Rila Hotel Borovets, Samokov
+3 Hotel rooms
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Description
Luxurious Spa Services
Indulge in rejuvenating massages and facials at our exquisite spa, ensuring a truly relaxing getaway.
Ski-in/Ski-out Convenience
Experience ultimate convenience with direct access to the slopes, along with an indoor pool and a soothing sauna.
Prime Location and Amenities
Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, concierge services, and an arcade/game room, along with delicious dining options and a vibrant bar/lounge.
Unwind and recharge at Rila Hotel Borovets, your perfect retreat near the ski lifts. Book now for an unforgettable stay!
Elevator, ATM/banking, Cross-country skiing nearby, Bicycle rentals nearby, Fireplace in lobby, Hiking/biking trails nearby, Ski storage, Arcade/game room, Multilingual staff, Ski-in/ski-out access, Mountain biking nearby, Full-service spa, Smoke-free property, Pool umbrellas, Billiards or pool table, Tours/ticket assistance, Conference center, Snack bar/deli, Turkish bath/Hammam, Parking (limited spaces), Playground on site, Ski equipment rentals on site, Ski lessons on site, Downhill skiing on site, Snowboarding on site, Free self parking, Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge), Ski passes available, Pool sun loungers, Children's club (surcharge), Electric car charging station, Banquet hall, Children's games, Lifeguard on site, Well-lit path to entrance, Pool toys, Accessible shuttle, No accessible shuttle, Accessible airport shuttle, No accessible airport shuttle
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Borovets ResortReviews
What guests liked
- Great location
- Excellent amenities
What could be better
- Poor room quality
- Terrible service
- Cleanliness 8,1
- Service 9,1
- Location 10,0
- Room Quality 7,5
- Amenities 9,6
- Value for Money 8,0
- Food and Beverage 9,1
- Overall Experience 9,1
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B4902MZ_
Perfect experience + Rooms was clean, breakfast was amazing, hotel view was excellent! We will come back soon!!!
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simonsE6424BV
Five star Rila experience + Great hotel, friendly staff, amazing food and facilities
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serenatZ5926KP
Second time skiing family holiday + My husband, son and I just spent a week skiing at the Rila Hotel in Borovets and we had a wonderful time. We visited with 4 other families so it was the perfect spot for a big group with plenty of activities on the doorstep (skiing, sledding, pool and spa) for the whole family. Given it was half term it was incredibly busy however we were able to get ski equipment and lessons through the hotel and everything was within the hotel which made it super convenient. There was plenty of space in the restaurants for the big group to meet for dinner and drinks however space by the pool and bar downstairs was often limited (unless you got in early). There are plenty of nearby restaurants and bars to offer an quieter and less busy alternative to the hotel if you wanted a change. Overall a lovely experience for our second time skiing as a family and I would definitely recommend.
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R6147IOanat
Horel Rila has always been excellent choice + It's really great hotel. The rooms are spacious, comfortable, cleaned on daily basis, and modern furnished. It's generally quite in the rooms, but if you are having a room with a slope view, it might be a little noisy, but nothing to worry about. It's because of all the people on the slopes and ski lifts. The service in the lobby bar, the terrace bar and the restaurant is excellent. The staff was friendly and always ready to help, especially Grigori. Also, there was great choice of food for breakfast and dinner. It was fresh, delicious and very tasty. Diary and non-diary products, vegan, fish and also every kind of meat. The hotel has one of the best spa spots. Big and clean pool, two jacuzzi, kids pool, saunas (Turkish, steam, aroma...), relax zone, massage, etc. And what is really important is that there's amusement for kids and they are having great fun. The hotel is on a premium location in Borovets. It's right in front of the sk…
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ivandF3090UV
Perfect family vacation + An exceptional view of the ski slopes from the room, helpful and professional staff, rich breakfast and dinner selection including hight quality healthy options! The terrace bar provides a wonderful atmosphere with very pleasant music and a truly breathtaking panoramic view! The location is ideal for skiing, close to the ski lifts and tows. I’d highly recommend it for a birthday celebration and a memorable family vacation!
