Rilski Manastir Travel Guide

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A beautiful monastery,  it is the Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila.  Very atmospheric and historic,  Well worth a visit, but get there early otherwise there are long queues to enter.
A beautiful monastery,  it is the Monastery of Saint Ivan of Rila.  Very atmospheric and historic,  Well worth a visit, but get there early otherwise there are long queues to enter.
Lovely viewing balcony, but we were not allowed up there due to repairs
I don't necessarily connect monasteries with religion. For me they are magical places ✨ Magical for their architecture, the atmosphere, the art and the minds behind all that. Can you imagine building a place like this deep into the woods... Only the people who had the need or the will used to visit them. ⠀
Now they are open to all of us and the best we can do is just to appreciate them!
The domes of the church "Nativity of the Virgin Mother" are one of the most distinguishable parts of the Rila Monastery.⠀
This is the main church in the monastery and was erected in 1837 after the demolishing of the original church.⠀
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The frescoes inside, the gold-plated iconostasis, the altars, and icons are amazing pieces of art! ⠀
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It was forbidden to take pictures inside the church but I can tell you - you will not get bored by the gold and the wood-carving! It's breathtaking! 🙌🏻🧡
Rilets Resort & Spa

Rilets Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
Rila Monastery, Rila National Park Rila Kyustendil
Stay at this spa hotel in Rila. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Rila Monastery and St Luke’s Hermitage & St Ivan’s Cave ...
This property is in need of lots of maintenance. Eg stair nosing were loose in many parts of the building, stains on the carpets in the eating areas. The bed in the double room had a bottom sheet that was unable to be tucked in so landed up sleeping on the mattress cover. How many other people have ...

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2019

Rilets Resort & Spa
Rila Hotel Borovets

Rila Hotel Borovets

4 out of 5
Borovets Resort Samokov Samokov
The price is AU$480 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
AU$480
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Samokov. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and Sitnyakovo ...
9/10 Wonderful! (167 reviews)
Good overall

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Rila Hotel Borovets
Mountain Dream Hotel

Mountain Dream Hotel

3 out of 5
Borovets Samokov Sofia Province
The price is AU$285 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
AU$285
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Samokov. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and Sitnyakovo ...
Mountain Dream Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Yagoda & Malina Villas

Yagoda & Malina Villas

3 out of 5
Borovets Samokov
Stay at this family-friendly villa in Samokov. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School ...
7.4/10 Good! (27 reviews)
Hotel is ok, bathroom was very old, no shower cabin, installations from the 90s

Reviewed on 1 July 2022

Yagoda & Malina Villas
Flora Residence Daisy

Flora Residence Daisy

5 out of 5
Main Street, next to children slope Samokov Sofia Province
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Samokov. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a sauna. Popular attractions Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and Sitnyakovo ...
7.6/10 Good! (5 reviews)
Nice property, clean and comfortable. Staff always happy to help

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Flora Residence Daisy
Ski Chalet With Sauna In The Centre Of Borovets

Ski Chalet With Sauna In The Centre Of Borovets

Borovets Sofia Province
Stay at this chalet in Samokov. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Yanakiev Ski and Snowboard School and Sitnyakovo ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews)
Very cozy and clean chalet
Everything was as described and the check in went very smoothly. A very friendly cleaning lady came by every day and helped us with clean towels, trash disposal and toilet paper.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2025

Ski Chalet With Sauna In The Centre Of Borovets
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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