Matsesta is a resort microdistrict of Greater Sochi. He grew up next to the well-known hydropathic establishment throughout the country. We have collected reviews of vacationers about Matsesta - find out what the pros and cons of the resort.
Resort impressions
Matsesta is part of Sochi, but the local way of life is not at all urban. The green neighborhood is located far from the hustle and bustle. There is a balneological sanatorium "Matsesta" and accommodation for tourists. The popular hydropathic establishment has been operating for over a century. Vacationers undergo mud therapy courses and take baths from mineral hydrogen sulfide water. The smell of rotten eggs is everywhere in Matsesta.
The microdistrict is spread over the hills in the valley of the Matsesta River and its tributary Tsanyk. Most of the hotels and guest houses are built high above the sea. From the beaches you have to climb on foot, drive up by car or minibus.
Aagloriy: "When you enter there, trees surround you on both sides. You drive like in a forest, not knowing where the houses are. And the houses are all up in the mountains, because of the density of the trees they are not even visible."
Is it expensive to rest
One of the main advantages of Matsesta is its good infrastructure. The resort has shops, pharmacies, hairdressing salons and an agricultural fair selling fresh and affordable produce.
Renting a sunbed and a sun umbrella costs 200 rubles, and scuba diving costs 4000 rubles. Prices in hotels and guest houses are lower than in the center of Sochi. Tours and water activities cost the same. Look for accommodation in Matsesta on Hotelluk.
Dilyara: "There is a market near the Pyaterochka store. Fruit prices are high. On Vinogradnaya Street, opposite the church, there is a Kolobok dining room with a very unassuming interior, but the food there is delicious and the prices are low. I took something from meat, a side dish, salad, compote, often it turned out even less than 200 rubles. "
The best hotels of Matsesta
What is the sea and beaches in Matsesta
According to vacationers, the beach strip in Matsesta is the worst on the entire Sochi coast. The beach is small and rather narrow. The railway runs a few meters from the sea.
The coast is covered with large and medium pebbles and equipped with wooden walkways. It is more convenient to swim in aquashuse.
The sea is relatively clean and the beach is cleaned every day, but there is still garbage left from the would-be holiday-goers.
MerySue: "There is a pebbly shore, there are umbrellas and sun loungers for rent, there is a spacious parking lot. There are cafes on the embankment that stretches all the way to the Agura ravine, where you can sit and admire the sea."
Panorama of the beach strip in Matsesta
Things to do
While on vacation in Matsesta, tourists enjoy taking hydrogen sulfide baths, walking, taking pictures against the backdrop of an elegant rotunda, going on excursions and boat trips. According to reviews, vacationers in Matsesta like the horse farm, Agursky waterfalls and hiking tours around the resort.
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There are several regular buses running around Sochi, the routes of which are laid through Matsesta. Do not overpay guides, travel to the sights yourself!
Anna Severtseva: "There is something to see: waterfalls on the Zmeika river, Aquarium, Tea plantations, Eagle rocks, Matsesta springs and the balneological center" Matsesta "itself.
Vacation with children
Matsesta may not be the best choice for a vacation with children. For preschoolers, the terrain is uncomfortable and there is little entertainment. Older children can find something to do. In New Matsesta there is the Aquarium & Marine Zoo Oceanarium, and 6 km away is the Mayak Water Park.
During a vacation in Matsesta with the whole family, walk to the monument to Prometheus, visit the funny Glade of Dwarfs in the Matsesta Valley and go to Sochi.
Olga996: "The three of us had a rest: me, my husband and a child. We got from the airport in 20 minutes. The beach is clean, the entrance to the sea is convenient. We were in August, the water was warm. The territory is beautiful, well-groomed. Leisure is normal. For children, a playground. You can go to excursion. The rest left the warmest memories. "
When is the best time to go
The beach season in Matsesta begins in May, but at the end of spring the water temperature in the Black Sea is only + 17 ... + 19 ° С. It is more comfortable to swim and sunbathe in summer and early autumn.
In July and August, the air warms up to + 29 ... + 32 ° С, and sea water - up to + 26 ... + 27 ° С. Due to the greenery and relief, Matsesta has a special microclimate. It is easier to endure the heat in this resort than in other areas of Greater Sochi.
Many tourists come to Matsesta during the velvet season. In October, the sea is still warm, + 20 ... + 24 ° С, and in November the weather becomes rainy in autumn. Beach activities are over and the resort is quiet until next spring. Find out when to relax in Sochi.
For treatment, vacationers come to Matsesta all year round. Winters are not frosty here, but it often rains. Learn about the best thermal springs in the Krasnodar Territory.
Irina Pro: "In October, hopes for the heat in Sochi were justified, summer waited for us, and we had time to sunbathe and swim. The air temperature all days, except two, stood at + 25 ... + 26 ° С degrees, water + 23 ... + 24 ° С" ...
Is it worth going to Matsesta
According to vacationers, Matsesta is more of a pleasant residential area for living in Sochi than a comfortable place for a summer vacation in 2021. The hilly terrain is inconvenient for kids and aged tourists.
It is worth going to Matsesta for treatment at a balneological resort. Hydrogen sulfide baths help to remove toxins from the body, relieve inflammation in joints, bones and tendons well. If health tourism is not in the first place, look for another vacation spot on the Black Sea!
