We have created a list with the best small luxury hotels in Bansko, Bulgaria. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Eva Novak & Adam Jensen. Updated March 2024.
Charming. Romantic. Cosy rooms. Popular among couples. Situated in Bansko in the Blagoevgrad Region, 400 metres from Gondola Lift, Hotel Amira boasts a spa centre and ski storage space. The hotel has a terrace and views of the mountains, and guests can enjoy a meal at the restaurant. Rooms include a flat-screen TV. Certain units have a seating area where you can relax. You will find a kettle in the room. Rooms are fitted with a private bathroom. Extras include bath robes, slippers and free toiletries. Superior rooms feature a spa bath or a hot tub. There is free shuttle service, a 24-hour front desk, babysitting service and gift shop at the property. A free transfer to the lower gondola lift is provided. Car hire is available at this hotel and the area is popular for skiing. Ski tracks Bansko is 9 km from Hotel Amira, while Molerite is 1.4 km away.Show full description
I think this is one of the most WELL DESIGNED boutique hotels in Bansko. It also has VERY COSY ROOMS.
Very stylish. Unique. Great views. Popular among women. Katarino SPA Hotel is situated at the foot of the Rila Mountain, 8 km away from Bansko ski resort and 2 km away from Razlog. It features a tennis court, a gym, a 4-track bowling alley and billiards, as well as indoor and outdoor pool with mineral water. Guests can benefit from the healing relaxation and skin therapies at the modern spa centre. The restaurants of Katarino SPA Hotel serve fine Bulgarian cuisine and healthy food, prepared with natural products from farms in ecological areas. Selection of fine wines and beer are produced in the complex, BBQ and show cooking are offered as well. Freshly squeezed juices, cocktails and snacks are served by the pool and in the bars. The hotel has electric vehicle charging station, ATM and conference rooms. Available on site are also a kids' club, 2 outdoor playgrounds and children's mineral pool. Free ski wardrobe and free shuttle service to the gondola lift are provided. The ultra half-board arrangement includes buffet breakfast and dinner or set menu. Guests are provided with free access to the thermal spa area with a variety of mineral pools, diverse types of saunas and panoramic steam baths.Show full description
This is likely one of the most STYLISH luxury hotels in Bansko. It also has OUTSTANDING VIEWS.
Resort. Situated in Bansko, 1.5 km from Holy Trinity Church, SPA Resort St Ivan Rilski - Halfboard & All Inclusive features accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar. With free WiFi, this 4-star resort offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. The property has a year-round outdoor pool, indoor pool, fitness centre and garden. At the resort, every room includes a desk. Rooms are equipped with a kettle and a private bathroom with free toiletries, while some rooms include a kitchenette fitted with an oven. At SPA Resort St Ivan Rilski - Halfboard & All Inclusive every room is fitted with bed linen and towels. A buffet breakfast is available each morning at the accommodation. At SPA Resort St Ivan Rilski - Halfboard & All Inclusive guests are welcome to take advantage of a sauna and a hot tub. Bansko Municipality is 1.8 km from the resort, while Holy Virgin Church is 2.5 km from the property. The nearest airport is Sofia, 170 km from SPA Resort St Ivan Rilski - Halfboard & All Inclusive, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Elegant. Superb breakfast. The luxurious Lucky Bansko Aparthotel SPA & Relax offers spacious apartments and studios with free WiFi access. The spa centre offers free of charge an ice room, a steam bath, contrast showers, a fitness centre Technogym, indoor bio pools with 30°С temperature, a pool with Dead Sea salts and a relax room with Himalayan salt lining. Most of the units have a fully equipped kitchenette and bathrooms with French cosmetics and bathrobes for adults and children. The Lucky Bansko Aparthotel SPA & Relax houses 2 restaurants, serving traditional and alpine dishes, made from original recipes. The spa offers a variety of treatments and therapies, including ultrasonic peeling, RF face and body lifting, and anti-aging treatments with the high-quality French cosmetics of Academie. The latest in the field of rejuvenation: Intraceuticals is a mesotherapy created on the basis of nanotechnology, which is intradermal penetration with a pressurized oxygen jet and hydration with 95% pure hyaluronic acid and a multivitamin complex. This is a needle-free (non-invasive) therapy that "awakens" the skin to a new life and will only think in LUCKY BANSKO SPA & RELAX. A children's playground and club are available. Through the winter season professional babysitters care free of charge for the children in the kids club. The hotel organises excursions to cultural sites and monasteries in the area. In spring, summer and autumn, mountain trekking hikes are organized free every Wednesday and Saturday, with mountain guides. During the active ski season rates include free transportation to and from the gondola station, every 15 minutes from 07:45 until 10:30 and from 14:00 until 17:30, as well as every 30 minutes from 10:30 until 12:00.Show full description
