Hotel Samokov Borovets Exterior photoHotel Samokov Borovets Interior photoHotel Samokov Borovets Exterior photo

HOTEL SAMOKOV, Borovets

Book on our site
up to 10% cheaper
than Booking.com
Check rooms and rates
From$75 /night
Check-in
02Jun
Check-out
03Jun
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room
Key details

About the Hotel

Borovets, Main Street, Borovets, 2010
-
Close to ski lifts
Very good
7.5
6.4
/10
4.0
/5

Rooms with Mountain Views

Hotel Samokov offers 250 standard rooms, each equipped with a fridge, direct telephone line, satellite TV, a bath with tub, hairdryer, and a balcony that provides views of the mountain. Free toiletries are provided. Rooms include a seating area, a wardrobe, and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Superior double rooms include access to the indoor pool and thermal area, featuring either a double bed or two single beds.

Onsite Dining Options

Guests can choose from three restaurants, offering Western and local dishes. The Panorama Restaurant serves buffet breakfast and dinner, with an à la carte menu. The lobby bar offers cakes, sweets, and cocktails. The Barbecue Terrace next to the swimming pool provides grilled specialties, fresh salads, and drinks. There is also a Sports Bar next to the gym.

Sport and Spa Centre

The sport and spa centre includes a modern fitness hall and an indoor swimming pool. Guests can use the bowling alley, billiard tables, and table tennis. The spa offers massage, aromatherapy, hot stone therapy, water massage, pearl tab with etheric oils, hydro jet, solarium, sauna, and steam room. The thermal area has a hammam, steam bath, Finnish sauna, foot baths with sea salts, a Kneipp pool, and a relax area. A beauty centre offers cosmetic treatments and a hairdresser.

Location and Access

Located in the center of Borovets Ski Area, Hotel Samokov is opposite the gondola lift. It provides ski-in/ski-out access, Borovets Ski Resort is 0.3 km away. Tsarska Bistritsa is 2 km away. The hotel is an hour's drive from Sofia. Points of interest include Iskar Reservoir and Musala Peak. Lift Yastrebets and Cottage Farm Alino are both 0.3 km away.

Hotel Services

Hotel Samokov features a 24-hour reception, wireless internet in public areas, a safety box at the front desk, and an elevator. It also offers eight congress halls with capacity from 15 to 600 seats, equipped with presentation facilities. Car parking is available. Guests can visit the night club. A nightclub and indoor pool are available.

“Hotel Samokov stands out for its prime location near the gondola lift, coupled with spacious rooms and mountain views; the on-site thermal spa offers a welcome respite after a day on the slopes. While the decor echoes a past era, the hotel's extensive facilities, including diverse dining and leisure options, ensure a comfortable stay. It's a solid choice for those prioritizing convenience and relaxation in Borovets.”
Hotel logo
James DavidEditor-in-Chief at Skiresort

Select your room type

Hotel Samokov offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
  • Twin Room Pool Access
    2 persons
    22 sq. feet
    2 Single beds
    Balcony
    Bathtub
  • Superior Double Room
    2 persons
    27 sq. feet
    1 King-size bed
    Balcony
    Bathtub
  • Twin Room
    2 persons
    22 sq. feet
    2 Single beds
    Balcony
    Bathtub
Show all rooms

Price and Room Availability Calendar

Check availability and prices for your dates now!
June 2026 - June 2027
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
June 2026
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
July 2026
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
August 2026
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
September 2026
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
October 2026
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
November 2026
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
December 2026
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
January 2027
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
February 2027
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
March 2027
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
April 2027
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
May 2027
26
27
28
29
30
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
1
2
3
4
5
6
Choose dates to see prices
Check-in/ Check-out

Facilities

Hotel Samokov offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.1/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi in public areas
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • No pets allowed
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Locker room
  • Ski storage
  • Lift
  • Barber shop
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Ski school
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Badminton
  • Bowling
  • Billiard tables
  • Table tennis

Services

  • Paid airport shuttle
  • Housekeeping
  • Car hire
  • Ski equipment hire
  • Laundry
  • Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Packed lunches
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots
  • Children's play area
  • Game room

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Night club
  • Spa & wellness centre
  • Solarium
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Steam room
  • Jacuzzi
  • Massage

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
Show more

Dining Onsite

Hotel Samokov features an enticing selection of dining venues that highlight local flavors amidst stunning landscapes. Guests can indulge in traditional dishes accompanied by breathtaking mountain views, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere perfect for memorable meals.
Hotel Samokov Borovets Restaurant photo
Hotel Samokov Borovets Restaurant photo
Hotel Samokov Borovets Restaurant photo

Samokov

Local cuisine with Western influences
Ambiance
Traditional setting that combines cozy interiors with scenic views of the surrounding mountains
Key Offerings
Signature local dishes served with a touch of Western flavors, alongside refreshing drinks from the bar. Ideal for enjoying meals with picturesque mountain vistas.
Reservation
No
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Panorama Restaurant

Eclectic menu featuring local delicacies
Ambiance
Charming dining space with panoramic views of the mountains, perfect for a relaxing meal surrounded by natural beauty
Key Offerings
A diverse menu that celebrates local ingredients and flavors, offering guests a chance to dine with breathtaking mountain scenery as their backdrop.
Reservation
Recommended
Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Poolside Bar

Light snacks and refreshing beverages
Ambiance
Relaxed outdoor setting by the pool, inviting guests to unwind in a casual atmosphere
Key Offerings
Variety of refreshing drinks and light bites, perfect for a quick snack or a lazy afternoon by the poolside.
Reservation
No
Open throughout the day