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emmahH1170PU
Mixed food quality, but poor service. + We went twice and the food was quality was mixed. The service was poor both times. First time we had to ask for our order to be taken and the waitress came and food arrived quickly. Second time we went we had to ask twice and waited 30 minutes before our order was taken and nearly an hour after we sat down until fod was served. The quality food was average overall. Hot chocolate was nice. Burger was OK. Fries and cheesy chips were weird. They tatsed sweet, almost as if they had sugar on them. Chicken soup was very nice and hearty. A clear broth with veg, noodles and chicken. Bean soup was really hearty. It was a traditional recipient with spearmint (I think) which took some getting used to but wasn't overpowering. The local bread (purlenka) was a bit like a flat bread, pretty tasty. Pepporoni pizza was really good. Pancakes were approved of by my daughter. Prices were reasonable for a mountain restaurant.
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Sunshine404165
We had a great time at Ra. Everything was great. Close to the ski area. Our kids loved it too- the pool, play room, etc. + Amazing hotel, we loved every minute
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V7823UQhollieb
Family holiday + Our second year at this hotel, have been skiing for 40 years & can honestly says the Rila ticks every box. The location is unbeatable as can ski to the front door. Rooms are more than comfortable & every facility you could think of is available. Special thanks to Shishman for being an absolute gentleman & organising a later checkout for us, he went the extra mile. We will definitely be back with a much bigger group next year. Ps we did half board & the food was great 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
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Maverick598
Must stay here if you come to Borovets + We recently stayed at Hotel Rila for a few days on a couples ski trip and had a really great experience overall. The location is ideal – right in the heart of Borovets, just steps from the lifts – which made getting out on the mountain each morning incredibly easy. One of the best features for us was how well everything is joined up. The ski equipment rental process was easy and efficient, all connected within the hotel, so there was no need to trek around in ski boots carrying gear. Our room was warm, and very comfortable, with plenty of space to properly relax after a full day on the slopes. All nice and clean. The food in the restaurant was another highlight. There was a great variety at breakfast with plenty of hearty options after skiing all day. Everything felt fresh and well-prepared, and the atmosphere was relaxed but lively. We’d also recommend making time for the spa facilities – we used the pool and hitting, perfect for soothing…
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gfidanova
Very bad price-quality ratio! + The hotel has a great location and nice rooms in terms of size and comfort, but that’s its main and only advantage…. The most disappointing thing is the FOOD! Very, very low quality, very scarce variety and very bad presented buffet. Not only it is worse than 3 star hotel, but it is completely unacceptable for the price and even worse- it has been improved and been paid attention to in the last 6-7 years since our last visit. The extra charge restaurant has a very limited and particular menu as well. The spa is also awful - cold pool that stinks of chemicals and children pool too crowded and risky to enter. The hotel itself feel like a busy terminal on a huge airport and there i nowhere to sit at the bar. Everyone can enter and exit and has been in this regard. It is a shame and you should really work on those two aspects!
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D4055UPkevinb
Really enjoyed this stay. + Superb location for skiing although village is a bit shabby… ignore that and stay in the hotel… there's enough to keep you entertained. Hotel has a relaxed vibe and is kid friendly. The whole place was clean and well maintained. I found the food really good - buffet style breakfast and dinner. Choice was great for the price and quality was good - some will no doubt be critical but I reckon some people has unreal expectations of what is an affordable family hotel. Our room was on the 8th floor facing the slopes - epic view and well appointed. Beds were comfy and corridors quiet at night. Being central to the village means that there was some outside noise from the bars but it was nice to see a bit of life going on. I will be coming back. Highly recommend as a short 4 night ski break - easy transfer from Sofia.
