A little known is the fact that Slovakia is a country with the most castles, fortresses, palaces, chateaus and castle ruins per capita in the world. Obviously, except all those historic castles you can visit as a tourist, there are many you can also stay in as a guest. So, if you plan to travel to Slovakia, why not to experience some of these top dreamy fairytale castle hotels? Overnight stays in mysterious medieval palaces will surely make your trip extra special and unforgettable.
Below is a list of the best castle hotels in Slovakia. Some of these unique accommodations are enlisted heritage hotels of Europe. Guests will certainly enjoy staying in these fairytale historic palaces, chateaus, romantic country residences and beautifully restored manor houses.
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BEST HISTORIC CASTLE HOTELS IN SLOVAKIA
CASTLE HOTEL GALICIA NUEVA – Holic, Distric of Zvolen, Central Slovakia Region
Castle Hotel Galicia Nueva is situated in Halic in the Zvolen District of Central Slovakia Region. This dreamy castle hotel offers exceptional accommodation with a wellness centre, swimming pool, free parking and free Wi-Fi. As a matter of fact, this hotel belongs to heritage hotels of Europe.
Without exception, all rooms at Galicia Nueva Hotel feature a flat-screen TV and a bathroom with a shower or a bathtub, bathrobes and slippers. Some rooms also feature an air-conditioning. Bars, several dining rooms and a restaurant are on site. All staff is attentive and supportive, food and desserts are delicious.
Needless to say, this will be one of the most stunning places you will ever stay in. Click to check availability and the best rates.
Nearby points of interest: Divin Castle reachable within 15 km, town of Lucenec is within 5 km and town of Zvolen is located within a 40-minute drive.
Address: Zamocka 7, Halic, 985 11 Lucenec, Slovakia
HOTEL GRAND VIGLAS – Viglas, Zvolen District, Central Slovakia Region
Grand Viglas is a medieval castle hotel and one of the heritage hotels of Europe. The massive building complex sits on a hill overlooking the countryside of Central Slovakia. It is a fully restored castle from the 13th century fitted with modern amenities such as an indoor pool, sauna, hot tub and spa, Wi-Fi, flat-screen TV with satellite channels.
Additionally, every room at Hotel Grand Viglas is soundproof and is furnished with a sofa, a bath or shower, a hairdryer and bathrobes. Rooms are non-smoking and guests have free on-site parking. Guests can enjoy mountain views as well as the offerings of the castle bar and try some traditional dishes in the on-site restaurant. Click to check availability and the best rates.
Nearby points of interest: 15 min to Zvolen by car; 10 km to Detva; 30 km to Bystro waterfall; 18 km to Pusty Hrad hilltop castle ruin above Zvolen
Address: Viglas 602, 962 02 Zvolen, Slovakia
HOTEL CHATEAU GBELANY – Zilina District, Central Slovakia Region
Chateau Gbelany is one of the heritage hotels of Slovakia and its history dates back to the 18th century. This newly renovated Baroque countryside chateau sits in parkland gardens not far from the city of Zilina in the north-central Slovakia. Elegance and excellent service will satisfy every guest of this historic castle hotel.
All spacious and beautiful rooms feature a private bathroom with bath robes, slippers and toiletries, a kettle and a flat-screen TV. On-site parking, Wi-Fi and airport shuttle are also available for guests free of charge. Moreover, a wide selection of sport and leisure equipment are also offered. You can rent or borrow equipment for badminton, cycling, billiard or bowling. Fitness room, hot tub, indoor swimming pool and a wellness centre are also available. Guests can relax in the outdoor picnic area with BBQ facilities or on a sun terrace. Additionally, Hotel Chateau Gbelany offers facilities for disabled guests.
A glass of wine with dinner can be enjoyed in the on-site bar and restaurant. Chateau Gbelany is surrounded by beautiful nature where you can engage in multiple sport activities such as hiking, skiing (downhill and cross-country), cycling and visiting castles. Click to check availability and the best rates.
Nearby points of interest: 3.5 km to Strecno Castle; 15 min to the village of Terchova; Zilina city is reachable within a 10-minute drive; Mala Fatra National Park, 29 min to the Sulov Rocks
Address: Hlavna 140, 013 02 Zilina, Slovakia
PALACE ART HOTEL PEZINOK – Pezinok, Bratislava Region, Western Slovakia
Situated in the heart of Pezinok town, Palace Art Hotel is a tastefully renovated chateau. It is set in a parkland garden full of mature trees some 20 km north of Bratislava city centre. This countryside palace features free on-site parking, spacious summer terrace, restaurant and bar as well as a stylish lounge. The hotel serves continental breakfast buffet as well as à la carte options. And as a matter of fact, this historic hotel is enlisted as a heritage hotel of Europe.
Guest can enjoy room service and free Wi-Fi throughout the property as well as 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, a sauna, hot tub and a wellness centre. This lovely chateau offers 4-star accommodation in air-conditioned rooms furnished with a desk, a kettle, a minibar, a private bathroom with a shower, a safety deposit box and a flat-screen TV.
The town of Pezinok is well-known centre of the Small Carpathian wine region and is home to numerous wineries.
