thanks samokov was full of young kids doing a gymnastic competition this year, and the ques for the restaurant were hellish,although the hotel was good reception staff were abit stand offish.
stayed at iglika 8th march, family room was huge, warm and the food was better than expected, have booked again for the same time next year, i am just fed up with all the boring moaners on trip adviser what do expect for £300 half board, get a grip, any way if you want any more info just ask mate.
go for iglika palace. i know its not quite a palce but its got more going for it than the samokov...book the superior rooms though for a few extra quid..well worth it. i stayed in the hotel ela this year and its a lovely little hotel..and only 2 mins from gondola..booked online with inghams for £240.. but after staying there i wouldnt have been disappointed if id had paid more.