Lion Bansko Hotel

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Lion Bansko Hotel
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Overview

The 4-star Lion Bansko Hotel, situated merely a 7-minute walk from Gondola Lift, entices guests with a hammam, a terrace, and billiards. Located in the charming part of Bansko, this smoke-free hotel is only a short drive from Snow Peaks Sports Complex, which is advised to visit if you love sports.

Location

The property boasts a convenient location in the centre of Bansko, merely a 9-minute walk from Ice Rink. Flash club is in close proximity to the Lion Bansko, and Sofia airport is 165 km away. Visit Krinets, a 5-minute ride from the accommodation, and feel complete harmony with the nature of Bulgaria. Cultural experiences in the area feature Velyanova house, situated relatively near Lion Bansko Hotel.

Guests will find Gondola Ski Lift cable car station just a 5-minute walk from this Bansko property.

Rooms

There are 129 elegant rooms at the accommodation, some of them have a stone fireplace, and modern facilities such as high-speed internet and a TV set. They are furnished with elegant decor. For more comfort, bathrobes, along with a spa bath and a sauna, are provided. Enjoy views of the mountain, while staying at this Bansko hotel.

Eat & Drink

Guests can have breakfast in the restaurant. There is also a traditional night bar with a billiards table and a TV. Mind the Step at Dream serves Indian cuisine and is located a short way from the hotel.

Leisure & Business

The property provides a gym and a sauna for an additional fee. Guests can make different arrangements at the Lion, including snow skiing, hiking, and volleyball or rent cars to explore Bansko. Keeping fit at the accommodation is convenient thanks to a fitness centre that offers fitness classes. Also, a hammam spa and a wellness area will be a perfect addition to your stay.

Licence number: Б3-ВАР-73Ю-Б1

Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-23:59
until 12:00
Amenities
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
At the hotel Lion Bansko guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of floors:5
Number of rooms:129
Former name
Hotel Lion Bansko
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Facilities

Main facilities

Internet

Free internet access

Parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services

24-hour reception

Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Restaurant

Shuttle

Shuttle service

Fitness/ Gym

Fitness centre

Swimming pool

Indoor swimming pool

Sports & Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Services

  • Shuttle service
  • Room service

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/ Lounge area

Spa & Leisure

  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Turkish bath
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • In-room safe
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Essential information about Lion Bansko Hotel

💵 Lowest room price 8697 INR
📏 Distance to centre 1.5 km
🗺️ Location rating 8.8
✈️ Distance to airport 162.5 km
🧳 Nearest airport Sofia, SOF

Location

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George Nastev Str., Bansko, Bulgaria, 2770
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George Nastev Str., Bansko, Bulgaria, 2770
  • City landmarks
  • Nearby
  • Restaurants
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Gondola Lift
540 m
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540 m
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Reviews of Lion Bansko Hotel

8.1 /10
Great
371 reviews
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Spacious rooms, excellent spa facilities, and convenient shuttle service to the gondola enhance the Bansko experience.

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Guests rate the Location 8/10

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Rooms and cleanliness7
Here's what guests said:
“Spacious rooms with functional decor and clean bathrooms, though occasional noise issues reported.”
Location8
Here's what guests said:
“Located a 10-minute walk from the gondola with regular shuttle service enhancing access to slopes.”
Dining7
Here's what guests said:
“Breakfast offers varied hot dishes; half-board includes authentic local cuisine with fresh options.”
Price and service6
Here's what guests said:
“Value includes complimentary local wine at dinner; staff assists effectively but Wi-Fi issues noted.”
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  • D
    Desmond
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 31 Jan
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location8.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service6.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    comfortable room
    convenient location
    lovely breakfast buffet

    Can't recommend highly enough for a walk in evening

    Comfortable room, convenient location, with a lovely breakfast buffet that included hot items and a coffee shop for a quick pick-me-up before hitting the slopes.

    Absolutely satisfied.

    Double Or Twin Room
  • Wrote a review on 30 Jan
    Very good
    7.8

    Very clean and warm rooms, good breakfast

    It is difficult to park your car near the hotel, spa and pool services are not in the price, you have to pay extra for pool, slives, bathrobe, sauna. In check out you must pay in leva or credit, not in euro.

  • F
    Fiona
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 30 Jan
    Very good
    7.2

    The hotel is pleasant, has efficient staff at all times. The rooms are a nice size on the upper floors. The location of the venue in Bansko is good, not far from all the attraction in the are, Very close to all the shop and gondola and bars and restaurants. Plus, it is set 2 km from Bansko Municipality.

    Their breakfast is poor, can be way much better.

  • A
    Alexander
    United Kingdom
    left 16 reviews
    Wrote a review on 10 Dec
    Needs improvement
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms6.0
    Service5.0
    Dining5.0
    5.0
    convenient location
    cold room
    slow check-in

    The location was convenient, close to the city center.

    The cold temperatures in the room made it uncomfortable, and the reception staff struggled to communicate. The slow check-in process left me waiting longer than expected after a long journey, and despite staying for one night, I still found the spa facilities inadequate and often overcrowded.

    Double Or Twin Room
  • Wrote a review on 09 Dec
    Perfect
    9.2

    I liked the spacious rooms, the cleanliness of the hotel and the free wi - fi!!

    I did not like the fact that I had to pay for some extra services which in other hotels are free , such as the use of the swimming pool.

  • Wrote a review on 09 Dec
    Great
    8.4

    Great service, good spa center, good breakfast, friendly staff. I was compensated for the mansard room with late checkout.