Highly elegant. Unique. Comfortable beds. Being the only ski-in and ski-out hotel in Bansko, Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko is located in the very heart of the mountain resort, right across the Gondola lift station. The five-star luxury hotel features 157 Alpine-style rooms, including 25 suites and an exclusive Presidential Suite, fully renovated Kempinski The Spa, four conference rooms and dining rooms with spectacular views of the majestic Pirin Mountains, offering an authentic Kempinski gourmet experience. The Gallery restaurant offers themed buffets throughout the winter and BBQ at the sunlit terrace during the summer. The guests can explore the spirit of Mediterranean cuisine at Come Prima Restaurant in a romantic and cosy ambience. Live cooking by the hotel’s international culinary team headed by Executive Chef Nikola Todorov (instead of Trevor Portelli) in the open kitchen. In the winter, The Sushi Bar and Teppanyaki Grill welcome guests for an exquisite meal and show by expert Teppanyaki chefs. In summer, La Veranda Bar & Lounge offers not only a breathtaking view of the mountain but also a unique menu, superb summer cocktails and the sushi corner by the pool. Piano bar Sing Sing warms up the winter nights with amazing live performances and a spirited atmosphere. The Lobby Bar is the perfect place for a morning coffee or a light snack for lunch, or even a nice cocktail in front of the cosy fireplace on cold winter nights. Free access to a 24-hour gym and to a thermal area of the Spa is included. It offers Finish sauna, Herbal sauna, sanarium, infrared cabin, experience showers, deep digital detox area, tailor-made aroma steam bath, laconium, one indoor and two outdoor swimming pools, kids outdoor swimming pool, indoor and outdoor hot tub and a unique snow room. Family-friendly Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko Bansko has a supervised Kids Club offering complimentary childcare for all hotel guests with children aged 3 to 12 years old with a daily programme with a variety of amusing activities and games. The hotel can organise airport pick-up and drop-off from Sofia and Thessaloniki International Airport.Show full description
Stylish. Romantic. Cosy rooms. Situated at the foothill of Pirin Mountains in Bansko and only 300 metres from the gondola lift, Hotel Tanne offers cosy accommodation and beautiful mountain views. The on-site spa centre includes a pool with hot mineral water, a salt room, a Russian and a herb sauna, an outdoor Japanese bath and a pool with hydro beds and water cannons. Built in the traditional style of the town, the Tanne is a 10-minute walk from Bansko's centre. The bus and railway station is 2.5 km from the hotel. The Tanne Hotel has a traditional restaurant which offers a variety of dining options serving local cuisine. Breakfast is served in a cosy café, with a terrace offering a magnificent view to the mountains. Drinks can be taken in the Viennese lounge, lobby or the piano bar. Transfers to and from Sofia are available upon request.Show full description
Great breakfast. Great views. Premier Luxury Mountain Resort is situated in Bansko at the foot of Pirin Mountains, 700 metres from the ski lift. It offers spacious rooms with wooden interior and free WiFi in all areas. Fast lane VIP ski pass is offered to guests. The main Dionyssos Restaurant serves international buffet-style breakfast and dinner. Guests can also enjoy a meal in Amvrosia Butcher Modern Cuisine. The Nectar Bar offers a wide selection of coffees, colourful cocktails and international drinks and spirits. Relaxing spa treatments and fitness opportunities are provided at the Mountain Resort. Guests can benefit from free entrance to the indoor swimming pool, sauna and hammam. There is also a kids club with animation for younger guests. The 70 km of perfectly prepared slopes offer an exciting day of skiing or snowboarding, and the reservation desk can assist you in planning your excursions and activities. Free ski storage is available, while ski equipment and ski lessons can be also provided. Free shuttle service to the Gondola lift is offered.Show full description
