Ski holidays in Arinsal
An established favourite with UK skiers and boarders, and exceptional value for money
- Tax free shopping in Andorra
- Wide, confidence-building slopes, outstanding English-speaking ski schools
- From cosy mountain bars to lively nightlife, Arinsal is known for its sociable après-ski scene
Best for
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Cross-country
Snowboard
Arinsal at a glance
- Catalan
- Euro (EUR)
- London Gatwick (LGW), London Luton (LTN), Bristol (BRS), Birmingham Int. (BHX), Manchester Int. (MAN)
Travel included to Arinsal
Depart on: Sundays
Fly into: Barcelona
Transfer time: approx. 3 hours 45 mins by coach
Included in your ski holiday to Arinsal
- On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Experts based in Arinsal
- Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, ski highlights and useful information on holiday
- Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation
- Free resort bus service
Ski & snowboarding information
Best for
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Cross-country
Snowboard
Arinsal is a friendly Andorran resort ideal for beginners and intermediates, with English-speaking instructors and lively après-ski.
Runs
Ski routes mapAdditional Ski Details
- Ski area:
- 63km
- Off-piste options:
- Yes
- Snow park:
- Yes
- Resort altitude:
- 1450m
- Ski Altitude:
- 1550m - 2560m
- Snow Cannons:
- 373
- Lift Ski Lockers:
- No
Beginners skiing and snowboarding in Arinsal
Beginners will feel at home with an almost unbeatable combination of excellent, friendly, English speaking tuition and a good variety of easy slopes across the ski area including a scenic run right from the summit. The nursery slopes and ski school meeting points are at the top of the Arinsal or La Massana gondolas that take you from the villages up to the ski area.
Intermediates skiing and snowboarding in Arinsal
Over 70% of the Pal-Arinsal ski area are blue and red slopes. Be in your element with a good choice of wide, flattering pistes to keep most skiers and snowboarders occupied. There are also some lovely wide tree-lined runs on the Pal sector as well as some challenging red runs.
Advanced skiing and snowboarding in Arinsal
Skiing and boarding for the experienced is limited in the Pal-Arinsal area, although across at Arinsal, you'll find the best opportunities just off the La Capa draglift. There are also some testing mogul runs and challenging off-piste and the freeride areas boasts a mega half-pipe, Big Air Jump, as well as a Boardercross with jumps, bumps, curves and music - definitely worth checking out!
Ski Inclusive Package - save £66 per adult
| 6 days |
Child 6 - 11 years |
Youth 12 - 17 years |
Adult 18 years + |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ski | £146 | £345 | £356 |
| Board | £156 | £356 | £366 |
Included for 6 days
- Lift pass (Nord lift pass including Pal-Arinsal, Ordino-Arcalis and a day in Grandvalira)
- Lunch vouchers (to be taken in selected mountain restaurants)
- 'Blue' ski's or 'red' board and boot hire
Learn to Ski or Board Package (for complete beginners)
| 6 days |
Child 6 - 11 years |
Youth 12 - 17 years |
Adult 18 years + |
|---|---|---|---|
| Learn to Ski | £152 | £352 | £362 |
| Learn to Board | - | £362 | £373 |
Included for 6 days
- Pal-Arinsal only lift pass
- 5 days tuition
- 'Blue' ski's or 'Red' board and boot hire
Ski or Board Saver Package
| 6 days |
Child 6 - 11 years |
Youth 12 - 17 years |
Adult 18 years + |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ski saver | £167 | £387 | £398 |
| Board saver | - | £398 | £108 |
Included for 6 days
- Lift pass (Nord lift pass including Pal-Arinsal, Ordino-Arcalis and a day in Grandvalira)
- 5 day ski or board tuition
- 'Blue' ski or 'Red' board and boot hire
Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.
| 6 days |
Youth 12 - 17 years |
Adult 18 - 64 years |
Senior 65 - 74 years |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nord Lift Pass | £237 | £249 | £198 |
| Lift Pass with Lunch Vouchers | £290 | £301 | £259 |
Lift pass information
- The Nord lift pass covers Arinsal and Pal areas as well as Ordino-Arcalis, and a day in Grandvalira (Soldeu & Pas de la Casa).
