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3-star hotels in Karlovo
A shortlist of the 3-star hotels in Karlovo, gathered in one place for travellers comparing a central base, a mineral-water stay or a quiet spot outside town. Ratings, facilities and distances to the centre come straight from each hotel's data.
Staying in Karlovo
Karlovo is a compact town of 19th-century architecture, with the Church of St. Nicholas and old houses that now serve as museums. It is known as the birthplace of Vasil Levski and for its mineral springs and rose oil production, and it acts as a gateway to the Central Balkan National Park. The mix of cultural heritage, nature and balneotherapy facilities makes it a year-round destination.
These 3-star hotels sit in and around that setting. Several have addresses in central Karlovo, within walking distance of museums, restaurants and the main pedestrian area; others stand further out in Banya and Sokolitsa Village. Guests rate Hotel Almond and Family Hotel Pak Tam highest at 4.6 out of 5, followed by Balneo Hotel Stryama at 4.1 and Yaev Hotel at 3.6. A couple of the hotels offer pools, spa and sauna for wellness-focused stays, while apartment-style options with kitchens suit families and longer stays.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Almond
Karlovo Bademlika Bulgaria, Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA short 0.8 km from the centre of Karlovo, Hotel Almond pairs family rooms with a garden and terrace for slow mornings outdoors, and a jacuzzi for the end of the day. Air conditioning keeps the rooms comfortable in high summer. Guests rate it 4.6 out of 5 across 470 reviews, so it suits couples and families who want a calm base within walking distance of town.
See Hotel AlmondFamily Hotel Pak Tam
2А Ulitsa Vasil Karaivanov, Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFamily Hotel Pak Tam sits 0.2 km from the centre on Ulitsa Vasil Karaivanov, close enough to leave the car parked. Children get a playground, and the garden and terrace give the whole family room to spread out; family rooms, air conditioning and free wifi cover the essentials. It works well for parents travelling with kids who want town on the doorstep.
See Family Hotel Pak TamBalneo Hotel Stryama
1 St. Nikola Str. Banya 4360, Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Free car parking
Why stay hereBalneo Hotel Stryama is built around its spa and pools: an indoor pool and an outdoor pool, plus a restaurant and bar for meals without leaving the grounds. Rooms are air conditioned and wifi is free, and parking is free as well. It stands 11.7 km from Karlovo, which suits guests who come for the pools and quiet rather than for the town itself.
See Balneo Hotel StryamaYaev Hotel
17 Purva Street Sokolitsa Village Sokolitsa Village4367 Karlovo, Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereYaev Hotel in Sokolitsa Village is the pick for travellers who want facilities on site: an outdoor pool, a sauna, a spa and massage, with a restaurant, bars and a lounge alongside. Children have a playground and table tennis, and there is a shuttle service. At 7.6 km from Karlovo it suits longer stays and guests combining a pool holiday with the area.
See Yaev HotelIliikova House
Haydushka 3, Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereIliikova House on Haydushka is a small guesthouse-style stay with a garden, patio and picnic area, a fireplace indoors and horse back riding arranged nearby. Kitchen and laundry facilities let guests settle in for several days, and free parking and free wifi are provided. It lies 13.7 km from Karlovo, so it best suits those with their own transport and a taste for the countryside.
See Iliikova HouseChateau Copsa
Chateau Copsa Karlovo Plovdiv 4333, Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereChateau Copsa offers breakfast and a buffet, a cafe and a restaurant, plus a spa, with free wifi and free parking, and shuttle service if you would rather not drive. There are no guest ratings recorded here, and the setting is 8.1 km from Karlovo. It suits travellers looking for a slower, food-and-spa stopover in the area.
See Chateau CopsaGuest Apartment Balkan
11 Aleksandar Stamboliiski Str., Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereGuest Apartment Balkan on Aleksandar Stamboliiski Street is 0.4 km from the centre and set up for self-catering, with a kitchen, kitchenette, microwave and dishwasher, plus a washing machine for longer visits. Air conditioning, free wifi and free parking are provided, and pets are allowed. It suits families and small groups who want an apartment near the middle of Karlovo.
See Guest Apartment BalkanLuxury Suite 2
54 Улица Ген. Карцов, Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereLuxury Suite 2 is an apartment-style stay 0.8 km from the centre, with a kitchen, kitchenette, oven and microwave for cooking in, and a balcony, patio and terrace for sitting out. Air conditioning, free wifi and free parking are included, and there is a restaurant in the building. It fits couples or families who prefer their own space over a hotel room.
See Luxury Suite 2Роден Краи Homeland
Ulitsa Kiril I Metodij 28, Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereРоден Краи Homeland on Ulitsa Kiril I Metodij has a garden and terrace, a tennis court and fishing nearby, and free parking and free wifi. Air conditioning and family rooms make it workable for households, and a shuttle service is available. It stands 3.4 km from Karlovo, so it best suits guests with a car who want quiet and outdoor time.
See Роден Краи HomelandRose
Улица Граф Игнатиев 21 А, Karlovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRose on Ulitsa Graf Ignatiev is an apartment 0.5 km from the centre with a kitchen, oven and refrigerator, a bath and a washing machine, so guests can cook and do laundry as they would at home. Air conditioning and free parking are provided. It suits longer stays and families who want an easy walk into Karlovo.
