General description:
The hotel Grifid Hotel Metropol (adults only) lies directly by the Grifid private beach, a private sandy beach. At the beach, there are sun umbrellas and sun loungers free of charge. The tourist centre is about 500 m away. The town Varna is around 15 km away (Balchik around 22 km). Shopping facilities are located approx.50 m from the hotel. It is only 100 m from the hotel to the nearest bars and restaurants. For evening dancing you will find a nightclub in a distance of approx. 500 m. The following attractions can be reached from the hotel: Aquapolis (approx. 1 km away), Aladja Monastery (approx. 4 km away), Albena (approx. 12 km away), Sveti Konstantin (approx. 10 km away) and Botanic Garden (approx. 30 km away). For mobility during your holiday, there are a taxi rank (around 50 m away), a bus stop (approx. 500 m away) and a car rental company. Locations further away can be reached via the railway station in a distance of around 15 km. For medical treatment in emergencies there is a hospital around 15 km away. The airport (VAR) is approx. 28 km away. The hotel and airport are linked by a shuttle (for a fee). Another airport (BOJ) is located approx. 127 km away.

Hygiene and safety measures
In order to protect the health of the guests, the following hygiene and protective measures are taken in the hotel: Compliance of the WHO recommendations and local laws, trained and equipped staff with hygiene and protection measures, safe access with sanitary controls to suppliers and employees, staff replacement policy, hand sanitizer available in all areas, intense cleaning and disinfection protocols for all areas, in-house medical services, luggage transportation by the staff, luggage transportation by the guest, protective screens at the reception, non-contact in-house information, disinfection carpets at main door, elevator occupancy control measures, restaurant space adapted to ensure social distancing, minimum 2m distance between tables at restaurants, controlled access to the restaurant (extended service hours, scheduled turns), controlled access to the bar (extended service hours, scheduled turns), digital menus, buffet alternatives (protective screens, assisted buffet service, Show-Cooking), intensification control in chlorination levels and disinfection protocols for pools, minimum 2m between sun beds, additional adapted chill-out/ relaxation areas, additional space for families at pools, self-protecting gear available for guests (hand sanitizer, masks, gloves), guest infection policy, temperature control measures for guests, clean and sanitized rooms, intensification of disinfection / cleaning protocols, daily room disinfection, housekeeping staff equipped with self-protecting gear, new air treatments (air filters), individual amenities, daily change of towels, ensured social distancing at Kids Club, hygiene protocols and control access at Kids Club (limited entry), adapted activities at Kids Club, reduced groups and guided activities at Kids Club, enhanced hygiene protocols ensured at Spa and Wellness, adapted Spa and Wellness relax areas as well as adapted Spa / Wellness treatments.

Amenities:
Completely renovated in 2013, the 11-storey 5-star beach hotel has 129 rooms in total. It offers its guests a reception (check-in from 14:00, check-out until 12:00), a lobby with bar, 2 lifts, air conditioning, a safe (for free), coiffeur, kiosk, various other shops, a sky bar (open from 20:00 – 00:00), a parking area (for a fee), a security entry system and a money changing facility. For the meals, there are three restaurants (air-conditioned). In a total 4 bars, you can relax in the evening in good company. WiFi is available for free. For honeymooners, the hotel offers special romantic dishes in the restaurant. For guests dependent on a wheelchair the hotel has a barrier-free access, a wheelchair accessible lift and a number of wheelchair accessible bathrooms. Room cleaning and concierge service are free of charge. Laundry / ironing service and medical service are available for a fee.

Pool:
In the outdoor area of the hotel you will find 2 fresh water pools (open from May to October). Here, there are sun loungers and sun umbrellas for free available. A bar at the pool offers guests refreshing beverages (open from 10:00 – 17:00).

Meals:
Breakfast (from 07:30 – 10:00) from the buffet or à la carte. All inclusive Plus: breakfast, lunch and dinner. Breakfast as well as lunch and dinner only in selected restaurants. Soft drinks (10:00 – 00:00), coffee & tea (10:00 – 00:00), small snacks (14:00 – 17:00) and national alcoholic drinks (10:00 – 00:00). Late riser’s breakfast, water, beer, wine, selected imported spirits (limited and only in special bars and restaurants), cakes & pastries as well as cocktails at certain times. Welcome drink, free Internet, free use of safe (with deposit), certain sports activities included, free minibar as well as 24h service. Earlier check in and later check out possible (according to occupancy / availability). One meal in the à la carte restaurant.

Sport and Leisure:
Sports and entertainment: Tennis (where applicable, for a fee, approx. 50 m away), table tennis (for free), football, basketball, fitness, volleyball, beach volleyball and yoga. A golf course is located approx. 32 km from the hotel. Bicycle rental, bicycle storage room (for a fee) and guided bike tours (for free). Spa area with sun terrace, sauna and massages available for a fee. Entertainment for adults: evening shows and live music.

Additional information:
Additional fees may apply for certain facilities, amenities or activities. Some services depend on the local climatic conditions and the season. Languages spoken: English, German, French and Russian. Accepted methods of payment: Euro / MasterCard and Visa. Some services and facilities might be closed or offered with restrictions due to COVID19 Prevention measurement. Changes can be applied without previous notice.

Standard JuniorSuite (LateralSeaView, Balcony or Terrace):
With living room, double bed, sofa bed as extra bed, carpet, balcony or terrace, kettle (where applicable, for a fee), minibar (for free), internet (for free), safe (for free) and flat screen sat/cable TV as well as centrally controlled air conditioning. Bathroom with shower.

Double Standard JuniorSuite (SeaSide):
With balcony and kettle (where applicable, for a fee). Bathroom with shower.

Double Standard Room (LateralSeaView, Balcony):
With balcony and kettle (where applicable, for a fee). Bathroom with shower.

SingleUse Standard Room (LateralSeaView, Balcony or Terrace):
With twin bed, carpet, balcony or terrace, kettle (where applicable, for a fee), minibar (for free), internet (for free), safe (for free) and flat screen sat/cable TV as well as centrally controlled air conditioning. Bathroom with bathtub and shower.

SingleUse Standard Room (LateralSeaView, Balcony):
With balcony and kettle (where applicable, for a fee). Bathroom with shower.

Twin Standard Room (LateralSeaView, Balcony or Terrace):
With twin bed, carpet, balcony or terrace, kettle (where applicable, for a fee), minibar (for free), internet (for free), safe (for free) and flat screen sat/cable TV as well as centrally controlled air conditioning. Bathroom with bathtub and shower.
ERRATA:
Seasonal Facilities – Comment:Please note that some facilities may open later or close earlier depending on weather conditions and depend on occupancy of the hotel. Restrictions may apply at the beginning and at the end of season.