13 best beaches in Sochi

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Sochi has a huge number of beaches. Many of them are public, some belong to hotels and sanatoriums. We decided to help vacationers with a choice and compiled a rating of the best places on the Black Sea coast.

Best beaches in Sochi

Nomination	a place	beach	rating
The best city beaches in Sochi (free)	1	Imeretian	5.0
	2	Riviera	4.9
	3	Albatross	4.8
	4	Seaside	4.7
The best private beaches in Sochi (paid)	1	Del mar beach club	5.0
	2	Blue ocean	4.9
	3	Rose Beach	4.8
	4	Bridge Resort Sochi	4.7
	5	The beach of the health resort Oktyabrsky	4.6
The best beaches in Sochi for families with children	1	Dagomys	5.0
	2	AquaLoo	4.9
	3	Flamingo	4.8
	4	Swallow	4.7

The best city beaches in Sochi (free)

The resort's municipal beaches have all the necessary equipment and a fairly well-developed infrastructure. The entrance is free. During the season, the coastline is very crowded.

Imeretian

Rating: 5.0

The leader of the rating is the beach located in the southernmost district of Sochi. It stretches to the border with Abkhazia for more than 4 km. This place is equipped with changing cabins, there are bike and scooter rentals. There are many points of sale, souvenirs, budget cafes and canteens nearby. For wealthy tourists, a VIP zone with white sand is open.

Vacationers can use umbrellas, sun loungers, try unique cocktails from the bar. There is a special playground for children. The main advantage of the beach is considered to be a clean and free of breakwaters sea, in which you can see dolphins.

Advantages

• wide track for cyclists along the embankment;
• pure water;
• dolphins come to the shore;
• cafes and canteens work;
• there is a VIP area with parties.

disadvantages

• there are no serious disadvantages.

Riviera

Rating: 4.9

Not far from the Riviera Park is the beach of the same name, which is especially popular with tourists and locals. It is distinguished by numerous bars and cafes, shops. There are trampolines for children.

The beach strip is considered the widest in the Central District of the City. Near the coast there is a well-equipped park with benches and green vegetation. There are a lot of people here in July and August. A place under an umbrella may simply not be found. Tourists love the pebbled surface, optimal depth and easy entry.

Advantages

• location in the city center;
• developed infrastructure;
• wide beach strip;
• proximity to the park;
• many cafes and entertainment.

disadvantages

• there are a lot of tourists during the peak season.

Albatross

Rating: 4.8

Next in the ranking is the beach, which is popularly called 'Santa Barbara' due to the proximity of the hotel of the same name. The albatross is located next to the presidential residence. It can claim to be an environmentally friendly place.

The advantages include a wide beach strip covered with medium-sized pebbles, clear water. Judging by the reviews, dolphins swim to the very shore of the beach. The disadvantages include problems with parking, a narrow passage with a rise. Taxi drivers are always working below, ready to bring tourists up to the beach.

Advantages

• ecologically clean place;
• wide beach strip;
• nice jackdaw;
• pure water.

disadvantages

• The steep climb;
• no parking spaces after lunch.

Seaside

Rating: 4.7

The free beach 'Primorskiy' is 700 meters long. It is adjacent to the park and is one of the most well-groomed in Sochi. On the embankment there are cafes and retail outlets, shops with designer items. The area is equipped with sun loungers and bungalows.

The main advantage of the beach is its proximity to the city center. There are many attractions and attractions within walking distance. The disadvantages of the Primorsky beach include cramped conditions and the presence of many breakwaters.

Advantages

• good location;
• developed infrastructure;
• purity;
• good bottom.

disadvantages

• many people;
• the presence of breakwaters.

The best private beaches in Sochi (paid)

Paid beaches have a well-maintained protected area with excellent bars and restaurants. We advise you to visit at least one of those presented in the second category.

Del mar beach club

Rating: 5.0

Opens the nomination for a VIP beach located in the very center of the city on the main embankment. The paid area is allocated from the municipal beach 'Primorskiy'. The difference between Del Mar Beach Club is the presence of a shower, rental of towels, umbrellas and storage of valuable items, sun loungers, high service.

You can rent a bungalow with curtains for a company for 3-5 thousand rubles a day. Delicious food and drinks delivery from the restaurant of the same name is offered. The Marine Station is just a 10-minute walk away.

Advantages

• high service;
• fast service;
• many services;
• great location;
• cleanliness and comfort.

disadvantages

• not.

Blue ocean

Rating: 4.9

Next in the ranking is the VIP beach of the Central District of Sochi. It enters the territory of the 'Sunny' beach and is divided into 2 parts. The lower zone is a regular pebble surface with umbrellas and sun loungers. The upper part includes a small pool and overlooks the sea. It is equipped with modern sun loungers and soft mattresses.

The main advantages of the beach include fast and quality service, clean changing rooms and free internet. The rest price depends on the zone. The top one costs 1000 rubles, the bottom one costs 500 rubles. Prices for restaurant dishes are 'bite', so meat medallions will cost a guest about 1200 rubles.

Advantages

• fast and quality service;
• free wi-fi;
• gorgeous views;
• a lot of entertainment.

disadvantages

• expensive food.

