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3-star hotels in Gabrovo
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Gabrovo, from spa and balneo resorts in the Lyulyatsi area to guesthouses in Bozhentsi and apartments in the compact centre. It suits short-break visitors, couples, families and anyone using Gabrovo as a base for the Balkan Mountains.
Staying in Gabrovo
Gabrovo is known as the capital of Bulgarian humour, with the House of Humour and Satire, the Etar Architectural-Ethnographic Museum and the historic village of Bozhentsi nearby. The city itself has museums, parks and a compact centre, while the surrounding Balkan Mountains offer hiking and cycling, and local crafts such as woodcarving and weaving. It is a convenient base for discovering this part of Bulgaria.
The hotels on this shortlist sit in three distinct parts of the area. Several cluster in central Gabrovo, on or near addresses such as Orlovska Str., Hemus Blvd, Emanuil Manolov Str and Treti Mart Blvd, within 0.1 to 3.0 km of the centre. Others lie in the Lyulyatsi area, 10.5 km out, near the spa and outdoor pool. The rest are in or by Bozhentsi and nearby villages such as Boynovtsi, in a quiet rural setting. The central hotels suit short breaks, business trips and anyone wanting to walk to shops, restaurants and cultural sites; the Lyulyatsi spa hotels and the Bozhentsi guesthouses suit couples and families looking for gardens, pools and traditional atmosphere.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi
Lyulyatsi Area, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet in the Lyulyatsi Area, this 3-star hotel suits guests who want a spa and pool break away from the city bustle. An outdoor pool with a pool bar, a sauna and a spa give the stay its shape, and there is a garden, a library and a restaurant on site. Families are provided for with a playground. Guest rating 4.3 from 67 reviews. The centre of Gabrovo is 10.5 km away, so a car helps; free parking is available.
See Balneo Hotel LyulyatsiFamily Hotel Gabrovo
4 Hemus Blvd 5300 Gabrovo, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereOn Hemus Blvd, this 3-star hotel is a practical base for families and drivers, 3.0 km from the centre of Gabrovo. Family rooms come with air conditioning and free wifi, and free car parking removes the parking worry. Rated 4.0 by 254 guests.
See Family Hotel GabrovoMilkana Hotel
58 Str.Stefana Bogdan Gencheva 5300 Gabrovo, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereStaying here puts you 0.8 km from the centre of Gabrovo, close enough to walk in. The 3-star hotel offers family rooms, free wifi and free car parking, plus a swimming pool, a garden and a terrace for downtime. Table tennis adds a bit of activity, and a kitchen and washing machine help on longer stays. Rating 3.8 from 1318 reviews.
See Milkana HotelBalkan Hotel Gabrovo
14 Emanuil Manolov Str 5300, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Lounge
Why stay hereAt 0.2 km from the centre, this 3-star hotel is the choice for guests who want Gabrovo on the doorstep. A restaurant, a bar and a lounge cover meals and evenings, and the garden and terrace give outdoor space. Pets are allowed, parking is free, and there is a 24-hour front desk. Rated 3.8 by 1315 guests. Breakfast is served buffet-style.
See Balkan Hotel GabrovoGabrovo Hills
Iztok Str. 35, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Self Parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereThis 3-star property on Iztok Str. sits 0.9 km from the centre of Gabrovo and keeps things simple: an outdoor pool, breakfast and internet access. A 24-hour front desk handles arrivals at any hour, and parking is available for a surcharge. It suits guests who want a pool and a central-ish location without extra frills.
See Gabrovo HillsStrannopriemnicata Guest House
S. Bozhentsi, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereIn Bozhentsi, 8.6 km from Gabrovo, this 3-star guest house suits travellers who prefer a village setting. Family rooms, free wifi and free car parking are provided, with a garden, a terrace and a lounge for quiet hours. A playground makes it workable for children. Guests can eat in the banquet room. No guest rating is recorded here.
See Strannopriemnicata Guest HouseStefanina Guesthouse
Bozhentsi, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereAlso in Bozhentsi, 8.6 km from Gabrovo, this 3-star guesthouse pairs a village location with a sauna and a restaurant. Rooms have air conditioning and some open onto a balcony, and there is a garden and terrace. A kitchen and kitchenette, plus laundry service, suit longer stays. Skiing and darts are on hand nearby. No guest rating is recorded.
See Stefanina GuesthouseLyulyatsi Spa Hotel
Lyulyatsi Area 5307 Габрово Bulgaria, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIn the Lyulyatsi Area, 10.5 km from Gabrovo, this 3-star hotel is built around its spa and outdoor pool with pool bar. A sauna, a restaurant, a café and a bar fill out the days, and a library offers somewhere quiet. Non-smoking rooms and free parking are available, and the 24-hour front desk takes late arrivals. No guest rating is recorded for this hotel.
