Mellas beach

7.1

/ 10 Good

#206 out of 332
in Southern Federal District

About

Mellas beach is located on the Black Sea and it is in the 84th place out of 139 beaches in the Republic of Crimea region 64.9 km away from its center, the city of Simferopol. It is one of the beaches of Sanatornoye settlement, just 0.6 km from its center. The beach is located in an urban area, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a small bay with crystal turquoise water and gray pebble, so it is recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

A significant part of the beach has a restricted access. The beach facilities are only available to hotel guests. Their list includes, loungers and umbrellas, changing rooms. .

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located at some distance, within 300 meters.

2 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Foros Park beach, which has a rating of 7.8.

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Historical

+17 ^oC +10 ^oC

Air temperature

2.4 M/S

Wind

+13 ^oC

Water temperature

0.5 M

Wave height

Sanatornoye, Southern Federal District, Republic of Crimea

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Beach overall scores

Water

Exceptional

9.5/10

Cover

Bad

1/10

Cleanliness

Good

7/10

Amenities

Poor

2.9/10

Mellas beach is located in Republic of Crimea within Sanatornoye, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

User reviews

"I really adore this place! Mellas is more than just a stunning park and sanatorium; it's a sanctuary for the spirit."

Natalia Smirnova

"The beach is a fantastic spot with a rich history. It's simply a vast area that features a stunning park. Everywhere you turn, there is nothing but serenity, calmness, and tranquility. The dining options are buffet-style and offer enough food to satisfy a group of five. A heartfelt appreciation goes out to the staff for their exceptional service. If your budget permits, I hi..."

Soren Mikkelsen

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"I really adore this place! Mellas is more than just a stunning park and sanatorium; it's a sanctuary for the spirit."

Natalia Smirnova

Soren Mikkelsen

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General features

ownership
- Hotel and public beach
- Major part for hotel guests and a small public area
sharks
- Low prevalence of sharks
occupancy
- Moderate in high season
size&shape
location
- Within the settlement, roads and buildings adjacent to the beach

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Beach surroundings

Transport Localities

Transport

UKS• 38km
Foros• 3.6km
Zolota Balka station• 21.8km

Localities

Sanatornoye• 630m
Simferopol• 64.9km

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What is the water and sand quality of the Mellas beach?

The beachline of Mellas beach is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.

What are the key activities at Mellas beach?

For sunbathing and relaxing, Mellas beach has comfortable sun loungers, and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Mellas beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is a bit rocky, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Mellas beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.

There are few boats in the bay.

Is the Mellas beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is partly a hotel beach, part of the territory belongs to the hotel, and the rest of the beach is open to everyone. Only hotel guests have access to the entire infrastructure. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.

Is the Mellas beach secluded and good for relaxing?

There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Mellas beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Mellas beach.

How far is the Mellas beach from parking?

The Mellas beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. It's not very close, about 300 meters.

What is the best time of the year to visit Mellas beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Mellas beach is July. Its average value reaches 27°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 26°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 4°C and water 11°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Mellas beach (Republic of Crimea) is suitable for all lovers of sunbathing on the beach, because here there are basic facilities - sun loungers with umbrellas. And this fits perfectly into the concept of a comfortable holiday. There is only one possible problem, if for some reason you do not get a sunbed, then you will not have more opportunity to hide in the shade during the sunniest day time, since there is no natural shade on the beach. But can this be a stop for sunbathers? If you want to get to know more about the beach, we advise you to study the photos above.