Hotel Elegant Lux, Bansko, Bulgaria

· 3 minutes’ walk to the resort centre · 4 minutes’ walk to the Bansko gondola · 4 minutes’ walk to the ski school meeting point · 50m to the nearest supermarket

If you like some flexibility on the food front then self-catering at the Elegant Lux could be just the ticket. Everything’s close at hand, from the gondola to shops, bars and restaurants. And to seal the deal, you’ll be able to use the pool and spa at the hotel as well.

There’s a range of apartment sizes, from snug studios to bigger 1 and 2-bedroom apartments – and some come with a balcony too. Each one’s done up in a homely, retro style, with patterned rugs and squishy sofas. And when it’s time to eat, you’ve got hobs and a proper oven in the kitchenette.

As for extra perks, you’ve got a bar for those après drinks, and to skip the cooking altogether, you can upgrade to half board to get your breakfasts and evening meals at the hotel restaurant.

· bar · lounge with fireplace · sun terrace · restaurant · indoor pool · spa with sauna, steam room and hot tub · extra charge for massages and beauty treatments · fitness room · ski room with heated racks · shuttle to and from the gondola station · lift to all floors

All apartments have a kitchenette with oven, hobs, microwave, fridge, freezer, toaster and a kettle, as well as a TV, free WiFi, hairdryer, bathrobes and a safe. Towels, bed linen and end-of-stay are included.

Studio – sleeps 2-3: King bed, single sofa bed, private shower and WC.

Studio with balcony – sleeps 1: King bed, private shower, WC and balcony.

1 bedroom apartment with balcony – sleeps 2-4: King bed, two single beds, single sofa bed in lounge, private shower, WC and balcony.

2 bedroom apartment with balcony – sleeps 4-6: Bedroom with king bed, second bedroom with two single beds, living room with double sofa bed, two separate bathrooms with shower and WC in each and a balcony.

Half Board

· self-catering apartment with kitchenette facilities · optional upgrade to half board · extra charge for Christmas gala meal

Self Catering

· self-catering apartment with kitchenette facilities · optional upgrade to half board · extra charge for Christmas gala meal