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3-star hotels in Smolyan
This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels in Smolyan, from spa and ski resorts in Pamporovo to family-run houses in the town itself. It is for travellers who want mountain scenery, spa time or winter sports without paying for a higher star rating.
Staying in Smolyan
Smolyan is a Rhodope Mountain town and a gateway to the Pamporovo ski area, known for its lakes, caves and spa and wellness facilities. The Smolyan Lakes are a short drive from the centre, and the area offers marked hiking trails, caves and panoramic viewpoints. Winter is peak season for skiing, while summer suits walking and the town works year-round as a spa destination. The hotels on this list sit in three main parts of the area. Pamporovo, a few kilometres from Smolyan, is the ski and mountain resort area with the highest concentration of hotels; Dafovska, Kamelia, Holiday Village Kochorite, Family Hotel Markony, Laplandia and MPM Hotel Merryan all have addresses there. Others are in the town itself, in Smolyan Centre or along Bulgaria Boulevard, and Mountain Lake Hotel is by the Smolyan Lakes.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Dafovska
Pamporovo, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
Why stay hereSet in Pamporovo, 4.2 km from the centre of Smolyan, Dafovska pairs skiing with a spa, sauna and steam room for the hours off the slopes. Families get their own rooms, and the 24-hour front desk and free car parking keep arrival simple. With 4.7 out of 5 from 538 reviews, it suits skiers and spa-goers who want both under one roof.
See DafovskaHotel Uzunski
Peyo Yavorov Street 12 4700 Smolyan, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Spa
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereOn Peyo Yavorov Street 12 in Smolyan, Hotel Uzunski puts you 3.6 km from the centre and adds a fitness centre, spa and Jacuzzi for downtime, plus a restaurant on site. Fishing and horse back riding are on the activity list, and the shuttle service helps you get around. Its 4.8 out of 5 from 152 reviews makes it a strong pick for active couples.
See Hotel UzunskiKamelia
Pamporovo 4870, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Self Parking
Why stay hereWith 101 to 150 rooms, Kamelia is the largest of these Pamporovo hotels, 3.9 km from Smolyan's centre. Guests have a health club, sauna and steam room, a tennis court and a pool bar, with breakfast and a restaurant on site. The 4.6 out of 5 from 2224 reviews reflects how many people have stayed and rated it.
See KameliaSmolyan
Bulgaria Bld 3, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Car parking
- Gymnasium
- Internet access
Why stay hereHotel Smolyan sits on Bulgaria Boulevard 3, 5.4 km from the centre, and keeps things straightforward: free WiFi, internet access, car parking and a gymnasium, with room service and a safe. Its 4.6 out of 5 from 1064 reviews comes from a large base of guests. A practical base for travellers who want their own transport and easy in-room dining.
See SmolyanMountain Lake Hotel
Smolyanski Esera, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAt Smolyanski Esera, 2.4 km from Smolyan's centre, Mountain Lake Hotel gives families an indoor pool, kids pool and playground, plus kitchenettes and refrigerators in the rooms. Pets are allowed, parking is free, and there is a sauna, restaurant and picnic area. Set by the lakes, it suits longer family stays; 4.6 out of 5 from 1063 reviews.
See Mountain Lake HotelHoliday Village Kochorite
Pamporovo, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereHoliday Village Kochorite spreads through Pamporovo, 4.8 km from Smolyan's centre, with a garden, terrace and picnic area to go with its sauna and steam room. Breakfast is served and a restaurant is on site, and the shuttle service covers local trips. For families with children, the playground is a clear plus; it scores 4.6 out of 5 from 180 reviews.
See Holiday Village KochoriteHotel Coop Rozhen
Rozhen Area, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereIn the Rozhen area, 6.7 km from Smolyan's centre, Hotel Coop Rozhen combines an indoor pool, sauna and massage with skiing and horse back riding nearby. Rooms have balconies, air conditioning and sofa beds, and breakfast can be brought to your room. A good fit for guests who want space and quiet; 4.5 out of 5 from 679 reviews.
See Hotel Coop RozhenFamily Hotel Markony
K.K Pamporovo Malina Area, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereFamily Hotel Markony, in the Malina area of Pamporovo, is 4.1 km from Smolyan's centre and built around family stays: family rooms, a playground and a restaurant, with skiing, sauna and massage also available. Breakfast can be taken in your room, parking is free, and the shuttle service handles local transport. It has 4.6 out of 5 from 117 reviews.
