Pamporovo is a bright and welcoming ski resort nestled in Bulgaria’s Rhodope Mountains, known for its sunny climate, gentle slopes, and relaxed atmosphere. Ideal for families and beginners, it offers wide, well-groomed pistes surrounded by snow-dusted pine forests, creating a picturesque winter escape. The resort’s friendly ski schools and modern facilities make learning easy, while its peaceful setting provides a refreshing alternative to busier Alpine destinations.
Beyond the slopes, Pamporovo charms with cosy mountain restaurants, traditional Bulgarian cuisine, and warm hospitality. Visitors can enjoy activities such as snowshoeing, sledging, or exploring nearby villages that showcase local culture and folklore. Whether you’re taking your first turns on the snow or simply looking for a laid-back winter getaway, Pamporovo provides a delightful blend of comfort, scenery, and value.
Top Things to Do in Pamporovo:
Ski or snowboard on gentle, sunlit slopes ideal for beginners
Take lessons with experienced instructors at the resort’s ski schools
Enjoy snowshoeing or winter walks through the Rhodope forests
Sample traditional Bulgarian dishes in cosy mountain restaurants
Visit nearby Smolyan or the Shiroka Laka village for cultural insights
5* Hotel Perelik
In Pamporovo, Bulgaria
Explore the incredible Body & Soul spa, spread over three floors.
Après your way with bowling, pool time, drinks in the lounge bar or a nightclub boogie.
It's a hit with families, with a large soft play area and kids' après activities.
A stylish, modern look and a list of facilities as long as your arm makes for an appealing combo. Add a central location and a free shuttle bus to the slopes and Hotel Perelik takes some beating.
With its own six-lane bowling alley, a coffee bar and nightclub, you’ve a choice to make when it comes to getting together post-piste. That is, of course, if you’re not heading straight to the hotel’s impressive spa. Spread across three floors, this is the place for all things relaxation. There’s a heated pool with a handy vitamin bar for a drink between dips, an array of different saunas for you to steam just the way you like and the chance to get seriously pampered with treatments and therapies at the spa – and that’s just the first two floors.
You’ve some tasty buffets waiting for you each morning in the Restaurant Perelik and can upgrade to half board if you fancy sampling their evening menu too. As a guest at Perelik, you’re also welcome to take the covered walkway across to the neighbouring Orlovetz Hotel, where you’ll find another restaurant, as well as more spa facilities and a sky bar.
Great-value stays with a highly rated ski school and gentle slopes.
270 sunny days a year, so you should get some great weather while you’re here.
Mostly greens and easy blues – spot on for building your confidence.
Take a trip to the top of the Snezhanka TV tower for the best views in resort.
Pamporovo’s a good pick if you’re planning your first ski holiday. There’s a top-notch ski school to get you started and some excellent beginner-friendly runs when you’re ready to venture further afield. And with only 36km of trails, as well as the impossible-to-miss Snezhanka TV tower at the top of the mountain, getting your bearings is easy-peasy – so you can keep the piste map in your pocket and just enjoy the skiing.
PART OF THE Pamporovo SKI AREA
Snow range
1,600-1,931m
Resort height
1,600m
Pamporovo 36km
Piste type
Km of piste
Easy
10km
Intermediate
22km
Difficult
4km
Inclusions
Return Flights
Coach Transfers
20kg of Luggage per person
7 Nights Accommodation (2x Family Rooms)
B&B Basis
First Time Ski Bundles
Prices are based on a family of 2 adults & 3 children sharing 2 rooms*
Prices are subject to availability and are correct at the time of pricing*
92 Patrick Street, Cork, Ireland Registration No 100308
Licensed by the Irish Aviation Authority,
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