ST. IVAN RILSKI

In the main building, the following room types are available: Promo Room — 24 m², accommodation for 2+0, a compact room, while the official website does not specify a particular view; Double or Twin Room — 34–37 m², 2+1, balcony, view of the mountains or the town; Deluxe Room — 46 m², 2+2, view of the town or mountains; 1-Bedroom Apartment — 68 m², 2+2, bedroom and living room, terrace with beautiful views; Maisonette — 50 m², 2+1, duplex layout, exact view is best confirmed at the time of booking; Premium Design Double Room — 42 m², 2+0, top floor, pleasant views; Premium Design Studio — 60 m², 2+1, terrace and attractive views; Premium Design Penthouse — 118 m², 2+2, top floor and panoramic view of Bansko and the Pirin peaks; Premium Design Maisonette with 2 Bedrooms — 80 m², 4+1, duplex accommodation with a balcony. In the villas behind the main building, Studio (Villa) — 30 m², 2+1, and Family Apartment (Villa) — 50 m², 2+2, are also available; for these categories, the official website does not specify an exact view, but they do feature a balcony and are located in the separate villa section of the resort.

The hotel operates with Half Board+ and All Inclusive packages depending on the selected rate. The official All Inclusive concept is published in detail: breakfast at Chef’s Kitchen from 07:30 to 10:00, morning snack from 10:00 to 11:00, lunch from 12:00 to 14:00, afternoon snack from 15:00 to 16:30, and dinner from 18:30 to 21:30. The main format is a buffet and show cooking with meat and vegetable dishes, soups, pasta, salads, desserts, fruits, and dedicated children’s options. Drinks include espresso, cappuccino, tea, milk, hot chocolate, water, juices, soft drinks, Bulgarian draft beer and wine, and at lunch and dinner also a range of Bulgarian spirits, including rakia, vodka, gin, rum, mastika, liqueurs, and whisky. During the summer season from 1 July to 1 October, the Pool Bar is open from 10:00 to 18:00. On the arrival day, the All Inclusive package includes the afternoon snack and dinner, while on the departure day lunch is included if check-out is by 12:00.

No, this is a mountain spa and ski hotel in Bansko, so there is no private beach, beach bar, or sea access with sand or pebbles. The holiday concept here is built around mountain scenery, spa facilities, heated pools, hiking, and winter sports.

Room facilities vary by category, but most rooms in the main building include a balcony or terrace, a 50-inch TV, high-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning, comfortable beds with branded mattresses, a mineral water, coffee, and tea set, an electric kettle, minibar on request, a bathroom with a bathtub and/or shower, hairdryer, toiletries, daily housekeeping, telephone, and a complimentary baby cot. The villas are additionally convenient for more independent stays, as they include a kitchenette, refrigerator, stove, microwave, toaster, kitchen utensils, dining area, and satellite TV. Some premium categories also feature a coffee machine, a more spacious bathroom area, and top-floor accommodation.

Chef’s Kitchen is the resort’s main restaurant on level 0, where breakfast, snacks, lunch, and dinner are served according to the board concept; the format includes freshly prepared dishes, show cooking, a buffet, and a gastronomic focus, while the restaurant is connected to a panoramic terrace. Panorama Lobby Bar is open from 12:00 to 00:00 and offers specialty coffee, energy drinks, tapas, desserts, healthy smoothies, wines, and a large selection of spirits; the bar overlooks the outdoor pool and the mountains, and the setting with a fireplace is suitable both for relaxation and remote work. Rustic Lounge Bar is open from 10:30 to 24:00 and stands out for its cozy interior, fireplace, and games for all ages. In summer, the Pool Bar is also available with drinks included in the All Inclusive package.

A key part of the stay here is the large SPA center on two levels with an area of over 1000 m². Inside there is a heated aquatonic pool with water temperature of 36°C, 82 hydro-massage jets, a jacuzzi, natural daylight, as well as a spa area with a Finnish sauna, aroma steam bath, private hammam for two, massage rooms, and facial and body treatments. There is also a separate adult SPA zone 16+ with an herbal sauna, a salt sauna with Himalayan salt, a steam bath, a laconium, and a relaxation area by the fireplace. Outside, there is a heated pool with a temperature of 34°C, a jacuzzi at 36°C, and sun terraces. Guests also have access to a gym of 120 m² with Active Gym equipment, personal programs, and trainer-led sessions at an additional charge. In the surrounding area, guests can enjoy hiking, cycling routes, horseback riding, ATV rides, walks, mountain yoga, wine tastings, and in winter — skiing, snowboarding, and sledding. The spa is open from 09:00 to 21:00, the outdoor pool usually from 10:00 to 18:00, and the gym from 06:00 to 21:00.

For children, ST. IVAN RILSKI offers a Kid’s Club with professional animators and a bright, playful atmosphere. The program includes board games, drawing, modeling, seasonal indoor and outdoor games, themed activities, and a kids’ disco. There is also a playground on site. Most of the children’s entertainment is already included in the stay, while some creative activities such as painting figures or decorating T-shirts may be charged extra. In the restaurant, there are children’s breakfast options and a children’s dish of the day for dinner. It is also important to note the age restrictions in the wellness areas: children under 12 years old may not use the sauna, steam bath, or hammam, guests under 16 years old may not enter the adult SPA zone, and children under 14 years old may not use the gym.

The resort covers around 16,000 m² and offers a private landscaped territory with gardens, relaxation zones, and year-round accommodation infrastructure. On site there are the main hotel building, villas with apartments, a large SPA center, indoor and outdoor heated pools, a jacuzzi, a restaurant, bars, a kids’ club, a playground, indoor parking, a shop, ski rental, conference halls, and free Wi-Fi. Transfers can also be arranged on request, including to and from Sofia Airport. The atmosphere of the complex is designed for peaceful mountain stays and convenient logistics for both winter and off-season travel.

Within approximately 1–2 km of the hotel are some of Bansko’s most popular landmarks: the gondola station and ski area, Holy Trinity Church, the old town, the Neofit Rilski House Museum, Velyanova House, and the Nikola Vaptsarov House Museum. These places are convenient for walks, discovering the history of Bansko, and relaxed outings between spa treatments or after skiing. For guests who like to combine resort comfort with local sightseeing, the location is especially appealing.