See Family Hotel MarkonyHotel Smilen
9 Shumkov Kamuk Street, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Lounge
Why stay hereOn Shumkov Kamuk Street, 2.3 km from Smolyan's centre, Hotel Smilen has a spa, sauna and steam room, plus a fireplace, lounge and garden for the evenings. Special diets are catered for, pets are allowed, and skiing, darts and bike rental fill the days. With 4.4 out of 5 from 420 reviews, it suits guests who want to be close to town.
See Hotel SmilenLaplandia
Pamporovo, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Parking
- Gymnasium
Why stay hereLaplandia in Pamporovo is 2.3 km from Smolyan's centre, with a spa and sauna for after skiing, a gymnasium and ping pong, and rooms that include a kitchen and refrigerator. A restaurant and room service mean you can eat without leaving, and the reception runs around the clock. It scores 4.4 out of 5 from 295 reviews, suiting self-catering guests.
See LaplandiaRibkata Family Hotel
33 Aleko Konstantinov Str, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereRibkata Family Hotel on Aleko Konstantinov Street is 3.2 km from Smolyan's centre and looks onto a lake, with fishing on offer alongside skiing. Family rooms, a garden and a terrace make it easy for groups, pets are welcome, and the restaurant means meals are covered. From 1494 reviews it holds 4.3 out of 5, so it is well tried by past guests.
See Ribkata Family HotelHotel Iva & Elena
Ski Center Studenetz Studenetzsmolian, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Pool bar
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereAt Ski Center Studenetz, 2.6 km from Smolyan's centre, Hotel Iva & Elena offers a sauna and Jacuzzi, a games room and a playground, with a garage and free parking. Family rooms, babysitting service and a pool bar cater to parents, and pets are allowed. Its 4.3 out of 5 from 682 reviews reflects steady family demand.
See Hotel Iva & ElenaLuxor Hotel
51 Bulgaria Boulevard, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereLuxor Hotel stands at 51 Bulgaria Boulevard, 4.8 km from Smolyan's centre, and adds a casino and chapel alongside a fitness centre, sauna and massage. Breakfast can be served in the room, air conditioning and bathrobes come as standard, and car rental is available. It has 4.3 out of 5 from 532 reviews and suits guests who want plenty on site.
See Luxor HotelAparthotel Pine Hills Pamporovo
Karamandja Area 3000 Pamporovo, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereAparthotel Pine Hills Pamporovo, in the Karamandja area, is the closest of these to Smolyan's centre at 1.7 km. Apartments come with fireplaces, and the property offers a restaurant, lounge, ski access and shuttle service, with pets allowed and free parking. It holds 4.3 out of 5 from 277 reviews and suits skiers who prefer apartment-style stays.
See Aparthotel Pine Hills PamporovoMPM Hotel Merryan
Pamporovo, Smolyan, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers · Pool and spa
- Spa
- Car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay hereMPM Hotel Merryan in Pamporovo is 4.1 km from Smolyan's centre and keeps things simple with a spa, restaurant, buffet breakfast and bar. Horse back riding is available, the staff speak several languages, and parking is free; wheelchair access is provided. With 4.5 out of 5 from 52 reviews, it suits guests who want a compact hotel with a spa.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dafovska | ★★★ | 4.7 | 538 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 4.2 km |
| Hotel Uzunski | ★★★ | 4.8 | 152 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 3.6 km |
| Kamelia | ★★★ | 4.6 | 2,224 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 3.9 km |
| Smolyan | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,064 | Yes | – | – | – | 5.4 km |
| Mountain Lake Hotel | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,063 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 2.4 km |
| Holiday Village Kochorite | ★★★ | 4.6 | 180 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 4.8 km |
| Hotel Coop Rozhen | ★★★ | 4.5 | 679 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 6.7 km |
| Family Hotel Markony | ★★★ | 4.6 | 117 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 4.1 km |
| Hotel Smilen | ★★★ | 4.4 | 420 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 2.3 km |
| Laplandia | ★★★ | 4.4 | 295 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.3 km |
| Ribkata Family Hotel | ★★★ | 4.3 | 1,494 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 3.2 km |
| Hotel Iva & Elena | ★★★ | 4.3 | 682 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.6 km |
| Luxor Hotel | ★★★ | 4.3 | 532 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 4.8 km |
| Aparthotel Pine Hills Pamporovo | ★★★ | 4.3 | 277 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 1.7 km |
| MPM Hotel Merryan | ★★★ | 4.5 | 52 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 4.1 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Mountain Lake Hotel has an indoor pool, kids pool, playground and kitchenettes. Holiday Village Kochorite adds a playground, garden and picnic area, while Hotel Iva & Elena, Family Hotel Markony and Hotel Coop Rozhen all provide family rooms, playgrounds and shuttle service, which helps with reaching the slopes.
