Surrounded by pine forests, this hotel is situated in Borovets, 50 metres from the gondola lift and 250 metres from drag lifts It houses a spa centre and numerous restaurants At 1,300 metres above sea level, the alpine-style Hotel Samokov is 1 hours drive from Sofia It features a bowling alley as well as billiards and table tennis facilities The state-of-the-art thermal area includes a hammam, steam bath, Finnish sauna, foot baths with sea salts, a Kneipp pool and a relax area There is a gym, an indoor swimming pool and a beauty centre with cosmetic treatments and a hairdresser The rooms are equipped with minibars, satellite TV and bathtubs The balconies boast mountain views Hotel Samokovs Panorama Restaurant serves buffet breakfast and dinner as well as an a la carte menu The Barbecue Terrace next to the swimming pool offers grilled specialities, fresh salads and refreshing drinks The Samokov has a lobby bar serving cakes, sweets and various cocktails as well as a Sports Bar next to the gym