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Rila Hotel Borovets

4.0 star property
Family-friendly slopeside fun with downhill skiing

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July

Room options

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

Signature Double Room, Park View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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

Superior Family Room, Mountain View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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
Private bathroom
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

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

Signature Double Room, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
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 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
Private bathroom
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, 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
Private bathroom
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
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About the area

Map
Borovets Resort, Samokov, Samokov, 2010

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

  • ‪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

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, which offers ski-in/ski-out access, downhill skiing and ski passes. Indulge in a manicure/pedicure, a facial and a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant, Samokovi, features Regional cuisine. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and laundry facilities.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An indoor pool with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a lifeguard on site
  • Free self-parking
  • Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • A children's club (surcharge), ATM/banking services and concierge services
Room features
All 446 rooms include comforts such as bathrobes, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and children's dressing gowns
  • 30-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, fridges and free infant beds

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Russian

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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 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)

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

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free cots are available on request at the 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 (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 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 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

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 swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from May 18 until May 30.

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

As of 24 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rila Hotel Borovets on 1 July 2025 start from AU$230.91, 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 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?

Checkout 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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Rila Hotel Borovets Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 85 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 46 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 143 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10

Amazing experience! Loved my stay, hotel is beautiful, clean, right in front of slopes. Friendly Staff!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Service, Room and breakfast was amazing. I really enjoyed stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10

Excellent location but comes in for a price.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10

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

Full package luxury and fun!

10/10

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

It was very nice stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

Excellent location
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

8/10

Great location
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10

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

10/10

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

8/10

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

Wonderful hotel to relax in the mountains! Perfect SPA and swimming pool.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10

Good hotel. Very close to ski station. We loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

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.

10/10

Very close to the ski slopes/lifts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Top level , everything was amazing !
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

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

6/10

Nice hotel, on the slopes. Comfortable rooms but not so clean. The hotel staff is disappointing.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

10/10

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Thanks very much all the best
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10

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

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

This hotel is the right place for families with kids. Borovets is a small town for skiing in winter. The Hotel offers so many activities after 15:00 for kids. They never felt bored. We are so thankful for the amusement team who always madr effort to amuse the children with different activities besides the pool and free access to jacuzzi. Although the pool was quit cool. We'd difinitly come back to this cosy and warm hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

2/10

The rooms were badly heated in the evening and my kids got sick. i spoke to the property manager and thy said this is Hotel policy to reduce the heat in the evening! This is just ridiculous.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023