Travelers hit the mountain slopes for exhilarating skiing, then recover with a massage before sampling the region's distinctive cuisine at Rila Hotel Borovets.
Rila Hotel Borovets simplifies mountain getaways with ski-in/ski-out access. Enjoy restorative massages at the spa after a day outdoors, relax on sun loungers by the indoor pool, and stay connected with free WiFi. On-site laundry facilities handle practical needs.
Located in Samokov, Rila Hotel Borovets is in the mountains. Tsarska Bistritsa and Tsari Mali Grad Fortress are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Iskar Reservoir and Seven Rila Lakes. Make sure you don't miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and mountain biking, or hop on a bike for hire nearby and take a self-guided tour around Samokov. Visit our Borovets travel guide
Borovets Resort, Samokov, Samokov, 2010
What's nearby
Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Seven Rila Lakes
48 min drive - 30.6 km
Borovets Ski Resort
1 min walk - 0.0 km
Sitnyakovo Express
5 min walk - 0.5 km
Tsarska Bistritsa
17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Kostenets Station
45 min drive
Sofia (SOF)
82 min drive
Restaurants
Katy's Pub
2 min walk
Black Tiger
1 min walk
The Red Lion
1 min walk
Zig-Zag
2 min walk
Venice Steak house & Pizza
1 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 facial, a manicure/pedicure 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 and a children's pool, along 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 luggage storage
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
24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
Free uncovered self parking on site
Limited on-site self 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
Children's pool
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
Children's pool
In-room 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.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
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: EUR 100
Christmas Day (25 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 100 (from 2 to 11 years old)
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per adult: EUR 240
New Year's Eve (31 December) Gala Dinner per child: EUR 240 (from 2 to 11 years old)
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 104.27 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 fire extinguisher and 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 and a children's 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 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rila Hotel Borovets on 22 Apr, 2026 start from S$192, 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 EUR 104.27 per vehicle applies.
Where is Rila Hotel Borovets located?
Located in the mountains, this Samokov hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access within 1 mile (2 km) 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
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We loved our stay at Rila! It was the best location for the slopes & we loved the huge variety of food we were offered for breakfast and dinner!
We loved the surprise of having a live singer in the lounge downstairs after dinner, it was a lovely addition to some of our evenings!
Our room was really spacious too & staff were really helpful at reception when we needed anything!
All was excellent! The staff was friendly and helpful. The hotel has a lot of things to offer as amusement and some good restaurants outside. We enjoyed this hotel very much. The only problem is the little rooms and the tiny bathroom. Not comfortable.
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.
This Hotel is really nice now the renovations have been done, whilst it was a quiet time(pre season) the staff were great, the spa was very clean and a good selection of sauna, Turkish Bath, steam room chill room relaxation area, pool was warmer than we remember and whirlpool clean. The bar had a great selection of food, the terrace bar is great, and breakfast is vastly improved on years gone by. All in all great stay and lovely hotel
Brilliant hotel for families and close to everythi
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!
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!
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
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!
I have been in Rila hotel few times over the years but mostly in the summer. I love the location because it is right in the middle of everything. I like how the hotel has been renovated and is constantly improving. The breakfast is great and has variety of choices. However the recent prices I think was a bit too much for the quality provided. The beds need to be improved as not comfortable. Also another thing I really was disappointed from was the thick ice in front of the property and on the whole parking lot. For such a major and expensive hotel, this shouldnt be an issue, the parking should be cleaned and the front of the hotel also. It is not something impossible. Other than that it is a nice place.