Buzludzha peak, 6140 Shipka, Bulgaria
#3 of 8 hotels in Shipka
Guests' ChoiceBased on 183 hotel reviews
9.4Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
7.2
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 9 April 2024
Kalin
United KingdomNeed to improve facilities to be suitable for prams, wheelchairs.
Quite place, nice food, pleasant staff.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 3 January 2024
Petar
Bulgaria1. There's no swimming pool in the SPA zone, which is big minus for that location;
1. Food in the restaurant; 2. The rooms were warm;
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 3 December 2023
Силви
BulgariaWonderful place. Everyone was extremely kind and made us feel at home. We are grateful for the conditions they provided us as we were with a baby. We will be back for sure.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 21 November 2023
Dimitrina
BulgariaThis is a personal preference, of course, but the pillows were too high for us, and the double bed was actually two beds with separate mattresses, which is now always comfortable.
The hotel definitely exceeded our expectations - it's looks brand new, with spacious mountain style common areas, with expensive finishing, good food, very kind staff, decently sized room and quite big bathroom. There is a kids room with some toys and puzzles which our kid liked. I enjoyed excellent affordable massage, but didn't have a chance to check on the SPA zone. Edelweiss is located at a walking distance from the Buzludzha monument, but bear in mind this is quite high in the mountain and you should consider winter conditions.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 8 November 2023
Sarah
United KingdomWe accidentally broke a plate since the tray fell off our daughters high chair with it on. Because of this we were charged an additional 35lev. Seemed a bit excessive given the price of the hotel and that we also bought dinner in the restaurant twice.
Great hotel and location close to Buzludzha Monument. Restaurant served good food in the evening and for breakfast. Rooms large and clean. Nice sauna, steam room and hot tub area. Staff were helpful.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Ilona
BulgariaN/A
Excellent price/quality balance. We stopped for 1 night to visit Buzludzha (must see). Breakfast is very good, lines are nice, rooms are big. Very friendly staff. Thank you!
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 12 October 2023
Richard
United KingdomNothing
It's in a great mountain location set in a forest very close to the Buzludzha Monument. Apparently the communist elite used to stay at the hotel when visiting the monument. Staff were very friendly and helpful and the evening meal and breakfast were excellent.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 8 October 2023
Ileva
BulgariaThe stay can be even better if the kids area is renewed or to be just with more toys.
I liked the restaurant, the staff, the location and the rooms.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 4 September 2023
Darina
United KingdomBeautiful and stylish hotel.Great location on the top of the mountain and leasy accessible by car.The room was big enough with very comfortable bed.Staff was very polite and helpful.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Sterian
RomaniaThis was a nice location and it was a relaxing stay. It was very quiet, in the middle of the forest
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Darina
United KingdomThis is just a recommendation - it would be good to have some traditional Bulgarian options for breakfast such as banitsa or mekitzi.
This was our second visit. The hotel is very well designed and has beautiful wood carvings throughout the building. It is located in a wonderful forest so you are surrounded by trees. The room was very comfortable and clean and its design was matching the overall theme of the hotel, a great shower room too. There are lots of lovely details that the owners have thought of and executed. The staff was extremely professional and attentive. We had a delicious dinner in the restaurant. The wifi is fast and reliable. We would be definitely coming back!
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Ina
BulgariaThe location is fantastic. The hotel is in the middle of a forest. It's peaceful and great for outdoor activities. Everyone in the hotel is extremely polite and professional. It's definitely one of my favorite places. I'm looking forward to going back there.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 17 July 2023
Stanislava
BulgariaThe spa centre was missing a dispenser for water and in my opinion it was not very clean, I did not even tried the jacuzzi for this reason.
The location is great, all landscape, the garden, the building and the room are beautiful, it is clean in the rooms, the beds are comfortable and you can park in front of the building. The cook is very good. The hosts are very polite.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 9 July 2023
Camilla
United KingdomFood
Staff, atmosphere, views, location
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 4 July 2023
Livianic
RomaniaThe design of the shower is a bit faulty as it allows water to be splashed on the bathroom floor. Late check out option unavailable.
The hotel is located in a superb area, in the middle of the forest. We will go with the kids next time! The staff and the waitress are so so kind an nice. The bed are very comfy, the silence is so satisfying, you wake up with birds singings and nothing else. There are a lot of hiking/trekking trips to take, but also near by attractions reachable by car. The food was very nice and the atmosphere is fairy like.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 July 2023
Dmitrii
BulgariaPerfect location, accommodating personnel, they offered a free short excursion to the gallery of history of Buzludzha monument, this gallery is inside the complex
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 13 June 2023
Zhengchun
ChinaIt is a bit remote from the town, however, it is very neaby the monument. It is a must to see when you stay in this hotel.
We like the hotel very much. It feels like we are living in the forest and it is so peaceful. The hotel is very well decorated, small but elegant. And the price is so resonable. Not to mention the simple breakfast is so delicious. We like the milk and sausage. We'd love to come back if possible.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 5 June 2023
Valentin
BulgariaSlippers were provided by request and I expected to have them provided in the room.
Nice rooms, good service, and comfortable facilities. The hotel is high in the mountain, and you can breathe the clean air and enjoy the forest.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: 2 June 2023
Ivelina
BulgariaThe mini bar in the room wasn't stocked.
The hotel had big renovation and all the amenities correspond to the price. The breakfast was great and restaurant had a very good menu and a winery.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 29 May 2023
Roxana
RomaniaThere is no elevator, you have to carry your luggage down and up the stairs. Conditions at the spa area could be improved.
The hotel is located right in the woods, in a beautiful natural environment. The rooms are pretty basic, but comfortable. We had enjoyed dinner, also. And breakfast is decent.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 25 May 2023
Miloslav
MonacoThe only downside is the road to the hotel as we took the one coming form the Gabrovo. If you come from Kazanlak, everything is absolutely fine.
Lovely and helpful personnel. Beautiful nature.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 25 May 2023
Elise
Bulgariathe location is exceptional and it is a beautiful hotel. The food was very good and decently priced. The restaurant gives an amazing view of the surrounding forest.
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Emil
BulgariaLocation and calmness of the forest
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: 14 May 2023
Blaga
Bulgariathe small spa
the surronding nature, air quality and the jacuzzi
Stayed in April 2023
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