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737RebeccaG
Good stay fora ski trip + We stayed here as a family of 3 (child age 6) for our first ski holiday. I think the hotel is the best in Borovets, we got everything we needed from it. Good breakfast - lots of choice! Nice clean hotel; lots for kids- especially kids club and the kindergarten ski school. We had a Mountain View room- which was beautiful but it is very noisy at night (not the hotel’s fault but FYI for kids who struggle to sleep!) We used Boro sport for ski school and kindergarten, all was great. It’s a little confusing what tickets tickets you need for what so allow extra time on the first morning. Didn’t eat at the hotel aside from breakfast but was good, lots of choice. Attentive staff. Pool was a little cold. Kids pool was good. I would recommend for trying a ski trip!
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r0uslanah
Best hotel for a ski holiday in Borovets + Location: perfect Rooms: well equipped Value: good value Cleanliness: clean and well kept Noise: if your room is facing the bars could be a bit noisy at night but nothing irritating Service: friendly & helpful
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K6743STjohng
Ski Bulgaria + Had a wonderful stay at Rila Borovets and were genuinely impressed with the overall experience. From the start, the pre-stay communication was extremely helpful, and the front desk team were excellent throughout the visit. A special mention must go to Ekaterina Dimitrova, who was a big reason we connected with the hotel in the first place. She is a fantastic ambassador for the property — welcoming, professional and clearly passionate about the hotel. The spa was a real highlight. The pool area is beautiful and relaxing, and the spa treatments were exceptional — a perfect way to unwind after a day on the slopes. Our room had a great view looking out over the ski slopes, which made mornings and evenings particularly special. The food was also very good, especially considering the price point — a solid standard with plenty of choice. Above all, what stood out was the value for money. Compared with many other ski destinations, the cost of the trip was almost incomparable, w…
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janaaW3132UW
Impecable service + The "Rila" Hotel offers impeccable service and wonderful facilities for children to play and have fun. The rooms are elegantly furnished. They have everything you could need. The food is varied, delicious, and beautifully presented. The live music at the "Champions" bar is an experience. I wholeheartedly recommend this hotel for a ski vacation, with or without children.
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amb4323
Nice, but not sure I’d go back. + Always wanted to stay here and booked a slope view room. The hotel is in a great location but it was very noisy on a night, up until 11pm with noise from bars, loud music and I think noise from the hotel. This was probably accentuated for us as the room was so hot we had to open the balcony door to try and cool down as there is no air conditioning. 2 bottles of water in arrival, not replenished daily. Shower a bit grubby and mini bat fridge was like an oven, in fairness they replaced this immediately. Staff at reception were not very welcoming upon arrival but after that future encounters with staff were pleasant. We were bed and breakfast, choices at the buffet were vast and good quality. It’s a nice hotel, spa and sauna etc was nice at the end of the day, but not sure I’d go back, purely for the noise and hot rooms.
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xljex
Good value for money + Rila hotel We travelled here as a family and stayed in two rooms. We arrived slightly ahead of check-in time and was kindly advised by the reception that our rooms were ready, they had conveniently given us two rooms next to each other which was great. We had paid for a slope facing view. These definitely have better views than the ones on the other side overlooking the car park. However, we were lucky as we came out at the back end of ski season and several reviews mention how noisy these rooms are due to their proximity to the outside hotel bar just below the balcony - and we were indeed just one floor above where the DJ set is placed on this outside terrace bar. I have summarised the mostly good and some areas of improvement below: - the hotel has great facilities - gym, spa, pool, hairdressers, arcade, nightclub, bar, restaurants, kids club. - The hotel is clean and relatively modern throughout. - The hotel room had acoustics, we never heard our famil…
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379jarroda
Excellent service + Excellent hotel with everything and more that you need. Staff and management very helpful and always have a sile on their face. Definitely recommend
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zdravkogg
best ski place to stay in Borovets! + Everything was great, as usual. SPA, personnel, rooms, room temperature, ski wardrobe. Nice lobby bar with a fireplace
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G2984MImarcj
Not value for money would not return + Staff mostly rude food abserlutly rubbish
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