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3-star hotels in Garmen
A shortlist of the 3-star hotels and guest houses in Garmen, in Bulgaria's Mesta River valley. It is for travellers who want nature, mineral springs and traditional villages, and who are choosing between a hotel in the village centre and a rural guest house nearby.
Staying in Garmen
Garmen is a village in Blagoevgrad Province, southwestern Bulgaria, spread out in the Mesta River valley between the Rhodope Mountains and the Pirin range. It is quiet and low key, with newer guest houses and hotels standing alongside older village houses. Visitors come for the surrounding nature, the warm mineral springs of the wider region, and a slower pace away from the coast and the big ski resorts, using the village as a base for the Mesta valley, local monasteries and the mountain villages.
Most of these 3-star properties sit in or just outside Garmen village centre, on or near Gorni Bani Street and the main road, within 2.1 km of the centre; a few are further out in Leshten, Ognyanovo, Gorno Dryanovo, Marchevo and Dubnitsa, 3.4 km to 5.7 km away. That makes the list good for couples and families on a short break who want a pool or spa, and for guests with a car who prefer a traditional village setting.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Garmen Hills Guest Houses
66 10Th Street, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSet 2.1 km from the centre of Garmen, Garmen Hills Guest Houses has the feel of a hillside retreat, with an outdoor pool, a garden and a playground on site. Apartments come with a kitchen, balcony and fireplace, so families and longer stays are easy. Guests rate it 4.7 out of 5.
See Garmen Hills Guest HousesHotel Paradise
17 Gorni Bani Str, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereHotel Paradise sits 0.5 km from the centre, handy for anyone who wants to walk in for dinner. With 1469 reviews and a 4.6 rating, it is the best-established of the Garmen hotels.
See Hotel ParadiseRelax Houses
2949 Garmen Bulgaria, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereRelax Houses is a small, well-liked guesthouse 0.5 km from the centre, with a 4.7 rating across 135 reviews. The outdoor pool, garden and playground make it a natural choice for families, while the terrace and badminton court keep afternoons busy. Family rooms and free parking round it off.
See Relax HousesAleksion Palace
41St Street Number 1, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Pool and spa · Breakfast
- Indoor pool
- Breakfast
- Wheelchair accessible
Why stay hereAleksion Palace is the pick for guests who want swimming and eating under one roof: both an indoor and an outdoor pool, a restaurant with buffet breakfast, and a steam room for afterwards. It stands 0.8 km from the centre and provides a shuttle service. Wheelchair accessible.
See Aleksion PalaceElegance Spa Hotel
9 Gorni Bani Str., Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereElegance Spa Hotel, 0.5 km from the centre, lives up to its name with an indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi and massage. There is also an outdoor pool, pool bar and games room, and the lake is nearby. A 4.5 rating from 1177 reviews reflects its steady popularity.
See Elegance Spa HotelSpa Hotel Ivelia
1 Parva Str 2940 Dubnitsa Bulgaria, Garmen, Bulgaria
Why stay hereSpa Hotel Ivelia is the choice for a quiet, adults-oriented stay: non-smoking rooms throughout, room service and a steam room, in Dubnitsa, 5.7 km from Garmen. Its 4.4 rating comes from 2659 reviews, one of the largest guest counts in the area.
See Spa Hotel IveliaFamily Hotel Bohema
26 Gorni Bani Str, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Kids pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereFamily Hotel Bohema suits guests travelling with children or pets. It is 0.7 km from the centre and offers an outdoor pool, kids pool, games room, playground and badminton, with breakfast served on site. Rated 4.4 out of 5 by 1075 guests.
See Family Hotel BohemaLeshtenski Perli
Leshten, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereLeshtenski Perli offers self-contained houses in Leshten, 3.4 km from Garmen, with a kitchen or kitchenette, fireplace, dishwasher and terrace. Pets are allowed and parking is free. Small and highly rated at 4.7 out of 5 from 27 reviews.
See Leshtenski PerliFamily Hotel Delta
Ognyanovo, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereFamily Hotel Delta in Ognyanovo, 0.7 km from the centre, packs in an indoor and outdoor pool, jacuzzi, massage and a restaurant, plus unusual extras such as bowling and darts. It welcomes families and serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. Rated 4.0 from 1256 reviews.
See Family Hotel DeltaFamily Hotel Ognyanovo
Ognyanovo Village, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereFamily Hotel Ognyanovo, 0.5 km from the centre, is aimed squarely at families: kids pool, playground, family rooms, buffet breakfast and a restaurant, with both indoor and outdoor pools. The river and lake nearby add to the setting. Room service and massage are available.
