The two Bansko hotels differ in board choice and ski access. One does not publish a room total. It has two board options and indoor and outdoor pools, which suits guests who want choice. The other does not publish a room total either. It says it is ski-in/ski-out by the gondola, which suits keen skiers.
At a glance
| Fact | Premier Luxury Mountain Resort, Bansko | MPM Hotel Sport, Bansko |
|---|---|---|
| Check availability | Check availability | |
| Official category | 5-star | 5-star |
| Brand | Not published | MPM Hotels |
| Board, Differs |
| Bed and breakfast |
| Adults-only | No | No |
| Family-friendly | Yes | Yes |
| Spa | Yes | Yes |
| Pools | Not published | 1 |
| Ski access in the hotel's words, Differs | close to the Bansko gondola; ski passes/rental via concierge | ski-in/ski-out, next to the gondola |
| Address | 11 Karamanitza St, 2770 Bansko | 100 Pirin St, 2770 Bansko |
Not published.Official category is the national tourist register category.
The short verdict
- Pick Premier if you want the larger hotel, a choice of two board options, a children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool alongside the indoor one, and a concierge who arranges ski passes and hire.
- Pick MPM Sport if quick access to the slopes matters most: the hotel describes itself as ski-in/ski-out next to the gondola, with ski rental, a ski school and a Montessori kids club on site.
Both hotels sit in the top official category, both welcome families and neither is adults-only. The decision comes down to space and pool choice at Premier against a slope-side base at MPM Sport.
Room counts come from the national tourist register. Confirm anything that matters to you with the hotel when you book.
Location and getting around
Both hotels are in the town of Bansko, in Blagoevgrad province. Premier is at 11 Karamanitza Street and MPM Sport is at 100 Pirin Street, both under the 2770 postcode.
For skiers, the distance to the gondola matters more than the street name. MPM Sport says it is next to the gondola, while Premier says it is close to it, so ask Premier how long the walk takes.
For airport transfers, ask each hotel whether it can arrange one and how long the drive takes. If you plan to eat out in town some evenings, ask how far the centre is on foot.
Rooms and board
Neither hotel publishes a room total. For a large group, ask early about connecting rooms, and ask which room types are free for your dates.
Board is the other clear difference. Premier lists two board options and MPM Sport lists one, so Premier gives you more say over which meals you take in the hotel. The Board row in the table shows the exact codes.
In the table, BB means bed and breakfast and HB means half board, which adds dinner. Neither code is all-inclusive, so plan for lunch on the mountain on ski days and ask whether packed lunches are available.
Ski access
MPM Sport describes itself as ski-in/ski-out and next to the gondola. That is the hotel's own wording, so ask what it means in practice, such as skiing back to the door when snow is thin and where to dry boots. It also lists ski rental and a ski school on site, which saves a trip into town to sort kit on arrival day.
Premier says it is close to the Bansko gondola, and its concierge handles ski passes and rental. That suits you if you would rather have passes and kit arranged for you and do not mind a walk to the lift each morning; ask how long it takes in ski boots.
Season dates, lift times and piste conditions change from year to year. Ask either hotel before you book, especially for stays near the start or end of the winter.
Pools, spa and facilities
Both hotels list a spa. Neither gives a spa size, so ask each one about treatment times, age rules and whether spa entry is included in your stay.
Premier lists a heated indoor pool open all year, a heated outdoor pool that opens seasonally, a children's pool and a jacuzzi. It gives no pool total, so ask the hotel which pools will be open on your dates.
MPM Sport lists one pool, a 24-metre heated indoor pool, plus an outdoor jacuzzi, saunas and a fitness area. A 24-metre pool works well for swimming lengths, but no children's pool or outdoor pool is listed, so families with toddlers may lean towards Premier.
For younger children, MPM Sport also lists a Montessori kids club. Premier lists a children's pool but does not mention a kids club, so ask the hotel what childcare it offers.
Who each suits
Premier suits:
- families who want a children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool
- groups who want a choice of board options
- skiers happy to let a concierge arrange passes and hire
- guests who prefer a larger hotel with more rooms
MPM Sport suits:
- skiers who want the hotel's ski-in/ski-out position by the gondola
- beginners who want ski rental and a ski school on site
- parents who want a Montessori kids club
- swimmers who want a 24-metre indoor pool
Neither hotel suits couples who want an adults-only stay.
See the Premier hotel profile or check availability at Premier. For MPM Sport, open the MPM Hotel Sport profile or check availability at MPM Sport. If Premier is on your shortlist, also read how Premier compares with another Bansko hotel.
Still weighing up the resort? Compare all the Bansko hotels in the top official category.
Questions
Which is bigger, Premier or MPM Sport?
Neither Premier Luxury Mountain Resort nor MPM Hotel Sport publishes a room total, so which is bigger is not clear from published figures. Ask either one early if you need connecting rooms or several rooms together. Ask which room types are free for your dates.
Does either hotel offer all-inclusive?
No. Neither hotel lists an all-inclusive plan. The Board row in the At a glance table shows the options each one offers, so choose the plan that matches how often you want to eat in. On ski days, ask the hotel whether it can provide packed lunches for the mountain.
Which has the bigger spa or more pools?
Premier lists more pool types, and neither hotel gives a spa size. Premier lists a heated indoor pool, a seasonal heated outdoor pool, a children's pool and a jacuzzi. MPM Sport lists one 24-metre heated indoor pool, an outdoor jacuzzi and saunas. Ask both hotels about spa facilities and opening hours.
Is either hotel adults-only?
No. Both Premier and MPM Sport say they are family-friendly, and neither is adults-only. Expect children around the pools and shared areas. If you want a calmer break, ask each hotel whether its spa has adult-only hours and which areas are kept quiet for guests without children.
Which is better for families?
It depends on your children's ages. MPM Sport lists a Montessori kids club, a ski school and ski rental on site, which helps with younger skiers. Premier lists a children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool, plus a choice of board options. Ask each hotel about cots, babysitting and club ages before booking.