Bansko Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Bansko, Blagoevgrad Province

You’re likely already making plans to see the places with historical relevance during your holiday in Bansko. While you’re here, you might want to visit the ski slopes and relaxing spas. You can also take some time enjoying the mountain landscape during your holiday.

Based on our travel expertise, Campanella Boutique Hotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features a full-service spa and free breakfast.

Bansko is home to 302 lodging options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

Bansko is notable for landmarks like Velyanov’s House, House Museum of Nikola Vaptsarov and House Museum of Neofit Rilski. Cultural venues include Paisii Hilendarski Historical Center, Museum of Otets Paisii Hilendarski and Shiligarnik - Highland. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Holy Trinity Church and Vihren.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can stay someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A castle, stately home, palace or even a pub, lodge, old police station or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel provided that it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are often found in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Bansko, giving a historical feel.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it influenced the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, though efforts have been made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the popular amenities found in most hotels will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Bansko, don’t worry that you’ll find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable for guests or simply rundown.