor playground with swings, climbing frames and shaded spots

Activities, age bands and schedules can vary by season and occupancy; the local programme is confirmed on arrival.

🛎️ 24-hour reception and concierge-style assistance
💼 Luggage storage for early arrivals and late departures
💱 Currency exchange service
👶 Pushchair hire (extra charge, subject to availability)
♿ Wheelchair and mobility scooter hire (extra charge)
☕ Multiple lobby bars and cafés for drinks and snacks throughout the day
🧺 Pool towel service free of charge
💇 On-site hairdresser and paid spa & beauty services

Guest services and hire options are subject to availability and may carry local charges.

Sunny Beach is Bulgaria’s headline resort on the Black Sea – a long, lively stretch of sand with good-value dining, nightlife and plenty of family attractions. Expect hot, dry summers, a relaxed beach vibe by day and a more upbeat atmosphere after dark, particularly around Flower Street.

Good to know:
– Country: Bulgaria
– Resort: Sunny Beach, Bourgas Area
– Language: Bulgarian (English widely spoken in resorts)
– Currency: Bulgarian Lev (BGN)
– Time difference: GMT +2 hours
– Average flight time from UK: approx. 4 hours
– Typical transfer time to hotel: approx. 45 minutes from Bourgas (BOJ)

Hotel facilities, entertainment schedules and pools (especially aqua park and heated pools) can be seasonal and weather-dependent, and may change from year to year. If something is essential to your stay, ask your Travelisto travel designer to reconfirm before booking.

For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Bulgaria advice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Melia Sunny Beach good for families?
Yes. Melia Sunny Beach is designed with families in mind: there are multiple children’s pools, an aqua park with slides, kids’ and teens’ clubs, indoor and outdoor play areas, family suites that sleep up to four, and junior suites sleeping up to five. The All Inclusive dining and short walk to the beach also make life easy with children in tow.

2. What’s included in the All Inclusive at Melia Sunny Beach?
The All Inclusive package usually includes buffet breakfast, lunch and dinner in the open restaurants, plus snacks at set times for a minimum of three hours per day. Local wine, beer, spirits, cocktails and soft drinks are available for at least 12 hours daily. From June to September, the beach bar typically joins the All Inclusive, serving coffee, beer, soft drinks, paninis and ice cream (subject to availability and weather). Exact details can change seasonally, so check the information given on arrival.

3. Does Melia Sunny Beach have a dress code?
The main and themed buffet restaurants request that beachwear is not worn, especially at dinner. Think relaxed smart-casual – shorts and t-shirts are generally fine, but swimwear and wet clothing should be covered. Some bars and cafés are more informal, particularly around the pools and gardens.

4. When is the aqua park open and are there any restrictions?
The aqua park at Melia Sunny Beach typically operates between 25 May and 15 September, with opening hours around 10:00–12:00 and 15:00–17:00, depending on weather and hotel occupancy. For safety, there is usually a minimum age of 5 years and a minimum height of 120cm to use the slides. These details can change, so always follow the lifeguards’ guidance on site.

5. Is there a spa at Melia Sunny Beach?
Yes. The hotel has a spa area offering a sauna, steam room, Turkish bath and a range of massages and beauty treatments. Spa facilities are generally available to guests aged 18+ (beauty treatments often from 16+) and all services carry an extra charge. There is also an on-site hairdresser.

6. How far is Melia Sunny Beach from local attractions?
From Melia Sunny Beach you’re about 400m from the lively resort centre and Flower Street, with its bars, restaurants and fairground rides. The Action Aquapark and Luna Park are just a short taxi or bus ride away, and the historic town of Nessebar is around 5–6km along the coast, easily reached by boat, bus or taxi.

7. Is Wi-Fi available at Melia Sunny Beach?
Yes, free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected, stream and share your holiday photos with ease.