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Rila Hotel Borovets

4.0 star property
Family-friendly slopeside fun with downhill skiing

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$339
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar

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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 curtains, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Signature Double Room, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Family Room, Mountain View

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Superior Family Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Superior King or Twin Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 3 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Signature Double Room, Mountain View

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Signature Double Room, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 3 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for Superior Family Room, Park View

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Superior Family Room, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 29.8 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Sofa Bed and 1 Single Bed

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

Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Superior King or Twin Room, Park View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed OR 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Borovets

A family-friendly stay in Samokov awaits you at Rila Hotel Borovets. Within steps you'll find Borovets Ski Resort and Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School. Highlights at this ski hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an indoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, reflexology and mani/pedis along with access to the sauna and steam room. The restaurant, Samokovi, serves Regional cuisine. Champions Lobby Bar is the hotel's own bar. With ski-in ski-out access, there's more time for downhill skiing and snowboarding and you'll find skiing lessons on site. Business travellers can take advantage of a conference centre and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a Turkish bath/hammam and a sauna. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a short walk of this 4-property class Samokov hotel include Sitnyakovo Express and within a 20-minute walk you'll find Tsarska Bistritsa.

What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Kostenets Station - 32 min drive
  • Sofia (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

Family-friendly slopeside fun with downhill skiing
During the winter, enjoy on-site recreational activities 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 centre
  • Business facilities
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Beauty salon
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • ATM
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Rila Hotel Borovets offers 446 accommodations with complimentary bathrobes and complimentary slippers. Rooms open to balconies. Cable televisions are provided. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries, hairdryers and children's dressing gowns.

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

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

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free offsite parking within 6 metres
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Champions Lobby Bar
  • Les Arcs
  • Samokovi
  • Seasons
  • The Terrace Lounge

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference centre

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Turkish bath

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
  • Lift (100 centimetre wide door)
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (65 centimetre high)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 30-inch TV with cable channels

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 at the property

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per adult: BGN 100
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: BGN 100 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: BGN 240
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: BGN 240 (from 2 to 11 years old)

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

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 all 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

What is the cancellation policy at Rila Hotel Borovets?

Rila Hotel Borovets offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 16 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rila Hotel Borovets on 16 Mar 2025 start from NZ$338.53, including 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.

Is parking available at Rila Hotel Borovets?

Yep, Rila Hotel Borovets has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Is there a spa on site at Rila Hotel Borovets?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Rila Hotel Borovets. It has a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy services like facials.

Does Rila Hotel Borovets have a pool?

Rila Hotel Borovets has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Rila Hotel Borovets a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Rila Hotel Borovets.

Is Rila Hotel Borovets family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a children's club and a playground, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Rila Hotel Borovets is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rila Hotel Borovets?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Rila Hotel Borovets?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Rila Hotel Borovets?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Rila Hotel Borovets?

No, pets are not allowed.

Rila Hotel Borovets Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 80 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 134 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

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hristo

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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 traveller
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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Fraser

Travelled 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Ivaylo

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
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