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Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena

5.0 star property
Luxurious slopeside hotel with 3 restaurants

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool loungers
Exterior
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Poolside bar
2 bars/lounges, poolside bar
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena sits in a shopping district with convenient ski-in/ski-out access for downhill enthusiasts. Guests can book facials or hot stone massages at the spa, browse designer stores, and grab coffee at two on-site cafes.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Room service
The current price is €171
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room

Spa

The on-site spa has 13 treatment rooms including couples treatment rooms. The property's spa offers deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and sports massages. Types of treatments available include aromatherapy, body scrubs, body wraps, and facials. Other on-site facilities include a steam room and a sauna.

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, hot tub, steam room

Room options

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, City View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Mountain View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Superior Room, 2 Single Beds, Mountain View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 36 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Single Beds, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 38 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Located in Bansko, Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena is in the entertainment district and in the mountains. Bansko Ski Resort and Bansko Gondola Lift are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit SkiBansko by Traventuria and Ski Bansko. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing lessons, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowshoeing.
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Map
Pirin Street 96, Bansko, 2770

What's nearby

  • Bansko Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bansko Gondola Lift - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Vihren - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Paisii Hilendarski Historical Center - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ski Bansko - 17 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Sofia (SOF) - 140 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Baba Vuno - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chateau Antique - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Теменуга - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Euphoria - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The House - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena

Luxury eco-certified hotel in a shopping district
Consider a stay at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena and take advantage of a free breakfast buffet, a poolside bar and a terrace. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel, which offers ski-in/ski-out access, downhill skiing and a ski shuttle. Treat yourself to a facial, a hot stone massage or a body treatment at the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Enjoy the health club, as well as activities, such as hiking/biking and archery. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with designer shops on-site and 2 coffee shops/cafes.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sunloungers and a lifeguard on site
  • Bike hire, an outdoor tennis court and valet parking (surcharge)
  • A round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge), babysitting (surcharge) and concierge services
  • A billiards/pool table, a front desk safe and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All 123 rooms have comforts, such as 24-hour room service and pillow menus, in addition to thoughtful touches, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
Other amenities include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Eco-friendly toiletries, deep-soaking baths and hairdryers
  • 27-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, balconies and childcare services

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in EarthCheck – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Parking on site (EUR 5 per day)
  • Valet parking on site (EUR 10 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • 3 restaurants
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Come Prima Restaurant
  • Gallery Restaurant
  • Sushi Bar and Teppanyaki

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Designer stores
  • Downhill skiing
  • Evening entertainment
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Piano
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room babysitting
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lifeguards on site
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,691 square feet of conference space
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 13 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Reflexology
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Thai massages
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 5 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2005
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Lifeguards
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 27-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night, plus a one-off cleaning fee of EUR 25
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 1.23 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 180 per person (one-way)
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 5 per day
  • Valet parking fee: EUR 10 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night plus a one-off EUR 25 cleaning fee
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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 EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from June to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on 31 December
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
Guests under 14 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Arena Grand Hotel
Grand Arena Hotel
Grand Hotel Arena
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Kempinski Grand Arena
Kempinski Grand Arena Bansko
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Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko
Kempinski Hotel Bansko
Kempinski Resort Grand Arena
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Frequently asked questions

Does Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

As of 4 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena on 8 Sept 2025 start from €169.00, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per night. A cleaning fee of EUR 25 also applies. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

Self-parking is available for EUR 5 per day. Valet parking is available for EUR 10 per day.

What time is check-in at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 180 per person applies.

Where is Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out hotel in Bansko is within a 5-minute walk of Bansko Ski Resort and Bansko Gondola Lift, and is convenient for winter sports, such as skiing lessons and snowshoeing. SkiBansko by Traventuria and Vihren are also within 10 minutes.

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Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 237 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 306 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

shaul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great resort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well presented hotel with great facilities and good access to town and mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Julian Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely staff.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bilyana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay

Great stay, everything was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

avraham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning place, amazing staff, excellent service, perfect breakfast, room staff, food, go out of their way to serve you Perfect place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Atanas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spa was nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel and a great location

It was a great vacation
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay and amazing location. I would definitely return again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Aviad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Good ski resort

Best hotel in the area. Excellent facilities (SPA, restaurants and ski services). Superb location ( pretty much on the main ski lift). Outdated rooms. Staff experience varies: some are great (reception, concierge and breakfast), some are simply unpleasant, inefficient and outright seemed annoyed by their job serving guests…(especially the SPA and the lobby lounge)
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

5 night vegan get away

Amazon staff, perfect location, amazing views. Some good vegan food options, it room for more.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great ski hotel

Very good stay right on the ski slopes, great wellness facilities after days of skiing. Outstanding breakfast. Very professional and helpful staff. Probably better visited outside school holidays as it gets very busy and slopes are crowded.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fantastic hotel located right next to the Bansko gondola. The staff are attentive, friendly and go out of their way to make your stay amazing. The room (alpine suite) was spacious and clean with an amazing bathroom with its own whirlpool bath and sauna. The spa was great but a bit disappointing that some facilities were not operating due to a technical fault but at least we had a personal sauna in our room. The buffet breakfast was incredible, one of the biggest selections I've ever seen - all fresh and well stocked even towards the end of breakfast service. If you are heading to Bansko then this hotel comes highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best customer service ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The hotel has no air conditioning so beware if you go in the summer...it can be very uncomfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Forum

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Luxury

We are vegetarians and food can be an issue, the staff took great care in curating a vegetarian feast and all our dietary restrictions were accommodated. Massive thanks to the entire F&B team, Ovo for meeting every request, Alexandra for coordinating our reservations, Alex, Persian and Omer for brilliant recommendations. Sara at reception and the entire team. We had a wonderful stay and look forward to seeing you all soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivaylo

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lulzim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Koray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

revital

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Konum çok iyi, otel çalışanları ilgili ve nazik, temiz, kahvalti yeterli. Yatakları daha rahat olabilir.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

HAMI ARDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025