Mountain Lake Hotel · Holiday Village Kochorite · Hotel Iva & Elena · Family Hotel Markony · Hotel Coop Rozhen
For spa and wellness
Dafovska is the top-rated pick here at 4.7 and has a spa, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and massage. Hotel Uzunski, rated 4.8, offers a spa, Jacuzzi and massage, Kamelia has a spa, sauna and health club, MPM Hotel Merryan a spa, and Hotel Smilen a spa and steam room.
Dafovska · Hotel Uzunski · Kamelia · MPM Hotel Merryan · Hotel Smilen
For skiing
Aparthotel Pine Hills Pamporovo also lists skiing and is the closest hotel to the centre on this list, at 1.7 km.
Dafovska · Family Hotel Markony · Hotel Coop Rozhen · Hotel Smilen · Aparthotel Pine Hills Pamporovo
For a small hotel
MPM Hotel Merryan has only 52 reviews and a 4.5 rating, Family Hotel Markony 117 reviews at 4.6, and Hotel Uzunski 152 reviews at 4.8. These are the smallest properties on the shortlist, so service tends to feel more personal than in the large resort complexes.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Smolyan?
Aparthotel Pine Hills Pamporovo, at 1.7 km, followed by Hotel Smilen and Laplandia, both at 2.3 km. Mountain Lake Hotel is 2.4 km away and Hotel Iva & Elena 2.6 km, so most of the list keeps you within a short drive of the centre.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Hotel Uzunski scores 4.8 out of 5 from 152 reviews, the highest on this shortlist, closely followed by Dafovska at 4.7 from 538 reviews. Kamelia, with 4.6 from 2224 reviews, is the most reviewed property here.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Yes. Mountain Lake Hotel, Hotel Smilen, Ribkata Family Hotel and Hotel Iva & Elena all state that pets are allowed. The remaining hotels on the list do not list pets among their facilities, so it is worth confirming before you travel with an animal.
Is parking available at these hotels?
Most of the list offers parking. Free car parking is listed by Dafovska, Hotel Uzunski, Mountain Lake Hotel, Holiday Village Kochorite, Hotel Coop Rozhen, Family Hotel Markony, Hotel Smilen, Ribkata Family Hotel, Hotel Iva & Elena, Luxor Hotel, Aparthotel Pine Hills Pamporovo and MPM Hotel Merryan.
Do any hotels have a pool?
Mountain Lake Hotel and Hotel Coop Rozhen both list an indoor pool, and Mountain Lake Hotel also has a kids pool and pool bar. Kamelia and Hotel Iva & Elena list a pool bar, and Kamelia has a tennis court as well.
Are there family rooms in these hotels?
Family rooms are listed by Dafovska, Hotel Uzunski, Mountain Lake Hotel, Hotel Coop Rozhen, Family Hotel Markony, Ribkata Family Hotel, Hotel Iva & Elena and Aparthotel Pine Hills Pamporovo. Mountain Lake Hotel and Hotel Iva & Elena also provide cots and playgrounds.
Which hotels are best for a spa break?
Dafovska and Hotel Uzunski both offer a spa, Jacuzzi, sauna and massage, while Kamelia adds a health club and steam room, Hotel Smilen a spa and steam room, and MPM Hotel Merryan a spa. Laplandia also lists a sauna and spa.
Do the hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed by Kamelia, Holiday Village Kochorite, Family Hotel Markony and MPM Hotel Merryan, while Hotel Coop Rozhen, Hotel Iva & Elena, Luxor Hotel and Family Hotel Markony also offer breakfast in the room. Restaurants are available at most properties on the list.