Hotel Bellevue is part of the Metropol Lake Resort, a big lakeside complex a few kilometres from central Ohrid, and it is the most resort-style stay in this guide. The resort has 174 air-conditioned rooms with furnished balconies, two outdoor pools, a private beach, a terrace, a garden and a playground, and a children's club that is free to use. Guests rate it 7.6 out of 10 from more than 570 reviews, which reflects a large, busy property that suits summer holidays better than a quiet city break. Lake Ohrid is about a three-minute walk from the property, and the main amenities include a lift, an ATM, luggage storage, laundry and dry cleaning, and free Wi-Fi in public areas. A local shuttle is available for a surcharge. The resort sits close to the protected Ohrid heritage area, and the setting is green and open, with the lake in front and mountains behind.
Location and getting around
The resort is roughly nine kilometres from the Varosh old town and about ten minutes by car, so you will need a taxi, the shuttle or a rental car to visit the old town, the amphitheatre or Kaneo in the evening. The distance also means a quieter, more spread-out atmosphere than staying in town.
Ohrid airport is about half an hour by road, and the road to Sveti Naum and the Galičica park entrance is easy to reach by car. Restaurants are a few minutes away by taxi, and the resort has its own food and drink options.
The rooms and facilities
Rooms are set up for families and groups, with balconies that suit lake views and summer evenings. The pools and beach are the main draw from early summer to early autumn, and the children's club and playground are useful for families with young children. Seasonal facilities such as the outdoor pools and beach services usually run only in the warm months, so confirm what is open if you travel in spring or late autumn.
Good to know
Breakfast, parking and cancellation terms vary by rate, so check them before you book. The resort is a large operation, and guest ratings suggest service and room standards can vary, so read recent reviews and ask for a room in the part of the complex that suits you.
It is a good fit for families who want a beach holiday with Ohrid sightseeing as a side trip, and less so for travellers who want to wander the old town lanes at night. Staying here for a few nights and taking taxis or tours into Ohrid works well for most families.
Why stay here
- ✓Two outdoor pools
- ✓Private beach
- ✓Free children's club
- ✓Playground
- ✓Balconies and air conditioning
- ✓Terrace and garden
- ✓Free WiFi in public areas
- ✓Local shuttle for a surcharge
Good questions
How far is Metropol Lake Resort from Ohrid old town?+
About nine kilometres, roughly ten minutes by car, so plan on a taxi, the resort shuttle or a rental car.
Does it have a beach and pools?+
Yes, there is a private beach and two outdoor pools, which are mainly useful in the warm months.
Is it suitable for children?+
Yes, it has a free children's club and a playground, which is why it is popular with families.