See Lyulyatsi Spa HotelHotel Mak
Treti Mart Blvd. 9 5300 Gabrovo, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereOn Treti Mart Blvd, this 3-star hotel is 2.4 km from the centre of Gabrovo and useful for guests with a car or business to attend to. Air-conditioned rooms, free wifi and free parking come with a restaurant, a bar and a business centre with meeting room. Pets are allowed, massage is offered, and a shuttle service is available. No guest rating is recorded.
See Hotel MakBalkana Hotel
Ul. Stantsionna 14 5300 Gabrovo Bulgaria, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereOn Stantsionna, 0.9 km from the centre of Gabrovo, this small 3-star hotel keeps its offer to the essentials: air conditioning, breakfast served in the room and a safe. It suits guests who want a central location and little else from their stay. No guest rating is recorded.
See Balkana HotelTop Center Luxury Apartment
1 Lazar Donkov Str., Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Swimming pool
- Parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereThis 3-star apartment on Lazar Donkov Str. is 0.6 km from the centre and suits guests who want their own kitchen and washing machine rather than hotel service. Air conditioning, free wifi and a fridge are provided, with a swimming pool in the building and family rooms available. A minibar and slippers add comfort, and parking is on offer. No guest rating is recorded.
See Top Center Luxury ApartmentLittle River Guest House
4 Selo Boynovtsi, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereIn the village of Boynovtsi, 8.5 km from Gabrovo, this 3-star guest house is for guests who want a rural base with a fireplace and a garden. A restaurant and a picnic area are on site, and horse riding is among the activities. Air conditioning, free wifi and free parking are provided, with a terrace for the evenings. No guest rating is recorded.
See Little River Guest HouseROYAL apartment
Ulitsa Orlovska 6 Ет.1, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRight in the centre, 0.1 km away, this 3-star apartment puts Gabrovo outside the door. Guests get air conditioning, free wifi and a kitchen with oven and fridge, plus a washing machine and ironing board for longer stays. A patio, garden and picnic area are available, and express check-in speeds arrival. Parking is offered. No guest rating is recorded.
See ROYAL apartmentApartment Shesti Uchastak
6 Kozloduy Str., Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereOn Kozloduy Str., 0.2 km from the centre of Gabrovo, this 3-star apartment suits guests who want a kitchen and a central address. Air conditioning, free wifi and a kitchenette with microwave and fridge are provided, and family rooms are available. Express check-in, luggage storage and wheelchair access are on offer, with parking. No guest rating is recorded.
See Apartment Shesti UchastakApartament Casa Sport
129 Orlovska Str. 5300 Gabrovo Bulgaria, Gabrovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereOn Orlovska Str., 0.8 km from the centre, this 3-star apartment combines a kitchen with a tennis court and a terrace. Air conditioning, free wifi, free car parking and a lift make the stay easy, and a balcony opens the flat to the outside. Housekeeping and laundry service are offered. It suits guests who want sport and self-catering in one place. No guest rating is recorded.
See Apartament Casa Sport
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 10.5 km |
| Family Hotel Gabrovo | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 3.0 km |
| Milkana Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.8 km |
| Balkan Hotel Gabrovo | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | – | Yes | 0.2 km |
| Gabrovo Hills | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.9 km |
| Strannopriemnicata Guest House | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 8.6 km |
| Stefanina Guesthouse | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 8.6 km |
| Lyulyatsi Spa Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 10.5 km |
| Hotel Mak | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | Yes | 2.4 km |
| Balkana Hotel | ★★★ | – | Yes | – | – | 0.9 km |
| Top Center Luxury Apartment | ★★★ | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Little River Guest House | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 8.5 km |
| ROYAL apartment | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.1 km |
| Apartment Shesti Uchastak | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Apartament Casa Sport | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | – | 0.8 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For spa and pool
Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi and Lyulyatsi Spa Hotel both sit in the Lyulyatsi area, 10.5 km from the centre, and list an outdoor pool, sauna and spa among their facilities. Gabrovo Hills, 0.9 km from the centre, also has an outdoor pool. These three are the picks if a pool or spa is part of your stay.
Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi · Lyulyatsi Spa Hotel · Gabrovo Hills
For central stays
Balkan Hotel Gabrovo, Milkana Hotel, Balkana Hotel, Top Center Luxury Apartment, ROYAL apartment, Apartment Shesti Uchastak, Apartament Casa Sport and Family Hotel Gabrovo all lie between 0.1 and 3.0 km from the centre, on addresses such as Orlovska Str., Emanuil Manolov Str., Str.Stefana Bogdan Gencheva and Hemus Blvd. Choose these to be within walking distance of shops, restaurants and cultural sites.
