Lion Hotel

“Exceeded my expectations”

Having spotted this hotel on a previous holiday to Bansko, my son (9) and I knew that if we returned, this is where we’d love to stay! Excellent location - far enough away from the hustle and bustle for the peace but close enough to walk it in 5 minutes. We were welcomed at 2am by complimentary … more

Having spotted this hotel on a previous holiday to Bansko, my son (9) and I knew that if we returned, this is where we’d love to stay! Excellent location - far enough away from the hustle and bustle for the peace but close enough to walk it in 5 minutes. We were welcomed at 2am by complimentary drinks. Check-in was quick and easy. We had a double/twin room. Very spacious with a bath and over shower, TV, mini-bar/fridge etc. The hotel is immaculate. Reception area with open fire and plenty of sofas/chairs/tables is great from a relax after a day on the slopes. The bar serves all kinds of drinks and has a great food menu (we had some snacks and were very well presented and tasty) prices are also very reasonable. Half board - breakfast was great. Something for everyone from a full English to continental, fruit etc. Evening meal was also fine. Not much of a children’s choice but there was something every night for all tastes. We ate out a few nights locally (again, silly cheap) Pool/spa area is lovely. The pool is a good size although can get busy later in the day but my son absolutely loved it. Free return transfer to the gondola on a regular basis but we walked as it was minutes. As for staff, of the staff we come into contact with, all were very friendly and helpful (shy if anything but once we made the effort, the reception was great). My only negatives would be…. 1) the heat in the rooms….. super stuffy! 2) bring your own hair dryer We have already booked our return visit to the Lion for next year. A great find and would highly recommend.

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“Good location and nice hotel.”

Lovely hotel and friendly staff. Good location, away from the hustle and bustle but only 8 minute walk to the Gondola, and easy to get into town at night. Provides a ski shuttle to the gondola in the morning which saved walking in ski boots. The food was lovely and drinks included at meal times w… more

Lovely hotel and friendly staff. Good location, away from the hustle and bustle but only 8 minute walk to the Gondola, and easy to get into town at night. Provides a ski shuttle to the gondola in the morning which saved walking in ski boots. The food was lovely and drinks included at meal times were a bonus. The only point is that it is a bit dated to be seen as a true 4* and the spa could do with a little refurb.

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“GOOD LOCATION”

The hotel is situated in a very good location as it is away from the hustle and bustle of the main town but close enough to walk into. The hotel has a spacious entrance with 2 real fires one of which was always lit in the evenings giving the lobby a cosy feel. All the public areas were very clean. … more

The hotel is situated in a very good location as it is away from the hustle and bustle of the main town but close enough to walk into. The hotel has a spacious entrance with 2 real fires one of which was always lit in the evenings giving the lobby a cosy feel. All the public areas were very clean. There was a good choice of food at breakfast however, instead of fresh juice fruit squashes were available. In the evening there was a good selection of salads and hot meals. The bedroom was spacious but a little bit tired looking. The lighting was dim so it was difficult to read at night and internet was sporadic at times. The hairdryer in the bathroom was barely adequate. There is a very basic gym and there are 2 saunas and a steam room. Care is required when using the steam room and saunas as it is very slippery as the water is not mopped up regularly.

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“Hotel was lovely, skiing not so much.”

Would just like to say what a lovely Hotel the Lion is. Rooms, food, staff, all great. From the start,to the end of our weeks skiing holiday, everything about the Hotel was lovely. Would definitely stay here again, if I ever choose to come back to Banksco. The spa area is great, after a mornings sk… more

Would just like to say what a lovely Hotel the Lion is. Rooms, food, staff, all great. From the start,to the end of our weeks skiing holiday, everything about the Hotel was lovely. Would definitely stay here again, if I ever choose to come back to Banksco. The spa area is great, after a mornings skiing.

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