- Free lift pass for children aged 11 and under when parents pre-book. This offer is not available in resort.
- Free lift pass for adults aged 75 and above (evidence of age must be provided).
- Free use of the ski bus that connects Arinsal and La Massana included with the lift pass.
- There's a free bus once a week (usually Thursdays) to Encamp, for the Grandvalira ski area
- The Lunch Vouchers are for the "Express Menu" in participating restaurants on the slopes. This includes a hot or cold sandwich (burger, hot dog), chips and a drink.
Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.
| 6 days | Category |
Child 3 - 11 years |
Adults 12 years + |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skis | Blue | - | £87 |
| Red | - | £113 | |
| Skis & boots | Blue | £87 | £121 |
| Red | - | £130 |
| 6 days | Category |
Child 8 - 11 years |
Adults 12 years + |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snowboard | Red | - | £138 |
| Snowboard & boots | Red | £109 | £138 |
- A helmet is included for children.
- The ski hire shops for guests staying in Arinsal is located at the top of the gondola station. For guests staying in the Hotel Magics in La Massana, the ski hire shop is located in the town centre.
- There is a locker at the top of the gondola which we highly recommend you pre-booking. It is around € 60 for two people, or € 114 for four people for 6 days.
Levels of equipment
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Blue: ideal for beginners to early intermediates – softer and easier to turn
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Red: suit confident intermediates – more rigid for better stability and control, usually new or one season old
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Black: ideal for strong intermediates and advanced skiers wanting high-performance equipment
Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.
| Ski tuition |
Child 6 - 11 years |
Adult 12 years + |
|---|---|---|
| 5 days | £135 |
£148 |
| Snowboard tuition |
Child 6 - 11 years |
Adult 12 years + |
|---|---|---|
| 5 days |
£135 |
£148 |
|
Kids club |
Child 3 - 5 years |
|---|---|
|
Snow garden |
£199 |
Tuition information
Ski school lessons are half days from 10am or 2pm for 3 hours. We always try to book lessons in the mornings but on some high season dates, afternoon sessions are allocated.
There are 2 ski schools
- Arinsal Ski School, meet at the top of the Arinsal gondola.
- Pal Ski School meet at the top of La Massana gondola opposite the magic carpet lift. This is for all guests staying at the Hotel Magics in La Massana.
Group ski lessons need a minimum number of guests to take place. Very occasionally these numbers aren’t reached. If you have pre-booked lessons and this happens, the ski-school will do their best to offer private lessons to the value of the lessons you had originally booked.
Levels of tuition
- Beginner: never skied before
- Level 1: advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes
- Level 2: low intermediate; snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
- Level 3: high intermediate; parallel turns and confident on all slopes
Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.
Where to stay in Arinsal
Arinsal is a very friendly village and is well suited to couples and families. We offer a range of hotels in both Arinsal and La Massana so you can choose the village that's best suited to you. Whether you simply want a base and plan on spending most of your time on the mountains or you'd like the whole package with access to wellness and relaxation areas, we're sure you'll find something that ticks all your boxes.
Our accommodations in Arinsal
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Offers available
![Hotel Sant Gothard Arinsal Exterior]()
Hotel Sant Gothard
Arinsal, Andorra
5-minute walk to the lift Spacious, comfortable rooms Family-friendly with amenitiesFood & Drink Couples Holidays- Half Board
- London Gatwick
- Manchester Int.
- Birmingham Int.
- Bristol
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![Hotel Xalet Verdu Arinsal Exterior Building]()
Hotel Xalet Verdú
Arinsal, Andorra
400m to Arinsal lift Cosy rooms with mountain views Perfect for family staysCentral Location Close to Lifts- Half Board
- London Gatwick
- Manchester Int.
- Birmingham Int.
- Bristol
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Offers available
![Hotel Del Pui Arinsal Exterior(3)]()
Hotel Del Pui
Arinsal, Andorra
50m to Pal-Arinsal lift Modern rooms with rustic charm Ideal for families & groupsCentral Location- Half Board
- London Gatwick
- Manchester Int.
- Birmingham Int.
- Bristol
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Offers available
![Hotel Magic Massana Arinsal Exterior]()
Hotel Magic Massana
Arinsal, Andorra
Near the Arinsal cable car Modern, comfortable rooms Great value for familiesSpa & Wellness Couples Holidays- Half Board
- London Gatwick
- Manchester Int.
