Hitar Petar — Hotel in Gabrovo

Surely this is a place where you would come back over and over again not only for an overnight but to enjoy the relaxing atmosphere and comfort. A lovely hotel in a quiet location just few km away from the city center and the ethnographic complex Etara as well. The owners are really friendly and welcoming; rooms are spacious and kept spotlessly clean, comfortable bed and a large luxurious shower. The hotel offers free parking in the inner courtyard, free Wi-Fi in the entire hotel area. Evening meals also available in the hotel, great food with a traditional selection of the Bulgarian cuisine and served by the owner himself. In conclusion, it was a very pleasant experience for all of us. Due to its location, one can stay few more days in the hotel and use it as a starting point for trips to many nearby attraction in the area - Shipka peak and monument, Tryavna city, Dryanovo and Sokolski...

We stayed just for one night in Hitar Petar hotel in Gabrovo but this was enough to estimate the excellent services provide by the owner of the place and his wife. They both are hospitable, nice people who will take care of you to make your stay there as pleasant as possible. The room was clean and newly furnished, bathroom was excellent. About food you can have breakfast and/or dinner on spot and you can choose from as menu a la carte. Dishes are prepared with local, very delicious products. While you are enjoying your meal you can have a friendly relaxing chat with the owners. The hotel is located very close to a number of places worth to be seen – the Open Air Ethnographic museum “Etar”, Sokolski monastery, Interactive museum of Industry in Gabrovo. Next spring we will be there again for more than one day....

Pros: Rooms are clean and interior is stylish. Bahtrooms are good size. Balcony has a nice view to yard and mountain. Communication with staff was good - called me twice to check on me before my arrival. Place is quiet and good for rest.

Cons: Restaurant was not working this night (staff warned me, though) and closest place to eat is definitely not within a walking distance. Streets to the place are narrow and indoors parking can accommodate 1-2 cars tops (street parking is...