Title: Visit Balkan Mountains: Best of Balkan Mountains Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Balkan Mountains](https://expedia.com/Balkan-Mountains-Hotels.d553248629820873676.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Balkan Mountains](https://expedia.com/Balkan-Mountains-Vacation-Rentals.d553248629820873676.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Balkan Mountains](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Balkan-Mountains.d553248629820873676.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Balkan Mountains](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Balkan-Mountains.d553248629820873676.Car-Rental-Guide)[Balkan Mountains Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Balkan-Mountains.d553248629820873676.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Balkan Mountains ## Travel Guide ![Panoramic landscape of the western Rhodope Mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248629820873676/d415a799-3112-4f1f-b72d-2840bbbb24ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Panoramic landscape of the western Rhodope Mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248629820873676/d415a799-3112-4f1f-b72d-2840bbbb24ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The perfect weather and the perfect place. 🌈🎨](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000043477/5830b091-fe9c-4e97-b478-b6ca19c9cff0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The beautiful cute village of Zheravna.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000043477/d0cebc66-02dc-4111-8fa9-6e02160911bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A memorial to all those who died fighting for the freedom of Bulgaria and a place with great views. #BVStrove](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/663868235896508416/9336b5e0-b01e-44dc-85dd-88e454a6eccd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Balkan Mountains Things to do - Balkan Mountains Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Balkan Mountains ![Kings Valley Medical & Spa Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87830000/87823400/87823397/73f6ba98_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kings Valley Medical & Spa Hotel 22 Izvora Street Kazanlak Stara Zagora Province Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $157 nightly $173 total Mar 3 - Mar 4 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Kazanlak. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Open Market and Iskra Historical Museum ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews) The room was clean and spacious. Reviewed on Jan 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F3%2F2026&endDate=3%2F4%2F2026&selected=87823397&PinnedHotelID=87823397&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248629820873676) ![Sofia Balkan Palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2000/1978/b6f761b2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sofia Balkan Palace 5 Sveta Nedelya Square Sofia Sofia $123 nightly $137 total Mar 8 - Mar 9 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews) Dust on light fixtures Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=1978&PinnedHotelID=1978&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248629820873676) ![Grand Hotel Sofia](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1160000/1156200/1156140/ce50095c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Grand Hotel Sofia 1 Gurko Str Sofia $134 nightly $149 total Feb 28 - Mar 1 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Sofia. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Probably the best hotel in Sofia. Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F28%2F2026&endDate=3%2F1%2F2026&selected=1156140&PinnedHotelID=1156140&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248629820873676) [See all 2,519 properties in Balkan Mountains](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=2%2F6%2F2026&endDate=2%2F7%2F2026®ionId=553248629820873676) 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. ![Sevtopolis Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103150000/103140300/103140252/4d516335_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sevtopolis Apartments Progres Kazanlak Stara Zagora Book a stay at this luxury apartment in Kazanlak. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and Netflix. Popular attractions Open Market and Iskra Historical Museum ... 10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews) Location was good, but needed better directions there. ENTRANCE IS BETWEEN A cafe shop and Post office. This would have been helpful. Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Kazanlak-Hotels-Sevtopolis-Apartments.h103140252.Hotel-Information) ![Dunav Apartment House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64610000/64609800/64609777/40c28a65_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dunav Apartment House Dunav street 38 Sofia Sofia City Province Stay at this aparthotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room massages, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Saint Sofia Monument and Sveta Petka Samardjiyska ... 9/10 Wonderful! (32 reviews) Central location, the facilities were good enough. Reception works 9 to 5, and as we arrived after 5 we were given instructions on how to check in and which apartment to go to. When we went to that apartment, however, it was already occupied by other people 😁. In the end we managed to find the apartment ... Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Sofia-Hotels-CityResidence-Aparthotel.h64609777.Hotel-Information) ![Agora Boutique](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100720000/100714600/100714540/f00fdb0a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Agora Boutique 16 Uzundzhovska str Sofia Sofia Stay at this aparthotel in Sofia. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Ethnographic Institute with Museum and ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews) We had a great stay at this hotel, which is right on the corner with Vitosha street. Great location, walkable to all the main attractions. Plenty of restaurants nearby. The room was also great, there is an AC. We could leave our bags at reception after check-out. Breakfast was at a nearby cafe Memento ... 