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3-star hotels in Chepelare
A shortlist of the 3-star hotels in Chepelare, from town-centre guesthouses to aparthotels and chalets around Pamporovo. It is for skiers, walkers and families who want a simple base in the Rhodope Mountains, with guest ratings from 4.2 to 4.7 out of 5.
Staying in Chepelare
Chepelare is a small Rhodope town of around 5,000 people with a long skiing tradition, a ski factory and a ski museum, and it works as a gateway to the Wonderful Bridges and the Yagodinska Cave. These 3-star hotels sit in two main places: in Chepelare itself, along streets such as Vasil Levski, Ulitsa Vasil Detchev, 24Th May and Murdzhovska, and out at Pamporovo and its surrounding villages, several kilometres from the town centre. A few addresses lie further out still, in Zaburdo village and at Georgi Dimitrov Str.
The split matters for who each hotel suits. Couples and short-break visitors are best served by the town-centre houses, which put shops, restaurants and the main square within walking distance. Families tend to prefer the larger properties with playgrounds, family rooms and spas, whether in town or at Pamporovo. Business travellers have fewer options, but meeting rooms and 24-hour front desks exist on the Pamporovo side, which also serves skiers who want to be near the slopes.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Rodopi Houses
Vasil Levski 2A, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereRodopi Houses sits 0.4 km from the centre of Chepelare, so guests can walk to the middle of town and still have a garden, a playground and parking on site. Families booking the family rooms appreciate the free Wifi, while pets are allowed and a balcony, safe and smoke detector round out the practical side. With a 4.7 guest rating from 228 reviews, it is a strong pick for travellers who want a small 3-star base close to everything in Chepelare.
See Rodopi HousesHotel Meteor Chepelare
53 Ulitsa Vasil Detchev Chepelare, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereSet directly in the centre of Chepelare, Hotel Meteor Chepelare puts the resort within reach of everything on foot. Its own restaurant, bar and spa with sauna and steam room give guests plenty to do after a day of skiing, and river-side grounds with a patio, garden and playground suit families as well as couples. Family rooms, a fireplace and shuttle service add comfort; 364 reviews average 4.6, which speaks for itself.
See Hotel Meteor ChepelareMonastery 2 Aparthotel
Pamporovo, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereMonastery 2 Aparthotel lies 6.7 km from Chepelare in Pamporovo, where skiing is the main draw and the hotel arranges a shuttle service for guests. Apartments come with a kitchen or kitchenette, refrigerator and microwave, so self-catering families and longer-staying groups can settle in properly. A sauna, restaurant and free parking are on hand, and air conditioning, a fireplace and a garden make it comfortable in any season. Rated 4.6 by 181 guests.
See Monastery 2 AparthotelFamily Hotel Shoky
70, 24Th May Str., Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereFamily Hotel Shoky is 1 km from Chepelare's centre and leans into family holidays: family rooms, a playground, a garden and a picnic area keep children occupied, while the spa, sauna and steam room give adults their own space. There is a restaurant, bar and pool bar on site, and skiers get a shuttle service. Pets are welcome and parking is free. A 4.5 rating across 484 reviews reflects how consistently guests rate it.
See Family Hotel ShokyHotel Hinovi Hvoyna
6 Georgi Dimitrov Str, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Lounge
Why stay hereHotel Hinovi Hvoyna stands 16.4 km from Chepelare in Hvoyna, beside a river and with a garden and terrace that make the most of the setting. Anglers and active guests have fishing and a tennis court on site, and the kitchen and kitchenette in the units suit self-catering stays. A restaurant, lounge and banquet facilities cover meals and gatherings, while skiers can use the shuttle service. Rated 4.5 by 140 guests.
See Hotel Hinovi HvoynaSunny Hills Ski
Pamporovo Resort, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSunny Hills Ski lies 8.4 km from Chepelare in Pamporovo Resort, positioned for winter sports and equipped with a spa, sauna and Jacuzzi for afterwards. Buffet breakfast and a restaurant and bar cover the day, and a garden, terrace and picnic area give families and groups room to spread out. Wheelchair accessible, with parking and free Wifi, it is one of the larger 3-star options here, drawing 703 reviews at an average of 4.4.
See Sunny Hills SkiHotel Kamena Pamporovo
Kk Pamporovo, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereHotel Kamena Pamporovo sits 7.0 km from Chepelare in the Pamporovo resort, close to the slopes and shops, with its own spa, sauna and steam room. Buffet breakfast starts the day and a restaurant, bar and pool bar fill the rest, while the meeting room makes it workable for small business groups too. Lifts, free parking and a 24 hour front desk add convenience. The 4.3 rating comes from 179 reviews.
