The southern coast of Crimea has a unique microclimate, which not only contributes to quality rest, but also has a very beneficial effect on the body. It is not surprising that the largest number of Crimean he alth resorts is concentrated here. In particular, the sanatorium "Ai-Danil" deserves attention. Guest reviews will help you evaluate the quality of treatment and other services.
Location
The sanatorium "Ai-Danil" in Gurzuf is far from the bustle of the city and noisy highways. The picturesque territory of the he alth resort is located at the foot of the mountains in the middle of a relic juniper grove. Address: Danilovka village, Lesnaya street, 4. This is between the legendary Artek camp and the Nikitsky Botanical Garden.
How to get to "Ai-Danil"? From Simferopol, you can get here from the bus station "Kurortnaya", which is located in close proximity to the railway station. By bus or trolleybus with the message "Simferopol- Y alta" you need to get to the stop "Ai-Danil". The sanatorium is located 2.5 km from it.
Weather in Gurzuf
Climatotherapy is an important part of spa treatment. The weather in Gurzuf is quite conducive to healing and strengthening the body. The resort has a subtropical climate with hot summers, mild winters and occasional pleasant coolness from the sea breeze. The average annual temperature is 13°C. All this is due to the fact that the seashore is hidden from cold air currents by mountains up to 1500 meters high. Similar weather conditions are observed in the north of Italy and the "Côte d'Azur" of France.
The swimming season starts in May, when the water warms up to 18 °C, and ends in October. In September, the so-called velvet season begins. Autumn in the usual sense (with rain and cold) almost never happens here.
History of the he alth resort
The Ai-Danil sanatorium in Crimea has a very interesting and eventful history. Once upon a time, on the site where the he alth resort is now located, there was a large ancient Greek settlement. Here was the temple "Ai-Danil" (Saint Daniel). It was this shrine that gave the area its name.
At the beginning of the 19th century, the construction of the estate of the Governor-General M. S. Vorontsov began here. Gorgeous vineyards were laid out on the site of gentle mountain slopes, which marked the beginning of Crimean winemaking.
When Vorontsov died, his estate was taken over by the imperial court of the Romanovs. The question of the expansion of vineyards and the development of winemaking wasentrusted to Prince L. S. Golitsin. In this, he achieved incredible success, forcing the whole of Europe to talk about Crimean wine.
At the end of the century, the emperor handed over a small area on the sea coast for the construction of a children's climatic colony. After the revolution, a sports camp was set up here for students of Moscow State University, and the imperial vineyards were transformed into a wine-growing state farm.
In 1962, large-scale work began on the construction of the Ai-Danil sanatorium complex. In 1974 he received the first guests. It used equipment and treatment methods that could only be found in Moscow departmental clinics. This place fell in love with Soviet actors and artists.
A new page in the history of the he alth resort opened in 2000. A large-scale reconstruction was carried out, thanks to which "Ai-Danil" became one of the main pearls of the South Coast.
Infrastructure of the sanatorium
Sanatorium "Ai-Danil" in the Crimea is a climatic seaside he alth resort with a developed modern infrastructure. The area of the territory is more than 19 hectares. Here are the facilities this establishment has:
- 15-storey main building with 240 rooms of various comfort categories;
- 3-storey building by the sea with 67 deluxe rooms;
- 4-storey medical building with a covered passage to the main one, designed for more than 600 procedures per day;
- diagnostic block;
- spa with over 150 treatments daily;
- 650 sqm outdoor heated pool m with hydromassage;
- pump room for receiving mineral water;
- dining room, where a comprehensive three meals a day is provided;
- restaurant complex;
- sports complex;
- comfortable small pebble beach;
- 450 m embankment;
- concert hall;
- tour desk;
- library;
- restaurants, cafes and bars;
- mall;
- meeting rooms;
- wireless on site and beach.
Main Building Rooms
Guest rooms in "Ai-Danil" are distributed between two buildings. In the main, designed for 240 rooms, accommodation options are as follows:
- Standard (24 sq. m) - one room with a large or twin bed, as well as a sofa for relaxation and additional accommodation. The bathroom is equipped with a shower. There is a balcony overlooking the pool, sea or park. Price - from 2200 rubles.
- Junior Suite (36 sqm) - spacious room with large or twin beds and a sofa. As an extra bed, a folding bed is provided. The elegant classic interior is presented in two colors - light and dark. The bathroom is equipped with a shower. Through the panoramic windows and from the balcony you can admire the sea, the garden or the pool. Price - from 3700 rubles.
- Luxe (72 sqm) - two-room suite with panoramic sea view. Each room has a large double bed, a set of upholstered furniture, a balcony and an adjoining bathroom. Price - from 5100rub.
Hull numbers "Marine"
A few steps from the well-maintained beach is the new "Marine" building of the sanatorium "Ai-Danil". Living conditions in it are as follows:
- Junior Suite (30 sqm) - spacious room with sea view. It is equipped with large or twin beds, a sofa bed and a work area. The bathroom is equipped with a shower and the balcony is furnished. Price - from 3800 rub.
