Reservations for Christmas and New Year 2026
Are you ready? While the holiday season may still seem far away, planning the perfect weekend getaway requires planning and timely action.
Experience shows that most really good Christmas and New Year offers are fully booked by the second half of October.
And this year, Christmas and New Year at Hotel Gela, in the heart of the Rhodope Mountains, will be truly special. The hotel's exclusive holiday program will blend perfectly with the magic and unique beauty of the Bulgarian nature and the winter mountains.
Unforgettable holidays await you, filled with comfort, warmth, first-class food, and shared happy moments amidst silence and fresh air.
Christmas in Gela – a true fairy tale
Christmas Eve begins with a traditional Lenten dinner and a special 11-course menu, paired with selected drinks. The magic for young and old is complemented by a special visit from Santa Claus and Snow White, who bring joy and festive surprises.
The musical program offers live piano, an authentic performance by a Rhodope bagpiper and singer, and a modern DJ party to set the mood.
The culinary delights continue with a festive Christmas dinner featuring special slow-roasted lamb or veal.
The spiritual side of the holiday is complemented by the opportunity for an organized visit to the local church "St. Virgin Mary" in the village of Gela, which makes Christmas truly meaningful and special.
The Christmas package is valid for the period 24-27 December 2026, with a minimum stay of 2 nights required for booking.
New Year at Hotel Gela – a celebration of new beginnings
Welcoming the New Year is a time to give thanks for everything good and to turn a new page with a fitting celebration, exquisite cuisine, and a captivating festive mood.
The culinary experience for guests at Hotel Gela includes special four-course dinners on December 30 and January 1, culminating in the New Year's Eve gala dinner with a five-course signature menu and carefully selected drinks.
The musical and entertainment program combines the elegance of a live piano, the authentic soulfulness of Rhodope folklore with a bagpiper and a singer, as well as a dynamic DJ party. For the full festive experience, an attractive raffle with surprises, champagne at midnight and a magnificent festive fireworks under the starry sky of the Rhodope Mountains have been prepared.
The New Year's package is valid from December 30, 2026 to January 2, 2027, with a minimum stay of 3 nights required for booking.
Winter vacation in Gela – choose our hotel
A vacation in the village of Gela offers much more than a festive program - it is a time for true relaxation and recharge.
Situated at an altitude of 1500 meters, the hotel welcomes you with crystal clear air, snow-capped mountain landscapes and the opportunity to slow down. Guests can benefit from a relaxation area with a sauna and steam bath, professional massages and an authentic Scandinavian bath.
For winter sports enthusiasts, the location is perfect – just 12 km from the Stoykite lift and 20 minutes from the Pamporovo ski area. And after an exciting day of skiing, snowboarding or winter walks, there is nothing better than a warm sauna, a glass of wine and coziness by the fire.
The wonderful Christmas and New Year holidays at Hotel Gela are an experience you should share with those you love.