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Balkan Mountains hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248629820873676&startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06)[Feb 5 - Feb 6](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248629820873676&startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248629820873676&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07)[Feb 6 - Feb 7](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248629820873676&startDate=2026-02-06&endDate=2026-02-07) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248629820873676&startDate=2%2F6%2F2026&endDate=2%2F8%2F2026)[Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248629820873676&startDate=2%2F6%2F2026&endDate=2%2F8%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248629820873676&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248629820873676&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Etâr Ethnographic Village Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in Etâr Ethnographic Village Museum during your travels in Gabrovo. Amble around the area's forest or experience its museums. [](https://expedia.com/Etar-Ethnographic-Village-Museum-Gabrovo.d553248621533038910.Vacation-Attraction) #### Uzana Ski Resort Hit the slopes in Gabrovo with a visit to Uzana Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Uzana-Ski-Resort-Gabrovo.d6097926.Vacation-Attraction) #### Buzludzha Monument You can learn about the history of Kazanlak with a trip to Buzludzha Monument. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Buzludzha-Monument-Kazanlak.d553248621532502722.Vacation-Attraction) #### Vocational School of Computer Technology Explore the campus of Vocational School of Computer Technology, during your trip to Pravets. While you're in the area, wander around the parks. [](https://expedia.com/Vocational-School-Of-Computer-Technology-Pravets.d553248624831328874.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lyuben Karavelov Museum You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lyuben Karavelov Museum during your trip to Koprivshtitsa. Discover the area's museums and monuments. [](https://expedia.com/Lyuben-Karavelov-Museum-Koprivshtitsa.d553248621532502705.Vacation-Attraction) #### Magura cave Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Magura cave during your travels in Belogradchik. Take in the art scene while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Magura-Cave-Belogradchik.d553248635939591595.Vacation-Attraction) ## Cities near Balkan Mountains ![Ivan Vazov National Theatre which includes heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6097820/e84c7119-8c1f-4bb6-91b5-7cb881e80956.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sofia ![Adobe](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4209/6e7f5e6c-5c8a-4063-9ad7-54d3e525a33e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Veliko Tarnovo ![Stara Zagora Bulgaria aerial panorama view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9978/8d244961-c15a-4c1c-8a85-629025d216b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Stara Zagora ![Targovishte Bulgaria drone aerial panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10051/80b3229f-95b7-49a7-bef2-53e64dd54d8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Targovishte - Cities near Balkan Mountains - Places of interest [Sofia](https://expedia.com/Sofia.dx3235)[Veliko Tarnovo](https://expedia.com/Veliko-Tarnovo.dx4209)[Stara Zagora](https://expedia.com/Stara-Zagora.dx9978)[Targovishte](https://expedia.com/Targovishte.dx10051)[Karlovo](https://expedia.com/Karlovo.dx500338)[Gabrovo](https://expedia.com/Gabrovo.dx500339)[Pleven](https://expedia.com/Pleven.dx500340)[Dragoman](https://expedia.com/Dragoman.dx6023316)[Pomorie](https://expedia.com/Pomorie.dx6035194)[Shumen](https://expedia.com/Shumen.dx6047362)[Hisarja](https://expedia.com/Hisarja.dx6051572)[Troyan](https://expedia.com/Troyan.dx6053976)[Bozhentsi](https://expedia.com/Bozhentsi.dx6054080)[Ihtiman](https://expedia.com/Ihtiman.dx6140919)[Sevlievo](https://expedia.com/Sevlievo.dx6141271)[Pravets](https://expedia.com/Pravets.dx6141393)[Tryavna](https://expedia.com/Tryavna.dx6141604)[Avren](https://expedia.com/Avren.dx6143949)[Kostenets](https://expedia.com/Kostenets.dx6197513)[Dimitrovgrad](https://expedia.com/Dimitrovgrad.dx6199580)[Kazanlak](https://expedia.com/Kazanlak.dx6205013)[Sliven](https://expedia.com/Sliven.dx6255450)[Koprivshtitsa](https://expedia.com/Koprivshtitsa.dx6256053)[Karnobat](https://expedia.com/Karnobat.dx6289401)[Lovech](https://expedia.com/Lovech.dx6289410) - [Etâr Ethnographic Village Museum ](https://expedia.com/Etar-Ethnographic-Village-Museum-Gabrovo.d553248621533038910.Vacation-Attraction) - [Uzana Ski Resort ](https://expedia.com/Uzana-Ski-Resort-Gabrovo.d6097926.Vacation-Attraction) - [Buzludzha Monument ](https://expedia.com/Buzludzha-Monument-Kazanlak.d553248621532502722.Vacation-Attraction) - [Vocational School of Computer Technology ](https://expedia.com/Vocational-School-Of-Computer-Technology-Pravets.d553248624831328874.Vacation-Attraction) - [Magura cave ](https://expedia.com/Magura-Cave-Belogradchik.d553248635939591595.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kableshkov House ](https://expedia.com/Kableshkov-House-Koprivshtitsa.d553248621533039102.Vacation-Attraction) - [Glozhene Monastery ](https://expedia.com/Glozhene-Monastery-Teteven.d553248621532502706.Vacation-Attraction) - [Thracian Tomb of Kazanlak ](https://expedia.com/Thracian-Tomb-Of-Kazanlak-Kazanlak.d6097936.Vacation-Attraction) - [Museum of Satire and Humor ](https://expedia.com/Museum-Of-Satire-And-Humor-Gabrovo.d553248621562725134.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kulata Ethnological Complex ](https://expedia.com/Kulata-Ethnological-Complex-Kazanlak.d553248621533038903.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sokolski Monastery ](https://expedia.com/Sokolski-Monastery-Gabrovo.d553248621532502724.Vacation-Attraction) - [Open Market ](https://expedia.com/Open-Market-Kazanlak.d553248621533038900.Vacation-Attraction) - [Bulgarka Natural Park Directorate ](https://expedia.com/Bulgarka-Natural-Park-Directorate-Gabrovo.d553248621533038909.Vacation-Attraction) - [Pravets Sports Complex ](https://expedia.com/Pravets-Sports-Complex-Pravets.d553248624831328881.Vacation-Attraction) - [Sveti Sofronii Vrachanski Ethnographical & Revival Complex ](https://expedia.com/Sveti-Sofronii-Vrachanski-Ethnographical-Revival-Complex-Vratsa.d553248621533039095.Vacation-Attraction) - [Teteven Plaza ](https://expedia.com/Teteven-Plaza-Teteven.d553248621593240814.Vacation-Attraction) - [History Museum ](https://expedia.com/History-Museum-Chiprovtsi.d553248621533039089.Vacation-Attraction) - [Kremikovtsi Monastery ](https://expedia.com/Kremikovtsi-Monastery-Sofia.d553248622928399844.Vacation-Attraction) - [Church of Uspenie Bogorodichno ](https://expedia.com/Church-Of-Uspenie-Bogorodichno-Koprivshtitsa.d553248621533039100.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save even more - get up to 20% on select hotels when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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