See Hotel Kamena PamporovoHotel Elina
Pamporovo, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereHotel Elina is 7.8 km from Chepelare in Pamporovo, and its indoor pool and swimming pool, spa, sauna and steam room make it a year-round choice rather than a ski-only one. Guests also get a fitness centre, restaurant and pool bar, and skiing with a shuttle service in winter. Family rooms, a garden and a playground suit those travelling with children. It is the largest reviewed option here, with 347 reviews averaging 4.2.
See Hotel ElinaFamily Hotel Yola
2A Murdzhovska Str, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereFamily Hotel Yola is 0.7 km from Chepelare's centre, close enough to walk into town, and offers family rooms alongside a fitness centre, sauna and massage for guests who want to keep up their routines. There is a restaurant, bar and terrace, and a garden and playground for children. Pets are allowed, parking is free and Wifi is available, making it a straightforward 3-star base for families and small groups exploring the area.
See Family Hotel YolaRodope Nook Guest house
Irlandia Str 1, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereRodope Nook Guest house is 0.9 km from Chepelare's centre and combines guest-house scale with hotel facilities: a spa, sauna and steam room, a fitness centre and massage. Buffet breakfast is served, and a restaurant, bar, lounge and karaoke cover the evenings, with a kitchen and kitchenette adding flexibility. Family rooms, a fireplace, a garden and a playground make it easy for families, and parking is free. Pets are welcome.
See Rodope Nook Guest houseVilla Zaburdo
Zaburdo Village 4872 Zabŭrdo Bulgaria, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereVilla Zaburdo stands in Zaburdo village, 10.5 km from Chepelare, and is built for quiet stays: a garden, terrace and fireplace, plus a spa, sauna and Jacuzzi on site. Family rooms and a kitchen suit guests who prefer to cook for themselves, and free parking makes arriving by car simple. Wifi is available throughout. It is the choice here for travellers who would rather be in a village setting than in town or at the resort.
See Villa ZaburdoGreen Life Family Apartments Pamporovo
Pamporovo, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereGreen Life Family Apartments Pamporovo is 8.6 km from Chepelare in Pamporovo, and the apartments come with a kitchen or kitchenette, so families can eat in when they want to. Skiing and horse riding are both on offer, backed by a spa, sauna and steam room, massage and a playground for children. A restaurant, bar and lounge handle the rest, with pets allowed and parking free.
See Green Life Family Apartments PamporovoEvridika
Pamporovo, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Pool and spa · Business trips
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Gymnasium
Why stay hereEvridika is 6.8 km from Chepelare in Pamporovo and offers a wide spread of leisure facilities, from a gymnasium and Jacuzzi to a sauna, steam bath and massage. Connecting rooms, a conference room and a garage make it practical for groups and families alike. It is wheelchair accessible and has Wifi.
See EvridikaChalets at Pamporovo Village
Forest Nook 1 & 2 Raykovski Livadi, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereChalets at Pamporovo Village is 7.1 km from Chepelare, set on Raykovski Livadi in the Forest Nook area, and offers self-contained chalet accommodation with an outdoor pool, Jacuzzi and spa. Skiing and bicycle hire are available for active guests, and a restaurant, bar, lounge, garden and picnic area provide space to relax between outings. Multilingual staff, free parking and free Wifi are included. Expect charges for some services, as noted in the facilities.
See Chalets at Pamporovo VillageIceberg Apart Hotel & SPA
Iceberg Hotel, Chepelare, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereIceberg Apart Hotel & SPA is 8.2 km from Chepelare, an apartment-style 3-star with a spa and sauna for winding down after days on the slopes or trails. Guests have a 24 hour front desk, luggage storage and laundry service, plus a garden, terrace and picnic area for the warmer months. Parking and Wifi are free, and the self-catering format suits longer stays. Some services carry a surcharge. It is a practical base for couples and small families.
See Iceberg Apart Hotel & SPA
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rodopi Houses | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.4 km |
| Hotel Meteor Chepelare | ★★★ | – | Yes | Yes | – | 0.0 km |
| Monastery 2 Aparthotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 6.7 km |
| Family Hotel Shoky | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 1.0 km |
| Hotel Hinovi Hvoyna | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 16.4 km |
| Sunny Hills Ski | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 8.4 km |
| Hotel Kamena Pamporovo | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 7.0 km |
| Hotel Elina | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 7.8 km |
| Family Hotel Yola | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Rodope Nook Guest house | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.9 km |
| Villa Zaburdo | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 10.5 km |
| Green Life Family Apartments Pamporovo | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 8.6 km |
| Evridika | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | 6.8 km |
| Chalets at Pamporovo Village | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 7.1 km |
| Iceberg Apart Hotel & SPA | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 8.2 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Family rooms and a playground appear at Rodopi Houses, Hotel Meteor Chepelare, Family Hotel Shoky, Monastery 2 Aparthotel and Green Life Family Apartments Pamporovo. The last three add kitchens or kitchenettes, useful for families who eat in, and Monastery 2 Aparthotel and Green Life also have cots and high chairs or kitchen equipment, while Family Hotel Shoky sits 1.0 km from the centre.
