The 10 best hotels in Ljubljana, Slovenia

August 11, 2022 Jeremy Dunfee

Slovenia, wedged between Austria and Italy, has always been proud of its unique heritage. The capital, Ljubljana, is a perfect example of this blend of German, Mediterranean, and Slovenian culture. The old town is a blend of Baroque, Renaissance, and Art Nouveau buildings, watched over by a medieval castle. Cut through the gardens of Tivoli Park to the National Museum of Contemporary History for a history of modern Slovenia, featuring crumbled statues of Stalin and a recreation of a WWI trench.
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1. Grand Hotel Union

Mikloshicheva cesta 1, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
57%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 2653 reviews

Grand Hotel Union

The first class hotel in Ljubljana, boasting a premier location in the city centre, offering most spacious & comfortable rooms, excellent complimentary buffet breakfast, free internet, secured parking garage, business centre...Located on the door step of the Old Town and less than 30 minutes from the international airport, Grand hotel Union has got city's top location for business & leisure travellers. It is also the address of royal visits, presidential delegations, and major Ljubljana's events and has more than 100 years long tradition of friendly and professional service. All rooms (25-35m2) and suites (45-130m2) are air-conditioned and have bathroom with bathtub or shower, large LCD screen, phone, mini bar, safe, trouser press, hairdryer and free of charge internet access. The hotel provides 20 multi-functional conference rooms with capacity up to 800 participants, a top-floor indoor swimming pool, a sauna and fitness area. Culinary delights are served in the renovated Union Café. The hotel also has a newspaper and souvenir shop, a fashion boutique, a jeweller and a barber. Enjoy the stay in one of the most beautiful and elegant hotels in the region.

Perfectly situated, elegant building, with dedicated, respectful staff

Reviewed By nico H

The location of this property could not be better. Step out of the front entrance and you find yourself in a street of art nouveau buildings, and no traffic! The street is reserved for a steady stream of pedestrians only - plus the ubiquitous Ljubljana cycle and scooter riders - and within a few moments walking you are in the lively, bustling heart of the city. Asked for a room overlooking this street, and it was spacious and bright, with a complimentary mini-bar. The nearby Franciscan church was briefly and occasionally noisy with it's bell-ringing, and the sounds from tourists in the square drifted through the window, but neither was a problem. Soundproofing with the windows closed was excellent, as was the air-conditioning. The hotel did not have a restaurant for an evening meal, but had a cafe dining area which was open for much of the day. It was of a good standard with a perfectly adequate and reasonably priced menu. Breakfast was included and the choice was excellent. The variety of breads, cakes, and fruit available was very impressive. But if you also wanted the eggs, bacon and sausage start to the day, that option also came with chips. A first, for me, at breakfast. Overall, I was very impressed. The staff in particular were a credit to their profession. I feel as though some of the reviews below are misleading, and that they may even be reviewing a different hotel, bearing in mind that The Grand Hotel Union is linked by an internal corridor to a place called U Hotel, which caters mainly for business travellers, I think, and which did not appear to be so...grand.

2. Hotel Cubo

Slovenska cesta 15 Slovenska Cesta 15, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
83%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5 based on 1429 reviews

Hotel Cubo

Hotel CUBO is located in the centre of Slovenian capital Ljubljana, right opposite to the traffic free historical centre, within walking distance from the most important sightseeing sites and the shopping streets with lots of restaurants. It offers 26 modern rooms (2 Junior suites, 14 double rooms with one king bed, 7 twin rooms, 3 single rooms). All rooms are luminous and decorated with particularly good taste in a warm contemporary style using only the highest quality materials and amnesties, such as prestigious bed linen by Rivola Carmignani and The White Company bathroom amenities. All rooms have double glazing, carpet, telephone (10 minutes free calls within EU) TV, air conditioning, heating, free safe, WiFi , minibar, a mobile phone (free calls, mobile data and GUIDO app, personal guide). Bathrooms have showers or bath tubs, hairdryers, bathrobes and slippers. Parking is available for hotel guests, also with electric charging station. In addition, it also offer conference facilities - 3 meeting rooms. After thorough renovation the refurbished building opened its doors again in 2011 as a design hotel. Hotel CUBO is a partner of CUBO golf course Ljubljana, located only 15 minutes drive from Ljubljana city centre.

