Bansko is one of the best ski resorts in Eastern Europe and a climatic resort in Bulgaria. Every year, thrill-seekers and adrenaline enthusiasts flock here. Everyone can find an activity to their liking—skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, tubing, and other tools for a memorable descent. The ski resort is extremely picturesque, offering true aesthetic pleasure.
Such winter recreation would hardly be so popular if the accommodations were too far from the lifts. Few want to spend extra time and effort to get to the cable car. Hotels in Bansko near the lifts offer optimal living conditions. The cable cars themselves are absolutely safe and comfortable.
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena 5*
An excellent place for a romantic getaway. Nearby are popular locations such as the resort’s main street, the most famous attractions, and architectural structures. The rooms are decorated in an alpine style, and the hotel has a unique spa center, a hall for business meetings, and dinners with a view of the majestic mountains. Guests will be pleasantly surprised by the local level of service.
Guests can enjoy a free breakfast, pool, parking, and:
- Car rental
- Transfer
- Equipment rental and storage, drying
- Sports school
- Kids club
- Currency exchange
- Hair salon, souvenir, jewelry, and grocery stores
There are many restaurants and cafes on the premises where you can taste Mediterranean or Japanese cuisine. Professional chefs turn any meal into a real celebration, whether it’s a hearty breakfast or a themed buffet dinner. In the lobby bar, you can enjoy freshly brewed coffee or tea with a delicious pastry. Cocktails are served on the terrace with a breathtaking view of the mountain.
Regnum Bansko Ski Hotel & SPA 5*
Located at the foot of the mountain range. Especially popular among tourists with children—luxuriously furnished rooms, friendly staff, excellent service, delicious food, and entertainment for kids. The rooms offer a magnificent panoramic view. The ski lift is only 600 meters away, and the city center is just over a kilometer away.
The thermal complex on the premises is a unique place for relaxation of both body and soul—mineral water, outdoor pools, restaurants, green areas, and massage rooms. Nearby is a water park with a children’s pool, a heated outdoor pool, water slides, and a children’s pool. Entertainment events for children and adults are regularly held here.
In the lobby bar, live jazz music is played on certain days of the week. Guests are offered free fruits and drinks. Popular activities include hiking, cycling, horseback riding, and other outdoor activities. Additional amenities include a gym, children’s room, picturesque garden, and underground parking.
Ores Boutique Hotel 5*
A complex with a bar and garden located 1.5 kilometers from the city’s main attractions. Guests can have food and drinks delivered to their rooms, and there is a storage room for sports equipment. The ski lift is just a couple of minutes away. Guests can enjoy a terrace, a heated pool with a panoramic view of the picturesque surroundings, a wellness center, and a spa. You can rent both ski equipment and a car.
This place is chosen for its comfortable rooms with all amenities and contemporary style, delicious and varied food, rich infrastructure, friendly staff, and a wide range of services.
This option is suitable for both a secluded vacation and a family holiday. To allow adults to relax, children are entertained daily by a kids’ club. The restaurant has a separate children’s menu and a zone with baby food and special high chairs.
Premier Luxury Mountain Resort 5*
Located just 700 meters from the ski lift, it is suitable for both family vacations and business trips. The rooms offer a stunning view of the mountain forest and ski slopes. All rooms are modern, superbly decorated, and furnished with Italian furniture.
There are several restaurants on the premises where you can taste international cuisine, children’s playrooms, and a spa center offering a wide range of relaxation, rejuvenation, and revitalization services. There are outdoor and indoor pools, a terrace, and a playground equipped with a slide and swings.
A kids’ club with professional animators is available. Babysitting services are offered. The local bar offers a wide selection of coffee, cocktails, imported alcoholic, and non-alcoholic cocktails. Guests can work out in the fitness room, visit the sauna, or hammam.
The reception staff can help guests plan their leisure and organize excursions. Amenities include free ski storage and equipment rental. Ski lessons are provided for beginners. A free shuttle operates to the gondola lift.
Amira Boutique Hotel 5*
Located at the foot of the mountain, just a few minutes’ walk from the ski lift station. Families often come here to enjoy the beauty of the surroundings and the opportunities for skiing. Some rooms have a seating area and a hot tub. The premises offer a view of the mountains. There is no charge for the transfer to the lower gondola lift station.
Services include:
- Restaurants, cafes, and bars
- Indoor pool
- Conference and banquet halls
- Parking
- Car rental
- Equipment rental and storage
- Currency exchange
- Ski school
There are also facilities for children—a covered pool, playroom, entertainment club, special menu, and babysitting services. Entertainment options besides skiing include a gym, spa center, and cycling. The property has a banquet and conference hall.
Saint George Palace Aparthotel 4*
Located 800 meters from the ski lift, with a free winter transfer.
Available entertainment and sports:
- Spa center (sauna, jacuzzi, steam bath, relaxation area with a massage room and panoramic glass roof)
- Gym
- Heated indoor pool
- Horse riding
- Beauty salon
Located in the center, the complex is close to most tourist attractions and business organizations in the city. Nearby is the Pirin National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Guests can cook their meals in their own kitchen or taste exquisite dishes in local restaurants offering alternative menus of Bulgarian, Italian, and European cuisine.
Bathrooms in the rooms are equipped with all necessary toiletries, and kitchen utensils are provided for an additional fee. Sports bars with billiards and a panoramic view of the mountains are available on the premises.
Grand Royale Apartment Complex & Spa 4*
The nearest cable car is 600 meters away, with free transfers to the slopes.
Amenities on the premises include:
- Indoor pool
- Spa center (sauna, jacuzzi, steam bath, relaxation room)
- Gym
- Free parking (subject to availability)
- Children’s playground
For an additional fee, guests can relax in the Turkish bath and order a massage from professional physiotherapists. Additional amenities include spacious common areas such as a lobby bar and cigar bar with a designated smoking area and billiards table. The local restaurant serves a variety of international dishes. Rooms are equipped with mini-kitchens.
Activities available on the premises:
- Sports ground
- Bicycle rental
- Eco-tours
- Golf
- Hiking trails
- Ski lessons
- Equipment rental
Nearby are well-known cultural and historical attractions.
Grand Hotel Bansko — Fitness & SPA 4*
Located at the foot of picturesque mountains, just minutes from the ski lift. Free transfer for guests. The premises feature a lobby bar and a casino.
The spa center provides all conditions for full body and soul relaxation:
- Massage rooms
- Saunas
- Solarium
- Jacuzzi
- Turkish bath
- Relaxation room
A wide range of wellness and relaxation treatments is offered. The fitness center is equipped with the latest equipment to help you stay in shape even during vacation. Several outdoor and indoor pools, including children’s pools, are available.
A large playground is provided. Professional animators entertain children in the play club. The property has a restaurant serving local and international cuisine.
All conditions for productive leisure are created here—equipment rental, instructor services, and mountain guides. Traditional festive events, competitions, exhibitions, concerts of folk music, and dance performances are regularly held for guests.
SPA Resort St Ivan Rilski 4*
Guests have access to a bar, restaurant, and in-room food and drink delivery. There is a sauna and a children’s playground. Breakfast is served as a buffet. Car and ski equipment rentals are available. Nearby are the Bansko Municipality and the Church of the Holy Virgin.
The local spa center offers a wide range of services:
- Hot stone massage
- Sauna and steam bath
- Facial and body care treatments
The spa is open daily and invites guests aged 16 and older. A garden and private parking are available on the premises. Guests can visit the bar and relax on the terrace. There are indoor and outdoor pools and a fitness center.
Travelers arriving by car can use free parking. No charge for children under 12 when staying in the same room with parents.
The complex is located at the foot of Pirin Mountain, just a 5-minute drive from the nearest ski lift and a 15-minute walk from the city center. The property is suitable for family vacations, business trips, and celebrating significant events.
Green Life Resort Bansko 4*
Located among an evergreen forest in a picturesque area, offering unique views of the old city center and surrounding mountains. Ski slopes are 700 meters away, on the border with the National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Room options include studios for two people and apartments with terraces and fireplaces.
Available services:
- Equipment rental
- Car rental
- Transfer
- Spa center—indoor pool, Finnish sauna, bath, massage rooms
- Outdoor pool
- Excursion tours to local attractions
- Skiing, snowboarding
At the poolside fresh bar, you can try a variety of fresh cocktails and hot drinks. The local restaurants daily offer national and European cuisine. The elegant interior of the establishments enchants all guests and creates a pleasant atmosphere for dining. The restaurants are suitable for business lunches, family celebrations, and relaxing with friends.
Hotel Perun Lodge 4*
The local spa and wellness center, operating year-round, offers unique body care treatments.
Available therapies include:
- Hammam
- Jacuzzi
- Cleopatra’s bath
- Exotic and classic therapies (with chocolate, honey, oils, and herbs)
- Special treatments for men
- Cosmetic room
The premises feature a gym, a pool with the largest water mirror in the city. Here you can not only rent equipment for skiing but also play golf. The local bars and restaurants are elegantly decorated and offer guests a chance to enjoy excellent cuisine. There is a restaurant with a winter garden and an establishment specializing in Armenian cuisine.
The lobby is located in the spacious foyer of the complex, where you can order alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, various cocktails, and pastries. Children can visit the playroom for free. The complex is located in one of the most picturesque areas of the ski resort, just a few minutes’ walk from the lift.
Royal Park Apartments 4*
Located in the heart of the mountain range, 500 meters from the lifts and ski slopes. The city center is a 10-minute walk away. For tourists arriving on vacation with their families, high chairs for feeding are available. Upon request, baby cribs are provided for free.
The center’s infrastructure includes:
- Restaurants, bars, and cafes
- Indoor pool
- Parking
- Car rental
- Ski equipment rental and storage room
- Transfer
- Currency exchange
Some rooms have balconies and terraces offering picturesque views of the surroundings. You can relax in the spa center or gym. Sauna and hammam are available. For an additional fee, you can order a massage and visit the steam bath.
Guests can dine in restaurants offering Bulgarian and international cuisine. The lobby bar is open around the clock. The complex is divided into two parts: the main building with all infrastructure and the apartment section with only rooms. Here, everyone can choose what they need.
Elegant Lux Hotel 4*
Located in a picturesque area of the city—the rooms offer breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain ranges.
Guests can enjoy free services at the local spa center with a fully equipped relaxation area:
- Indoor mineral water pool
- Jacuzzi
- Steam bath
- Saunas
Guests can order various cosmetic treatments and types of massages. The property also features a fitness center. Restaurants with summer and winter gardens, and free barbecue facilities, are available.
In the lobby bar, you can order drinks and listen to live piano music. Most rooms have a fully equipped kitchen. Babysitting services are available upon request, and a children’s playroom is provided.
The cable car is within walking distance, and a free shuttle is provided. Equipment can be rented. In season, you can go hiking, fishing, canoeing, and explore the surroundings, including the Rila Monastery and National Park.
Boutique Hotel Uniqato 3*
Located in a quiet area of the city center, close to the ski area and within walking distance of the lift. Guests can visit the sauna and steam bath for free. There is a private underground parking lot. Guests are provided with cozy and spacious rooms decorated in natural colors—green, brown, and beige.
This combination creates a natural, relaxing atmosphere conducive to full rest. The local restaurant with a summer garden and unique interior offers exquisite dishes.
A storage room for sports equipment is equipped near the residence. Rooms with fully equipped kitchens have balconies with views of the garden and pool. Some apartments have a jacuzzi. The local spa center features a tanning studio, steam bath, and sauna, where guests can relax after a busy day, tiring walks, and sports activities.
7 Pools Boutique Hotel & SPA 3*
A complex with several indoor and outdoor pools, a children’s play area, located within walking distance of the lift. Guests have access to a modern spa center, gym, and elegant restaurant.
Spacious apartments with terraces are equipped with everything needed for a comfortable and full rest. They have a seating area and a private bathroom with free toiletries. Continental breakfast is served in the mornings, and drinks and snacks are available throughout the day in the lobby bar.
The local spa center features a sauna, steam bath, hammam, indoor and outdoor jacuzzis, an aqua aerobics pool with underwater equipment, and a salt room. Children can spend their free time in the playroom or on the outdoor playground. Free private parking is available on the premises. Staff speaks English, Greek, Russian, and Bulgarian.