- Suite without a balcony (42 sq. m) - a cozy two-room suite with a bedroom and a living room. A small kitchenette and a dining area make the room feel at home. The bathroom is equipped with a shower cabin. The window overlooks the sea. Price - from 3900 rubles.
- Suite (45 sqm) - a spacious two-room suite with a bedroom and a living room. The latter has a kitchen and dining area. The bathroom is equipped with a shower. The balcony overlooks the sea. Price - from 4100 rubles.
- Superior Suite (45 sqm) - comfortable room, which consists of two rooms. The living room has upholstered furniture and a dining area. The bedroom has a large bed. The bathroom is equipped with a shower. The panoramic terrace overlooks the promenade and the garden. Price - from 5100 rubles.
- Penthouse is a luxurious two-room suite that attracts with its stylish design and home comfort. There is a spacious bedroom, a cozy bright living room and a functional kitchen area. The bathroom has a shower cabin. The panoramic terrace overlooks the picturesque territory of the sanatorium and the embankment. Price - from 6120 rub.
What's included in the price
In the sanatorium "Ai-Danil" in the Crimea, the price of accommodation in a room includes a number of related services. Namely:
- three meals a day;
- basic spa treatment (for stays of 7 days or more);
- visit outdoor and indoor pools;
- visiting the beach, using sunbeds and umbrellas;
- wireless internet;
- going to the gym;
- animation for adults and children;
- visit the children's playroom;
- visiting the library;
- help with luggage delivery to the room.
Diagnostic database
When describing the sanatorium "Ai-Danil" it is worth mentioning the diagnostic base of the he alth resort. Namely:
- laboratory;
- electrocardiography;
- cardiointervalography;
- integrated rheography;
- veloergometry;
- vascular rheovasography;
- spirography;
- rheoencephalography;
- ultrasound.
Treatment
In the sanatorium "Ai-Danil" treatment is carried out in the following main areas:
- General wellness - mud therapy, balneotherapy, manual massage, hydromassage, physiotherapy, laser therapy, exercise therapy, aromatherapy, spa treatments.
- Neurology - mud therapy, balneotherapy, physiotherapy, laser therapy, manual massage, hydromassage, exercise therapy.
- Dermatology - climatotherapy, drug treatment, mud therapy, therapeutic baths, physiotherapy,hydromassage.
- Varicosis - therapeutic baths, hydromassage, mud therapy, exercise therapy, physiotherapy, pressotherapy.
- ENT diseases - climatotherapy, inhalations, physiotherapy, mud therapy, balneotherapy, exercise therapy.
- Endocrinology - climatotherapy, balneotherapy, mud therapy, diet therapy, drug treatment.
Spa
Spa treatments will be a wonderful addition to the classic treatment. On the territory of the sanatorium there is a three-story water and he alth center, visiting which you can use the following services:
- Bath complex - hammam, Russian bath, Roman bath, Finnish sauna, infrared sauna, swimming pools.
- Hydrotherapy - whirlpool baths, bubble baths, spa capsule, power shower, circular shower, massage shower, rising shower.
- Cosmetology - electrolysis, cryotherapy, piercing, facial massage, microcurrents, phonophoresis, ultrasonic cleaning, professional cosmetic care.
- Massage - head, collar area, limbs, back, spinal sections, general.
- S alt cave.
Sports
Rest in "Ai-Danil" will surely appeal to adherents of an active lifestyle. To maintain good physical shape on the territory of the he alth resort, the following opportunities are provided:
- mini football field with artificial turf;
- basketball court;
- volleyball field;
- tennis court and artificial turf;
- outdoor exercise equipment;
- box for minigolf;
- billiards;
- gym.
The swimming pool in "Ai-Danil" deserves special attention. Its total area is 650 sq. m, of which 46 sq. m reserved for a jacuzzi. The depth of the pool in the children's area is 0.6 m, and in the adult area it reaches 1.8 m.
Beach
Judging by the reviews, Ai-Danil has one of the best beaches in the entire South Coast. It is one of the largest (length - 340 m) and comfortable, and also pleases the eye with picturesque surroundings.
The beach is 100 meters away from the main building and only 10 meters from the Marine building. It is distinguished by a developed infrastructure and such opportunities for recreation:
- chaise lounges;
- umbrellas and sunshades;
- locker rooms;
- showers;
- toilets;
- kids area;
- music;
- entertainment and sports animation;
- wireless internet;
- medical and rescue services;
- equipment rental (circles, armlets, mattresses, balls, children's pools, fins and masks);
- sale of food and soft drinks.
Food
In the sanatorium "Ai-Danil" close attention is paid to nutrition as one of the most important factors of rest and treatment. In the dining room of the main building, guests are provided with a full three meals a day, which is compiled taking into account medical recommendations. Meals are organized according to an order system, the menu always includes first courses, fresh salads, meat and fish dishes, side dishes and fresh pastries.
