Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa

St Vlas | Bulgaria

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Settled right on the Black Sea shoreline between chic St Vlas and lively Sunny Beach, adults-only Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa pairs infinity-pool glamour with wide-open sea views from every room. With a spoiling spa, All Inclusive Plus dining and a polished Preferred Club upgrade, this contemporary 5-star retreat is made for grown-up beach breaks.

Infinity-edge pools melt into the Black Sea horizon, stylish loungers line a broad seafront terrace and every room faces the water – Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa is all about that uninterrupted sea view. Inside, marble, glass and soft neutrals set the tone for a grown-up escape, while the spa, à la carte dining and laid-back bars keep you firmly in holiday mode from sunrise to last cocktail.

For couples seeking Bulgaria’s coast with a more polished, adults-only vibe, Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa delivers the perfect balance of beachfront relaxation and easy access to buzzy Sunny Beach. It’s approximately 1 hour from Bourgas (BOJ) airport. See more Bulgaria holidays.

Hotel Overview | Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa

Highlights

👥 Adults-only sanctuary (18+ only)
🏖️ Excellent beachfront setting between St Vlas and Sunny Beach
🏊 Infinity-style outdoor pools with whirlpool zones
💆 Sensational spa with sauna, steam room and treatments
🎗️ Preferred Club rooms with exclusive lounge, sunbeds and extras
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout

Rating and Board

Official rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rooms: 334 | Floors: 13 | Lifts: 4
Board options: All Inclusive, All Inclusive Plus

Minimum age: 18+ (adults-only property)

Location | Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa

Location

Set on a broad stretch of Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast, Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa enjoys a prime beachfront position between upmarket St Vlas and the nightlife hub of Sunny Beach.

Stylish St Vlas is your calmer neighbour, where pine-clad hills drop down to yacht-filled marinas and chic beach bars. Glide along the promenade for sunset cocktails or head 3km along the coast to Sunny Beach for a livelier night out, clubs and a long sandy bay.

Days here are made for rattan parasols, water sports and people-watching on the sand, with sparkling nights centred on the seafront promenades, casinos and open-air shows.

Distances and Transfers

Beach: on the beachfront
St Vlas resort centre: approx. 2.2km
Sunny Beach resort centre: approx. 3km

Approx. transfer time from Bourgas Airport (BOJ): 1 hour

Map


St Vlas, Bourgas Area, Bulgaria

Facilities and Rooms | Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa


Restaurants and Bars

Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa runs an All Inclusive / All Inclusive Plus concept with a generous choice of venues:

  • Market Café – Main buffet restaurant for breakfast and dinner with live-cooking stations and an international spread. Smart casual dress (no beachwear; long trousers requested for gentlemen).
  • Barefoot Grill – Laid-back buffet by the pool, serving lunch and snacks with show cooking – ideal for relaxed days in swimwear away from the main restaurant.
  • Seaside Grill – Buffet-style dinners on the beach (typically late May–early September, occupancy dependent). Included for Preferred Club guests, available with supplement for other guests.
  • Oceana Seafood Restaurant – À la carte dinners with an international, seafood-forward menu in a refined setting.
  • Portofino – Italian à la carte restaurant, open seasonally for dinner (usually May–September), with classic pastas and Mediterranean-inspired mains.
  • Coco Café – Coffee bar for speciality coffees, teas and light bites during the day.
  • Deep Swim-Up Bar – Swim-up bar serving drinks by the pool from late morning to early evening.
  • Eclipse – Disco bar for late-evening drinks and music (seasonal hours, no beachwear).
  • Preferred Club Lounge – Exclusive adults-only lounge for Preferred Club guests, open daily with drinks and a quieter atmosphere.
  • Rendezvous Lobby Bar – Central meeting spot from late afternoon until late, also serving snacks.

All Inclusive Plus usually includes buffet breakfast and dinner at Market Café, buffet lunch at Barefoot Grill or Seaside Grill, snacks between meals, international and local drinks for a minimum of 12 hours daily and a daily replenished mini-bar with beer and soft drinks. À la carte dinners at Portofino and Oceana are typically included with reservations (subject to availability). Details and inclusions can vary by season – always check your latest Travelisto confirmation for the most up-to-date specifics.

What All Inclusive typically includes.


Pool Areas and Beach

Step outside and you’re greeted by expansive outdoor freshwater pools that appear to merge with the Black Sea. Sun terraces are lined with loungers and parasols, with whirlpool sections for long, lazy soaks and a dedicated area for Preferred Club guests.