See Rose
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Almond | ★★★ | – | – | – | 0.8 km |
| Family Hotel Pak Tam | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Balneo Hotel Stryama | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 11.7 km |
| Yaev Hotel | ★★★ | – | Yes | Yes | 7.6 km |
| Iliikova House | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 13.7 km |
| Chateau Copsa | ★★★ | Yes | Yes | Yes | 8.1 km |
| Guest Apartment Balkan | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.4 km |
| Luxury Suite 2 | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.8 km |
| Роден Краи Homeland | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 3.4 km |
| Rose | ★★★ | Yes | – | – | 0.5 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For wellness and pools
Balneo Hotel Stryama has an indoor pool, outdoor pool, spa, restaurant and bar. Yaev Hotel adds a swimming pool, outdoor pool, sauna, solarium, spa and massage, plus table tennis and a playground. Both are outside the centre (11.7 km and 7.6 km), so they suit travellers who want the facilities on site.
For central sightseeing
Family Hotel Pak Tam is 0.2 km from the centre, Guest Apartment Balkan 0.4 km, Rose 0.5 km, Hotel Almond and Luxury Suite 2 0.8 km. All are in central Karlovo, close to the museums and pedestrian area, and all offer free parking and air conditioning.
Family Hotel Pak Tam · Guest Apartment Balkan · Rose · Luxury Suite 2 · Hotel Almond
For families
Family Hotel Pak Tam has family rooms and a playground, and Yaev Hotel offers family rooms and a playground too. Guest Apartment Balkan, Luxury Suite 2 and Роден Краи Homeland all list family rooms, with kitchens or kitchenettes in the first two and a garden and tennis court at the third.
Family Hotel Pak Tam · Yaev Hotel · Guest Apartment Balkan · Luxury Suite 2 · Роден Краи Homeland
For longer stays with a kitchen
Guest Apartment Balkan includes a kitchen, kitchenette, dishwasher, microwave, oven, washing machine and cot. Luxury Suite 2 has a kitchen and kitchenette, microwave, oven and washing machine, and Rose provides a kitchen, oven and washing machine. All three are apartments with free parking.
Where to stay in Karlovo
Banya
The area around the mineral springs is home to balneo hotels and sanatoriums that use the local mineral water, ideal for wellness-focused stays. Balneo Hotel Stryama is listed at 1 St. Nikola Str. in Banya, with indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, restaurant and bar, 11.7 km from the centre.
Our picks here: Balneo Hotel Stryama
Sokolitsa Village
Yaev Hotel stands at 17 Purva Street in Sokolitsa Village, 7.6 km from the centre, with a swimming pool, sauna, spa and massage. The village setting suits guests who prefer a quieter base while keeping the town and the surrounding trails within reach by car.
Our picks here: Yaev Hotel
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Karlovo can be reached by train or bus from Plovdiv and other Bulgarian cities. The town is on the Sub-Balkan railway line and has bus connections from regional hubs. By car, it is reached via the E871 or national roads from Plovdiv. Once in Karlovo, the centre is walkable, but local buses and taxis are available for trips to surrounding villages and trailheads. For exploring the Balkan Mountains and nearby attractions, a car is recommended.
When to go
The best time to visit Karlovo is from May to June, when the rose fields bloom and the Rose Festival takes place, or from September to October, when the weather is mild and ideal for hiking. Summers can be warm, while winters bring snow to the mountains. Spring and autumn offer comfortable temperatures for exploring both the town and the national park.
Questions, answered
Which of these Karlovo hotels is closest to the centre?
Family Hotel Pak Tam is the closest at 0.2 km from the centre, followed by Guest Apartment Balkan at 0.4 km and Rose at 0.5 km. Hotel Almond and Luxury Suite 2 are 0.8 km away, so all five are within walking distance of the main sights.
Which hotels have the highest guest ratings?
Hotel Almond and Family Hotel Pak Tam share the top guest rating of 4.6 out of 5, based on 470 and 322 reviews. Balneo Hotel Stryama follows at 4.1 out of 5 from 672 reviews, and Yaev Hotel has 3.6 out of 5.
Which hotels have a pool or spa?
Balneo Hotel Stryama has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a spa. Yaev Hotel offers a swimming pool, outdoor pool, sauna, solarium, spa and massage. Chateau Copsa also lists a spa among its facilities.
Do the hotels offer parking?
Family Hotel Pak Tam, Balneo Hotel Stryama, Iliikova House, Chateau Copsa, Guest Apartment Balkan, Luxury Suite 2, Роден Краи Homeland and Rose all list parking or free car parking among their facilities. Hotel Almond does not list parking.
Are pets allowed in any of these hotels?
Guest Apartment Balkan is the one hotel in this shortlist that lists pets allowed among its facilities. The other hotels do not state a pet policy in their facility lists, so it is worth asking them directly.
Which hotels work best for families?
Family Hotel Pak Tam and Yaev Hotel both have family rooms and a playground. Guest Apartment Balkan, Luxury Suite 2 and Роден Краи Homeland also list family rooms, and the first two include kitchens, which helps on longer family stays.
Which hotel is best for a wellness stay with mineral water?
Balneo Hotel Stryama in Banya is the balneo hotel here, with indoor and outdoor pools, a spa, restaurant and bar, 11.7 km from the centre. The area is known for balneotherapy using the local warm mineral water.