Rila Hotel Borovets is located in the heart of the first mountain resort in the Balkans - Borovets, 70 km from Sofia. Set at the end of the ski slopes and only 200 metres from the Gondola lift, Hotel Rila features a spa area and various restaurants and entertainment clubs. Several quad lifts are within a short walking distance, such as Martinovi Baraki quad chair lift, 50 metres away, and Sitnyakovo Express quad chair lift, 100 metres away. Private parking and free WiFi are provided. A conference centre offers various opportunities for organizing business and personal events. Also, you can benefit from free access to the spa centre, featuring a 25-metre swimming pool, 2 hot tubs, a gym, thermal and relax zones. The hotel offers opportunities for recreation through sports, outdoor and indoor entertainment. There are rental equipment and personal equipment storage depot. In the winter you can buy your lift pass and book your ski and snowboard lesson directly at the hotel. Ski kindergarten for children and kids' club are featured. In the summer Rila Hotel Borovets offers mountain guides and selected hiking trails, cycling in the mountains, horseback riding, fishing, picnicking and more activities in nature.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Borovets, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.7

Breakfast info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel

Ski-to-door

Loyal customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 single beds
2 single beds
2 single beds
1 large double bed
and
2 futon beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
8.3

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Francene
    Malta Malta
    The location and the hotel facilities. A family friendly hotel with easy access to the slope.
  • Caitlyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast selection was really good! Beds were super comfy and spacious family rooms. Location was superb being right on the slopes and with lots of restaurants and bars a walk away.
  • Rositsa
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    Great location, nice, comfortable room, well renovated. A bit small bath, but equipped with everything needed. Nice staff. SPA was good as well, clean. Good breakfast.
  • Irina
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    Its top location, despite the slopes were not yet open on Nov.28-30, all the near diners and rests were working!
  • Tsz
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    The staffs provided excellent service. Room is clean n cozy.
  • Christopher
    United States United States
    Breakfast was great... many delicious choice both hot and cold. Staff was friendly and attentive.
  • Kraschu
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    Everything was great, per the usual. The location is ideal for a walk around or for skiing in winter, food is good, staff is friendly and responsive, the room is spacious and with a nice design.
  • Orestis
    Netherlands Netherlands
    Big luxurious hotel right in the middle of the resort. Literally across the street from the ski-slopes and lifts. Well organized - so everything works as intended, the pools and saunas are clean, the breakfast buffet is rich and covers all tastes;...
  • Alexandru
    Israel Israel
    Best Hotel in Rila! Reception and facilities are extraordinary. Recommended.
  • Margarita
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Good value for money. The hotel has all the necessary facilities and a couple of restaurants. The spa area and the swimming pool are nice and clean with good size. The breakfast was great - with a various choices for every taste and also for the...

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
3 restaurants on site

  • Seasons
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Gluten-free
  • The Terrace Lounge
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Ambiance
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free
  • Champions Lobby Bar & Diner
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Ambiance
      Modern

Facilities of Rila Hotel Borovets
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Fitness centre
  • 3 restaurants
  • Skiing
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Bedroom

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Kitchen

  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator

Room Amenities

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack

Ski

  • Ski-to-door access
  • Ski equipment hire on site
  • Ski school
    Additional charge
  • Ski storage

Activities

  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Table tennis
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Children's playground
  • Games room
  • Skiing

Living Area

  • Sofa
  • Desk

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV

Food & Drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Fruits
    Additional charge
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kid meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Bar
  • Restaurant

Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible).

  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking

Reception services

  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge service
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment and family services

  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles

Cleaning services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge

Business facilities

  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
    Additional charge

General

  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Minimarket on site
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Barber/beauty shop
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Indoor swimming pool
Free!

  • Open all year
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs

Wellness

  • Kids' pool
  • Fitness/spa locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Spa/wellness packages
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Steam room
  • Spa facilities
  • Hair styling
  • Hair colouring
  • Hair cut
  • Manicure
  • Hair treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty Services
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Hammam
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Sauna

Languages spoken

  • Bulgarian
  • English

House rules
Rila Hotel Borovets takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 06:00 to 12:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
Free
2 years
Cot upon request
Free
Extra bed upon request
BGN 40 per child, per night
3 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
BGN 40 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardDiners ClubMaestroCash

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that extra bed requests should be confirmed and approved by the property in advance.

Please note that the credit card used for bookings must be presented upon check-in for verification purposes. The name on the credit card must match the guest’s name checking in.

Please note that storing your equipment, including boots, in your room is strictly forbidden.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

License number: PK-19-13801

FAQs about Rila Hotel Borovets

  • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Rila Hotel Borovets on this page.

  • Check-in at Rila Hotel Borovets is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

  • Rila Hotel Borovets offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Spa and wellness centre
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    • Massage
    • Hammam
    • Hiking
    • Children's playground
    • Billiards
    • Skiing
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Fitness/spa locker rooms
    • Beauty Services
    • Live sport events (broadcast)
    • Facial treatments
    • Swimming Pool
    • Hair treatments
    • Manicure
    • Hair cut
    • Hair colouring
    • Hair styling
    • Spa facilities
    • Steam room
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Fitness
  • Rila Hotel Borovets has 3 restaurants:

    • The Terrace Lounge
    • Champions Lobby Bar & Diner
    • Seasons
  • Yes, Rila Hotel Borovets is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The prices at Rila Hotel Borovets may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Rila Hotel Borovets include:

    • Twin
    • Double
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Guests staying at Rila Hotel Borovets can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.6).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Buffet
  • Rila Hotel Borovets is 150 yards from the centre of Borovets. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.