Comfy and Great Location

Reviewed By 444LizA

Stayed here for a couple of nights and found the location to be excellent within a short walk of the river. The staff were very helpful and had (at our request) booked our transfer into the city from the airport. They were also quick to offer water when I came in feeling rather hot. Room was comfortable though the bath very slippery for showering. The hotel does not do food in the evening and breakfast whilst good was a little eclectic by UK standards.

3. uHotel

Mikloshicheva cesta 3, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
50%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1451 reviews

uHotel

Luxurious and comfortable uHotel (formerly known as Grand Hotel Union Business) enjoys a privileged location in the financial and shopping district of Ljubljana's city centre. The rooms feature elegant design, high-quality furnishings, free WIFI access and relaxation options adjusted to the requirements of every traveller ... A perfect combination of spacious rooms and modern facilities. Elegant a la carte restaurant with delicious cuisine is led by the head of Slovenian national culinary team. For a delicious warm or cold cake, visit the Union Cafe and enjoy the unique confectionery based on ancient recipes. Unwind at the indoor swimming pool, during a sauna or a massage and enjoy the souvenir shop, a fashion boutique and a jewellery shop. The Grand Hotel Union provides 20 multi-functional conference rooms with a capacity for up to 800 participants and many other facilities.

Slightly outdated hotel with nice pool area right in the city center

Reviewed By MichaelAugsburg

- Pro: Nice pool area (cold water); fast check-in & -out; pretty good location still accessible by car; parking available; good breakfast variety; breakfast with possibility to sit outdoor; rooms with balcony; - Con: Outdated equipment and furniture; average breakfast quality (e.g. the filtered coffee is way better than the coffee from the coffee machines; canned fruits; freshly prepared omelette available only on request to the more client-oriented staff members :-) ); quite narrow garage with cars also parked in the driveway; noise from the chillers on the adjacent rear building;

4. Hotel Nox

Celovshka cesta 469, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
74%
Good
24%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 419 reviews

Hotel Nox

See why so many travelers make Hotel Nox their hotel of choice when visiting Ljubljana. Providing an ideal mix of value, comfort and convenience, it offers a romantic setting with an array of amenities designed for travelers like you. Nearby landmarks such as Župnija Ljubljana - Podutik (1.8 mi) and Romarska c. Matere Bozje (2.1 mi) make Hotel Nox a great place to stay when visiting Ljubljana. Rooms at Hotel Nox offer a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator providing exceptional comfort and convenience, and guests can go online with free wifi. A 24 hour front desk, express check-in and check-out, and baggage storage are some of the conveniences offered at this hotel. Free breakfast will also help to make your stay even more special. If you are driving to Hotel Nox, free parking is available. While in Ljubljana, you may want to check out some of the restaurants that are a short walk away from Hotel Nox, including Gostilnica Kaval (0.6 mi), Stara Pumpa (0.5 mi), and Kult316 (0.5 mi). Plus, during your trip, don’t forget to check out some of the popular parks, such as Tivoli Park, Congress Square (Kongresni trg), and Park Špica. At Hotel Nox, your comfort and satisfaction come first, and they look forward to welcoming you to Ljubljana.

Great hotel for city break

Reviewed By Tour17088434749

Lovely hotel and smart rooms. Staff very helpful , professional and friendly. Bus trip to town is very easy (bus stop is by the hotel) and cheap! Takes approximately 15-20mins. If you eat locally, I can recommend the Italian restaurant Kaval which the hotel recommended to us . It's only a 10 min walk away..a very lively restaurant outside on the terrace when the sun is out , but equally as nice inside during cooler evenings.

