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Festa Winter Palace

5.0 star property
Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 2 restaurants

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Front of property
Balcony
Exterior
Junior Suite, 1 Double or 2 Single beds | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Restaurant
Reviews
8.0

Very good

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Spa
  • Parking availableParking availableParking available
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar

Explore the area

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Borovets, Samokov, 2010
  • Popular LocationYanakiev Ski and Snowboard School2 min drive
  • Popular LocationSitnyakovo Express5 min drive
  • Popular LocationBorovets Ski Resort5 min drive
  • AirportSofia (SOF)77 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | TV, pay movies

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

10/10 Exceptional
  • 538 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 Double or 2 Single beds | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Junior Suite, 1 Double or 2 Single beds

8/10 Very Good
  • 431 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Double or Twin room

8.5/10 Very Good
  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Borovets

In Samokov .You'll find Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and Borovets Ski Resort within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. Sitnyakovo Express and Tsarska Bistritsa are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School - 2 min drive
  • Sitnyakovo Express - 5 min drive
  • Borovets Ski Resort - 5 min drive
  • Tsarska Bistritsa - 7 min drive
  • Gondola Lift - 35 min drive

Getting around

  • Kostenets Station - 30 min drive
  • Sofia Airport (SOF) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • Malina Bar&Grill /Бистро "Малина - 5 min drive
  • Venice Steak house & Pizza - 5 min drive
  • Victoria - 5 min drive
  • Happy Duck - 3 min drive
  • Restaurant & Pub Alpin - 5 min drive

About this property

Festa Winter Palace

Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 2 restaurants
Festa Winter Palace offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and a steam room. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/café. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. A nightclub, a fitness center, and spa services are also featured at the luxury Festa Winter Palace. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Samokov hotel is smoke free.

  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Nightclub
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Festa Winter Palace offers 66 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Rooms open to balconies. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include irons/ironing boards.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include facials and body treatments. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

Languages

Bulgarian, English, Russian

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Free children's club
  • Free crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Separate bedroom
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: High-speed internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Self parking on site (EUR 6 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 6 per night)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A coffee shop/cafe

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Indoor pool
  • Nightclub
  • Playground
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Outdoor space

  • Balcony

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 6 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one way)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 6 per night
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 6 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • One child 6 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Festa Winter Palace Hotel Samokov
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Festa Winter Palace to the airport?

Festa Winter Palace is 59.2 mi (78-min drive) away from the Sofia Airport (SOF) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Festa Winter Palace?

As of May 22, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Festa Winter Palace on Jun 1, 2024 start from $168.81, excluding 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.

Does Festa Winter Palace have an airport shuttle?

Festa Winter Palace offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 60 per vehicle, one way.

Does Festa Winter Palace offer free breakfast?

Festa Winter Palace does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Festa Winter Palace?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Festa Winter Palace?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Festa Winter Palace?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 6 per night, and valet parking for EUR 6 per night.

Does Festa Winter Palace have a pool?

Festa Winter Palace features an indoor pool.

Does Festa Winter Palace have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Festa Winter Palace have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features body treatments, massages, and facials.

How close is Festa Winter Palace to downtown Samokov?

Festa Winter Palace is 0.6 mi away from Borovets.

Festa Winter Palace Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 18 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 49 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel is dated throughout. The staff were
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was great. I definitely recommend this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stanimir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Classy holiday in a real palace.
We had a great winter vacation in this classy hotel. The personnel was kind and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Mihai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing hotel! Great location and such a good stuff! Definitely will come back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ivan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great hotel with nice location and amazing stuff! Food was good. Honestly we had a great time here! Definitely will come back again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet, well maintaiined.The staff was very friendly.My recommendation is to pay more attention on meals in the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Petko, Sofia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Had an amazing stay at this hotel. Been provided a free room upgrade. The staff are so kind. I like the size of the rooms - they're all big with large bathroom and comfy beds. Ordered a room service which was great too.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

ron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020