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Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko Bulgaria

96, Pirin Street, Bansko, Bulgaria, 2770
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Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko in Bulgaria provides 157 elegant rooms and suites, each with private balcony, including breathtaking views to the town of Bansko or towards the marvellous Pirin Mountains. Stay in comfort and sense the purity of the mountain paradise. Experience a world of unparalleled luxury and style. Discover the glory of our stunning nature that ancient Bulgarian legends speak of. Whether you are looking to host a top management board meeting in one of our functional conference rooms or a small private event in our luxurious Presidential suite, our dedicated team of professionals would be happy to anticipate any special requests to make your business trip to Bansko most enjoyable and successful.

Venue Details

ChainKempinski Hotels
BrandKempinski Hotels
Built2005
Renovated-
Total meeting space2,529 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms157
Venue typeResort

Industry Ratings

Northstar

Amenities

Room features and guest services
  • Concierge services
  • Internet access
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Room service
  • View (garden)
  • View (mountain)
  • View (urban)
  • Voicemail box
Facilities
  • Onsite catering
  • Onsite gift shop
  • Onsite restaurant
  • Onsite security
  • Outside caterers allowed
  • Pet friendly
  • Rental car service

Meeting rooms

Total meeting space
2,529 sq. ft.
Largest room
3,767.4 sq. ft.
Meeting rooms
7
Second largest room
1,722.2 sq. ft.
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Meeting space

Name
Room size
Ceiling height
Maximum capacity
U-Shape
Banquet rounds
Cocktail rounds
Theater
Classroom
Boardroom
Hollow square
Perimeter seating
Royal conference
Pirin Meeting room
1,227.1 sq. ft.
54.8 x 22.5 sq. ft.
7.5 ft.
120
50
70
100
120
70
40
-
70
-
Vitosha Boardroom
602.8 sq. ft.
27.2 x 22.6 sq. ft.
7.5 ft.
40
25
30
30
40
25
20
24
-
40
Olympia Meeting room
1,722.2 sq. ft.
52.5 x 32.8 sq. ft.
7.9 ft.
180
42
80
100
180
70
40
48
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Rila Boardroom
312.2 sq. ft.
23.0 x 13.5 sq. ft.
7.4 ft.
20
8
-
15
20
12
12
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Mezzanine Foyer
3,767.4 sq. ft.
91.9 x 41.0 sq. ft.
8.2 ft.
200
-
130
200
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Bella Vista Terrace
5,812.5 sq. ft.
59.1 x 98.4 sq. ft.
-
150
-
100
150
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Guest rooms

