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Rila Hotel Borovets

4.0 star property
Family-friendly slopeside fun with downhill skiing

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Terrace/patio
Lobby lounge
Breakfast area
View from room
Lobby lounge
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

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Sep 29 - Sep 30
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Tomorrow

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

Signature Double Room, Park View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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

Superior Family Room, Mountain View

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • 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 King or Twin Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 32 sq m
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • 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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • 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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bathrobes
  • 28 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
Borovets Resort, Samokov, Samokov, 2010

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 - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Tsarska Bistritsa - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Seven Rila Lakes - 48 min drive - 19.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Terrace Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Mamacita's - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Zig-Zag - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sangria - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant KATINA - ‬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 manicure/pedicure, a massage, and a facial 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 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 an elevator
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 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
  • 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

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

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

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: BGN 204 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 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. 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 at Rila Hotel Borovets?

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 BGN 204 per vehicle applies.

Where is Rila Hotel Borovets located?

Located in the mountains, this Samokov hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access and is within a 5-minute walk 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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