Summer 2026 in the Rhodopes: every Saturday, outdoor evenings with lemonade, cocktails, and mountain coolness, and every Thursday, DJ party nights. Long summer nights by the fire, music, conversations until sunrise, and a real feeling of relaxation in nature.
THE MENU at Hotel Gela: a special dinner with guest chef Maria Zhekova. The signature “Fire and Joupel” menu, prepared over an oak wood fire in the Rhodope oven.
Exclusive fine-dining dinner The MENU XIV at Hotel Gela. Two chefs, Anton from Cosmos Lab and Todor from KOMAT, create a unique menu with a focus on fermentation and Bulgarian products. Reserve your spot for an unforgettable culinary experience.
After dinner, it’s time to turn up the volume. Whether it’s cocktails, a celebration, or a cozy evening with friends, our nighttime soundtrack sets the tone for joy and connection. From laid-back grooves to timeless dancefloor classics, the right track at the right moment can shift the whole night.
Nestled in the heart of the majestic Rhodope Mountains, our hotel is a gateway to one of Bulgaria’s richest cultural treasures. Surrounded by greenery, with views of ancient forests and mountain peaks, we are located near the Ilinden region, home to the world-renowned Festival of the 100 Bagpipes.
During the day, our lounge carries a carefully curated blend of soft acoustic and ambient music. These gentle sounds don’t demand your attention, they accompany you. They breathe with the mountain.
This popular attraction is a platform situated on a rock above the village of Yagodina, at an altitude of over 1500 meters. From the platform,
Located 13 km away from Hotel Gela, at the Bedenski Bani site, there is an outdoor hot stone bath with mineral water on the Shiroka
Undoubtedly, one of the treasures in the heart of the Rhodope Mountains is the hiking trails. The Rhodope Mountains offer incredible adventures suitable for hiking,
Rappelling involves using ropes and specialized equipment to descend a vertical surface, such as a cliff or building. Zip lining, on the other hand, involves