Total guest rooms
157
Tax rate
20%
Occupancy rate
40%

Location

Getting Here

Distance from airport 93.21 mi
Parking in the area
Paid parking
Valet parking

Local Attractions

Excurions
Excurions
Historical landmark
Discover some of the most fascinating and interesting places in the region, like Rila and Rozhen Monastery, Melnik, Dobarsko and the authentic villages of Leshten, Kovachevitsa and Ognyanovo.
Razlog Municipality
BG
Adventure Park
Adventure Park
Park
7 kms
The adventure rope park in Dobrinishte offers a variety of outdoor adventure activities. It consists of two rope parks, an alpine wall, two trolleys and an inflatable castle for the little ones. The small rope park is for children from 5 to 12 years old and is combined with a 35 m trolley. The large park is a serious challenge, combined with a 55-meter trolley. The climbing wall has four levels of difficulty from beginner enthusiasts to highly advanced.
Dobrinishte, BG
Rila Fun Park
Rila Fun Park
Park
20 kms
RILA FUN PARK is a mountain amusement park, offering an extremely fun and safe ride with alpine coasters. The cart is a two-seater, similar to a sled and moves on pipe rails located on a hill. It has a regulated speed that prevents the rider from passing over 40 km/h. RILA Fun Park has a total length of 1400 m, of which 1000 m are freely controlled rides. The Park is located near the town of Belitsa.
Belitsa, BG
Hiking
Hiking
Park
Bansko is situated in the territory of Pirin National Park, which makes it a perfect place for hiking. There are many hiking trails nearby that you can explore and discover the beauty of the Pirin Mountains. Some of the more popular hikes are the ones to Muratovo, the Eye and the Fish Lakes, and to Vihren Peak.
Pirin National Park
Bansko, BG 2770
Tubing
Tubing
Park
If you prefer to stay dry you can enjoy some tubing - the ski lane will take you to the top of the slide where you get down with a rubber tube and helmet, which you will get on the spot.
Banderishka Polyana
Bansko, BG 2770
Longest Water Slide
Longest Water Slide
Park
The longest water slide in Europe is located in the heart of Pirin Mountain on Bunderishka Polyana! Its over 400 meters length guarantees you an adrenaline rush right at the foot of Pirin’s highest peaks.
Banderishka Polyana
Bansko, BG 2770
Belitsa Bear Sanctuary
Belitsa Bear Sanctuary
Park
20 kms
Looking for the perfect activity for yourself and your children? Do not miss the BEAR SANCTUARY Belitsa, which Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko’s team visits every year with a truck of goods.
Belitsa, BG
Baykusheva's Pine Tree
Baykusheva's Pine Tree
Park
The oldest coniferous tree in Bulgaria is situated in the Pirin Mountains. It is approximately 1,300 years old. Don’t miss out on visiting this famous natural landmark during your stay at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko.
Pirin National Park
Bansko, BG 2770
Fitness Centre
Fitness Centre
Recreation
Whether you wish to stay fit, improve your tone or prepare for a marathon, our 24 hours gym has the perfect conditions for the training, discipline and confidence you need to achieve your sporting goals.
96 Pirin Street
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko
Bansko, BG 2770
Jogging
Jogging
Recreation
Keep your lifestyle active even when on holiday! Start your day with a jogging session that will let you stay in perfect shape while enjoying the beautiful mountainous surroundings and crystal-clear air.
Bansko, BG 2770
Tennis
Tennis
Recreation
Do you like outdoor sports? Along with the multiple ways to stay active in the Pirin Mountains, you can also take advantage of the excellent tennis facilities at the hotel. Our spa team will provide you with the necessary equipment.
96 Pirin Street
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko
Bansko, BG 2770
Rafting
Rafting
Recreation
70 kms
You can combine your stay with us with an incredible adventure – rafting on Struma Kresna Gorge. The Struma cuts the mountain and forms an attractive-looking extreme experience on the rapids. Rafting is a highly dynamic activity that is always unique.
Kresna, BG
Mountain Biking
Mountain Biking
Recreation
Stay active during your stay and explore the beauty of Bansko on wheels! Bicycles are available for our guests free of charge to maintain a healthy lifestyle and discover new adventures. The region offers mountain biking routes for everyone – from beginners to advanced bikers.
Bansko, BG 2770
Horse Riding
Horse Riding
Recreation
The perfect way for families to unveil the splendour of the local region and enjoy the serenity of the mountains is, without a doubt, a horse-riding session. There are several horse-riding stables near Bansko, where it’s possible to take lessons or hire horses to go for an accompanied ride.
Bansko, BG 2770
Canyoning
Canyoning
Park
Canyoning is an extreme form of entertainment that will provide you with a nice surge of emotions on hot summer days. A little bit of fear, mild use of the muscles and lots of fun - it's canyoning.
Bansko, BG 2770
Rock Climbing
Rock Climbing
Park
Take a walk in the foothills of the Pirin Mountains and discover The Caves region. It is famous not only for the amazing views it offers but also for being the best place for rock climbing. Are you enthusiastic to give climbing a try?
Bansko, BG 2770
Offroad Jeep Safari
Offroad Jeep Safari
Recreation
Conquer the Pirin Mountains with a variety of 4×4 tours. For lovers of extreme adventures and adrenaline, an off-road jeep safari around Bansko is not to be missed. You will have the chance to unveil places and sights inaccessible in any other way. Indulge in this unforgettable extreme experience and enjoy breathtaking scenery.
Bansko, BG 2770
ATV Tour
ATV Tour
Recreation
If you are looking for a new way to explore the natural wonderlands of Pirin and Rila Mountains, we recommend you an adrenaline-filled ATV tour. Only in few European places you’ll meet mules, sheep and shepherds while driving a 4-wheel-drawn ATV, so make sure you do not miss it out!
Bansko, BG 2770
E-Bikes
E-Bikes
Recreation
For your unforgettable mountain adventures, the operator of the resort – company ULEN provides you with the opportunity to hire mountain or city E-bikes.
Bansko, BG 2770
Old Town of Bansko
Old Town of Bansko
Bansko is known for its picturesque Old Town, which attracts by its preserved architecture, traditions and local cuisine. Strolling around narrow cobbled streets in absolute peace and tranquility you will notice the beautiful architecture in Bulgarian Revival style, historical monuments and traditional local restaurants.
Bansko, BG 2770
Bansko Sightseing Tour
Bansko Sightseing Tour
Museum
Just a few of the places that must be seen are the Holy Trinity Church, the museum houses of Neofit Rilski and Nikola Vaptsarov, the Velyanova House Museum, the historic-ethnographic complex "Radonova Kashta", the Permanent Icon exhibition, the monument of Saint Paisius of Hilendar and many more.
Bansko, BG 2770
Neofit Rilski Museum
Neofit Rilski Museum
Museum
The House Museum of Neofit Rilski (1793 – 1881), the founder of secular education in Bulgaria and the first Bulgarian encyclopaedist, is situated next to the Holy Trinity Church in Bansko. The building is also known as Beninata kashta (Benin’s House) and was constructed in the 18th century.
17 Pirin Str.
Bansko, BG
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Holy Trinity Church
Holy Trinity Church
Historical landmark
The “Holy Trinity” Compound Temple is one of the greatest historic and cultural landmarks of the town of Bansko. The church presents a masterpiece of beautiful synthesis between architectural space, woodcarving, frescos and icons. Its impressive silhouette is in perfect harmony with 30 meter high bell tower built in close proximity.
Holy Trinity Church
Bansko, BG

