Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Borovets Ski Resort - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
Sitnyakovo Express - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Tsarska Bistritsa - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Gondola Lift - 36 min drive - 8.1 km
Getting around
Sofia Airport (SOF) - 81 min drive
Plovdiv (PDV-Plodiv Intl.) - 133 min drive
Kostenets Station - 45 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Hotel RILA Lobby Bar - 5 min walk
The Terrace Lounge - 5 min walk
Bistro Central - 2 min walk
Victoria - 5 min walk
BJ's Bar - 2 min walk
About this property
Hotel Ela
Hotel Ela allows you more time for skiing with ski-in/ski-out access. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the restaurant. Other highlights include a free kid's club, a bar/lounge, and a fitness center. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage.
Languages
Bulgarian, English, German, Russian
At a glance
Hotel size
76 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Free children's club
Pets
Pets stay free
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills
Private dining
Room service
Traveling with children
Free children's club
Playground
What to do
Pool table
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Ski storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Fitness center
Sauna
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Ski
Ski-in/ski-out access
Ski storage
Downhill skiing nearby
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium TV channels
Home comfort
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Policies
This property accepts credit cards.
Also known as
Hotel Ela Samokov
Ela Samokov
Hotel Ela Hotel
Hotel Ela Samokov
Hotel Ela Hotel Samokov
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Ela offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Ela does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Ela?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Ela?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Ela?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Ela?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hotel Ela and nearby?
Have fun with nearby winter activities like cross-country skiing. Enjoy amenities like a sauna, a fitness center, and a picnic area. Hotel Ela also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Ela?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel Ela like?
Hotel Ela is a short 1-minute walk from Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and 4 minutes' walk from Borovets Ski Resort.
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
7.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2019
Perfect location, would return again
Great location, perfect for skiing
Verified traveler
4-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 15, 2018
Nice hotel very close to the gondola
Well located for the gondola slopes about 200m from the bulk of the lower level chair lifts. Breakfast pretty extensive although the dinner menu was such that we chose to eat out. It is very accessible to some excellent Bulgarian restaurants, the Green King, Hunters and the Alpin would get my recommendation but of course it depends what you are looking for. Ski equipment can be hired from the shop on the ground floor and there is a 20% discount if you are staying at the hotel Ella, I didn't know that when I booked. The steam room and sauna are good and run from 4-6pm and there is a really extensive gym which I never saw anyone use. Transport to and from Sofia can be organised through the hotel very easily
Mark
Mark, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Feb 13, 2018
Great location near ski slopes and Gondola
First room offered wasn’t to our spec request and smelt of cigs so they happily gave us alternative which was good.
Very warm and felt secure
Hotel Ela has authentic feel to it and not overrun by hoards of package holiday skiers.
It’s basic but very conveniently location with ski storage area and breakfast was fine.
David
David, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Jan 22, 2018
Hotel was ok, in need of some TLC
Hotel had no booking when we arrived, phone calls later it was sorted out.