Eastern and Central Europe (Eyewitness Travel Guides)

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Where to Stay in Slovakia

Finding accommodation in Slovakia is unlikely to be

a problem, even in small villages. Large towns, popular

resorts and tourist regions offer a variety of options

for all budgets – from large international chains and

smart luxury hotels set in historic buildings, to humble

hostels and lodges.

PRICE CATEGORIES

Price categories are for a double room

per night in high season, including

breakfast, tax and service charges.

CENTRAL EASTERN EUROPE

BRATISLAVA

Botel Marina h 0 S ÷ ¡¡

Nábrežie arm gen L. Svobodu, 811 02 Tel (02) 5464 1804 Fax (02) 5464 1771 Rooms 32 Map A5

This four-star hotel is attractively located on a boat moored off the left bank of the Danube, under Bratislava

Castle (see p305). It offers comfortable cabins and suites with air conditioning, Internet access and a minibar.

There is a nightclub on board. http://www.botelmarina.sk

Devin h 0 S ÷ ¡¡¡

Riečna 4, 811 02 Tel (02) 5998 5111 Fax (02) 5443 0858 Rooms 94 Map C5

Devin is located in the historic centre of Bratislava, on the banks of the Danube. The comfortable rooms are

furnished in wood and other natural materials, and have state-of-the-art facilities as well as views of the Danube

and the castle. The hotel also plays host to heads of government during state visits. http://www.hoteldevin.sk

Radisson SAS Carlton Hotel h 0 S ÷ ¡¡¡

Hviezdoslavovo námestie 3, 811 02 Tel (02) 5939 0000 Fax (02) 5939 0010 Rooms 168 Map C5

Situated in the heart of town, near the Slovak National Theatre (see p308), the Carlton is housed in an imposing

building. Each floor is dedicated to a famous composer and one suite is named after Maria Theresa, the first

woman to rule the Habsburg Empire. The Mirror Bar serves fantastic cocktails. http://www.bratislava.radissonsas.com

Danube h 0 S ÷ ¡¡¡¡

Rybné námestie 1, 813 38 Tel (02) 5934 0000 Fax (02) 5441 4311 Rooms 276 Map B5

This is a top-class hotel in the heart of Bratislava’s Old Town (see pp302–303), with a splendid view over the

Danube and the castle. It offers air-conditioned rooms with all facilities, a restaurant and bar, excellent service and

a friendly atmosphere, all of which contribute to a truly enjoyable stay. http://www.hoteldanube.com

Marrol’s h 0 S ÷ ¡¡¡¡

Tobrucká 4, 811 02 Tel (02) 5778 4600 Fax (02) 5778 4601 Rooms 42 Map D5

At once modern and retro, this is one of the city’s most exclusive hotels, situated close to the Old Bridge (Starý

Most). It offers a range of beautiful rooms and three spectacular suites, and organizes numerous events to enter-

tain guests. It also has a private taxi service. http://www.marrols.sk

FURTHER AFIELD Echo h 0 ¡

Prešovská 39, 821 08 Tel (02) 5556 9170 Fax (02) 5556 9174 Rooms 34

This hotel is situated on the eastern edge of the city centre. All the rooms are clean, comfortable and have

satellite TV, telephone and an en suite bathroom. The lobby has free Wi-Fi access. The hotel’s restaurant serves

breakfast, lunch and dinner. The cuisine served is Italian and duck is the chef’s speciality. http://www.hotelecho.sk

FURTHER AFIELD Turist h 0 S ¡

Ondavská 5, 822 05 Tel (02) 5557 2789 Fax (02) 5557 3180 Rooms 99

About 2 km (1 mile) from the historic town centre, this hotel offers plain yet comfortable rooms at reasonable

prices. All rooms have balconies; some even have their own refrigerators. There are also many amenities nearby,

including a park, swimming pool, skating rink and bowling alley. http://www.turist.sk

FURTHER AFIELD Sorea h 0 S ÷ ¡¡

Král’ovské údolie 6, 811 02 Tel (02) 5441 4442 Fax (02) 5441 1017 Rooms 39

Standing to the west of the castle, surrounded by greenery, this hotel is a 10-minute walk from the city centre.

Belonging to the Slovak Sorea chain, it offers modern, well-kept rooms and a breakfast bar. The Vitalcentre spa

offers a sauna, massage facilities and a range of individual treatments. http://www.sorea.sk

FURTHER AFIELD Apartmánový Hotel Residence Sulekova h ÷ z ¡¡¡

Šulekova 20, 811 06 Tel (02) 5441 9383 Fax (02) 5441 9388 Rooms 32

The only hotel of its kind in Bratislava, this place offers beautifully fitted apartments with modern decor, complete

with kitchen and minibar. Part of the Ma Maison chain, which operates hotels in the capital cities in Central Europe,

there are special discounts for visitors planning to stay for extended periods. http://www.residence-sulekova.com

¡ under 65 euros

¡¡ 65–130 euros

¡¡¡ 130–200 euros

¡¡¡¡ 200–265 euros

¡¡¡¡¡ over 265 euros

Map References see map of Bratislava pp300–301