See Family Hotel OgnyanovoGuest House Pri Malkiya
Leshten, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereGuest House Pri Malkiya is a simple, well-kept base in Leshten, 3.4 km from Garmen, with a kitchen, terrace and garden, free parking and a restaurant on site.
See Guest House Pri MalkiyaKyshta za Gosti Gospodevi
Gorno Dryanovo, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereKyshta za Gosti Gospodevi in Gorno Dryanovo, 4.9 km from the centre, offers a kitchen with oven and microwave, family rooms, a garden and an outdoor pool, with the river close by. Free parking and wifi are included. A restful rural option for families.
See Kyshta za Gosti GospodeviDelchevata Kushta V Leshten
Main Road, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereDelchevata Kushta V Leshten, 3.5 km from the centre on the main road, is a self-catering house with kitchen and kitchenette, fireplace, dishwasher and washing machine. The terrace, patio and garden make it comfortable for longer group stays. Karaoke is on hand for evenings.
See Delchevata Kushta V LeshtenEinstein House & Spa
Marchevo Main Road, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereEinstein House & Spa near Marchevo, 1 km from the centre, combines an outdoor pool, sauna and jacuzzi with a restaurant, lounge and garden. The chapel on site and the fireplace in the rooms give it a distinctive character. Fishing is possible nearby.
See Einstein House & SpaSharkov Family Hotel
Ulica Ivan Vazov 15, Garmen, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereSharkov Family Hotel, 0.7 km from the centre on Ulica Ivan Vazov, suits guests who want a pool and spa without leaving the building: outdoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi, massage and a restaurant, with special diets catered for. Pets are allowed and parking is free.
See Sharkov Family Hotel
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garmen Hills Guest Houses | ★★★ | 4.7 | 286 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.1 km |
| Hotel Paradise | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,469 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Relax Houses | ★★★ | 4.7 | 135 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Aleksion Palace | ★★★ | 4.6 | 180 | – | Yes | Yes | – | 0.8 km |
| Elegance Spa Hotel | ★★★ | 4.5 | 1,177 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Spa Hotel Ivelia | ★★★ | 4.4 | 2,659 | – | – | – | – | 5.7 km |
| Family Hotel Bohema | ★★★ | 4.4 | 1,075 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Leshtenski Perli | ★★★ | 4.7 | 27 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 3.4 km |
| Family Hotel Delta | ★★★ | 4.0 | 1,256 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.7 km |
| Family Hotel Ognyanovo | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 0.5 km |
| Guest House Pri Malkiya | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 3.4 km |
| Kyshta za Gosti Gospodevi | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 4.9 km |
| Delchevata Kushta V Leshten | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | 3.5 km |
| Einstein House & Spa | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.0 km |
| Sharkov Family Hotel | ★★★ | – | – | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 0.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Garmen Hills Guest Houses, Hotel Paradise, Family Hotel Bohema, Family Hotel Delta, Family Hotel Ognyanovo and Sharkov Family Hotel all have family rooms plus a playground, and most add a kids pool or an outdoor pool. Those with a kitchen or kitchenette are useful for longer stays with children.
Garmen Hills Guest Houses · Hotel Paradise · Family Hotel Bohema · Family Hotel Delta · Family Hotel Ognyanovo · Sharkov Family Hotel
For spa and pools
Hotel Paradise, Elegance Spa Hotel and Spa Hotel Ivelia pair indoor and outdoor pools with sauna, steam room or massage. Aleksion Palace, Einstein House & Spa and Sharkov Family Hotel add spa facilities of their own, handy when you want thermal-style bathing after a day in the hills.
Hotel Paradise · Elegance Spa Hotel · Spa Hotel Ivelia · Aleksion Palace · Einstein House & Spa · Sharkov Family Hotel
For couples
These are the highest-rated 3-star addresses here: Garmen Hills Guest Houses and Relax Houses both score 4.7, Elegance Spa Hotel 4.5 and Hotel Paradise 4.6.
Garmen Hills Guest Houses · Elegance Spa Hotel · Relax Houses · Hotel Paradise
For pets
Family Hotel Bohema, Leshtenski Perli and Sharkov Family Hotel are the 3-star properties on this list that accept pets. Leshtenski Perli and Sharkov Family Hotel also offer self-catering touches such as a kitchen or kitchenette, which helps if you are travelling with a dog and eating in.
