Bansko is Bulgaria's premier ski resort - it has the largest ski area, has a great deal of historical significance and has a real working mountain-town feel. Plus, it’s very easygoing on the wallet.
What sets Bansko aside from its Balkan neighbours is the selection of fantastic hotels (mostly built in the last 15 years or so) that wouldn't look out of place in some of the world's most prestigious resorts - here is the chance to soak up some seriously affordable luxury. This is the best resort for snow making in Bulgaria too, with plenty of snow cannons on hand to top up the slopes throughout the season if the weather isn't on our side.

Airport Sofia (SOF)
1 hour 45 minutes
Airport Plodiv (PDV)
2 hours 40 minutes

Adults | Students and retirees (up to 75 y.o.) | Kids from 7 to 12 y.o. | Kids under 7 y.o., retirees over 75 y.o. | |
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Drag lift - bottom station (1 day) | BGN 10 | BGN 10 | BGN 10 | BGN 1 |
Gondola lift (round trip) | BGN 26 | BGN 22 | BGN 17 | BGN 1 |
1/2 day (after 12:30) |
BGN 43 | BGN 38 | BGN 30 | BGN 1 |
1 day | BGN 56 | BGN 50 | BGN 38 | BGN 1 |
2 days | BGN 107 | BGN 97 | BGN 66 | BGN 2 |
3 days | BGN 162 | BGN 146 | BGN 94 | BGN 3 |
4 days | BGN 214 | BGN 193 | BGN 115 | BGN 4 |
5 days | BGN 269 | BGN 240 | BGN 134 | BGN 5 |
6 days | BGN 320 | BGN 288 | BGN 158 | BGN 6 |
9 days | BGN 480 | BGN 432 | BGN 210 | BGN 9 |
13 days | BGN 672 | BGN 603 | BGN 313 | BGN 13 |
Bansko Twenty | BGN 900 | BGN 850 | BGN 800 | BGN 20 |
Seasonal Ski Pass | BGN 1500 | BGN 1400 | BGN 1300 | BGN 100 |
Gondola lift ticket for people with disabilities (two-way) |
BGN 1 |
Gondola lift ticket for people accompanying people with disabilities / only in case a document for such assistance provided (two-way) |
BGN 1 |
Please note: Lift pass prices are subject to change. Please call resort for updates.

Restaurants in Bansko offer several local specialties. In this mountainous region in Southwest Bulgaria, the food is hearty and many of the dishes are made from traditional recipes!

Apres ski in Bansko is great there are lots of small bars competing for your business with drink at a very reasonable price compared with the Alps. If you are looking for an earthy, traditional Bulgarian night out, there are plenty of bars located around Ploshtad Varazhdane in the old part of town.

July and August in Bansko can be hot – reaching on average around 30 degrees. It’s a lot cooler than some of the other areas of Bulgaria where it can reach 40 degrees. The vast majority of the activities in Bansko are outdoor and it’s a glorious place for anything outdoors.
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Georgi's House
Bansko, Pirin, Bulgaria
Close about 100 meters to the lifts and great value for money Chalet Georgi’s House is ideal for a small group of family or friends.
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Chalet Jora - Total Chalets
Bansko, Pirin, Bulgaria
**2019 Certificate of Excellence** Exclusive use, British hosts. Central location and close to gondola. Airport transfers included, fully catered.

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Devonshire Lodge
Bansko, Pirin, Bulgaria
Stunning, luxurious, British owner-run chalet. Fully catered. Amazing 10 person outdoor hot tub. Airport transfers included. Great location.
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Chalet Mila - Total Chalets
Bansko, Pirin, Bulgaria
*2020 Travellers Choice Award!* Charming catered ski chalet with British hosts. Included - airport transfers, unlimited wine/beer, free spa use!
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Chalet Garibaldi - Total Chalets
Bansko, Pirin, Bulgaria
*2019 Certificate of Excellence* Large fully catered chalet with British hosts. Airport transfers incl, unlimited beer/wine, free spa use! Sleeps 20
Catered
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Snow Pine Chalet
Bansko, Pirin, Bulgaria
Snow Pine Chalet is on the doorstep of the best Ski Resort in Bulgaria. We are open all year round! We have our own onsite ski & board rental shack!
Catered

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Valentina Heights Chalet Bansko
Bansko, Pirin, Bulgaria
Confortable chalet very close to lifts and apre-ski . Catered, Transfers, Half board, Unlimited drinks, Private Spa Included. Excellent guest reviews