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Rila Hotel Borovets

4.0 star property
Family-friendly slopeside fun with downhill skiing

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View from room
Regional cuisine
Lobby lounge
Terrace/patio
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Business services
The current price is AU$646
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec

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

Room options

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Family Room, Park View

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

Superior Family Room, Park View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • 30 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, Mountain View

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

Superior King or Twin Room, Mountain View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Sofa bed
Hairdryer
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

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, Park View

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

Signature Double Room, Park View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

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

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 - 0.0 km
  • Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Sitnyakovo Express - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Tsarska Bistritsa - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Seven Rila Lakes - 48 min drive - 30.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Terrace Lounge - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Iglika Palace Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant KATINA - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Katy's Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Green King - ‬4 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.

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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 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 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
  • 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 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)

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Smoke-free property

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
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 18 May to 30 May:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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: EUR 100
  • Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 100 (from 2 to 11 years old)
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 240
  • New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 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: EUR 104.27 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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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. 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 24 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rila Hotel Borovets on 25 Dec 2025 start from AU$292.24, 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. 95 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 160 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Tamar

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Mike

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Micah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuil

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuil

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
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

6/10 Okay

Martin

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
They lied about pay-on-arrival, charged the card one week before arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul, London

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

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with family
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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

NINA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiersten

Travelled with family
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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

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

8/10 Good

Veselin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location but comes in for a price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
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

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Travelled with group
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

10/10 Excellent

Tony Wai Tong

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bogdan

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

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Hristo

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024