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Rila Hotel Borovets

4.0 star property
4-star ski-in/ski-out hotel with downhill skiing

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Terrace/patio
Front of property - evening/night
Lobby lounge
View from room
Ski hill

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk
  • Room service
    Room service
The price is $105
includes taxes & fees
$96 per night
Dec 1 - Dec 2

Explore the area

Map
Borovets Resort, Samokov, Samokov, 2010
  • Borovets Ski Resort
    1 min walk
  • Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School
    1 min walk
  • Sitnyakovo Express
    2 min walk

Room options

View all photos for Signature Double Room, Park View

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Signature Double Room, Park View

  • 301 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Family Room, Mountain View

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Family Room, Mountain View

  • 322 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior King or Twin Room, Mountain View

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Superior King or Twin Room, Mountain View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Signature Double Room, Mountain View

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Signature Double Room, Mountain View

  • 344 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Family Room, Park View

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Family Room, Park View

  • 322 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Superior King or Twin Room, Park View

Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Superior King or Twin Room, Park View

  • 301 sq ft
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Front of property - evening/night

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Pool
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Pet friendly
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5.0 out of 5, Exceptional, (1)
The price is $48
per night
$54 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Hotel Iceberg

About the neighborhood

Borovets

Winter getaway.You'll be steps from Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and a 5-minute walk from Borovets Ski Resort. Also, Sitnyakovo Express is within half a mile (1 km) and Tsarska Bistritsa is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Borovets Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Sitnyakovo Express - 2 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tsarska Bistritsa - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Gondola Lift - 19 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Kostenets Station - 32 min drive
  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Malina Bar&Grill /Бистро "Малина - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Hotel RILA Lobby Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Festa Winter Palace-Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Terrace Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant & Pub Alpin - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Rila Hotel Borovets

4-star ski-in/ski-out hotel with downhill skiing
During the winter, enjoy onsite recreation like downhill skiing and snowboarding. Indulge in a treatment at the full-service spa or enjoy a swim in the indoor swimming pool after a day on the slopes. Conveniences like ski storage, skiing lessons, and ski equipment rentals allow you to spend less time with logistics and more time on the slopes. At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at the hotel's bar.

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. WiFi is free in public spaces. This ski hotel also offers a sauna and ski passes. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 4-star Samokov hotel is smoke free.

  • 446 guestrooms or units
  • 8 levels
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rila Hotel Borovets offers 446 accommodations with bathrobes and slippers. Rooms open to balconies. Cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, and children's robes.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a steam room, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including reflexology. The spa is open daily.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Russian

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Downhill skiing
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski lessons
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Elevator (40 inch wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (26 inches high)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Children's robes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from May 18 to May 30:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: BGN 204 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Rila Hotel Samokov
Rila Samokov
Rila Borovets Samokov
Rila Hotel Borovets Hotel
Rila Hotel Borovets Samokov
Rila Hotel Borovets Hotel Samokov

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rila Hotel Borovets to the airport?

Rila Hotel Borovets is 42.3 mi (73-min drive) away from the Sofia Airport (SOF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rila Hotel Borovets?

As of Nov 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rila Hotel Borovets on Dec 1, 2024 start from $96.95, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rila Hotel Borovets have an airport shuttle?

Rila Hotel Borovets offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of BGN 204 per vehicle, one-way.

Does Rila Hotel Borovets offer free breakfast?

Rila Hotel Borovets does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rila Hotel Borovets?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Rila Hotel Borovets?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Rila Hotel Borovets?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Rila Hotel Borovets have a pool?

Rila Hotel Borovets features an indoor pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from May 18 to May 30.

Does Rila Hotel Borovets have a restaurant?

Rila Hotel Borovets is home to Samokovi, which features Regional cuisine.

Does Rila Hotel Borovets have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features facials, reflexology, and mani/pedis.

How close is Rila Hotel Borovets to downtown Samokov?

Rila Hotel Borovets is 0.4 mi away from Borovets.

Rila Hotel Borovets Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 128 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay - best Hotel in Borovets
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rina

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yong An

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Service, Room and breakfast was amazing. I really enjoyed stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed end of April and was a ghost town (off season). But still very pleasant staff and wonderful facility.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter Yugo, Walton on Thames

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good hotel. Very close to ski station. We loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Boris

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

W

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Desislava

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have been in Rila hotel few times over the years but mostly in the summer. I love the location because it is right in the middle of everything. I like how the hotel has been renovated and is constantly improving. The breakfast is great and has variety of choices. However the recent prices I think was a bit too much for the quality provided. The beds need to be improved as not comfortable. Also another thing I really was disappointed from was the thick ice in front of the property and on the whole parking lot. For such a major and expensive hotel, this shouldnt be an issue, the parking should be cleaned and the front of the hotel also. It is not something impossible. Other than that it is a nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Barrington

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Most convenient accommodation, as well as fantastic facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You can rent skiing gear at the hotel and also buy a ski pass. Any equipment you bring they will keep safe. We had a superior room (two adults, two children) and the room size was just perfect. They give you a welcome tea and coffe, also ketle is available in the room which is very convenient. Ski lift is in front of the hotel, and there is pleanty of tracks available from there. Ski school is also next to the ski lift. Overall everything was perfect and we will come again next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dirk

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, ski slope literally on doorstep. Ski rental/storage guys brilliant, excellent breakfast buffet, delicious Xmas and New Years eve dinner & entertainment, spa facilities very good, beautiful terrace, kids club wonderful. Perfect room. Extremely professional Ski school for our 7 year old son, Fantastic skiing, only one point to mention…WiFi unstable and frustrating at times
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Georgi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This Hotel is really nice now the renovations have been done, whilst it was a quiet time(pre season) the staff were great, the spa was very clean and a good selection of sauna, Turkish Bath, steam room chill room relaxation area, pool was warmer than we remember and whirlpool clean. The bar had a great selection of food, the terrace bar is great, and breakfast is vastly improved on years gone by. All in all great stay and lovely hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Toronto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
After the renovation this hotel became excellent. Modern, clean rooms, outstanding breakfast buffet, polite staff and free-self parking. Also great slope-view rooms - very peaceful and relaxing.

8/10 Good

MORDECHAI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ivaylo

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very close to the ski slopes/lifts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Veselin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Top level , everything was amazing !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Milinda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023