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Hotel Samokov

3.0 star property

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Front of property - evening/night
Indoor pool
Lounge
Fitness facility
Bar (on property)

Reviews

7.2 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Hot tub
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Borovets, Bulgaria 2010, Samokov, Sofia Province, 2010
  • Place, Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Borovets Ski Resort
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Tsarska Bistritsa
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sofia (SOF)
    ‪102 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Borovets

Hotel Samokov places you next to Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and Borovets Ski Resort. This 3-star hotel has 250 rooms and welcomes guests with free breakfast, a full-service spa, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Borovets Ski Resort - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Tsarska Bistritsa - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Malyovitsa Ski Resort - 49 min drive - 25.1 miles
  • Seven Rila Lakes - 53 min drive - 25.3 miles

Getting around

  • Kostenets Station - 32 min drive
  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Happy Duck - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizza Vicky - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪BJ's Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Black Tiger - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Napoli Steak House Pizza - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Samokov

Hotel Samokov features a full-service spa, a nightclub, and an indoor pool. Self parking is offered for EUR 2.5 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and luggage storage. Other amenities at this ski hotel include a gym, a sauna, and a hot tub.
For entertainment, guests can enjoy cable TV. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies, sitting areas, and refrigerators are also standard.
An indoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 5 treatment rooms. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 2.50 per day)

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Bowling alley
  • Downhill skiing
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Snowboarding
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bowling alley
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Living room
  • Playground

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Hair salon
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Living room
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Self parking fee: EUR 2.5 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10 AM to 7 PM.

Property is also known as

Hotel Samokov
Samokov
Samokov Hotel Borovets
Samokov Hotel
Samokov Samokov
Samokov Hotel Samokov

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Hotel Samokov?

This hotel is located in Samokov, just steps from Borovets Ski Resort and Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School, and within a short walk of Sitnyakovo Express. Tsarska Bistritsa is within a walking distance of 0.9 mi.

Is there parking available at Hotel Samokov?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 2.50 per day.

Is there a spa available at Hotel Samokov?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot stone massages, hydrotherapy, and aromatherapy.

Does Hotel Samokov have a casino?

No, Hotel Samokov doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Samokov?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 10 AM and 7 PM.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel Samokov?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel Samokov?

No, but guests can enjoy a sauna at this hotel.

Does Hotel Samokov have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hotel Samokov serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Will Hotel Samokov allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Samokov.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Samokov?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel Samokov?

Yes, every guestroom at Hotel Samokov comes with a balcony and some offer mountain views.

Hotel Samokov Reviews

Reviews

7.2

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 16 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

6.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

5.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great value for money

The hotel is a little dated and would benefit from a refurbishment, but the staff were excellent and the breakfast was great. The location is superb, with plenty of facilities and convenient parking. Outstanding value for money too, as our stay was very inexpensive. If you’re looking for something modern and stylish this may not be the place, but for value it’s hard to beat.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have to say it was an excellent stay. Whilst it isn’t the Ritz, so don’t expect that, it was very solid and met the needs of a good base to access the slopes. Warm, big rooms, comfortable beds and adequate food. Remember, you get what you pay for - I’d stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and tidy, even if a bit dated (1980s vibe) , it was comfy enough! The breakfast included was decent, and there was a lot of choice! We loved the fact how the gondola was less than a minute walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Its is a communist era hotel. Having said that it is clean and has everything that you would need. The rooms are clean and spacious, but the food is not so good.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

paul

Disliked: Staff & service
You totally get what you pay for, its a budget, dated, and basic hotel. For us it was just a base and somewhere to sleep, which worked. Its unlikely i'll stay there again as would prefer a little more modern and luxury but compared to nearly hotels Rila £2600, Iglika £2500, Savakov £700 you get what you pay for so can't really complain. Breakfast was basic, but did the job, room was warm and clean, bowling and swimming was good, lots of space for the kids to run around in, bar and social areas not that appealing so didn't use them. Have stayed in all the above hotels twice.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

4/10 Poor

Diane

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Let’s start with a positive, it’s a good location. And that was it. The hotel itself is extremely dated, the lifts are dangerous. We only stayed bed and breakfast, thank goodness as the food was absolutely awful. There is no atmosphere about the place whatsoever, it is old, dark, and dingy. The beds are very old and uncomfortable, the pillows were like rocks. We stayed for eight days and for five out of the eight days we had continuous power cuts, lasting anywhere from between two and 10 hours. We were on the sixth floor, and when you come back from snowboarding the last thing you want to do is trudge up six flights of stairs wrapped up in snow gear. On the one morning we did go for breakfast, we had to walk down to a less than basic breakfast as they could not provide anything hot because of no power. Christmas Day, we were stuck in the hotel in the morning for the first five hours because again there was no power. We have had no apology for all this inconvenience whatsoever. On the morning of our departure, we hear that the hotel was sending emails to further arriving guests, stating there had been a series of power cuts but they apparently have a generator, to which was not used once! on our arrival at 3 am, and going straight to bed, we were very rudely awoken by an extremely loud obnoxious family in our room next door, using the most obscene language possible, and I was not impressed by this in front of my 13-year-daughter. This seem to be common throughout the hotel.
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Declan

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel looks nothing like the photos, the cladding is falling apart and flaking with sap weeping out. Disused offices and facilities stand out. The carpark is used as charged parking for day-visitors for the slopes, guests park down a loading bay littered with potholes. For the 2 weeks I was here, the main door was broken. After checking in, you're directed to your room via the elevators. They're loud, shaky, inconsistent, some don't open level with the floor and have swastikas engraved inside. (this is specific to my room but other rooms must be similar) You're greeted with worn out and stained carpets, light switches and plug sockets hanging out of the wall, a radiator which doesn't come on enough to dry ski clothes, paint where it shouldn't be, lights not fixed in place, a toilet that isn't fixed to the floor releasing awful smells and providing an unstable perch. A shower that doesn't drain with a flickering light above you. The towel rack is half off the wall and the protuding tiles have simply been packed with filler. A large red stain down the side of the bed, I don't dare take off the sheet to look at the mattress. I don't think sheets are changed when the room is made. The walls are so thin, I could actually hear my new neighbor walk in and gasp. (seriously.) Breakfast is almost always yesterday's leftovers and is sometimes cold. The pool is dated but does the trick, the gym has been described by users as a prison gym. This is not a 4 star hotel.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Penka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
6
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The location of the samokov is perfect for the gondola and the ski school is excellent. The rooms are dated but the beds are clean and sheets are changed regularly. Unfortunately the walls are paper thin so you will be woken up by other guests returning back from a night out. The hotel is warm, comfortable, cheap and cheerful. Check in time is 3pm not 2pm as stated on the website. The food is probably the major let down for this hotel, it's mostly luke warm. I've stayed here a couple of times and for the money it's fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stay away from this place!

Stay away from this place! It is v. dated, unfriendly staff and most horrible food on the planet. The only good thing about this hotel was hot shower!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Istref

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

Christian

Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort