The Skiers' Guide to Borovets

Accommodation was well priced, food and drink relatively cheap, just haven’t had the best snow conditions this year, few lifts and slopes open but what was open was good

Great for beginners as plenty of simple runs and cheap. Make sure youngk peak season for snow sure slopes

We had such a fantastic time in Borovets! We wanted to try somewhere a bit cheaper than skiing in France and thought this would be a great option. The area is somewhat small but we had plenty and did not get bored after five days of skiing. We stayed in a lovely apartment about a ten minute walk from the slopes but we had a locker at a nearby rental place so we didn’t need to carry our skis and boots back with us. The food and drinks on the slope was very cheap and there were lots of great places for drinking especially. The quality of the food wasn’t always like what you would expect in other resorts, but the price was very low so that made up for it. Overall, I’d highly recommend!

Only a few good runs open when we went. No snow for a month so reliant on fake snow. Mid Feb. Would have been better with good snow cover, bars and food were ok. Budget skiing.

Overall borovets was perfect for our first ski trip. Cheap food and drink, family friendly atmosphere. Free sledging of an even, children loved that. Would definitely go again.

Have been to Borovets twice.

The ski school and ease of getting to the slopes are both great. But what it lacks from is a variety of more advanced slopes, so if you’re a more advanced skier it may not be for you.

The apres are ok. Not a huge apres atmosphere but plenty of bars to enjoy.

It has become more expensive of recent years as well. So isn’t the cheap alternative that it used to be.

Would I go back, yes. Would I rush back, probably not.

Went as a mixed group of skiers and snowboards, some experienced others learning for the first time.

Resort is fairly small but perfect size for beginners. Also great for beginners as has lots of green and easy blue runs, and great ski schools.

Really cheap apres, lots of small bars/pubs at the bottom of the slopes (nothing at the top).

The people were very friendly :)

If you are looking for a cheap and affordable ski trip then this is the resort for you, ski and lift passes were very cheap and accommodation was the same. For someone who has ski’d once or twice before definitely worth a visit. Might not be advanced enough for very good skiers.

Good vibes and friendly people! ski runs sometimes limited on snow and can get crowded. lots of hotel and bar options

Cheap and Cheerful Borovets, locals are friendly and the ski schools are decent. Limited hotel accommodation and Apres Ski is based in the town but beer is cheap and everyone is up for a good time. Worth a visit on a budget.

We spent a week over Christmas in Borovets Bulgaria. We had soo much snow it was all most too much due to it causing power cuts. The children found this all very exciting but probably not the same feeling for the hotel staff. The generators kicked in after a few minutes. We stayed at the Lion Hotel which is a lovely easy 10 minute stroll to the main area. In the morning we would get the hotel mini bus in and collect our equipment under the Samokov Hotel. After ski school we would walk back. The hotels Spa area was lovely, 1 outside sauna, 2 indoor herbal saunas, 1 salt sauna, 2 steam rooms, a relaxation area, massage/treatment rooms, swimming pool and out door hot tube. The food was plentifully and of a good standard. Rooms were cleaned daily and the tv had English speaking movies on it. The staff we generally warm and welcoming. Father Christmas and his helper came and delivered presents to the children which was such a lovely touch. We were a mix of skiers and Snowboarders. For us Snowboarders the free riding FONFON area was so much fun so if you like moguls then this is not to be missed. The Cool Runnings restaurant/bar is a great place to pop in for a drink and enjoy the daily entertainment. Borovets is a great affordable ski resort to choose.

Love botovets. Always check snow cover. Some really good runs. Good eating places. Not as wild as it used to be. Got a Greggs now

I recently went to Borovets with my friends. This was the first time I had skied a resort outside of France. We went in school holidays so the pistes were very quiet which was amazing, and we got lucky with snow too. I was there for 4 days, all days were sunny but by the end of the trip the snow was beginning to get very thin and slushy in some places. The snow making facilities at the resort are excellent though on some runs near the Hotel Rila.
The apres ski and night life was very good too. There are lots of pubs and bars in town which are super cheap, however there is not the 'magical' feel like resorts in the Alps have. It feels quite purpose built, however it definitely does the job for a cheap ski break.
I would definitely recommend Borovets to anyone looking for a cheap ski holiday. There are not loads of slopes - I did everything in about 2.5 days, but for beginners it is great. I have also been told the queues are insane in peak season, so make sure to go outside of these times.

Great resort for anyone on a budget, really good vibes and nice people, some good bars for night time and the food is similar priced to normal U.K. pubs, definitely worth a visit!

Really great experience as a beginner! If you want a good place to learn but also to enjoy your self I recommend.

Borovets is a great resort that doesn't get too busy. Queues to get on the lifts are not too long and give you plenty of options for different levels of runs. There are plenty of restaurants and bars to choose from, with a good range of food choices. The people are friendly.

Went with boyfriends family for first time this January, was amazing, currently waiting for next year to come already so can go back!

I have now down 2 ski holidays at Borovets one with some lessons. Everyone is so friendly its great value for money with a wide range of hotels avalible. The runs are well kept lifts always operating smoothly and overall a fab resort to go to.

Great experience been 2 years in a row, most likely will return for a 3rd year in 2026! We used a great ski instructor called sami who also owns a nightclub called nightlife borovets and it was a good time! Cheap drinks (happy hour all day pretty much) Lovely environment with nice slopes. Good holiday when on a budget especially.

Great resort for the intermediate skier.The double black runs were more like reds or I am a more comprised skier than I have given myself credit for!Great après ski in resort and sensibly priced accommodation available