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3-star hotels in Veliko Turnovo
This shortlist covers the 3-star hotels in Veliko Turnovo, from the historic core beside the Yantra River to the village of Arbanassi. It is for travellers who want a comfortable, well-rated base for exploring Tsarevets Fortress, the Old Town and the surrounding hills.
Staying in Veliko Turnovo
Veliko Turnovo was the capital of the Second Bulgarian Empire, and its skyline is still shaped by the Tsarevets and Trapezitsa fortresses above the loops of the Yantra River. The historic core on the hills is a maze of cobbled streets, craft shops and traditional restaurants, while the modern commercial centre spreads below it and the residential districts sit across the river. Nearby Arbanassi, a village of old churches and stone houses, offers a quieter alternative to the city bustle. As a university city, Veliko Turnovo mixes historic sightseeing with youthful energy and cultural events.
Most of these 3-star hotels sit in the centre and the streets climbing towards the historic quarter: Hotel Central, Gurko Hotel, Hotel Kiev Free Parking, Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels and Hotel Concorde are all within about 0.4 km of the centre, while Hotel Studio, Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA, ARTE Hotel rooms & apartments and Family Hotel Silvestar are a little further out at 0.4 to 0.8 km. The group suits couples on a short break, families wanting pools and playgrounds, and business travellers who value free parking and a central address.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Studio
4 Todor Lefterov Str., Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHotel Studio puts guests 0.8 km from the centre of Veliko Turnovo, with free Wifi throughout and parking on site. Rooms come with air conditioning and a balcony, so you can step outside after a day of sightseeing. A garden and terrace add somewhere quiet to sit, and the bar handles drinks without leaving the property. At 4.7 out of 5 from 761 reviews, it suits couples and independent travellers who want a central base with a bit of outdoor space.
See Hotel StudioPark Hotel Asenevtsi
Opalchenska 77, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay herePark Hotel Asenevtsi is the pick here for families and anyone wanting to slow down: there is an outdoor pool with a pool bar, a playground for children, and family rooms, all 1.0 km from the centre. A restaurant and spa with sauna and massage cover the rest of the day. Free car parking and free Wifi come as standard, and the 4.6 rating is drawn from 1788 reviews, the largest guest sample in this list.
See Park Hotel AsenevtsiAgusta Hotel Garden & SPA
4 Tsvetarska Str., Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereWellness is the reason to choose Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA, 0.6 km from the centre. An indoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and massage sit alongside a fitness centre, and family rooms plus special diets on request make it workable for mixed groups. Guests also get free car parking and free Wifi. Its 4.6 rating comes from 410 reviews, so expect a calmer, smaller property than the big spa complexes.
See Agusta Hotel Garden & SPAARTE Hotel rooms & apartments
4 Stefan Stambolov Street, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereClosest to the centre of the hotels here at 0.4 km, ARTE Hotel rooms & apartments offers both rooms and apartments, with family rooms and a garden and terrace on site. Free Wifi, air conditioning, a minibar and a refrigerator in the room cover the essentials for longer stays, and parking is available. It scores 4.7 out of 5 from 131 reviews, which suits travellers who prefer a small property within walking distance of the old town.
See ARTE Hotel rooms & apartmentsGurko Hotel
33 General Gurko Str., Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
Why stay hereAt just 0.2 km from the centre, Gurko Hotel is the most central address on this list, and some rooms face the river. Guests get a restaurant on site, room service, breakfast in room and a terrace, with free car parking and free Wifi included. Family rooms and cots are available, and housekeeping keeps things in order. A rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 1077 reviews reflects a steady, well-used property.
See Gurko HotelEco Hotel Imenieto
Emen Village, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereEco Hotel Imenieto sits in Emen Village, 23.5 km from Veliko Turnovo, and is the choice for a countryside break. Archery, badminton, horse riding and bike rental keep active guests busy, while an outdoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and massage provide the slower option. A restaurant, games room, playground and pets allowed policy make it practical for families, and parking is free. It holds 4.5 out of 5 from 457 reviews.
See Eco Hotel ImenietoHotel Kiev Free Parking
4 Ploshtad Velchova Zavera, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel Kiev Free Parking stands on Ploshtad Velchova Zavera, 0.4 km from the centre, and free car parking plus free Wifi are included. Family rooms and a patio give groups room to spread out, and rooms have air conditioning, a balcony and a refrigerator. Laundry service and iron and board are useful on longer trips. It scores 4.5 out of 5 across 242 reviews, a good fit for drivers who want to park and walk into the centre.