- Birmingham Int.
- Bristol
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Offers available
![Hotel Magic Ski Arinsal Exterior]()
Hotel Magic Ski
Arinsal, Andorra
150m from the cable car Modern rooms with amenities Great value for ski holidaysSpa & Wellness Close to Lifts- Half Board
- London Gatwick
- Manchester Int.
- Birmingham Int.
- Bristol
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Offers available
![Hotel Montane Arinsal Restaurant 2]()
Hotel Montane
Arinsal, Andorra
50 metres from Arinsal lift Cozy rooms with great views Family-friendly, great valueClose to Lifts Inghams Choice- Half Board
- London Gatwick
- Manchester Int.
- Birmingham Int.
- Bristol
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Offers available
![Princesa Parc Excellence Arinsal Bar Area]()
Princesa Parc Excellence Hotel
Arinsal, Andorra
200m to Arinsal lift Modern rooms with amenities Spa, pool, and wellness areaCouples Holidays Central Location- Half Board
- London Gatwick
- Manchester Int.
- Birmingham Int.
- Bristol
Discover Arinsal
Arinsal, located towards Andorra’s western border with Spain, is part of Andorra’s Vallnord ski region which includes the Pal and Arinsal ski areas, with over 200 kilometres of slopes. There are two separate and very distinct villages - Arinsal is livelier with lots of night life, and La Massana which has more shops and restaurants. The resorts are 6 kilometres apart and connected by bus that runs until just after 10pm. Both Arinsal and La Massana are family-orientated and offer you access to some of the best-value skiing anywhere in Europe.
The après ski in Arinsal is not to be missed due to unbeatable tax free prices. Head over to Cisco's Bar for buy one get one free cocktails, free chilli nachos and special offers on pints or keep the party going out in the snow at Surf which has an outdoor bar and live DJ sets. Alternatively, have some fun with friends and try your luck at disco bingo or karaoke at the Derby Pub.
Arinsal and La Massana have a wide selection of spas between them so there'll be plenty of opportunities for you to revive your muscles before hitting the slopes again. The majority of our hotels offer spas available to guests and the general public but if you fancy exploring a new setting why not head to the capital - Andorra La Vella - where you'll find the comforts and treatments of the Caldea spa.
The capital, Andorra la Vella, will provide you with more than 400 shops offering tax-free goods. Although there is a dominance of sports shops, specialising in cycling, skiing and mountain equipment, there is also a wide range of fashion and jewellery shops, restaurants and bars and there's even a chocolate factory. If you fancy something luxurious or just a simple souvenir, the Andorra la Vella shopping scene has it all.
Andorra is known for its highly reputable English-speaking ski schools and instructors, so beginners and intermediates looking to perfect their technique are in the right place. The ski schools here are very family friendly with superb feedback on introducing children to snow sports. There are group lessons and private lessons on offer - so depending on your preference, learning can be done on your terms.
Travel to Arinsal
Travel by air
Flights into Barcelona depart on Sundays between 14 December 2025 and 29 March 2026.
Transfer Times
- Barcelona Airport: approx. 3 hours 45 minutes by coach with a short break.
The transfer to Pas de la Casa will stop as close as possible to your chosen accommodation. In some cases there may be a couple of minutes' walk due to regulations on where coaches can stop.
Private transfers and self drive options are available. Please call to book.
Things to do in Arinsal
FAQ and Travel Information
Morzine, France - awarded Families Plus label for their excellent dedication towards families regards accommodation, ski schools and additional activities.
Kronplatz, Italy - children specific ski areas so they can relax and practice at their own pace with no pressure of busy slopes.
Obergurgl, Austria - family parks and fun slopes so your little ones can play and have fun and build up their skills in a safe environment.
Arinsal, Andorra - dedicated family and new skier areas so you can ski together without worrying about too many other speedy skiers on the slopes.
Lake Louise, Canada - special 'Minute Maid Wilderness Adventure Park' for practicing, playing and having fun in the snow.
Flaine, France - three free ski lifts around the base so beginners can practice before buying a lift pass to venture out further.
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