Hi everyone,going to the samokov on the 29th. Has anybody stayed there recently?
While we are on the subject of kettles etc at the rila ... what room facilities has the Samokov got
beds/curtains old carpet bathroom but watchout the bath doesnt move, linen blankets tv table cupboard lights thats about it!!! no kettle, no hairdryer, no minibar or fridge, (not during the ski season anyway )
Hotel facilities include t tennis/pool game machines one arm bandits, pool sauna tenpin bowling shooting range, internet cafe, fax etc etc etc, great relaxing lobby bar but the staff can be a tad miserable at times, ice cream and cake stall man making crepes aof all description, ...
beds/curtains old carpet bathroom but watchout the bath doesnt move, linen blankets tv table cupboard lights thats about it!!! no kettle, no hairdryer, no minibar or fridge, (not during the ski season anyway )
Hotel facilities include t tennis/pool game machines one arm bandits, pool sauna tenpin bowling shooting range, internet cafe, fax etc etc etc, great relaxing lobby bar but the staff can be a tad miserable at times, ice cream and cake stall man making crepes aof all description, cash desk couple of restaurants, shops ........ I think its the best hotel in boro, and as its owned by the govt theres no pushy sales patter
hey cathy, dont worry about ian , its his time of the month
the room are basic in the samokov , but they do supply towels, you get a small TV if i remember correctly toilet paper is supplied , but if you prefur your smoth double velvet take it as the bulgarian loo roll is not as luxurious.no kettle, no iron ,
however the food is ok and the main bar is very nice with big comfy chairs , and there is a very nice coffee area too.
have fun , Kel
The only trouble ellie is that the queue gets longer at about 4-430 and we were waiting for ages this year!!!! got to get there early! (have you tried the white chocolate? )
Hello there
We returned to uk on 15th Jan having stayed in the Samokov the only thing i can say is that the hotel its self is good the rooms are clean and warm ,there are no tea or coffee making facilities in the rooms and the "sattelite tv" is actually cable and you will be lucky to find any english speaking programmes on it .
The best piece of advice i can give is be very warey of the food . Breakfast is ok but usually needs warming up in the microwave and the evening meal... well its ...
Hello there
We returned to uk on 15th Jan having stayed in the Samokov the only thing i can say is that the hotel its self is good the rooms are clean and warm ,there are no tea or coffee making facilities in the rooms and the "sattelite tv" is actually cable and you will be lucky to find any english speaking programmes on it .
The best piece of advice i can give is be very warey of the food . Breakfast is ok but usually needs warming up in the microwave and the evening meal... well its best not to mention that take my advice and eat out we did .
Try the borosport bar and francos pizza the food is first class there and the sunski bar opposite the hotel is very friendly and the ideal place if you want a quiet drink .
The skiing on the other hand is excellent and i would advise you to take the new 4 man chair lift and ski down the blue run that starts at the top and winds its way down through a forest it is unbelievable .
have a good time .