Book Rila hotels

Okay, let's be frank, the accommodation situation in Rila itself isn't exactly going to overwhelm you with options. However, lastminute.co.nz has 3 options within 16 kilometres of central Rila.

Keen on a hotel near Rila? Check out the Hotel Centaur, in neighbouring Bulgaria. Another choice is the Hotel Alpha, situated in Bulgaria, 17 kilometres from the middle of Rila.

Located 18 kilometres away from the centre of Rila is the Hotel Complex Rila. There also is the All Seasons Mountain Vistas, which is 25 kilometres away.

Bansko is located 40 kilometres to the southeast of Rila. While here, take the time to experience the Bansko Ski Resort. Bansko hotels and apartments include the Regnum Bansko Hotel & Spa and Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena. You can also visit Velingrad, where you'll find the Velingrad Museum of History. Velingrad is located 65 kilometres to the east of Rila. Room options in Velingrad include the Velingrad La Casa and Spa Club Bor.

If you are into sports and want to watch local games, you might decide to visit Vasil Levski Stadium, which is 60 kilometres to the north of Rila. Like to stay near the action? The Sense Hotel Sofia and the Hotel Triada could both be ideal.

Sofia Airport is 65 kilometres away from downtown Rila. Should you choose to stay nearby, you can easily secure a night at the Hotel Triada or the Best Western Expo Hotel.