There’s also a heated indoor pool with whirlpool (heating usually 1 May–30 September, weather dependent), ideal for cooler days at either end of the season or a post-spa swim. Complimentary pool towels are provided.

The hotel fronts directly onto the sandy beachfront, so you can swap pool for sea in seconds. A range of water sports, from windsurfing to motorised options and giant inflatables, is typically available in season via an independent local operator (extra charges apply).

Spa, Sports and Other Facilities

Wellness is central to the Secrets experience here. The elegant spa features a sauna, steam room and relaxation areas, along with a menu of massages, facials and beauty treatments, plus an on-site hairdresser (treatments at extra cost; typical opening 08:00–20:00).

Active guests are well looked after:

  • Air-conditioned gym with cardio machines, free weights, stretching zone and strength equipment
  • Aerobics and aqua aerobics
  • Basketball, football, tennis, volleyball, paddle, petanque and darts
  • Yoga sessions for gentle stretching with a sea breeze backdrop

Entertainment is seasonally tailored:

  • Frequent daytime activities in peak summer (typically July–August), including pool games and low-key competitions
  • Regular daytime activities in spring and autumn (around September–June)
  • Frequent evening entertainment from May to October, such as live music, professional shows, themed nights and bingo

Other useful touches include a 24-hour reception with currency exchange (local charge) and luggage storage, plus the reassurance that this is a Certified Sustainable Hotel, aligning your stay with greener travel choices.


Rooms

Every room at Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa is sea-facing, so Black Sea views are a standard, not an upgrade. Décor is contemporary and calming, with soft neutrals, wood accents and floor-to-ceiling glass to maximise the outlook.

Room highlights include (vary by type):

  • Balcony
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Safety deposit box
  • Air conditioning
  • Shower bathroom with hairdryer
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Kettle and, in many room types, coffee-making facilities
  • Mini-bar (stocked, some items at extra charge; All Inclusive Plus includes daily replenishment of soft drinks and beer)
  • Daily cleaning and towel change; linen change on request

Deluxe Double Room
Sleeps 1–2. Contemporary double room with balcony and side or limited sea view depending on allocation. Includes TV, Wi-Fi, safe, air-con, shower bathroom, bathrobes and slippers, hairdryer, kettle, mini-bar and daily housekeeping.

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View / Frontal Sea View
Sleeps 1–2 (or 1 for Sole Use in dedicated categories). As Deluxe Double but with a clearer or frontal sea view, perfect for sunrise coffees or sunset drinks on your balcony.

Deluxe Double Room with Frontal Sea View for Sole Use
Sleeps 1. Ideal for solo travellers wanting more space and a guaranteed frontal sea view.

Deluxe Double Room with Sea View for Sole Use
Sleeps 1. Similar facilities with sea outlook, tailored to solo guests.

Junior Suite
Sleeps 2. Larger open-plan layout with additional seating area and balcony. Facilities as Deluxe Double, with more space to unwind.

Junior Suite with Frontal Sea View
Sleeps 2. Junior Suite with prime sea-facing balcony and panoramic horizon views – a great choice for longer stays or special occasions.

Junior Suite for Sole Use / Junior Suite with Frontal Sea View for Sole Use
Sleeps 1. All the extra space of a Junior Suite, with either standard or frontal sea views, just for you.

Preferred Club Deluxe Double Room with Frontal Sea View
Sleeps 2 (also available for Sole Use). Upgraded double rooms with some of the best frontal sea views, plus Preferred Club benefits:

  • Access to the Preferred Club Lounge
  • Exclusive sunbeds on the beach and by the pool
  • Exclusive à la carte dining at Seaside Grill for dinner in high season (with reservation, subject to availability)
  • Welcome bottle of wine
  • Premium mini-bar
  • Exclusive beach bag
  • Capsule coffee machine and tea selection
  • Pillow menu (on request, subject to availability)
  • Turndown service

Preferred Club Junior Suite with Frontal Sea View
Sleeps 2–3 (also available for Sole Use). Spacious, front-row sea-view junior suite with seating area and all Preferred Club extras – an excellent choice for those who like more room and added perks.

Preferred Club Deluxe Junior Suite with Frontal Sea View
Sleeps 2 (also available for Sole Use). The top-tier option, combining generous floor space, expansive frontal sea views and the full Preferred Club experience for a truly indulgent stay.

*Images indicative; layouts/views may vary.