During summer season, the hotel’s inner courtyard becomes a stage for open-air music performances and concerts. Nearby hills of the Small Carpathians (Male Karpaty) are a perfect setting for hiking and cycling. Click to check availability and the best rates.
Nearby points of interest: hiking in the Small Carpahians; wine-tasting, seasonal country fairs, 20 km to Bratislava Airport, 23 km to Bratislava Castle
Address: Mladoboleslavska 5, 902 01 Pezinok, Slovakia
CHATEAU APPONY – Oponice, Nitra District, Western Slovakia Region
Chateau Appony is located in a small village of Oponice approx. 20 km from the city of Nitra. It is a heritage hotel dating back to the 16th century. The Renaissance mansion is home to a historical library with 17,000 original books dating from the Baroque era. Since this chateau hotel is a historical building, it doesn’t have a lift.
The rooms are beautifully appointed with elegant furniture and modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, a flat-screen satellite TV, air conditioning, a minibar, a bathroom with bathtub, bathrobes and slippers. Access to on-site parking, the wellness area with an indoor pool, hot tub and three different saunas are all available to guests free of charge. Patrons can also play tennis on the on-site courts.
Guests can enjoy traditional Slovak cuisine as well as Mediterranean. Parkland garden is beautifully landscaped and equipped with gazebos and BBQ facilities. The hotel also offers facilities for disabled guests. Click to check availability and the best rates.
Nearby points of interest: 20 km to the city of Nitra; 17 km to the historic St.Michael Archangel Church in Drazovce; 23 km to Via Ferrata Zobor; 23 km to Nitra Castle
Address: Oponice 271, 95614 Oponice, Slovakia
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GRANDHOTEL STARY SMOKOVEC – Stary Smokovec, High Tatras, Eastern Slovakia Region
The historical Grandhotel Stary Smokovec located in the centre of Stary Smokovec is an upscale mountain manor hotel with over a century of hospitality tradition. The hotel offers stylish comfortable rooms with satellite TV, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a telephone and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, bathrobes and free toiletries. Free WiFi, spa facilities with a swimming pool, sauna and steam baths are available to guests as well. Moreover, this hotel is enlisted as a heritage hotel of Europe.
Excellent local cuisine offering traditional dishes and delicious desserts can be enjoyed on site. The hotel is centrally located in Stary Smokovec, very closed to all facilities and services of a lively mountain resort town such as restaurants, cafeterias, train station, shops, bars etc. Click to check availability and the best rates.
Nearby points of interest: 3 min to Hrebienok cable car station, 6 km to Tatranska Lomnica Ski Pistes, 20 min to Poprad or Strbske Pleso.
Address: Stary Smokovec, 062 01 Smokovec, Slovakia
GRANDHOTEL PRAHA – Tatranska Lomnica, High Tatras, Eastern Slovakia Region
Grandhotel Praha located in Tatranska Lomnica is another dreamy historic mountain resort hotel with amazing ambiance and top-class service. The hotel sits at the foot of Lomnicky Peak and only 900 m from the nearest ski lift. This charming palace hotel that opened its doors to guests in 1905 offers free parking, spa and wellness facilities in addition to a unique outdoor heated infinity pool with panoramic views of the valley and High Tatras Mountains.
Moreover, every room comes with a satellite TV, a minibar, a telephone, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a hairdryer, free toiletries, a shower or a bathtub. Some rooms feature a balcony. The cuisine offered is excellent, especially “à la carte” and grill menu.
With the location close to numerous hiking trails and ski lifts, this hotel is a perfect place to stay in every season. Winter skiing, sledging or walking in a snow-covered countryside or summer hiking in the mountains will delight you enormously. To sum it all up, this hotel belongs to heritage hotels of Europe. Click to check availability and the best rates.
Nearby points of interest: nearest bus and train station are within a 15-minute walk, the centre of Tatranska Lomnica is reachable within 5 minutes, hotel ski busses to the nearest ski lift are offered for free and the Poprad Airport can be reached under 20 min.
Address: Tatranska Lomnica 8, 059 60 Tatranska Lomnica, Slovakia
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ARCADIA BOUTIQUE HOTEL – Bratislava, Wester Slovakia Region
Hotel Arcadia is a 4-star hotel situated in a 13th-century building right in the centre of Bratislava’s Old Town.
All rooms have marble bathrooms with heated floors, air conditioning, satellite TV, and tea and coffee-making facilities as well as free WiFi and antique furniture. In addition, some rooms offer views of the Franciscan Church or the Bratislava Castle.
L’ Olive Restaurant is elegant and serves a variety of delicious meals. Guest can enjoy sitting by the fireplace in the stylish Library Bar. Moreover, wellness facilities of the hotel include modern exercise equipment, a sauna and a steam bath. A public underground car park is provided for a fee. Moreover, this hotel is enlisted as a heritage hotel of Europe. Click to check availability and the best rates.
Nearby points of interest: 50 m from the Main Square and the Old Town Hall, St. Michael’s Gate is only 100 m away from Hotel Arcadia. The business districts Tower 115, Apollo and CBC Tower can be easily reached on foot.
Address: Frantiskanska 3, 811 01 Bratislava, Slovakia