Balkan Hotel Gabrovo · Milkana Hotel · Balkana Hotel · Top Center Luxury Apartment · ROYAL apartment · Apartment Shesti Uchastak
For families
Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi lists a playground alongside its pool, and Family Hotel Gabrovo, Milkana Hotel, Balkan Hotel Gabrovo and Hotel Mak all offer family rooms. Strannopriemnicata Guest House has a playground and garden, Stefanina Guesthouse adds high chairs and family rooms, and Little River Guest House has a garden, picnic area and chapel.
Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi · Family Hotel Gabrovo · Milkana Hotel · Balkan Hotel Gabrovo · Hotel Mak · Strannopriemnicata Guest House
For pets
Balkan Hotel Gabrovo also has a garden and terrace, and Hotel Mak offers a shuttle service and room service.
Where to stay in Gabrovo
Lyulyatsi Area
Near the Etar Architectural-Ethnographic Museum, this area offers a quieter setting with traditional atmosphere, suitable for those interested in crafts and history. Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi and Lyulyatsi Spa Hotel both stand in the Lyulyatsi area, 10.5 km from the centre, with gardens, outdoor pools and saunas.
Our picks here: Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi · Lyulyatsi Spa Hotel
Bozhentsi
This nearby village is known for its well-preserved Bulgarian Revival architecture and tranquil environment, and staying here allows visitors to experience a historic rural setting. Strannopriemnicata Guest House and Stefanina Guesthouse are both in Bozhentsi, 8.6 km from the centre; Stefanina Guesthouse adds a restaurant, sauna and kitchen facilities.
Our picks here: Strannopriemnicata Guest House · Stefanina Guesthouse
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Gabrovo is accessible by road and rail. The city lies on a major route across the Balkan Mountains, with bus connections from several Bulgarian cities. The nearest railway station is in Gabrovo, with links to the national network. For air travel, international airports are located in other cities, from which you can continue by bus or car. Within Gabrovo, local buses and taxis serve the city and nearby attractions. Renting a car is a practical option for exploring the surrounding area, including Etar and Bozhentsi.
When to go
The best time to visit Gabrovo is from May to September, when the weather is mild to warm and outdoor activities are most enjoyable. Spring and autumn offer comfortable temperatures for hiking and sightseeing. Winter can be cold, with snow in the mountains, but the city remains accessible. The biennial humour carnival, held in May, is a notable event that draws visitors.
Questions, answered
Which hotels in Gabrovo have parking?
Most hotels on this shortlist list free car parking, including Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi, Family Hotel Gabrovo, Milkana Hotel, Balkan Hotel Gabrovo and Lyulyatsi Spa Hotel. Gabrovo Hills lists self parking for a surcharge. Central apartments such as ROYAL apartment, Top Center Luxury Apartment and Apartament Casa Sport also list parking.
Which Gabrovo hotels have a pool or spa?
Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi and Lyulyatsi Spa Hotel, both in the Lyulyatsi area 10.5 km from the centre, list an outdoor pool, sauna and spa. Gabrovo Hills, 0.9 km from the centre, has an outdoor pool. Top Center Luxury Apartment also lists a swimming pool.
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Gabrovo?
ROYAL apartment, on Ulitsa Orlovska, is 0.1 km from the centre. Balkan Hotel Gabrovo on Emanuil Manolov Str and Apartment Shesti Uchastak on Kozloduy Str are both 0.2 km away, and Top Center Luxury Apartment on Lazar Donkov Str is 0.6 km away.
Which are the best-rated 3-star hotels in Gabrovo?
Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi has a guest rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 67 reviews. Family Hotel Gabrovo follows with 4.0 out of 5 from 254 reviews, then Milkana Hotel and Balkan Hotel Gabrovo with 3.8 out of 5 each, from 1318 and 1315 reviews respectively.
Which hotels are best for families with children?
Balneo Hotel Lyulyatsi lists a playground, pool, garden and family facilities. Family Hotel Gabrovo, Milkana Hotel, Balkan Hotel Gabrovo and Hotel Mak all list family rooms. In Bozhentsi, Strannopriemnicata Guest House has a playground and garden, and Stefanina Guesthouse lists family rooms, high chairs, a cot and a garden.
Is breakfast available at these hotels?
Breakfast is listed at Gabrovo Hills, Balkan Hotel Gabrovo, Lyulyatsi Spa Hotel and Hotel Mak, which also offers a buffet, lunch and special diets. Balkana Hotel lists breakfast in room. Most other hotels on this shortlist do not list breakfast among their facilities.