Saint George Palace, Bansko, Bulgaria

· 30 minutes’ walk to the centre of Bansko · 30 minutes’ bus to the Bansko cable car (the bus runs every 30 minutes) · 16 minutes’ walk to the nursery slopes · 20 minutes’ walk to the nearest supermarket

If you're after panoramic mountain views, plenty of space and the freedom of self-catering – Saint George Palace ticks all the boxes. Tucked away in a quiet spot on the edge of the resort, it’s ideal if you like a bit of peace and quiet after a day on the slopes. And with a 30 minutes’ bus ride to the cable car and a 30 minutes’ walk to Bansko’s centre, you’re never too far from the action.

The spacious apartments come with a fully-equipped kitchenette – so you can eat like a champ in the comfort of your own space. If you don’t fancy cooking, you can upgrade to bed and breakfast or half board. And for a poste-piste drink, take your pick between two bars – the Alexandra Bar for a chilled drink with mountain views, or the Ascalon Bar for a game of pool or a must-watch sports match.

After a day on the slopes, there are plenty of ways to unwind – take a dip in the indoor pool or get your zen on in the sauna and steam room. There’s also a kids’ play area to keep the little ones entertained.

· two bars · lounge with fireplace · onsite restaurant · heated indoor pool · sauna and steam room · indoor hot tub · extra charge for massages · fitness room · board games · pool table · kids’ play area · boot room · free WiFi throughout · lifts to all floors

· self-catering apartment with kitchenette facilities · optional upgrade to bed & breakfast with hot and cold buffet breakfast · optional upgrade to half board with 3-course buffet dinner · vegetarian options available on request · vegan options available on request · gluten-free options available on request

All apartments are non-smoking and have a kitchenette with oven, hob, fridge, kettle, toaster, dishwasher. Plus, a flatscreen TV, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers and telephone. Towels, bed linen and end of stay cleaning are included.

1 Bedroom apartment with balcony – sleeps 2-4 : Double or twin beds, sofa bed in the lounge, private bathroom with shower and WC and a balcony.

2 Bedroom apartment – sleeps 2-6 : Two double or twin beds, sofa bed in the lounge, private bathroom with shower and WC.

3 Bedroom apartment – sleeps 2-8 : Three double or twin beds, sofa bed in the lounge, private bathroom with shower and WC.

Studio – sleeps 2 : Double or twin beds, private bathroom with shower and WC.

Cots are available to hire, free of charge, on request.