Rose Beach

Rating: 4.8

Rosa Beach is the most unusual beach in Sochi. It is located on a mountain lake in Krasnaya Polyana. The beach is accessible not only to the guests of the Rosa Khutora hotel, but also to all other tourists. The place is equipped with a wooden deck with changing rooms, showers, umbrellas and sun loungers. Pleases the presence of a children's play area and a huge sandbox. The beach offers a beautiful view of the Caucasus Mountains.

There are two swimming pools with clean water on the territory. Nearby there is a 3 km trail, bridges, a small waterfall and an observation deck. The entrance ticket costs 500 rubles. Are there any discounts for children. It is convenient to get here by bus 105.

Advantages

• excellent equipment;
• there is a children's area;
• a lot of good reviews;
• beautiful views of the mountains;
• the price corresponds to the quality.

disadvantages

• not.

Bridge Resort Sochi

Rating: 4.7

The next line of the rating belongs to the pebble beach, which opens every year on June 1. It is located 150 meters from the hotel of the same name. The territory is securely guarded and equipped with everything you need. Rescuers are watching from special towers.

Vacationers can use showers, changing rooms, sun loungers. There is no technical area on the beach. This moment is referred to as pluses and minuses. In general, reviews of the 'Bridge Resort Sochi' are favorable. Praise for cleanliness and neatness. Tourists are not allowed to swim in the minimum storm. The beach is located 10 minutes from the Bridge Hotel stop. Buses No. 57, 100, 117, 125 run here.

Advantages

• a lot of good reviews;
• cleanliness of the coast;
• excellent equipment;
• responsible work of rescuers.

disadvantages

• there are no serious disadvantages.

The beach of the health resort Oktyabrsky

Rating: 4.6

The beach of the Oktyabrskiy boarding house is chosen for its fine smooth pebbles, gentle surf, even rows of sun loungers, dense awnings from the sun. There are changing cabins on its territory, places for smokers away from sunbathers.

There are many entertainments for young people: cafes, water attractions, swimming pool. To services of tourists cool drinks, kebabs and delicacies. A day on the beach costs 500 rubles. The place is within walking distance from the Mamayka station.

Advantages

• equipped territory;
• good location;
• ideal for young people;
• clean warm sea.

disadvantages

• not found.

The best beaches in Sochi for families with children

Beaches for children have a minimal slope of the coast, long shallow water and a gentle entrance without depressions. All sanitary standards are observed here, there is an entertainment infrastructure.

Dagomys

Rating: 5.0

The first place in the nomination is taken by the largest part of the coast of the Dagomys microdistrict. It stretches for 700 meters and is distinguished by a landscaped well-groomed territory. There is quite a lot of free space here, even during peak season. Umbrellas, sun beds and swings are rented. The situation on the coast can be viewed online using a modern service in the form of a real-time webcam.

The pluses of the Dagomys beach include cleanliness, the presence of lifeguards on duty and medical workers, picturesque places, and a well-developed infrastructure. It offers tourists a children's water park with a swimming pool, sports ground, shower and toilet, equipment and scooter rental, massage therapist, boat trips and diving. You can get here by train to the 'Airport' station.

Advantages

• large well-groomed area;
• there are always free places;
• purity;
• picturesque places;
• many diverse entertainment.

disadvantages

• not.

AquaLoo

Rating: 4.9

Next in the ranking is the beach of the AquaLoo complex, which is known as the White Beach. It is covered with large snow-white pebbles. The gentle entry into the water, the presence of fountains with water, benches, a toilet and a first-aid post are pleasing. Fans of outdoor activities will love the volleyball courts, the banana ride.

There is a pizzeria, bar and barbecue. In the evening, karaoke opens on site. You can get here by bus number 155, 157 to the stop 'AquaLoo Aquapark'. Despite all the fun and amenities of the beach, children still want to get into the water park itself.

Advantages

• excellent entry into the water;
• equipped area;
• many places for sports games;
• easy to get to.

disadvantages

• there are no serious disadvantages.

Flamingo

Rating: 4.8

In Lazarevskoye there is the popular 'Flamingo' beach, which is notable for its picturesque landscapes and free seats. Its coast is covered with pebbles and sand. The length of the coast is 250-300 m. Families with children choose Flamingo for its gentle entrance, shallow sea depth, many entertainment options, including Water Banana, jet skis, boat trips, trampolines and mini-pools.

Local cafes, where you can eat deliciously, are praised. The beach is always fun and plenty to do. Buses run here from the center of the village of Lazarevsky.

Advantages

• beautiful landscapes;
• shallow depth;
• a lot of entertainment;
• delicious food in the cafe.

disadvantages

• not.

Swallow

Rating: 4.7

The beach is located in the Mamayka microdistrict and belongs to municipal facilities. It is praised for its ecologically clean area, fresh sea air. The coastline is 300 meters long. It is covered with medium-sized pebbles. The beach infrastructure includes mattresses, bean bags, sun loungers, umbrellas and catamarans. Tourists are offered the services of a photographer and a massage therapist.

A paramedic and rescuers are on duty here every day. On the territory there is a playground with a trampoline and slides. The “Swallow” is not very conveniently located. It is difficult to get here from Tuapse or Adler. To get to the beach, you need to get to the 'Landyshevaya' stop by bus # 92.

Advantages

• clean area with healing air;
• rich infrastructure;
• medical specialists, masseurs and lifeguards work.

disadvantages

• long journey.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.