Activities & Experiences


Hotel Activities

🏋️ Air-conditioned gym with cardio and strength equipment
🤸 Aerobics and aqua aerobics
🏀 Basketball and football
🎾 Tennis and paddle
🏐 Beach or court volleyball
🎯 Darts and petanque
🧘 Yoga sessions
🌊 Seasonal water sports on the beach (external provider, extra charge)

Daytimes are relaxed but social, with small-group activities, poolside games and low-key competitions, especially in high summer. Evenings bring a rotating schedule of live music, professional shows, themed nights and the chance to dance or simply enjoy a cocktail with a view.


Guest Services

🛎️ 24-hour reception
💱 Currency exchange (local charge)
🧳 Luggage storage
🧖 Spa with sauna, steam room, massages and beauty treatments (extra charge)
💇 On-site hairdresser (extra charge)
🧺 Daily housekeeping and towel change, linen on request
📶 Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
🧴 Complimentary pool towels

The hotel also carries Certified Sustainable Hotel credentials, reflecting a commitment to more responsible operations, from energy efficiency to reduced waste – a detail we love at Travelisto when crafting lower-impact escapes.

Practical Info

Resort insight – St Vlas & Sunny Beach
Stylish St Vlas offers a slower pace than neighbouring Sunny Beach, with chic marinas, rattan parasols on long sandy beaches and a line-up of cocktail bars, casinos and open-air shows around the amphitheatre. Expect a relaxed, grown-up feel in resort, with the option to dip into Sunny Beach’s livelier nightlife just a short taxi ride away.

Good to know
Language: Bulgarian
Currency: Bulgarian Lev (BGN)
Time difference: GMT +2 hours
Typical UK–Bourgas flight time: around 4 hours
Transfer time to hotel: approx. 1 hour by road

*Hotel facilities, opening dates and entertainment programmes are subject to seasonal changes and may vary depending on occupancy. Some services and activities carry an extra charge, payable locally. For entry rules and health guidance see the UK FCDO Spain advice.

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FAQs | Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa adults-only?
Yes. Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa is an adults-only hotel with a minimum age of 18 years. The atmosphere is tailored towards couples and friends, with no children on site and facilities such as a refined spa, calm pools and more sophisticated evening entertainment.

2. How far is Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa from St Vlas and Sunny Beach?
The hotel is located directly on the beachfront between the two resorts. It’s around 2.2km from the centre of St Vlas, where you’ll find yacht marinas and chic bars, and approximately 3km from Sunny Beach resort centre, known for its lively nightlife and long sandy bay. Local taxis and resort buses make it easy to hop between the two.

3. What’s included with All Inclusive Plus at Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa?
All Inclusive Plus typically covers buffet-style breakfast and dinner at Market Café, buffet lunch at Barefoot Grill or Seaside Grill, snacks at selected times throughout the day, and a wide selection of international and local alcoholic and soft drinks served for at least 12 hours daily. The in-room mini-bar is usually replenished each day with soft drinks and beer. Guests may also be able to dine in the Oceana Seafood and Portofino Italian à la carte restaurants with reservations made in advance, subject to availability. Inclusions can change by season, so always check your Travelisto holiday documents for the latest details.

4. What are the benefits of booking a Preferred Club room?
Preferred Club rooms at Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa add a layer of VIP comfort. Benefits generally include access to the Preferred Club Lounge, exclusive sunbeds on the beach and by the pool, exclusive à la carte dining at Seaside Grill for dinner in peak season (with reservation and subject to availability), a welcome bottle of wine, premium stocked mini-bar, an exclusive beach bag, capsule coffee machine, a selection of teas, pillow menu upon request and turndown service. Room locations also tend to offer some of the best frontal sea views.

5. Does the hotel have a spa and indoor pool?
Yes. The resort features a full-service spa with sauna, steam room and a range of massage and beauty treatments, as well as an on-site hairdresser (all payable locally). There is also an indoor freshwater pool with whirlpool, which is usually heated between early May and the end of September depending on weather conditions, making it a great option outside the warmest summer months.

6. What kind of entertainment can I expect?
Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa offers a varied entertainment programme. In high summer you can expect frequent daytime activities such as pool games, aqua aerobics and small team competitions, while evenings feature live music, professional shows, quizzes or themed nights most days from May through to October. In lower seasons, the schedule may be lighter but you can still expect regular activities and relaxed evening options.

7. Is there Wi-Fi at Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa?
Yes. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel, including in guest rooms and public areas, so you can stay connected, share your sea views and keep in touch with home with ease.

8. How long is the transfer from Bourgas Airport and is it included?
The transfer from Bourgas Airport (BOJ) to Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa is typically around 1 hour by coach, depending on traffic and the number of stops en route. When you book a package holiday with Travelisto that includes flights and hotel, shared resort transfers are generally included as standard unless stated otherwise.

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