[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Ela Travelers find a peaceful retreat at Hotel Ela where they can challenge friends to billiards or simply enjoy the quiet natural surroundings ![Couples dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20130000/20122100/20122061/44c34791.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20130000/20122100/20122061/11149af2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20130000/20122100/20122061/bb9ae4f5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20130000/20122100/20122061/218947df.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Standard Twin Room, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20130000/20122100/20122061/df46ae05.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Guests relax in Hotel Ela's tranquil garden or bring children to the playground. The property offers massage services alongside sauna and steam room facilities. In-room WiFi comes at no extra charge, while dry cleaning services and a nearby bar add convenience. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Pet-friendly - Gym - Laundry - 24/7 front desk ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 3 - Oct. 4](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=20122061&PinnedHotelID=20122061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-04&selected=20122061&PinnedHotelID=20122061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 4 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=20122061&PinnedHotelID=20122061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-04&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=20122061&PinnedHotelID=20122061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 3 - Oct. 5](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=20122061&PinnedHotelID=20122061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-03&endDate=2025-10-05&selected=20122061&PinnedHotelID=20122061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=20122061&PinnedHotelID=20122061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=20122061&PinnedHotelID=20122061&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Twin Room, Mountain View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20130000/20122100/20122061/df46ae05.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Twin Room, Mountain View ### Highlights Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Iron/ironing board Daily housekeeping - 258 sq ft - Mountain view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSamokov-Hotels-Hotel-Ela.h20122061.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FSamokov-Hotels-Hotel-Ela.h20122061.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Samokov is home to Hotel Ela. Tsarska Bistritsa and Trajn Fortress are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and Borovets Ski Resort. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including cross-country skiing. [Visit our Borovets travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Borovets.dx602265) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.26751%2C23.60404&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=Ypjldgjvhn-CMMrYURu5aVMomEk=) Borovets Resort 2010, Samokov, 2626 ### What's nearby - Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Borovets Ski Resort - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Sitnyakovo Express - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Tsarska Bistritsa - 18 min walk - 1.6 km - Seven Rila Lakes - 48 min drive - 30.9 km ### Getting around - Kostenets Station - 45 min drive - Sofia Airport (SOF) - 81 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Terrace Lounge - ‬5 min walk - ‪Mamacita's - ‬4 min walk - ‪Snack Bar Joy - ‬2 min walk - ‪la cantina - ‬5 min walk - ‪Restaurant KATINA - ‬5 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Ela Property highlights A terrace, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at Hotel Ela. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access and ski storage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. Additional perks include: - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), an elevator, and 1 meeting room - Smoke-free premises, barbecue grills, and a banquet hall Room features All 76 rooms have comforts such as free WiFi and room service. Extra amenities include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with premium channels - Daily housekeeping and phones ## Similar properties ![Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13280000/13274800/13274721/81bd77be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rila Hotel Samokov - Pool - Parking included - Restaurant - Gym [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=13274721&PinnedHotelID=13274721&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - A bar/lounge - A restaurant - Couples/private dining ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Free children's club - Gym - Playground - Sauna - Ski storage - Ski-in/ski-out access ### Family friendly - Free children's club - Laundry facilities - Playground ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) ### Business services - Business center - Meeting room ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Picnic area - Terrace ### Spa - Massage - Sauna - Steam room ### Accessibility - Elevator ### More - Banquet hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with premium channels ### Food and drink - Room service ### More - Iron/ironing board - Phone ## Policies ### Check-in 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 Check-out before noon ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### 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 ### Property is also known as Hotel Ela Samokov Ela Samokov Hotel Ela Hotel Hotel Ela Samokov Hotel Ela Hotel Samokov ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hotel Ela pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hotel Ela? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Ela? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Ela? > Check-out is at noon. ### Does Hotel Ela provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle. ### Where is Hotel Ela located? > Set amidst the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out hotel in Samokov is within a 5-minute walk of Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and Borovets Ski Resort and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing. Sitnyakovo Express and Tsarska Bistritsa are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Ela Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.4/10 Cleanliness ### 7.2/10 Staff & service ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller Feb 11, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Perfect location, would return again Great location, perfect for skiing ##### Verified traveller Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Lars Jan 28, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Gerne wieder Sehr gute Lage und schoene Umgebung ##### Lars Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019 ### 8/10 Good #### Mark, Salisbury Feb 15, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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 Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2018 ### 8/10 Good #### David, North East Scotland Feb 13, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### 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 Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018 ### 6/10 Okay #### Mrs Caroline Cole Jan 22, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort #### Hotel was ok, in need of some TLC Hotel had no booking when we arrived, phone calls later it was sorted out. ##### Mrs Caroline Cole Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels near Madison Square Garden](https://www.expedia.ca/Madison-Square-Garden-Hotels.0-l6291778-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Paradise Inn & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Grande-Prairie-Hotels-Paradise-Inn-Conference-Centre.h52964.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Grand Bend](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Bend-Hotels.d181878.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [4 Star Hotels in Rome City Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/4Star-Rome-City-Centre-Rome-Hotels.s40-n553248633938945217-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels.d178315.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Douglas Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Douglas-Guest-House.h6603987.Hotel-Information) > > [Park Inn by Radisson North Edsa](https://www.expedia.ca/Manila-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-North-Edsa.h36795539.Hotel-Information) > > [Desire Riviera Maya Resort, Couples Only - Adults Only All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Desire-Riviera-Maya-Resort-All-Inclusive-Couples-Only.h920528.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott Vacation Club, South Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Miami-Hotels-Marriott-Vacation-Club-Pulse.h4141245.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Waterfront](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Fairmont-Waterfront.h15293.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Tokyo](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels.d179900.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Flights from Pearson Intl. to ROM-All Airports](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/rom/toronto-to-rome) > > [Flights from Seattle (SEA) to Delhi (DEL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sea/del/seattle-to-delhi) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Turin (TRN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/trn/toronto-to-turin) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Newark (EWR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/ewr/toronto-to-newark-liberty-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Goffs (YHZ) to Cancun (CUN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yhz/cun/halifax-to-cancun) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Zhengzhou (CGO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/cgo/calgary-to-zhengzhou) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Latham (ALB)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/alb/calgary-to-albany) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yeg/vancouver-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Vadodara (BDQ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/bdq/delhi-to-vadodara) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/mco/toronto-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Kamloops (YKA) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yka/yeg/kamloops-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Kelowna (YLW) to Saskatchewan (YYN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ylw/yyn/kelowna-to-swift-current) > > [Flights from Accra (ACC) to Abidjan (ABJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/acc/abj/accra-to-abidjan) > > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Frankfurt (FRA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/fra/edmonton-to-frankfurt) > > [Flights from Cartagena (CTG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ctg/yyz/cartagena-to-toronto) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Lamezia Terme](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Lamezia-Terme.d6056441.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Tropic of Cancer Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Tropic-Of-Cancer-Beach-Williams-Town.d6264038.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Mexico City Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexico-City.d178285.Destination-Travel-Guides)