Bulgaria Holidays 2025/2026

Where To Stay

Beach Holidays

Accommodation options in Bulgaria vary from luxury hotels to charming guesthouses, catering to all tastes and budgets. Along the Black Sea coast, resorts like Sunny Beach and Golden Sands are famous for their extensive facilities and vibrant nightlife, making them perfect for those looking for a lively beach holiday.

For a more tranquil experience, consider staying in Nessebar or Sozopol, where you can enjoy the beauty of ancient towns filled with rich history and romantic seaside settings. These locations offer boutique hotels and family-run B&Bs that provide a more intimate and authentic Bulgarian experience.

Sofia

Inland, the capital city Sofia offers a variety of accommodation from luxury international chains to local boutique hotels, all providing easy access to the city's cultural sites and bustling street life. And with low cost airlines like Ryanair, Wizzair and easyJet offering flights from across the UK, Sofia city breaks can actually be really affordable.

Ski Holidays

Bulgaria is also a premier destination for ski holidays, boasting some of the best-value skiing in Europe in the Rila mountain range. Resorts like Bansko, Borovets, and Pamporovo are well-equipped to cater to both beginners and experienced skiers, with a range of pistes and lifts. Bansko particularly stands out with its modern lift system and a blend of well-groomed slopes and challenging off-piste options.

These resorts also offer excellent après-ski environments, with cozy taverns (mehanas) and lively bars to unwind in after a day on the slopes. The ski season typically runs from December to April, providing ample opportunity to hit the slopes on a budget.

When To Go

The best time for Bulgaria holidays largely depends on the type of holiday you’re after. The summer months from June to August are ideal for beach holidays, with temperatures averaging around 28°C along the coast. This is the peak season when the Black Sea resorts come alive with tourists and locals alike.

For ski enthusiasts, the winter months from December to March are perfect, as the mountains are covered in a thick layer of snow ideal for skiing and snowboarding.

Spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October) are excellent times to visit for those interested in exploring both Bulgaria's cultural sites and natural landscapes, and its beaches, with milder weather and fewer crowds. You'll find cheap Bulgaria holidays around these times.

Holiday Types

All Inclusive Holidays

If you've got a budget you want to stick to,all inclusive holidays in Bulgaria can be a great option. Large holiday resorts often have multiple restaurant options, swimming pools, relaxing spas, exciting water slides and much more, making it perfect when you just want to stay in and enjoy the hotel facilities.

Family Friendly Bulgaria

Many of the beach hotels and resorts in Bulgaria are family friendly, with mini water parks, kids' clubs and dedicated sections at the buffet restaurant. And there is also plenty to do outside your hotel too, like day trips to local towns, boat trips and much more.

Adults Only Bulgaria

If you prefer to be away from children, then there are several adults only options too. Take a look at the Secrets Sunny Beach Resort & Spa for a popular, 5-star hotel that is a favourite for holidaymakers looking for an adults only holiday to Bulgaria.

Adventure Holidays

Adventure seekers can take advantage of Bulgaria's diverse landscapes by hiking or mountain biking in the Balkan mountains, or by trying out water sports like windsurfing and kite surfing on the coast.

Spa Breaks

For a more relaxed holiday, consider a spa retreat in one of Bulgaria’s many thermal spring resorts, such as those in Velingrad or Sandanski, known for their healing properties.