Great location. Great value. Embark on the ultimate ski adventure with our "Ski Stay Simplified" experience at our 5-star hotel, strategically located at the first station of the Gondola Lift. We've redefined the game for ski and snowboard enthusiasts, offering a hassle-free haven with ski-in, ski-out access, top-notch equipment for rent, secure storage, and the convenience of being your go-to ski pass vendor. But we're not stopping there – for half board guests, bid adieu to mundane dinner buffets and dive into refined dining with our exclusive set menu dinners. Bed and breakfast aficionados, get ready for a culinary journey with our extended à la carte menu, featuring both classic and Turkish restaurant options. We're all about catering to diverse tastes, with vegan choices and specially crafted fresh meals for our littlest guests aged 7 months to 2 years. As the sun sets, chill out at our cutting-edge après-ski bar, the newest addition to our lineup. Parking is a breeze with our indoor and outdoor facilities. Families, we've got the vibe covered with our Montessori Toys Kids Club, PlayStations, and a slew of cool amenities. Retreat to modern, spacious rooms and apartments, complete with 50" smart TVs for your binge-worthy content. Stay connected with ample sockets for all your gadgets – because no one wants a dead phone on the slopes. Indulge in relaxation at our killer Spa Center – a large indoor pool, Roman bath, steam bath, sauna, and a variety of spa and beauty treatments await. With a slick new Wi-Fi network and a commitment to thoughtful design, our hotel is rewriting the ski resort experience. Get ready for the ultimate blend of comfort, entertainment, and all-around awesomeness! . Show full description
Popular among couples. Grand Hotel Bansko is a 4-star hotel complex in Bansko, located at the foot of the beautiful Pirin Mountains and a 5-minute drive away from the ski lift. Shuttle service to the ski slopes is also available and is free of charge. Grand Hotel Bansko includes a lobby bar and a casino with roulette table and various game machines. The awarded spa centre features massage rooms, 4 different saunas, a sun bed, a hot tub, a spa bath, a Turkish bath, and a relaxation room. A wide variety of healthy and relaxing treatments are also offered. There is also a variety of indoor and outdoor pools, as well as children's outdoor and indoor pool. For young guests, the hotel offers a large playground with professional animators and a gaming club. The on-site fitness centre features state-of-the-art gym equipment. The property features a restaurant, which serves a wide variety of tasty local and international food. Guests can also buy ski passes at the hotel and free transfer to the ski slopes. The Grand Hotel Bansko complex offers a great variety of services, including transfers to the ski centre of Bansko and the village of Dobrinishte, ski rental, ski instructors and mountain guides. Traditional celebrations, competitions and exhibitions, as well as folklore music and dancing, will keep you entertained. The hotel has an electric charging station for electric cars.Show full description
Combining traditional Bulgarian architecture with modern facilities, the Four Points by Sheraton Bansko enjoys a convenient location close to the gondola lift in Bansko. The property is a perfect starting point both for ski lovers and those wanting to explore the historical old town of Bansko. Traditional and international cuisine are served at the restaurant of Four Points by Sheraton Bansko.Show full description
Charming. Great location. Casa Karina Apartments are situated only 100 metres from the cabin ski lift at the foot of the Pirin Mountains in Bansko. The apartments boast views over the Pirin and Rila Moutains. The elegant restaurant seats up to 230 people and there is a coffee bar as well. Casa Karina Apartments feature a swimming pool, Finnish sauna, steam bath, Turkish bath and various spa treatments. Bathrobes are available for surcharge. A kids' room is available for children up to 5 years old and it can be accessed together with the parents. There is free wired internet access available in public areas and parking in a garage is possible at extra charge.Show full description
Resort.Charming. Great interior design. Cosy rooms. Located in a tranquil area in Pirin Resort and offering views of the golf course and Pirin Mountain, Terra Complex offers well-appointed rooms and apartments, allocated in four detached buildings named - main building Pirin with all facilities, Rila, Rodopi and Balkan. All rooms come with a bathroom including toiletries and are equipped with cable TV, telephone and free wireless internet. Apartments have a living room with a sofa bed and a balcony. Equally comfortable for morning coffee and breakfast, lunch, snack, dinner or evening party, the on site bar and dinner offers European cuisine, a large selection of drinks and comfortable atmosphere. The lobby bar offers mountain views and is a great place to relax after skiing or hiking, enjoy the open fireplace in winter or simply take advantage of the wide selection of drinks and cocktails. The spa centre of Terra Complex offers a full range of deep relaxation, beauty and aroma massages as well as therapies for body toning, weight loss and rejuvenation treatments. There are also a heated indoor pool, outdoor pool, hot tub, sauna, steam bath, solarium and cosmetic studio. The Bansko Resort and the Dobrinishte Mineral Springs are 7 km away and the next cable car is 3 km away from the complex. Free shuttle service is provided to the ski Gondola and Bansko center in the winter season. Free public parking and payable private parking are available on site.Show full description