Hotel Samokov Location

Borovets, Main Street, Borovets, 2010
Getting around
  • City Centre
    Borovets 5 min  ·  1400 ft
  • Airports
    Sofia (SOF) 107 min  ·  44.0 mi
Want to see Exclusive Early Booking Rate?
Get exlusive rates right now!
Check Rates
Property information and rules
Check-in
from 15:00-23:59
Check-out
from 11:00-12:00
Guest Parking
No parking available.
Internet
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Breakfast
At the hotel Samokov guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.
Children & extra beds
Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Languages
Russian, Bulgarian
Number of floors:
11
Number of rooms:
70

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Hotel Samokov from previous guests about their experience.
Review summary
Based on recent reviews
Powered by AI
Hotel Samokov enjoys a brilliant location right next to the Gondola and a short walk from the ski slopes, making it ideal for ski enthusiasts. The hotel features a lovely heated pool, a ski depot, bowling alley and a sports bar, offering varied entertainment options. Some guests have mentioned that the walls can be a little thin. You can also enjoy spacious rooms, some offering incredible views of the main ski runs.
Show moreShow less
Review score
Based on 271 verified reviews
6.9 /10
Nice
64 %
Recommend
Location
9.2/10
Staff
8.1/10
Paid Wi-Fi
6.0/10
Free WiFi
6.6/10
Pros
Close to gondola
Warm pool
Spa area
Ski equipment storage
Cons
Uncomfortable beds
Noisy location
Guest reviews
based on 271 reviews
6.9/10
based on 701 reviews
3/5
based on 722 reviews
7.5/10
Albert from Germany
Single
Twin Room
4 nights in December 2025
|
Reviewed: January 01, 2026
9/10

convenient ski base with great amenities

large parking friendly staff various options
the hotel had a big parking lot behind the building. the pool was great (i swam every day!). staff were very friendly and changed towels every day. i found a variety of food options at breakfast and dinner, delicious.
the lifts were quite slow.
Facilities
9/10
the hotel provides a heated indoor pool, a bowling alley, and a shooting range, offering different entertainment options . there is also a well-equipped spa area with massage services for relaxation after skiing. i also enjoyed the sports bar.
0 Helpful
|
Show less
anja from germany
Single
twin room
4 nights in December 2025
|
Reviewed: December 29, 2025
9/10

central location convenience.

central location ski depot sports bar
The hotel's central location was great. It made accessing nearby amenities easy. i found the ski depot very convenient for storing my equipment. the sports bar on the first floor was nice. the lobby area was well kept. and inviting
0 Helpful
stephan from germany
Family with children
twin room
3 nights in November 2025
|
Reviewed: November 24, 2025
9.0/10

convenient location and plentiful amenities

heated pool convenient location clean pool ski depot
the hotel sits very close to the gondola. i found it easy to walk to the ski slopes and nearby restaurants. there is a lovely heated pool i really enjoyed, it was clean. i also appreciated the convenient ski depot available at the hotel!
The walls seemed thin. I could hear some noise from neighboring rooms.
Service
9/10
the staff was friendly and quite helpful, addressing my inquiries promptly. daily towel changes and regular cleaning of the rooms ensured a consistently fresh environment. i appreciated their attentiveness and willingness to assist throughout my stay.
Rooms
8/10
the twin room i stayed in was warm and clean. the beds were very comfortable and provided a restful sleep. the room included a balcony, though it was empty, and that offered some space to dry ski wear.
Dining
9/10
i found a good selection for breakfast! the breakfast buffet was grand with plentiful options. while i preferred eating out in the evenings, the on-site dining provided a convenient start to each day! the food tasted delicious.
Facilities
10/10
The hotel features a great sports bar on the first floor. It provided good entertainment. there is also a bowling alley and bb firing range that add fun activities. a big parking area behind the hotel exists .
0 Helpful
|
Show more
FAQs
About Hotel Samokov
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Samokov?
Check-in is at 15:00 and check-out is at 12:00.
How far is Hotel Samokov from Sofia Airport?
The hotel is located 70 km from Sofia Airport, which is approximately a 1-hour drive.
What dining options are available at Hotel Samokov?
Hotel Samokov features three restaurants, including the Panorama Restaurant which serves buffet breakfast and dinner, as well as a Barbecue Terrace by the pool.
What kind of room amenities can guests expect at Hotel Samokov?
Rooms are equipped with minibars, satellite TV, bathtubs, and balconies that offer mountain views.
What recreational activities does Hotel Samokov offer?
Guests can enjoy billiards, table tennis, bowling, skiing, and access to an indoor swimming pool and fitness center.
What is the closest ski area to Hotel Samokov?
The hotel is located directly opposite the gondola lift in Borovets Ski Area.
Is parking available at Hotel Samokov?
The hotel offers free private parking for guests.
What nearby attractions can guests visit from Hotel Samokov?
Nearby attractions include Borovets Ski Resort, Musala Peak, and Iskar Reservoir, all within close proximity.
Does Hotel Samokov have a club or entertainment venue?
The hotel features a nightclub and entertainment options for evening activities.
What languages are spoken by the staff at Hotel Samokov?
The staff at the hotel speaks multiple languages to assist guests.

Next best alternative

Consider them for your next trip.
Check-in
02Jun
Check-out
03Jun
Rooms and Guests2 Guests, 1 Room