New Year's in Sochi is a celebration devoid of the traditional Russian winter with its severe frosts and snowdrifts, but no less magical for it. Instead of a snowstorm, guests are greeted by the warm breeze of the Black Sea, and instead of patterns on glass, garlands of fresh flowers hang from palm trees. The city's main Christmas tree, erected near the seaport, sparkles against the dark waters and night sky, creating a unique contrast. The entire city is transformed: decorated streets, light installations in the parks, and the scent of tangerines mingle with the sea breeze create a unique festive atmosphere where summer fairytale and winter magic merge.
The celebration can be celebrated here on an incredible scale. While boisterous groups gather on the embankment to make wishes to the sound of the chimes and the fireworks over the sea, a completely different, yet equally festive, atmosphere reigns at the ski resorts of Krasnaya Polyana. Here, on the snowy slopes of the Caucasus Mountains, guests ski and snowboard, and after après-since, celebrate the New Year in cozy restaurants with fireplaces. Sochi offers a unique opportunity to experience two different holidays in one evening: a warm, seaside one, and an active, wintery one, making New Year's Eve truly unforgettable.
Sochi is a city where you can create your own unique celebration, going beyond the traditional feast. For those who appreciate vibrant shows and an atmosphere of universal jubilation, a celebration on the seafront is ideal. Under the open sky, to the sound of the chimes, accompanied by a spectacular fireworks display reflected in the black surface of the sea, you will ring in the New Year with thousands of other happy people. Those who prefer culinary delights should choose one of the restaurants with panoramic views of the coast, where an exquisite menu, live music, and a stylish program will provide an elegant and comfortable celebration.
If you dream of a classic winter fairytale, Krasnaya Polyana is your destination. Celebrate the holidays at altitude: choose dinner at one of the mountainside restaurants, offering breathtaking views of the snow-capped peaks. For those who enjoy active recreation, consider ringing in the New Year right on the slopes—many resorts offer night skiing with fireworks and music. For complete relaxation, renting a cozy chalet with a fireplace is the perfect option, where the celebration with your closest friends can continue after midnight with a walk through the snowy forest. Sochi offers the opportunity to combine the seemingly incompatible—a sea breeze and mountain slopes—to create the New Year's Eve of your dreams.
Renting an apartment for New Year's is a smart choice that combines comfort, savings, and freedom. Here are the key advantages:
Apartments offer the opportunity to celebrate the New Year the way you want, with maximum comfort and without overpaying.
Estosadok, Krasnaya Polyana Gambling Zone
We are 45 km from Sochi International Airport, a drive of 30–40 minutes. Take the E97 motorway towards Krasnaya Polyana and the Krasnaya Polyana resort. Follow the route for 42 km to the resort of Krasnaya Polyana. You may leave your car on the open unguarded parking lot. Parking fees for guests are charged at the rates of the Krasnaya Polyana resort.