Set in Bansko, 2.9 km from Holy Trinity Church, Park Hotel Panorama offers accommodation with a fitness centre, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a terrace, as well as an indoor pool and a sauna. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a kids' club and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel, every room includes a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Park Hotel Panorama features certain units with mountain views, and all rooms are fitted with a balcony. The units will provide guests with a fridge. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or Full English/Irish options. At the accommodation guests will find a spa and wellness centre and a hammam. The area is popular for hiking and skiing, and bike hire is available at this 4-star hotel. Guests can make use of the business centre or relax in the bar. Bansko Municipality is 3.2 km from Park Hotel Panorama, while Holy Virgin Church is 3.7 km away. The nearest airport is Sofia Airport, 170 km from the hotel.Show full description
Resort.Popular among women. With a picturesque location at the foot of the Pirin Mountain close to the UNESCO-protected Pirin National Park in Bansko, Green Life Bansko offers stylishly furnished accommodation. The main building includes all facilities and a front desk. Boasting magnificent views and a host of facilities, the Green Life Bansko provides free transportation to the ski lift during the whole winter season. In the summertime you can unwind and enjoy the calm and peaceful lush surroundings. A Relax center with an indoor swimming pool, Finnish sauna, aroma sauna and steam bath operates on site. Hotel facilities include a main restaurant, a la carte restaurant and lobby bar. There are many supermarkets and restaurants close to the apartments, where you can savour authentic Bulgarian and international cuisine.Show full description
Popular among couples. Enjoying a perfect location at the foot of Pirin Mountain with amazing panoramic views, the uniquely designed Regnum Bansko Aparthotel & SPA in Bansko offers luxuriously appointed apartments 600 metres from the gondola lift and 1200 metres from the centre of town. Regnum Banya Thermal is a unique place with thermal mineral water with open swimming pools, restaurant, green areas, massages. Free shuttle to Banya Village and access to Regnum Banya Thermal complex are provided in the summer season. The seasonal "Regnum" Aqua Park offers a heated outdoor semi-Olympic pool, water slides and a children's pool, as well as entertainment for children and adults. The spa area is a great way of unwinding during summer. Live jazz music events are held every Friday and Saturday at the lobby bar. Complimentary fruits and water are served one-time upon arrival. In spring and autumn there are various possibilities to spend your free time outdoors: walking, hiking, cycling, climbing, horse-riding and many other activities can be enjoyed in the area of Regnum Bansko Aparthotel & SPA. The complex features a gym, children's room, gardens as well as outdoor and underground garages. After an active day of skiing or snowboarding the hot sauna and steam bath offer thorough relaxation. Free shuttle service to Gondola lift station and free ski storage for personal equipment are available.Show full description
Comfortable beds. Great value. St.George Ski & Holiday - Half Board is a luxurious and modern 4-star hotel in the ski area of Bansko. The large indoor pool overlooks the garden, through floor-to-ceiling windows. A large free parking, free high-speed WiFi and free shuttles to Gondola ski lift are provided. The generous spa area of the St.George Ski & Holiday - Half Board ’s boasts modern facilities. The room rates include free use of the warm relaxation lounges, steam bath, infrared sauna, aroma sauna, salt sauna, hot tub, heated swimming pool with salt water. The heated swimming pool does not use chemicals, but an electrolysis system that processes natural salt. As a result, there is no chemical odor, the salt concentration in the water is similar to that of a human tear, and there is no eye irritation. Salt water leaves the skin much softer and smoother. Various wellness treatments are available for an extra fee - hammam massage and beauty treatments. Each accommodation at this spa hotel is bright and features stylish, wooden furnishings with a flat-screen TV and digital television with 150 channels. Free Wi-Fi with UNIFY System is available in the entire hotel, as well as an electric kettle. All bathrooms are equipped with a bathrobe and slippers. The lobby bar features an open fire place. St.George Ski & Holiday - Half Board has a restaurant, serving Bulgarian and international cuisine. Bansko cable cars can be reached within a few minutes’ walk. A ski storage room is also provided by the hotel. Guests can purchase ski passes directly at the property. Cooking in the rooms is not allowed.Show full description
