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Koktebel is in the Crimea, in the Ukraine.

Also known as Planerskoye, is one of the most popular resort townlets in the Crimea, situated on the shore of the Black Sea about halfway between Feodosiya and Sudak. It is best known for its literary associations. The Russian poet Maximilian Voloshin made it his residence, where he entertained many distinguished guests, including Marina Tsvetayeva, Osip Mandelshtam, and Andrey Bely (who died there). They all wrote remarkable poems in Koktebel.

Travel to Koktebel - Visa Requirements

You can get to Koktebelj either directly by minibus from the train station in Simferopol or by going to Feodosiya and catching a minibus from there. You can also get by boat from Feodosiya.

Tours and Getting around Koktebel

Koktebel tourist attractions and sightseeing

If you go for a walk into the eastern hills over Koklteblj you will have a great view of the bay. Frequently from here you can see schools of dolphins jumping and playing in the middle of the bay.

Koktebel city tours

You can take boat trip out around the national park to see a 'natural bridge' several hundred meters out into the ocean

You can go for a horse back ride into the national park

Great beaches for swimming

Koktebel souvenirs and shopping

Koktebel Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Koktebel nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Koktebel cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

Accommodation in Koktebelj is a bit more expensive than many of the other places in the Crimea (and a lot nicer too). For US$20 per night (for up to 3 people) you can get a western standard room. If you're looking for something a bit cheaper head east down the main road towards the large Arab looking hotel. Around the hotel you should be able to find accommodation for US$5-10, and for the price it will generally be quite clean and nice.

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