Family Hotel Bohema · Leshtenski Perli · Sharkov Family Hotel
Where to stay in Garmen
Ognyanovo
A nearby village known for its mineral springs and spa hotels, often chosen by visitors who want thermal water facilities within a short drive of Garmen. Family Hotel Delta and Family Hotel Ognyanovo both sit here, each with a pool, and they suit guests who want the spa village rather than the main Garmen road.
Our picks here: Family Hotel Delta · Family Hotel Ognyanovo
Leshten
A preserved village of traditional stone houses on the hillside above the Mesta valley, popular for its architecture and rural atmosphere. Leshtenski Perli and Guest House Pri Malkiya are the 3-star addresses here, both with gardens and terraces, and both about 3.4 km from Garmen centre.
Our picks here: Leshtenski Perli · Guest House Pri Malkiya
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Garmen is in the Mesta River valley in Blagoevgrad Province, reached mainly by road. The most common approach is from Gotse Delchev, which has bus connections to larger towns in the region. Driving is the most flexible option, as local bus services are limited and some nearby villages are not served frequently. There is no railway station in Garmen itself. Once in the area, a car or arranged transfers make it easier to visit Ognyanovo, Leshten, Kovachevitsa and the surrounding mountains. Local roads are generally narrow, so allow extra time in poor weather.
When to go
Late spring, summer and early autumn are the most comfortable seasons for visiting Garmen, with mild to warm weather suited to walking and exploring the nearby villages. Summer can be hot in the valley, while higher ground stays cooler. Winter brings colder conditions and occasional snow, which can restrict access to some mountain roads. Spring and autumn are generally quieter and good for sightseeing, though some smaller guest houses may have limited opening outside the main season.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to Garmen centre?
Hotel Paradise, Relax Houses and Elegance Spa Hotel are all 0.5 km from the centre. Family Hotel Bohema and Family Hotel Delta are 0.7 km away, and Family Hotel Ognyanovo is 0.5 km from the centre. Spa Hotel Ivelia, at 5.7 km, is the furthest.
Which hotels have parking?
Free car parking is listed at Garmen Hills Guest Houses, Hotel Paradise, Relax Houses, Elegance Spa Hotel, Family Hotel Bohema, Leshtenski Perli, Family Hotel Delta, Family Hotel Ognyanovo, Guest House Pri Malkiya, Kyshta za Gosti Gospodevi, Delchevata Kushta V Leshten, Einstein House & Spa and Sharkov Family Hotel.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Pets are allowed at Family Hotel Bohema, Leshtenski Perli and Sharkov Family Hotel, so these are the 3-star options here if you are travelling with a dog or cat.
Which hotels have a pool?
Outdoor pools are listed at Garmen Hills Guest Houses, Relax Houses, Hotel Paradise, Elegance Spa Hotel, Family Hotel Bohema, Family Hotel Delta, Einstein House & Spa and Sharkov Family Hotel. Hotel Paradise, Elegance Spa Hotel, Aleksion Palace and Family Hotel Delta also list an indoor pool.
Which hotels have a spa or sauna?
Spa facilities are listed at Garmen Hills Guest Houses, Sharkov Family Hotel and Einstein House & Spa. Saunas are listed at Hotel Paradise, Elegance Spa Hotel, Einstein House & Spa and Sharkov Family Hotel. Spa Hotel Ivelia lists a steam room, as does Aleksion Palace.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed at Aleksion Palace, Family Hotel Bohema, Family Hotel Delta, Family Hotel Ognyanovo and Spa Hotel Ivelia. Relax Houses and Family Hotel Ognyanovo also offer breakfast in the room.
Which hotels are best for families with children?
Hotel Paradise, Family Hotel Bohema, Family Hotel Delta, Family Hotel Ognyanovo and Sharkov Family Hotel list playgrounds, and Garmen Hills Guest Houses has one too. Family rooms are listed at Garmen Hills Guest Houses, Hotel Paradise, Relax Houses, Elegance Spa Hotel, Family Hotel Bohema, Family Hotel Delta, Family Hotel Ognyanovo, Kyshta za Gosti Gospodevi, Einstein House & Spa and Sharkov Family Hotel.
Which hotel is the top-rated pick on this list?
Garmen Hills Guest Houses and Relax Houses share the highest guest rating at 4.7 out of 5, followed by Hotel Paradise and Aleksion Palace at 4.6. Hotel Paradise has by far the most reviews, 1469, so it is the best-tested of the group.