Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bansko travel guide

Bansko Tourism | Bansko Guide

You're Going to Love Bansko

With a population of 9,232, Bansko is a must-see destination in Blagoevgrad, Bulgaria. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Bansko has to offer.

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When to visit Bansko

Bansko in May
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bansko in May
Estimated hotel price
$62
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bansko in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 1.7″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Bansko, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.

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How to Get to Bansko

Plane

Although Bansko doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sofia Airport (SOF), which is located 59 miles from Bansko. The shortest flight to Bansko from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 15h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Bansko is to pick up a car rental from Sofia, which is about 60 miles from Bansko. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Easyrent, among others, in Sofia.

Plane

Although Bansko doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sofia Airport (SOF), which is located 59 miles from Bansko. The shortest flight to Bansko from the United States departs from Boston and takes around 15h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Bansko is to pick up a car rental from Sofia, which is about 60 miles from Bansko. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Easyrent, among others, in Sofia.

Airports near Bansko

PDVPlovdiv
SOFSofia

Airlines serving Bansko

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,659 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,618 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,129 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,830 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,059 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,119 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,698 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,448 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (885 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,339 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,109 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,630 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,156 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,421 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (921 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,902 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,098 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bansko

From 5-star hotels such as the Premier Luxury Mountain Resort to great affordable options like the Rahoff hotel, Bansko offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $87 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $187 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bansko

Most booked hotels in Bansko

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Kempinski Hotel Grand Arena Bansko
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, 1529 reviews)
$294+
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Ruskovets Thermal Spa & Ski Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 682 reviews)
$189+
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Four Points by Sheraton Bansko
4 stars
Excellent (9, 801 reviews)
$152+
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St. George Ski & Holiday
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 2287 reviews)
$88+
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Saint George Palace Aparthotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1412 reviews)
$85+
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Horizont Dobrinishte
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 101 reviews)
$48+
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Renting a car in Bansko

Renting a car in Bansko costs $119 per day, on average, or $358 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 86% more expensive than at Sofia.

Expect to pay $5.41 per gallon in Bansko (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.96 and $86.61.

Renting a car in Bansko costs $119 per day, on average, or $358 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 86% more expensive than at Sofia.

Expect to pay $5.41 per gallon in Bansko (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $64.96 and $86.61.

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