Slovakia
Ski Holidays
Find it cheaper, we’ll match the price
Check out our Price Match Guarantee
Price Match Guarantee
Up and coming, put Slovakia ski holidays on your radar.
Slovakia has all the ingredients for a great ski trip.
Why choose a Slovakia ski holiday?
- A great budget-friendly alternative to the Alps
- Perfect for ski weekends & short breaks
- Spas, summits, and schnitzel
Slovakia is not a country you'd commonly associate with skiing, but that's starting to change.
Slovakia ski holidays have all the ingredients for a great time on the slopes, with small yet modern resorts. They’re situated in the Tatras mountains (which also provide Poland with its resorts just to the north), it’s easy to get to, and best of all, for those on a budget, it offers some fantastic cheap ski deals.
For the same price of a self-catering option in the Alps, here you can kick back and stay in a spa hotel with some style. With the Poprad airport less than an hour away, it's also ideal for a family or group weekend trip.
KEY INFORMATION
Good to Know
Currency
Euro
Language
Slovak
Travel Time (APPROX)
2 hours
Dublin
Timezone
GMT+1
Slovakia ski holidays
Your questions answered by our Slovakia ski holiday expert
Is Slovakia a good destination for a ski holiday?
Yes. Slovakia boasts excellent skiing, particularly across the High and Low Tatras Mountains. While resorts here are smaller than those in the Alps, the scenic views, beginner-friendly pistes, modern lifts, and cheaper prices make it a winner for first-timers, families, and groups.
Affordable, relaxed, and fab for beginners. Ski resorts in Slovakia are smaller than elsewhere in the Alps. Still, their modern lift systems, lack of crowds, stunning mountain views, and cheap prices make it a fantastic choice for families and groups seeking a budget-friendly option that’s all about grabbing your boards and skis and hitting the mountain.
What’s the best time to book a Slovakia ski holiday?
Late January is a good bet for excellent snow conditions, and it’s less busy than the half-term holiday period in February.
Alternatively, visit in early or late March for the best ski deals. Conditions can also be great then too.
Are Slovakia ski holidays cheap?
Yes. Slovakia ski holidays can work out much cheaper than trips in Western Europe, with accommodation, food, and lift passes all being more budget-friendly for those on a tighter budget. This makes it an excellent pick for beginners, families, and groups.
Are Slovakia ski resorts snow-sure?
Snowfall can be variable across the High and Low Tatras mountains. Still, high-altitude resorts like Jasná usually have reliable snow from December to April, and snowmaking systems help extend the season where needed.
What’s the biggest ski resort in Slovakia?
Jasná in the Low Tatras is Slovakia’s largest ski resort, with around 50km of slopes. With its extensive ski area and modern lifts and facilities, it’s Slovakia’s most popular ski destination.
Are Slovakia ski trips good for beginner skiers?
Yes. Slovakia ski holidays are great for beginners with plenty of gentle nursery slopes, English-speaking ski schools, and resorts like Jasná and Tatranská Lomnica that have dedicated beginner areas.
What are the best beginner ski resorts in Slovakia?
- Jasná is perfect for beginners and intermediates who are happy cruising the blues – 17 out of its 35 runs are blue, 13 are red, and just five are black. In total, there are 50km of slopes on offer.
- Tatranská Lomnica is also beginner-friendly, with 46% of its slopes designated easy. The long and easy slopes are be found on the lower and middle sections of the resort, the upper sections are for more experienced.
What is the best family ski resort in Slovakia?
- Jasná is home to three children’s ski areas, which offer safe skiing and professional tuition without the risk of collisions with other skiers or boarders. (However you need to book a lesson to access). There’s also a Fun Zone with waves, a tunnel, easy obstacles and a burger bar to refuel afterwards.
What are the best high altitude / snow-sure resorts in Slovakia?
- In Jasná, skiing reaches altitudes of up to 2,000m. it also has 527 cannons covering almost 70% of slopes.
- In Tatranská Lomnica, you can ski down from almost 2,200m. With these kinds of altitudes, Slovakia’s resorts are as snow-sure as many others in the Alps. They have also invested heavily in artificial snow-making equipment, with 90% of Tatranská Lomnica’s slopes having some artificial cover.
What are the best ski resorts for après-ski in Slovakia?
Jasná's slopes end at a champagne bar at the bottom of the Grand Jet lift, and when that closes, it’s just a few steps to The Happy End, which features a disco on two floors. But the real entertainment is Liptovský Mikuláš, a 15-minute drive away, which is home to dozens of bars and restaurants.
What are the best ski resorts for off-piste skiing in Slovakia?
Jasná is a stop on the Freeride World Tour qualifier. And if the powder is good enough for the world’s best, it can’t be too bad!
There are several lift-accessed free-ride zones here. Advanced skiers will most likely prefer the steep mountain couloirs on the north side, while more intermediate riders will appreciate the powder plains on the south side. Either way, you can always escape via a blue run if you don’t feel like committing.
What are the best ski resorts for skiing weekends and short breaks in Slovakia?
Jasna sits just an hour from Poprad Airport, with direct flights available throughout the week, making it ideal for a short ski break or ski weekend.
Other options include flying to Bratislava (a three-hour transfer) or Vienna (a four-hour transfer).
What are the most popular ski resorts in Slovakia?
Here are just some of our top ski resorts. To find the perfect one for you, speak to one of our specialists.
Jasna
Jasna is a hidden gem with varied terrain, breathtaking landscapes, and a great value. From well-groomed slopes for all levels to twelve off-piste zones for freeride enthusiasts, it offers an unforgettable skiing experience.
Explore More
All ski resorts in Slovakia
Why book a Slovakia ski holiday with Heidi?
See our ski holiday reviews
Blogs about skiing in Slovakia
Where to ski according to your star sign
For a bit of fun, and not a lot of science, here is where you should head for a ski holiday if you were guided by the stars...
Sarah Cramer
6 Dec, 2022
1 min read
Unusual ski resorts - swap classics for hidden gems
Where to go when you have skied 'everywhere'? We list the top swaps for ski resort classics...
Sarah Cramer
6 Dec, 2022
1 min read