Case"Morskoy" serves the establishment, which is located on the third floor of the restaurant complex. It is 150 meters from the building. The windows offer breathtaking views of the Ayu-Dag mountain, the sea and the park. In addition to the standard diet, diet menus are also available.
Also on the territory of the he alth resort there are such catering establishments:
- Restaurant "Ayu-Dag" - a cozy establishment on the second floor of the restaurant complex. Both traditional and gourmet dishes are served here, seafood and quality wines are the highlight. You can have a delicious meal in a cozy hall or on an open terrace in the shade of trees.
- Restaurant "Michelle" is located at the end of the promenade on the first floor of the villa of the same name. The chefs of the establishment prepare Mediterranean and European dishes from natural Crimean products, seafood predominates. In the evenings you can listen to live music here.
- Fitobar is located on the territory of the spa. Here is an extensive collection of black and green teas from Asia, Crimean herbal teas. Here you can also enjoy freshly squeezed juices, milk and oxygen cocktails. Adults and children will appreciate the cakes and ice cream.
- The pool bar allows you to enjoy your favorite soft drinks, juices and cocktails without leaving the water.
- Bar "On the beach" is located in the heart of the embankment. The menu includes alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, as well as meat and fish speci alties, salads and appetizers.
Opportunities for holidays with children
Healing-he alth-improving complex "Ai-Danil" is perfect for families with small children. For the youngest guests, the following opportunities are provided here:
- game room for children aged 4-7 (open from June to September);
- playground in the park area;
- waterfront playground;
- children's animation, including sports, educational and other games;
- game room;
- entertainment room with board and computer games;
- outdoor and indoor pools.
Positive Feedback
If you are going to relax in the sanatorium "Ai-Danil", reviews will help you evaluate the quality of services in this institution in advance. Here are the undeniable benefits travelers highlight:
- nice interior of the rooms - everything is designed in a classic style and calm colors;
- well equipped rooms;
- comfortable bathrooms with fresh renovation and high-quality plumbing;
- out of the windows and balconies of the rooms, amazingly beautiful views of the sea and green surroundings;
- great gym with good range of modern equipment;
- many opportunities for lovers of sports and a he althy lifestyle;
- on the territory of the sanatorium there is a juniper grove, along which it is very pleasant to walk and breathe in coniferous air;
- the territory is home to many beautiful well-fed cats that bring a lot of positive emotions to vacationers;
- the water in the pool is heated, and therefore it is pleasant in itswimming not only in hot weather;
- the pool is very well looked after, the water is clean;
- affordable prices for excursions (they are very interesting and informative);
- well equipped beach;
- has its own promenade;
- very beautiful and comfortable rooms in the Marine building;
- good food - everything is very tasty, satisfying and home-style;
- great equipment and very helpful staff in the medical building;
- good animation;
- a couple of times a day there is a free bus to Y alta;
- excellent wireless internet signal (both public areas and rooms);
- there is a shop and a pharmacy on the territory, which eliminates the need to leave the territory of the sanatorium to make small purchases;
- an interesting free tour is conducted around the territory of the sanatorium, during which they tell not only about the he alth resort itself, but also about the plants growing on its territory;
- it's nice that in the cold season you can swim in the pool with real sea water;
- the actual state of the rooms is fully consistent with the photos on the official website;
- regular conscientious cleaning.
Negative reviews
Also, travelers point out a lot of shortcomings and flaws that are typical for the "Ai-Danil" sanatorium. Reviews contain such negative comments:
- if you come to the dining room of the main building not at the beginning of breakfast, but closer to the end, the choice of dishes will be very limited(you will have to choose a menu from what is left);
- inconvenient location far from the bus stop (normally accessible only by own car or taxi);
- tables in the dining room are designed for 6 people, which is quite inconvenient;
- the cost of living in a sanatorium includes only three medical procedures, and the rest must be paid additionally (and this despite the fact that the price of the tour is already quite high);
- there is practically no infrastructure nearby (cafes, shops, entertainment venues), and therefore for "civilization" you have to go by bus or trolleybus to Y alta;
- fresh fruits are practically non-existent on the canteen menu (even in the midst of the summer season);
- outdated interior of public areas and corridors of the main building;
- there are not enough lockers in the spa to allow all visitors to store their personal belongings;
- animation works only in the summer season, although at other times of the year there are also many vacationers in the resort;
- in the changing rooms of the indoor pool, the floors are not wiped during the day, and therefore by the evening it becomes very wet and slippery;
- inflated prices for tours in the summer season;
- strong audibility between numbers;
- Despite the ban on smoking, now and then you can smell tobacco smoke (apparently this is due to the fact that employees do not make any comments and do not fine smokers);
- inflated prices in the store at the resort;
- periodic interruptions in hot water supply;
- car parkinglocated very far from the main building;
- shampoo is better to take with you, as the one provided in the bathroom is of very poor quality.
