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Rila Hotel Borovets

4.0 star property
Travelers hit the mountain slopes for exhilarating skiing, then recover with a massage before sampling the region's distinctive cuisine at Rila Hotel Borovets.

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Rila Hotel Borovets simplifies mountain getaways with ski-in/ski-out access. Enjoy restorative massages at the spa after a day outdoors, relax on sun loungers by the indoor pool, and stay connected with free WiFi. On-site laundry facilities handle practical needs.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services

Room options

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

Superior King or Twin Room, Park View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Park view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Superior Family Room, Mountain View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Superior Family Room, Park View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Twin Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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

Superior King or Twin Room, Mountain View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Signature Double Room, Mountain View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Signature Double Room, Park View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Samokov, Rila Hotel Borovets is in the mountains. Tsarska Bistritsa and Tsari Mali Grad Fortress are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Iskar Reservoir and Seven Rila Lakes. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the area. Visit our Borovets travel guide
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Borovets Resort, Samokov, Samokov, 2010

What's nearby

  • Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School
    Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Seven Rila Lakes
    Seven Rila Lakes
    48 min drive - 19.0 miles
  • Borovets Ski Resort
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Sitnyakovo Express
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tsarska Bistritsa
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Kostenets Station
    45 min drive
  • Sofia Airport (SOF)
    82 min drive

Restaurants

  • Katy's Pub
    2 min walk
  • Black Tiger
    1 min walk
  • The Red Lion
    1 min walk
  • Zig-Zag
    2 min walk
  • Venice Steak house & Pizza
    1 min walk

About this property

Rila Hotel Borovets

Upscale family-friendly hotel in the mountains
At Rila Hotel Borovets, you can look forward to a terrace, a playground, and a hair salon. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access, downhill skiing, and ski passes. Indulge in a facial, a manicure/pedicure, and a massage at the onsite spa. The on-site restaurant, Samokovi, features Regional cuisine. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with an arcade/game room and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers, pool umbrellas, and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self parking
  • Bike rentals, a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • A children's club (surcharge), ATM/banking services, and luggage storage
Room features
All 446 rooms feature comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to perks like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and children's robes
  • 30-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, refrigerators, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

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 self 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
  • Children's pool
  • 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
  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • 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 center
  • Conference center

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
  • 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)

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

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

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 104.27 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Does Rila Hotel Borovets have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool. The pool is closed seasonally each year from May 18 to May 30.

Is Rila Hotel Borovets pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Rila Hotel Borovets?

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

What time is check-out at Rila Hotel Borovets?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Rila Hotel Borovets provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 104.27 per vehicle applies.

Where is Rila Hotel Borovets located?

Located in the mountains, this Samokov hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access within 1 mi (2 km) of Borovets Ski Resort, Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School, and Sitnyakovo Express. Tsarska Bistritsa is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) away.

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Reviews

Rila Hotel Borovets Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.8

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 114 out of 182 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 182 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 182 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 182 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 182 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Rila! It was the best location for the slopes & we loved the huge variety of food we were offered for breakfast and dinner! We loved the surprise of having a live singer in the lounge downstairs after dinner, it was a lovely addition to some of our evenings! Our room was really spacious too & staff were really helpful at reception when we needed anything!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay with a touch of luxury
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

kremena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing experience!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is beautiful and the location is perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rumen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great for families
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely amazing time we had at this venue. It is a sku resort town in the mountains & the buffet style meals were incredible.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All was excellent! The staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel has a lot of things to offer as amusement and some good restaurants outside. We enjoyed this hotel very much. The only problem is the little rooms and the tiny bathroom. Not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Tamar

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location. Terrible service. The room is poor and simple. The bathroom very tiny we can’t move. We complete time that we got a resume already check out . Very very disappointed . No cost affected!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Manuil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended for the overall experience and range of amenities. The rooms were modern, recently updated, clean and functional. View of the mountain was splendid. The terrace restaurant was outstanding in both service and quality, including drinks, cocktails and desserts. The pool is half Olympic size, flanked by two Jacuzzis and enclosed in a beautiful still.. The spa offers a range of hot/cold exposure plus massages and other services. Kids (and adults) can enjoy the arcade and billiards rooms. Plenty of outdoor seating and indoor lounging area. Generously stocked breakfast and lunch buffets.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Martin

Disliked: Staff & service
They lied about pay-on-arrival, charged the card one week before arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly and helpful staff, but wifi often ultra-slow or non-existent - an on-going problem reception told me. And this $200/night hotel warns guests they'll only get one sachet of instant coffee in their room for the whole stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant family stay

Very happy with the hotel, this is our 3rd stay. Promptly accommodated my requests. Cleaning and fresh towels (if you wanted) every day, good spa and pool, food was ok, would definitely return. No film channel in English was the only negative.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kiersten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant hotel for families and close to everythi

Room was cleaned every day and fresh towels. Food was brilliant for buffet breakfast and dinner. Lunch in lobby bar was great. Reasonable prices. Some items cheaper here than in other bars. Pool was great, very busy at peak times. Had a view of the resort. Comfortable beds, plenty of space. Small fridge. Hooks and shelf above radiator to dry ski gear. Loved it here!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Keila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing experience! Loved my stay, hotel is beautiful, clean, right in front of slopes. Friendly Staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is great in excellent location, all the staff are helpful. The only gripe is no aircon, the hotel is very warm. With the noise from the rest of the resort leaving the window open isn’t an option.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
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6/10 Okay

Stefan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Please make the buffet breakfast earlier, or provide room service. 7:30 breakfast opens, slopes open at 8:30. It’s a complete and utter rush for breakfast and ski locker. Make breakfast 7am or earlier
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

Veselin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location but comes in for a price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay in Hotel Rila Borovets. The room, and the bathroom especially, were on the small side. That said, it’s right by the slopes and you can pretty much ski right into the hotel. We took the half board option, which was very convenient. There’s a wide variety of options, though hard to get the waiters to serve you drinks. The hotel has the reputation as the best one in Borovets. We enjoyed our stay, and would likely stay there again if we return to the resort
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb hotel, location is excellent with very modern facilities. Friendly staff, with a great breakfast selection. We wouldn’t stay anywhere else in Borovets if we were to return. This is isn’t about the hotel but Borovets resort needs to start investing in new lifts etc - the lift pass cost has increased and the facilities should too. That’s why we wouldn’t return to the resort!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Senay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Çok güzel bir kayak oteli, kayak pistlerinin hemen yanında konumu çok güzel. Çocuklar için de çok eğlenceli, yemekler ve personel de çok iyi. Ailenizle gidebileceğiniz konforlu güzel bir otel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Full package luxury and fun!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yong An

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
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10/10 Excellent

Nicole

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