See Hotel Kiev Free ParkingPark Hotel Sevastokrator
Ultisa Sveti Nikola 13, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
Why stay herePark Hotel Sevastokrator combines an outdoor pool, a restaurant and a garden on a site 2.8 km from the centre, with a playground and table tennis for children. Family rooms, cots and free car parking make it straightforward for those arriving by car, and breakfast is served. Free Wifi and a bar round things off. The 4.4 rating is based on 3646 reviews, the most reviewed hotel in this selection.
See Park Hotel SevastokratorHotel Central
17A Hadji Dimitar Str, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHotel Central lives up to its name at 0.1 km from the centre, putting guests right in the middle of Veliko Turnovo. Practical touches include a 24 hour front desk, car rental service, luggage storage and laundry service, plus air conditioning and a minibar in the room. Free Wifi is available and parking is offered. It rates 4.4 out of 5 from 414 reviews, well suited to travellers who want to be on foot from the moment they arrive.
See Hotel CentralFamily Hotel Silvestar
18 Silvestar Penov Str. 5000 Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Parking
- Lounge
- Pets allowed
Why stay hereFamily Hotel Silvestar is a small property 0.7 km from the centre, with family rooms, cots and pets allowed, so children and animals are both catered for. A lounge and terrace give guests somewhere to relax, and housekeeping, laundry service and iron and board help on longer stays. Free Wifi and garage parking are provided, and the hotel is wheelchair accessible. It scores 4.4 out of 5 from 318 reviews.
See Family Hotel SilvestarYantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels
Opulchenska Str. 2, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Pool and spa
- Indoor pool
- Spa
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereYantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels is the largest wellness option here, 0.4 km from the centre. An indoor pool, spa, sauna, steam room, solarium, massage and fitness centre fill the leisure side, and a restaurant, banquet facilities and room service handle dining. Family rooms, express check in and a 24 hour front desk suit both holiday and event stays. It holds 4.3 out of 5 from 2325 reviews.
See Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov HotelsHotel Izvora 2
1 Konstantin Rusevich Str., Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Outdoor pool
- Free car parking
- Breakfast in room
Why stay hereHotel Izvora 2 offers an outdoor pool and a restaurant 3.0 km from the centre, with free car parking and free Wifi, so a car makes the stay easy. Rooms include air conditioning, a balcony, a minibar and a refrigerator, and breakfast in room is available. Family rooms, room service and a 24 hour front desk add flexibility. It is rated 4.3 out of 5 across 2162 reviews.
See Hotel Izvora 2Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi
12 Panoramna Str, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Sauna
- Free car parking
Why stay hereComplex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi is set on Panoramna Str, 2.9 km from the centre, with indoor and outdoor pools, a kids pool, spa, sauna and steam room. Horse riding, a picnic area and a garden widen the options, and a restaurant and bars cover meals and drinks. Family rooms, free Wifi and free car parking make it manageable for groups. The 4.3 rating comes from 781 reviews.
See Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa ArbanasiHotel Concorde
14 Tzanko Tzerkovski Str., Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Sauna
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
Why stay hereHotel Concorde keeps guests 0.6 km from the centre, with a sauna, a restaurant and a garden on the property. Rooms have air conditioning, a minibar, a refrigerator and a balcony option, and there is a 24 hour front desk, express check in and room service. Free car parking and a car rental service help those exploring beyond the town. It rates 4.3 out of 5 from 754 reviews.
See Hotel ConcordePark Hotel RAYA Garden
Veliko Tarnovo, Veliko Turnovo, Bulgaria
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay herePark Hotel RAYA Garden puts a garden, playground and picnic area at the heart of the stay, 1.7 km from the centre. Bike rental, horse riding and fishing are on offer, and a restaurant with breakfast and room service, plus massage, cover quieter hours. Family rooms, free Wifi and free car parking suit those travelling together. At 4.3 out of 5 from 619 reviews, it appeals to guests who want green space around them.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Guest rating | Reviews | Parking | Breakfast | Pool or spa | Pets | To the centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Studio | ★★★ | 4.7 | 761 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.8 km |
| Park Hotel Asenevtsi | ★★★ | 4.6 | 1,788 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 1.0 km |
| Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA | ★★★ | 4.6 | 410 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| ARTE Hotel rooms & apartments | ★★★ | 4.7 | 131 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.4 km |
| Gurko Hotel | ★★★ | 4.5 | 1,077 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 0.2 km |
| Eco Hotel Imenieto | ★★★ | 4.5 | 457 | Yes | – | Yes | Yes | 23.5 km |
| Hotel Kiev Free Parking | ★★★ | 4.5 | 242 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.4 km |
| Park Hotel Sevastokrator | ★★★ | 4.4 | 3,646 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 2.8 km |
| Hotel Central | ★★★ | 4.4 | 414 | Yes | – | – | – | 0.1 km |
| Family Hotel Silvestar | ★★★ | 4.4 | 318 | Yes | – | – | Yes | 0.7 km |
| Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels | ★★★ | 4.3 | 2,325 | – | Yes | Yes | – | 0.4 km |
| Hotel Izvora 2 | ★★★ | 4.3 | 2,162 | Yes | Yes | Yes | – | 3.0 km |
| Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi | ★★★ | 4.3 | 781 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 2.9 km |
| Hotel Concorde | ★★★ | 4.3 | 754 | Yes | – | Yes | – | 0.6 km |
| Park Hotel RAYA Garden | ★★★ | 4.3 | 619 | Yes | Yes | – | – | 1.7 km |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Park Hotel Asenevtsi, Park Hotel Sevastokrator and Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi all provide family rooms, a playground and an outdoor pool, and Eco Hotel Imenieto at Emen Village adds a games room, archery and horse riding. Park Hotel Asenevtsi also has a spa, sauna and massage for the adults.
