Title: Hotel Friends Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Friends Family-friendly ski hotel with indoor pool ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23174000/23173967/73a05c47.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Standard Double Room | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23174000/23173967/c1887c10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23174000/23173967/3c649f0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Executive lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23174000/23173967/6448ecc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23174000/23173967/df595b26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Friends offers a free breakfast buffet and international dishes. Relax in the sauna, steam room, or book a massage. Enjoy nearby slopes with ski rentals/storage. Features include an indoor pool, kids' arcade, and adult bar. 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Room service - Breakfast included - Spa - 24/7 front desk - Pool ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct 17 - Oct 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=23173967&PinnedHotelID=23173967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=23173967&PinnedHotelID=23173967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct 18 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=23173967&PinnedHotelID=23173967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=23173967&PinnedHotelID=23173967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=23173967&PinnedHotelID=23173967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=23173967&PinnedHotelID=23173967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct 24 - Oct 26](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=23173967&PinnedHotelID=23173967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=23173967&PinnedHotelID=23173967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Double Room | Minibar, desk, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23180000/23174000/23173967/906a8e86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Double Room ### Highlights Balcony or patio Separate sitting area Soundproofed Heating Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Minibar - 323 sq ft - City view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBansko-Hotels-Hotel-Friends.h23173967.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBansko-Hotels-Hotel-Friends.h23173967.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.82863%2C23.48207&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=w4r_AnE9d_m9rtdBc0wjr0-HkqM=) 2 Raina Kniaginia street, Bansko, 2770 #### What's nearby - Bansko Ski Resort - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Vihren - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Bansko Gondola Lift - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles - Paisii Hilendarski Historical Center - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles - Ski Bansko - 17 min drive - 5.5 miles #### Getting around - Sofia (SOF) - 140 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Chateau Antique - ‬2 min walk - ‪Теменуга - ‬4 min walk - ‪STATION Bansko “Coffee & Snacks made with love” - ‬5 min walk - ‪Пирин 75 - ‬4 min walk - ‪Stone Flower Barbeque - ‬6 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Friends Family-friendly hotel At Hotel Friends, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a garden and an arcade/games room. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel, which offers a free ski shuttle, ski equipment hire and ski storage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a massage. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Hotel Friends Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a bar and a free children's club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. Other perks at this hotel include: - An indoor pool - Free self-parking - Bike hire, a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and express check-out - Express check-in, a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property Room features All guest rooms at Hotel Friends boast thoughtful touches, such as separate sitting areas, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. More conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries - 21-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Balconies or patios, separate sitting areas and free infant beds ## Similar properties ![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10020000/10018000/10018000/d718b05e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MPM Guinness Bansko - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Kids pool 7.0 Good 20 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=10018000&PinnedHotelID=10018000&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sauna, hot tub, steam room, body treatments, body wraps, body scrubs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17230000/17225300/17225264/8bbf0946.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amira Boutique Hotel Bansko - Pool - Breakfast included - Spa - Kids pool 9.2 Wonderful 72 reviews £91 includes taxes & fees 25 Oct - 26 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-25&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=17225264&PinnedHotelID=17225264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Indoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/17000000/16780000/16778700/16778662/bf6bfffe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kap House Hotel Bansko - 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Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Pet-friendly 7.4 Good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=13218715&PinnedHotelID=13218715&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99900000/99893500/99893432/37bee79a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Guest House Anex Bansko - Free WiFi - Laundry - Babysitting - Soundproof rooms 8.2 Very good 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-31&endDate=2025-11-01&selected=99893432&PinnedHotelID=99893432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge - Free ski shuttle - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site parking ### Food and drink - Free buffet breakfast available daily 8 AM to 10 AM - A bar/lounge - A restaurant ### Restaurants on site - Hotel Friends Restaurant ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Bicycle rentals - Free children's club - Indoor pool - Sauna - Ski equipment rentals - Ski storage - Steam room ### Family friendly - Arcade/game room - Free children's club - In-room cot - Indoor pool - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden ### Spa - Massage - Spa services ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 1 building - 4 floors - Built in 2008 - Smoke-free property - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Free cot ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer (on request) - Private bathroom - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 21-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Desk - Heating - Phone - Separate sitting area - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight Late check-in fee Express check-in available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome 1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room Free cots are available on request at the property ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.77 per person, per night We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 90 per vehicle (one-way) - Late check-in fee The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Hotel Friends Bansko Friends Bansko Hotel Friends Hotel Hotel Friends Bansko Hotel Friends Hotel Bansko ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Friends have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. ### Is Hotel Friends pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Hotel Friends? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hotel Friends? > Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight. ### What time is check-out at Hotel Friends? > Checkout is at noon. ### Does Hotel Friends provide a shuttle to the airport? > Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 90 per vehicle applies. ### Where is Hotel Friends located? > Conveniently located near the ski slopes, this Bansko hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Bansko Ski Resort, Bansko Gondola Lift and Vihren. SkiBansko by Traventuria and Museum of Otets Paisii Hilendarski are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hotel Friends Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 6.0 Staff & service ### 4.0 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alla 28 Mar 2022 ##### Alla Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Verified traveller 10 Aug 2018 Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### hotel simple mais calme hotel calme,un peu à l'écart du centre ville. les équipements sont un peu limite...notament la douche qui inonde à chaque fois la salle de bains connexion wifi pas toujours de qualité ##### Verified traveller Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Street](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Street-Hotels.d182663.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Lace Market Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nottingham-Hotels-Lace-Market-Hotel.h462414.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Perla Beach Luxury](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Primorsko-Hotels-Hotel-Perla-Beach-Luxury.h37154278.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Manchester Emirates Old Trafford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Manchester-Emirates-Old-Trafford.h7738637.Hotel-Information) > > [Aphrodite Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nessebar-Hotels-Aphrodite-Beach-Hotel.h2794153.Hotel-Information) > > [Santa Marina Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sozopol-Hotels-Santa-Marina-Holiday-Village.h1523184.Hotel-Information) > > [MPM Hotel Arsena](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nessebar-Hotels-MPM-Hotel-Arsena-Ultra-All-Inclusive.h17278980.Hotel-Information) > > [Romantic Hotels in Northumberland](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Northumberland-Romantic-Hotel.0-0-d6046225-tRomanticHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [TravelodgeUK Hotels in Edinburgh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Edinburgh-Hotels-Travelodge-UK.0-0-d6069845--bTravelodgeUK.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Sol Nessebar Palace - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nessebar-Hotels-Sol-Nessebar-Palace-All-Inclusive.h1409522.Hotel-Information) > > [Sol Nessebar Mare](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nessebar-Hotels-Sol-Nessebar-Mare.h1409475.Hotel-Information) > > [Sol Nessebar Bay - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nessebar-Hotels-Sol-Nessebar-Bay-All-Inclusive.h1409491.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Queens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Benidorm-Hotels-Queens-Hotel.h15251849.Hotel-Information) > > [Bahia Principe Grand La Romana - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Bahia-Principe-Grand-La-Romana-All-Inclusive.h1887859.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel Birmingham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Birmingham-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-Birmingham.h4238758.Hotel-Information) > > [SAHARA Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Las-Vegas-Hotels-SAHARA-Las-Vegas.h20194.Hotel-Information) > > [Festa Via Pontica](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Pomorie-Hotels-Festa-Via-Pontica.h2900418.Hotel-Information) > > [Aqua Paradise Resort - Hotel & Aquapark - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ravda-Hotels-Aqua-Paradise-Resort-Hotel-Aquapark.h57159405.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Lagos](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lagos-Hotels.d5292.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotel Arc de Triomphe Etoile](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Hotel-Arc-De-Triomphe-Etoile.h562166.Hotel-Information) > > [AluaSoul Mallorca Resort - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santanyi-Hotels-AluaSoul-Mallorca-Resort-Adults-Only.h1156906.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Liverpool (LPL) to Reus (REU)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lpl/reu/liverpool-to-reus) > > [Flights from Birmingham (BHX) to Sarajevo (SJJ)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bhx/sjj/birmingham-to-sarajevo) > > [Flights from Manchester (MAN) to Kraków (KRK)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/man/krk/manchester-to-krakow) > > [Flights from Edinburgh (EDI) to Bergerac (EGC)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/edi/egc/edinburgh-to-bergerac) > > [Flights from Prague (PRG) to Paisley (GLA)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/prg/gla/prague-to-glasgow) ### Cars > [Car hire in Leek](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Leek.d6347643.Car-Hire-Guide) ### General > [Visit Hyderabad](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hyderabad.dx1438)