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96 Pirin Street
Bansko
Bulgaria
Tel: 359 7443 8888
Until recently a quiet little village of stone houses and mehanas (low-roofed taverns), Bansko is currently the Continent's hot ski destination, and its first high-end hotel is a 159-room complex of five chalet-style buildings adjacent to the state-of-the-art ski lift. Aside from the usual blond oak and knotty pine typical of European ski resorts, the Grand Arena makes an effort to relate to the historic old town, a ten-minute walk away, with hand-painted paneling in the dining rooms and wooden tiles in the bathrooms. Storage-friendly guest rooms come with separate tubs—essential for soaking sore muscles.
When to go: December through April, for ski season; summer is popular with hikers.
Which room to book: Nos. 145, 147, 149, 155, 157, and 159, mountain-facing doubles in Building One (doubles, $150–$300).
Amenities:
24-hour Room Service,
Bar/lounge,
Gym,
Pool,
Spa
Information may have changed since date of publication. Please confirm details with individual establishments before planning your trip.
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