Relaxing atmosphere. Unique. Great value. Located few meters from ski-lift and boasting an indoor swimming pool, Hotel Parklands offers accommodations with views of mountains and gardens. Free WiFi and 24-hour front desk is provided at the property. The hotel offers a New Year's dinner for guests to enjoy every year. All units feature parquet floors and are fitted with a satellite flat-screen TV, and a private bathroom with shower. Some of the units have balcony. Hotel Parklands features a bar, spa and wellness center with Hammam, ski rental shop and a restaurant. A terrace is available on site and skiing can be enjoyed within close proximity of the apartment. Holy Trinity Church is 1.3 km from Hotel Parklands, while Bansko Municipality is 1.5 km away.. Show full description
Based on my research this is the most RELAXING small luxury hotel in Bansko. It also has GREAT AFFORDABILITY.
Great value. Gardenia Park Hotel is located in the city park, 3 minute walk from the centre of Bansko, offering free transport to the first gondola station in the winter season. The rooms come with free WiFi. Gardenia Hotel has an outdoor lift, a modern spa centre, ski wardrobe, ski rentals and a 24-hour front desk at your disposal. The hotel also has a comfortable lobby bar and free WiFi is available in all public areas. From 23 December to 31 March the Park Hotel offers you, besides the transfer, your own lockable ski storage space.Show full description
Resort.Delightful property. Romantic. Great views. Popular among couples. Pirin Golf Hotel and Spa is surrounded by pine trees and includes 2 golf courses, a driving range, a golf academy, 7 swimming pools, 2 supermarkets, a piano bar, a fitness, squash, billiards, table tennis, 7 exterior kid areas, a bakery, a sports shop, ski school and ski storage and a clothes shop. The Bansko Ski Lift is located 12 km from Pirin Golf Hotel and Spa. All the rooms in the hotel are designed in luxury alpine style and are architecturally reflecting the surrounding environment. The luxury bathrooms are equipped with bathtub and shower cabin. During the ski season, the hotel offers complimentary 10-minute shuttle service to and from the lift hourly during the day. There is also a complimentary shuttle service with golf cart that can drive the guest around the complex in the summer. The rooms are fitted with a TV, timber furniture and textile sofas. Part of the European Tour Properties, Pirin Golf Hotel and Spa has 3 restaurants, 1 with European cuisine, 1 with Asian cuisine and 1 with traditional alpine food. A lobby bar and 8 outdoor kids playground areas including swings, slide and sandpit are at guests' disposal. Bicycles, ski equipment and ski and golf instructors can be hired at a surcharge on site. Complimentary use of the spa centre includes 1 interior pool, 3 exterior pools (all season), 3 exterior seasonal pools, mountain sauna, infrared sauna, kneipp bath, hot stone, ice fountain, heated bench, laconium, aroma Steam bath, Amazing shower. Sofia Airport is 160 km from the property. At a surcharge a shuttle service from and to Sofia Airport and Thessaloniki Airport can be organized.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most BEAUTIFUL resorts in Bansko. And it is one of the most popular small luxury hotels in Bansko, among couples!
Relaxing atmosphere. Great location. Boasting a terrace and views of garden, Wellness Hotel Bulgaria is set in Bansko, 700 metres from Holy Trinity Church. Offering a restaurant with a summer garden, the property also has a bar, as well as an indoor pool and a spa centre. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and room service for guests. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. At the hotel the rooms come with a wardrobe and a private bathroom. Guests at Wellness Hotel Bulgaria can enjoy a continental or a buffet breakfast. At the accommodation guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Guests at Wellness Hotel Bulgaria will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bansko, like skiing. Bansko Municipality is less than 1 km from the hotel, while Holy Virgin Church is a 19-minute walk from the property.Show full description
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