    The first night stayed in an mansard room, which was smaller, with smaller bathroom, no hair dryer in the bathroom and the price was the same as normal room. The cleaning staff got into the room with the Do Not Disturb sign on the door.

  • S
    Scarlett
    United Kingdom
    left 6 reviews
    Wrote a review on 25 Apr
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms8.0
    Service8.0
    Dining7.0
    8.0
    inviting atmosphere
    spacious common areas
    good spa facilities
    wi-fi issues
    cold water availability

    The Lion Bansko Hotel had a warm and inviting atmosphere, with spacious and well-decorated common areas. The spa facilities were particularly good after a day of skiing.

    Improved Wi-Fi would greatly enhance the experience.

    Double Or Twin Room
  • Wrote a review on 23 Apr
    Very good
    7.4

    very clean room, warm enough, bus for gondola

    you pay extra for everything and they don't take euro.

  • Wrote a review on 22 Apr
    Great
    8.0

    The location of the hotel is great, it is near the ski lift. The staff is friendly and willing to help.

    Bathrobes are charging 10 eur in a hotel with 4 stars!

  • S
    Samantha
    United Kingdom
    left 1 review
    Wrote a review on 25 Mar
    Nice
    6.0

    The room's noise from slamming doors and raucous guests in the hallway can be a real disruption on late nights. The inconsistent hot water supply during peak times left me scrambling after a long day of skiing, and the food often lacked the freshness and variety expected. The gym facilities were not up to par, with several broken machines that hindered workouts, and the shuttle service occasionally ran late, frustrating when waiting to hit the slopes.

  • Wrote a review on 24 Mar
    Great
    8.8

    Front lobby was great for chilling Apres Ski

    Staff were not able to handle issues with making payment, when their card system was down, they demanded cash payment!

  • B
    Billy
    United Kingdom
    Wrote a review on 24 Mar
    Very good
    7.0

    Great food, amicable and efficient staff at all times.

  • I
    Isabella
    United Kingdom
    left 2 reviews
    Wrote a review on 22 Mar
    Great
    Recommends the hotel
    Location9.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service6.0
    Dining6.0
    8.0
    spacious room
    cleanliness
    variety
    dinner quality
    slow service

    a. Spacious room, clean bathrooms, variety in breakfast choices

    a. Inconsistent dinner quality, slow bar service, noisy walls

    Double Or Twin Room
  • Wrote a review on 21 Mar
    Perfect
    9.6

    large rooms, cheap, close to gondola

    staff hardly helps you if you ask about Bansko. Pool was cold!

  • S
    Samuel
    United Kingdom
    left 17 reviews
    Wrote a review on 16 Mar
    Nice
    Doesn't recommend the hotel
    Location7.0
    Rooms7.0
    Service6.0
    Dining5.0
    6.0
    good location
    spa facilities
    room key issues

    I found the Lion Hotel to be well-located, about a 10-minute walk from the gondola, although not ideal for walking in ski boots. The shuttle service to and from the gondola runs regularly, made skiing convenient. The swimming pool and spa facilities were a nice touch. The breakfast buffet offered a good variety but leaned heavily towards meat options. A few more healthy choices like yogurt or fruit would be appreciated. The evening meals fell short, with limited options and some dishes served cold. My room was decent, clean, and spacious, although I did deal with a consistently malfunctioning key card that was quite frustrating. The experience had its ups and downs, but the amenities and helpful shuttle service were great.

    Double Or Twin Room

FAQ about Lion Bansko Hotel

Which attractions can we visit during our stay at the Lion Bansko Hotel?
Staying at the Lion Bansko Hotel, guests can visit House Museum of Neofit Rilski (1.3 km from the property), Ice Rink (merely 9 minutes' stroll from it) and Bansko Ski Mania (550 meters away), among others.
Which landmarks are closest to Lion Bansko Hotel hotel?
Guests of Lion Bansko Hotel hotel can visit Flash club (just a short drive from the accommodation), or Gondola Lift placed 7 minutes' walk away.
Is there free parking in the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers guests to park their cars at parking spaces for free.
What are the recommended dining options during the stay at the hotel?
Guests of the hotel can dine just outside the property in a highly rated-9/10 according to reviews-bar The Lions Pub offering European cuisine.
Can I eat breakfast at the 4-star Lion Bansko Hotel hotel?
Yes, guests can enjoy breakfast, served daily in the restaurant of the 4-star Lion Bansko Hotel hotel.
What is check-in and check-out time at the Lion Bansko Hotel hotel?
Guests of the Lion Bansko Hotel hotel can check in from 14:00 to 23:59 and check out from 12:00.
What are the booking prices at Lion Bansko Hotel?
The prices at Lion Bansko Hotel start from $91.
What room types does the hotel comprise?
The hotel offers such room types as Economy Ground Floor Twin Room, Deluxe Apartment, and Queen Studio.
Which facilities are offered in the rooms of the 4-star Lion Bansko Hotel?
Most rooms of the 4-star Lion Bansko Hotel include a balcony and a terrace as well as wireless internet.
Does the 4-star Lion Bansko Hotel feature any spa facilities?
Pampering amenities in the 4-star Lion Bansko Hotel include steam baths, a traditional Hammam, and a hot tub.
Do you have a pool at the 4-star Lion Bansko Hotel hotel?
Yes, the 4-star Lion Bansko Hotel hotel features an indoor swimming pool.
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