Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 45 minutes ago
Thinking about a cheap ski holiday in Borovets, Bulgaria? In this video, we go inside the iconic Hotel Samokov for a full 2026 walkthrough tour.
Located just meters from the Borovets Gondola and the main nursery slopes, Hotel Samokov is the go-to choice for families and groups looking for an affordable ski trip. While it might be more 'dated' than the neighboring Hotel Rila, its location and price point are hard to beat!
What’s Inside this Borovets Guide:
The Location: Just 2 minutes from the slopes and Gondola station.
Amenities: Exploring the massive swimming pool, spa, bowling alley, and even a shooting range!
Ski Conveniences: A look at the ski hire, boot rooms, and lockers.
Budget Tips: Why Borovets is the perfect alternative to expensive French ski resorts.
Food & Drink: A tour of the bars, the 'Cake Station', and the main dining hall.
Whether you're a beginner heading to the nursery slopes or an intermediate skier taking the 4-man gondola to the red runs, see why the Samokov Hotel is a solid base for your Bulgaria ski season.
0:00 Is Borovets Good for Skiing?
0:40 Arriving at Hotel Samokov Bulgaria
1:07 First Impressions: Budget vs. Luxury
1:30 Main Lobby, Reception & Bar Tour
3:00 The Famous Samokov Cake Station
3:40 Spa Entrance & Wellness Facilities
3:54 Indoor Shooting Range (Unique Feature!)
4:30 Bowling Alley & Arcade Games
5:07 Huge Indoor Swimming Pool Walkthrough
6:00 Pool Tables, Table Tennis & Gym
8:30 Samokov Spa Menu & Prices
9:28 Main Restaurant & Dining Area
10:00 Ski Hire & Boot Room Facilities
11:20 Private Storage & Resort Exit
11:56 Final Review: Would I stay here again?
#HotelSamokov #BorovetsBulgaria #SkiBulgaria
Thinking about a cheap ski holiday in Borovets, Bulgaria? In this video, we go inside the iconic Hotel Samokov for a full 2026 walkthrough tour.
Located just meters from the Borovets Gondola and the main nursery slopes, Hotel Samokov is the go-to choice for families and groups looking for an affordable ski trip. While it might be more 'dated' than the neighboring Hotel Rila, its location and price point are hard to beat!
What’s Inside this Borovets Guide:
The Location: Just 2 minutes from the slopes and Gondola station.
Amenities: Exploring the massive swimming pool, spa, bowling alley, and even a shooting range!
Ski Conveniences: A look at the ski hire, boot rooms, and lockers.
Budget Tips: Why Borovets is the perfect alternative to expensive French ski resorts.
Food & Drink: A tour of the bars, the 'Cake Station', and the main dining hall.
Whether you're a beginner heading to the nursery slopes or an intermediate skier taking the 4-man gondola to the red runs, see why the Samokov Hotel is a solid base for your Bulgaria ski season.
0:00 Is Borovets Good for Skiing?
0:40 Arriving at Hotel Samokov Bulgaria
1:07 First Impressions: Budget vs. Luxury
1:30 Main Lobby, Reception & Bar Tour
3:00 The Famous Samokov Cake Station
3:40 Spa Entrance & Wellness Facilities
3:54 Indoor Shooting Range (Unique Feature!)
4:30 Bowling Alley & Arcade Games
5:07 Huge Indoor Swimming Pool Walkthrough
6:00 Pool Tables, Table Tennis & Gym
8:30 Samokov Spa Menu & Prices
9:28 Main Restaurant & Dining Area
10:00 Ski Hire & Boot Room Facilities
11:20 Private Storage & Resort Exit
11:56 Final Review: Would I stay here again?
#HotelSamokov #BorovetsBulgaria #SkiBulgaria
