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Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena

5.0 star property
Luxurious slopeside hotel with 3 restaurants

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Poolside bar
Exterior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Parking available
  • Room service
The current price is AU$305
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept

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Pirin Street 96, Bansko, 2770
  • Bansko Ski Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Bansko Gondola Lift
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Ski Bansko
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Mountain View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Bansko

A luxury stay in Bansko awaits you at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena. Within steps you'll find Bansko Ski Resort and Bansko Gondola Lift. Highlights at this ski hotel include 3 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and a full-service spa. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy and reflexology along with access to the sauna and hot tub. The buffet restaurant, Gallery Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast. At the hotel's own poolside bar, you can stop for a drink. With ski-in ski-out access, there's more time for downhill skiing, and you'll find ski storage and ski passes on site. 2691 square feet (250 square metres) of event facilities include 4 meeting rooms and conference space, and other business amenities include a business centre. Other amenities include an outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Each morning free buffet breakfast is offered between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also valet parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 5-property class Bansko hotel include Vihren and SkiBansko by Traventuria.

What's nearby

  • Bansko Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bansko Gondola Lift - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Vihren - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Paisii Hilendarski Historical Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ski Bansko - 17 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Sofia (SOF) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baba Vuno - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chateau Antique - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Теменуга - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Euphoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena

Luxurious slopeside hotel with 3 restaurants
After a day on the slopes, enjoy treatments at the full-service spa and swim in the indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena helps provide the perfect ski holiday with ski storage, ski passes and shopping on site. At the end of the day, order après-ski drinks at one of the hotel's 2 bars/lounges.

There are 3 restaurants and 2 coffee shops/cafes, as well as a nearby snack bar/deli. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers a children's pool, a complimentary children's club and a health club. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Bansko hotel is smoke free.

  • 123 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Conference rooms
  • 2691 sq ft of conference space
  • 250 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 2005
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • On-site shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar by the pool
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena offers 123 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. A pillow menu is available. 27-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath, bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

The on-site spa has 13 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Thai massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, a steam room and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Parking on site (EUR 5 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 10 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Come Prima Restaurant
  • Gallery Restaurant
  • Sushi Bar and Teppanyaki

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Downhill skiing
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,691 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 13 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages
  • 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
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 20 per pet, per night, plus a one-time cleaning fee of EUR 25
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.23 per person, per night

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: EUR 180 per person (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 5 per day
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night plus a one-off EUR 25 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • For stays on 31 December, the total price shown includes a charge for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Arena Grand Hotel
Grand Arena Hotel
Grand Hotel Arena
Hotel Grand Arena
Kempinski Grand Arena
Kempinski Grand Arena Bansko
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Kempinski Grand Hotel Arena
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Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko
Kempinski Hotel Bansko
Kempinski Resort Grand Arena
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena on 14 Sept 2025 start from AU$300.49, 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 Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

Yep, Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena has a self car park for EUR 5 per day.

Is there a spa on site at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena. It has a hot tub, a steam room and a sauna. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as sports massages.

Does Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena have a pool?

Take your pick from a seasonal outdoor pool, an indoor pool and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to October).

What luxury perks are available at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena features a full-service spa, a health club and an outdoor pool. All guestrooms come with deep soaking tubs and 24-hour room service.

What makes Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena a romantic place to stay?

A hot tub and couples spa treatments, as well as deep-soaking baths and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena.

Is Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club and a children's pool, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena is a hit with families.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena serve breakfast?

Yep, free buffet breakfast is served daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

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 Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and 3 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

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

Are pets allowed at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.