What Does a Catered Chalet Ski Holiday Actually Include?
What Does a Catered Chalet Ski Holiday Actually Include?
If you’ve never stayed in a catered chalet before, you might be wondering what you’re actually paying for.
Is it just accommodation with breakfast? Do you have to cook some evenings? Are drinks included? What about airport transfers?
The answer varies from company to company, but a catered chalet holiday is designed to make your ski trip as relaxing and hassle-free as possible.
Here’s what you can typically expect.
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Comfortable accommodation
At its heart, a catered chalet gives you everything you’d expect from a ski holiday base.
You’ll have your own bedroom, shared living and dining areas, Wi-Fi and somewhere warm to relax after a day on the mountain.
Whether you’re booking an entire chalet with friends or reserving a room in a shared chalet, the aim is the same: a welcoming place that feels more like a home than a hotel.
What’s it like staying in a shared chalet?
Daily breakfast
One of the biggest advantages of a catered chalet is waking up to breakfast already prepared.
Rather than shopping or cooking before skiing, you’ll usually find a selection of cereals, fruit, yoghurt, toast, tea, coffee and juices, along with some hot options such as eggs.
Most catered chalets also serve porridge – a classic skier’s breakfast that’s perfect for keeping you fuelled on the slopes throughout the morning.
Starting the day with a proper meal means you can head straight for the mountain with plenty of energy, without worrying about where to find breakfast first.
Afternoon tea and homemade cake
After a full day skiing, there’s nothing better than returning to a slice of homemade cake and a hot drink.
It’s one of those little traditions that many guests quickly come to love.
After all, skiing burns plenty of calories!
Three-course evening meals
Most catered chalets provide dinner on several evenings during your stay.
Typically, this consists of:
- Starter
- Main course
- Dessert
Meals are freshly prepared by your chalet hosts, allowing everyone to relax together after skiing without worrying about restaurants or cooking.
Most companies also cater for vegetarian, vegan and dietary requirements when arranged in advance. Children’s meals are also typically available at an earlier dinner time. This allows parents to get the kids fed and settled before enjoying their own dinner.
Wine with dinner
Many catered chalet holidays also include wine during evening meals.
It’s a lovely way to round off the day, chat about the skiing and enjoy dinner together without watching every penny.
Exactly what’s included varies between operators, so it’s always worth checking before you book.
Airport transfers
Some catered chalet companies include airport transfers as part of the package.
This removes the hassle of arranging taxis or hire cars and means your holiday begins as soon as you arrive.
Resort transport
Depending on where your chalet is located, you may also have access to a shuttle service to and from the gondola or ski lifts.
This can make getting to the slopes much easier, particularly if you’re carrying skis or travelling with children.
Local knowledge
One benefit that’s often overlooked is having knowledgeable chalet hosts on hand.
Need restaurant recommendations for the chalet staff’s night off?
Not sure where to hire skis?
Wondering which mountain restaurant serves the best lunch?
Your hosts are usually more than happy to point you in the right direction.
Our Total Chalets hosts in Bansko are always available on WhatsApp and we provide a free concierge service for our guests.
A sociable atmosphere
One reason many guests return to catered chalets year after year is the atmosphere.
If you’ve booked a shared chalet, it’s a fantastic way to meet like-minded skiers over breakfast or dinner.
If you’ve booked the whole chalet, you can enjoy quality time together without anyone needing to cook, wash up or organise meals.
It’s one of the reasons catered chalet holidays are so popular with families, couples and groups of friends.
What does Total Chalets include?
In Bansko (Bulgaria) with Total Chalets, our catered ski holidays include:
- Seven nights’ accommodation (short stays available)
- Return airport transfers (on scheduled transfer days)
- Daily continental breakfast with cooked options
- Post-skiing homemade cake every day
- Help yourselves to tea, coffee and hot chocolate anytime
- Three-course evening meal on three or five nights
- Unlimited wine, beer and soft drinks with dinner
- Daily shuttle service to and from the gondola
- Free access to a local spa
- Friendly, knowledgeable chalet hosts to help you make the most of your stay
Our aim is simple: we take care of the details, so you can focus on enjoying your ski holiday.
Is a catered chalet worth it?
If you enjoy skiing all day and returning to a warm chalet, freshly prepared meals and a relaxed atmosphere, many people find a catered chalet offers excellent value.
You spend less time planning, shopping and cooking, and more time doing what you came for — enjoying the mountains.
For many of our returning guests, that’s exactly what keeps them coming back year after year.
We’d love to help you plan your stay in Bansko. Contact Laura on info@totalchalets.co.uk or call (UK) 0113 8150708 (BG) 0898918545