Rodopi Houses · Hotel Meteor Chepelare · Family Hotel Shoky · Monastery 2 Aparthotel · Green Life Family Apartments Pamporovo
For couples
Rodopi Houses, Family Hotel Yola and Rodope Nook Guest house are the small, quiet choices, all in Chepelare within about 1 km of the centre. Rodopi Houses holds the highest guest rating on this list at 4.7 from 228 reviews, and each of the three has a garden and a restaurant or bar on site, which suits a short break built around the town rather than the resort.
For spa and pool
Hotel Meteor Chepelare, Family Hotel Shoky, Hotel Elina and Evridika all list a sauna, and Hotel Elina adds an indoor pool and a fitness centre.
Hotel Meteor Chepelare · Family Hotel Shoky · Hotel Elina · Evridika
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Chepelare is accessible by road, about 70 km south of Plovdiv and 10 km from Pamporovo. Regular bus services connect the town with Smolyan, Plovdiv and other towns in the region, and the nearest major airport is Plovdiv, roughly 80 km away. Within Chepelare most areas are walkable, but a car is useful for exploring the surrounding mountains and villages. Local buses and taxis cover shorter trips, and during the ski season shuttle services run between Chepelare and the Pamporovo ski area. Several hotels on this list, including Green Life Family Apartments Pamporovo and Hotel Meteor Chepelare, also list a shuttle service of their own.
When to go
Winter, from December to March, is ideal for skiing and snowboarding, with reliable snow cover and operating ski lifts, and the town hosts the Chepelare Ski Festival in winter. Summer, from June to September, suits hiking, biking and sightseeing, with temperatures averaging around 20°C. Spring and autumn are quieter, with fewer visitors and mild conditions, though some mountain facilities may be closed. If you want the Pamporovo slopes in season, book for winter; if you want the Rhodope trails, aim for June to September.
Questions, answered
Which Chepelare hotel is closest to the centre?
Hotel Meteor Chepelare, on 53 Ulitsa Vasil Detchev, is 0.0 km from the centre. Rodopi Houses follows at 0.4 km on Vasil Levski 2A, and Family Hotel Yola at 0.7 km on Murdzhovska Str. All three are in Chepelare rather than at Pamporovo.
Do the hotels have free parking?
Most do. Rodopi Houses, Monastery 2 Aparthotel, Family Hotel Shoky, Hotel Hinovi Hvoyna, Sunny Hills Ski, Hotel Kamena Pamporovo, Hotel Elina, Family Hotel Yola, Rodope Nook Guest house, Villa Zaburdo, Green Life Family Apartments Pamporovo and Chalets at Pamporovo Village all list free car parking. Rodope Nook Guest house also has a garage.
Which hotels allow pets?
Rodopi Houses, Family Hotel Shoky, Hotel Hinovi Hvoyna, Family Hotel Yola, Rodope Nook Guest house and Green Life Family Apartments Pamporovo allow pets. Evridika is the exception: it states pets are not allowed. If you travel with a dog, the Chepelare centre options put you within 1 km of the main square.
Can I ski from these hotels?
Hotel Meteor Chepelare, Monastery 2 Aparthotel, Family Hotel Shoky, Hotel Hinovi Hvoyna, Hotel Elina, Family Hotel Yola, Green Life Family Apartments Pamporovo and Chalets at Pamporovo Village all list skiing among their facilities. The Pamporovo addresses are closest to the resort slopes; several of them also run a shuttle service during the season.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Hotel Elina has an indoor pool and a swimming pool, plus a spa and fitness centre. Saunas appear at Hotel Meteor Chepelare, Family Hotel Shoky, Sunny Hills Ski, Hotel Kamena Pamporovo, Hotel Elina, Family Hotel Yola, Rodope Nook Guest house, Villa Zaburdo, Green Life Family Apartments Pamporovo and Iceberg Apart Hotel & SPA.
Which is the best-rated 3-star hotel in Chepelare?
Rodopi Houses holds the top guest rating here at 4.7 out of 5 from 228 reviews, and it is 0.4 km from the centre. Hotel Meteor Chepelare and Monastery 2 Aparthotel share 4.6 from 364 and 181 reviews, and Family Hotel Shoky is at 4.5 from 484 reviews, the most-reviewed of the town-centre group.
Where do these hotels serve breakfast?
Hotel Meteor Chepelare, Sunny Hills Ski, Hotel Kamena Pamporovo and Rodope Nook Guest house list breakfast, and Monastery 2 Aparthotel, Hotel Hinovi Hvoyna and Hotel Elina offer breakfast in the room or a buffet. Hotel Meteor Chepelare additionally lists lunch and special diets, which helps guests with particular food requirements.