Park Hotel Asenevtsi · Park Hotel Sevastokrator · Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi · Eco Hotel Imenieto
Closest to the centre
Hotel Central is 0.1 km from the centre, Gurko Hotel 0.2 km, ARTE Hotel rooms & apartments and Hotel Kiev Free Parking 0.4 km, and Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels 0.4 km. All five keep you within a very short walk of the commercial centre, restaurants and the climb up to the historic quarter.
Hotel Central · Gurko Hotel · ARTE Hotel rooms & apartments · Hotel Kiev Free Parking · Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels
Best rated
Hotel Studio and ARTE Hotel rooms & apartments share the highest guest rating of 4.7 out of 5, followed by Park Hotel Asenevtsi and Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA at 4.6. Hotel Studio has the most reviews of these, 761, so its rating rests on plenty of stays.
Hotel Studio · ARTE Hotel rooms & apartments · Park Hotel Asenevtsi · Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA
For pools and spa
Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA has an indoor pool, a swimming pool, sauna, jacuzzi, massage and fitness centre, and Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels offers an indoor pool, spa, steam room, solarium and fitness centre. Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi, Park Hotel Asenevtsi, Park Hotel Sevastokrator and Hotel Izvora 2 add outdoor pools.
Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA · Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels · Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi · Park Hotel Asenevtsi · Park Hotel Sevastokrator · Hotel Izvora 2
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels is closest to the centre of Veliko Turnovo?
Hotel Central is 0.1 km from the centre, the shortest distance on this list, followed by Gurko Hotel at 0.2 km. ARTE Hotel rooms & apartments, Hotel Kiev Free Parking and Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels are all 0.4 km away.
Do the hotels have parking?
All the hotels on this shortlist except Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA list parking, and most go further: Park Hotel Asenevtsi, Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA, Gurko Hotel, Eco Hotel Imenieto, Hotel Kiev Free Parking, Park Hotel Sevastokrator, Hotel Izvora 2 and Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi name free car parking, and Gurko Hotel also offers valet parking.
Which hotels have a pool or a spa?
Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA has an indoor pool, a swimming pool and a spa with sauna, jacuzzi and massage. Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels adds an indoor pool, spa, steam room and solarium. Park Hotel Asenevtsi, Park Hotel Sevastokrator, Hotel Izvora 2, Eco Hotel Imenieto and Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi have outdoor pools; the last also has an indoor pool, kids pool, sauna and spa.
Are any of these hotels good for families?
Park Hotel Asenevtsi, Park Hotel Sevastokrator, Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi, Eco Hotel Imenieto and Hotel Izvora 2 list family rooms, and the first four also have a playground. Complex Bolyarsko selo & Spa Arbanasi goes furthest with a kids pool alongside its indoor and outdoor pools.
Can I bring a pet?
Eco Hotel Imenieto and Family Hotel Silvestar are the two hotels on this shortlist that state pets are allowed. If you are travelling with an animal, one of these two is the place to book.
Which hotel has the best guest rating?
Hotel Studio and ARTE Hotel rooms & apartments are tied at 4.7 out of 5, and Hotel Studio's score comes from 761 reviews. Park Hotel Asenevtsi and Agusta Hotel Garden & SPA follow at 4.6, with 1788 and 410 reviews respectively.
Is breakfast available at these hotels?
Park Hotel RAYA Garden and Park Hotel Sevastokrator list breakfast, while Hotel Studio names a buffet. Gurko Hotel, Yantra Grand Hotel sharlopov Hotels and Hotel Izvora 2 offer breakfast in room, and several hotels have a restaurant on site for other meals.
Do the hotels offer airport or station transfers?
Hotel Studio, Park Hotel Asenevtsi and Park Hotel RAYA Garden list a shuttle service, which is useful given that the bus and railway stations sit in the southern part of the city and Gorna Oryahovitsa Airport is about 10 kilometres away.