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Cancellation Policy

45 days prior to the arrival date - cancellation fee 50% of the entire stay; 30 days prior to the arrival date - cancellation fee 100% of the entire stay.

Additional details

The town of Bansko is situated at the north-eastern foot of Pirin beneath the highest and the most beautiful Karst part of the mountain. Bansko is one of the biggest winter resorts in the country. If you add to this its architectural and historical value, Bansko is the pearl in the Bulgarian necklace. The most impressive one of the surroundings of Bansko is the legendary mountain of Pirin. To the south of Bansko is the Pirin National Park. Mountain and the park are the alpine type glacier forms. The highest peak there is Vihren – 2915m. At the foot of the peaks in the park, there are more than 180 circus lakes. The biggest groups of lakes are Bandarishki, Vasilashki, Strazishki, Todorini, Valjavishki, Popovi, Kremenski, Prevalski, Polenski and Vlahini.

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Sustainable Practices

Please provide comments or a link to any publicly communicated Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko Bulgaria's sustainability or social impact goals/strategy.
Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko is committed to achieving best practice environmental and social sustainability and has partnered with EarthCheck, the world's leading Benchmarking and Certification provider.
Does Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko Bulgaria have a strategy that focuses on the elimination and diversion of waste (i.e. plastics, papers, cardboard, etc.)? If yes, please elaborate on your strategy of elimination and diversion of waste.
No response.

Diversity and Inclusion

For US hotels only, is Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko Bulgaria and/or parent company certified as a 51% diverse owned business enterprise (BE)? If yes, please indicate which one of the following you are certified as:
No response.
If applicable, could you please provide a link to Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko Bulgaria's public report on their commitments and initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion?
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Health and Safety

Were practices at Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko Bulgaria developed based on health service recommendations from public governmental entities or private organizations? If Yes, please list which organizations were used to develop these practices.
Yes, Kempinski White Gloves service and Local Health authorities.
Does Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko Bulgaria clean and sanitize public areas and publicly accessible facilities (i.e. meeting rooms, restaurants, elevator banks, etc.)? If yes, describe any new measures that are taken.
Yes, Sanitising scheme and schedule as per Diversey, Kempinski White Gloves service and Local Health authorities.
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