5. Ahotel Hotel Ljubljana

Cesta dveh cesarjev 34 D, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
58%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 695 reviews

Ahotel Hotel Ljubljana

Ahotel is an independent hotel for leisure visitor seeking to enjoy the delights of Ljubljana as it is for business executives. Ahotel offers an excellent standard of a 4 star accommodation at value for money rates, as well as balance of contemporary yet comfortable style. Ahotel is modern, inviting, spacious and cozy at one.

huge disappointment at the end

Reviewed By 140tarikt

The hotel itself is worthy the money paid. Rooms are comfortable, clean and peaceful. Breakfast is decent. BE CAUTIOS: few hours after we have checked out we were extra charged for the mini bar items we definitely didn't take and without prevoiusly beeing contacted. Huge disappointment at the end not because of the money charged (13 €) but because of the treatment of the guests after they left the hotel.

6. City Hotel Ljubljana

Dalmatinova ulica 15, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
37%
Good
45%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 2106 reviews

City Hotel Ljubljana

City hotel is located in the heart of Ljubljana, one of the most relaxed capitals in the world, where castles and dragons rub shoulders with trendy coffee shops and a lively night life. This pleasant 3-star superior hotel offers 197 comfortable rooms where you can rest after a busy day of exploring the capital. But your exploration of Ljubljana doesn't end when you enter your hotel room, because we brought a bit of the city inside each room with a photo wallpaper showing the magic of the city through the lens of the renowned photographer Žiga Koritnik. This way, you can dream under the Dragon Bridge, the Cathedral or another surprising, yet undiscovered corner of the city. We offer more than just comfortable rooms and a friendly staff. The hotel has a fully equipped conference centre with four conference halls, a sunny terrace with lush greenery and a gorgeous view of Ljubljana Castle, a fitness centre, a restaurant and bar. In addition, we offer an internet corner and free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. For rainy days, we recommend you browse through our book case, next to which you will find a comfy reading area. Here, you can spend many pleasant hours curled up with a good book and some hot cocoa to keep you company. If you are visiting in your own car, you can use our underground garage. We also provide free bicycle rental for carefree exploration of Ljubljana, as the city centre is closed to traffic. We have a variety of guests staying with us, from business people to young couples and families who wish to stay as close as possible to the romantic old town. The hotel is easily accessible from all main roads entering the city. It is located right where the traffic-free area begins and is easily accessible by a car. The main bus and rail station is only 400 meters away and the Jože Pučnik airport is located 25 kilometres from the hotel. City Hotel is an excellent choice for anyone who wants to explore other parts of Slovenia as well. It takes just a little over an hour to reach the magical Slovenian coast and take a walk down the cobblestoned alleys of medieval Piran, enjoy a delicious sea-food meal or party in Portorož. You can just as easily drive to Lake Bled that looks like it came out of a fairy tale or explore the breath-taking underground world of the Postojna Cave.

Perfect place to explore the City

Reviewed By Cessonfire

We were in Room 628, which was very nice, the only thing which let it down in my view, was that there was only one chair, and the pillows were poor. I would have rated this more, as the staff were very friendly and accommodating, what let the place down was the breakfast, now although the selection of cold food was very good and plentiful, the big let down for me was the cooked side of the breakfast, over the 4 days we sat for breakfast, (we even tried different times), the food was always cold. The toaster was broken, and even after feeding it through 5 times it still remained white, even after adjusting the speed and heat. But if you only want continental type breakfast this is the place for you.

7. Central Hotel

Miklošičeva Cesta 9, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
54%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
4%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 270 reviews

Central Hotel

In 2019 renovated 3-star superior Central Hotel sits just 500 meters or 1,640 feet from Prešeren Square and Triple Bridge, considered the very heart of town and very convenient to all the downtown area and attractions of the city. It offers 90 double rooms in four categories. Some of the rooms have a direct view of the Ljubljana Castle, and all of them are available with breakfast. Each room has Smart TV, an ultra-fast Wi-Fi connection, AC, comfortable bed and a rain–shower. A parking garage is in the direct vicinity of the hotel (at an extra charge). Small pets are welcome (at an extra charge). The hotel has a smoke-free policy.

Relaxed Atmosphere

Reviewed By mharler

Super friendly staff at reception and the bar area. The atmosphere was very relaxing, my room was large and comfortable, with no disturbing noise so I had a good sleep every night.I would re book again in the future.

8. Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Ljubljana

Bratislavska cesta 8, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
54%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 1473 reviews

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Ljubljana

Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel Ljubljana is a 4-star superior hotel located in Ljubljana and offers an à-la-carte restaurant, conference rooms and a gym. It features modern-style accommodation with free WiFi. All accommodation units are decorated in beige tones, and provide modern amenities such as LED satellite TV. Each room features a working area, an orthopedic bed, a minibar and coffee making facilities.

Quiet sleep, good breakfast and nearby a shopping center

Reviewed By 299aleksandrl

Nice hotel with quiet rooms, located near shopping center not in downtown. Good services and accommodating staff. Modern design, although in dark tones. Elevators need to be ventilated more and use more lights.

9. InterContinental Ljubljana, an IHG Hotel

Slovenska cesta 59, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
66%
Good
22%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
3%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 477 reviews

InterContinental Ljubljana, an IHG Hotel

A soaring glass façade sets the scene for a memorable stay at InterContinental® Ljubljana hotel. Our lavish rooms and suites have stunning views and marble bathrooms, Ljubljana train station and the Old Town are close by and the concierge can arrange custom city tours. Host your clients in our elegant 19th-floor boardrooms, then treat them to a drink in our chic Bloom Lounge or the exclusive Club InterContinental. After rejuvenating at the spa, you can dine-in style at our rooftop B-restaurant.

very nice hotel in a good location

Reviewed By G P

This is a great place to stay in Ljubljana. The front desk staff was very nice and helpful. When our luggage was delayed, they contacted the airport lost and found in an effort to get it back to us. The hotel is in a very good location just outside the "no car" zone in the center of the city. It is located near the main bus station so you can catch a bus to anywhere, including a < 1 hour ride to the airport. If you are driving I suggest parking in the underground garage across the street. The charge to park overnight ranged from 6.30 to 9.30 euros, depending on how long the car was parked. To pay for parking you need cash (no cards). The rooftop bar is very nice. The fitness room is well equipped, although I was surprised to find that there were no bikes. The pool and hot tubs are both very nice. There are 3 different types of saunas (Finish, steam room, and infrared). There is fresh brewed coffee available in the lobby restaurant on all weekdays. I would definitely stay here again, but keep in mind that a brand new Radisson Blu will be opening by fall, 2022 right across the street.

10. Hotel Mrak

Rimska cesta 4, Ljubljana 1000 Slovenia
Excellent
35%
Good
39%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
5%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 539 reviews

Hotel Mrak

Hotel Mrak is a family owned hotel, placed in the old part of Ljubljana town. It’s interesting history and a pleasant garden make this hotel an excellent choice for all travelers who are looking for a charming and inviting atmosphere. Besides the great location and the proximity to the main cultural venues, the hotel offers ultimate comfort whether you are on business trip or on holiday. This boutique hotel offers 34 rooms with comfortable beds and new high-quality mattresses made in Slovenia. Although the hotel is situated in the centre of Ljubljana, it is very quiet and peaceful place where you can relax and enjoy your stay. Breakfast is served from 07h till 11h in the ground floor as well as in the hotel garden during summer months – from May to September. FB is available upon request. All rooms are equipped with flat-screen TV, telephone and free WiFi connection, safe deposit box… The hotel has 24/7 reception service. Our reception team is more than happy to assist you with any requirements you may have. In case that your request cannot be attended internally, we will find the best solution for you. There is a possibility of car parking in front of the hotel by prior arrangement and payment of € 16 /day / car. Pets are welcomed in hotel Mrak; upon prior arrangement and extra payment.

Good Boutique Hotel in the centre of Ljubljana

Reviewed By JohnAnn B

I think the best thing about the Mrak are the staff, from the desk attendees who provide directions and recommendations, to the breakfast staff who take orders, to the room staff who provided extra towels and shampoo. The Mrak is a small, clean and modern (or recently renovated) hotel which is very close to the centre of town. Our second floor room faced a courtyard, and while the room was tight, I've been in smaller. The breakfast service is excellent and well worth including in your booking. Lots of pastries, fresh buns and croissants, cheese and meats, fish, fruit, and good coffee. Plus you can order eggs in pretty much every form you could want, including eggs Benedict, plus ham, bacon or sausages. The front desk staff recommended a restaurant the first night (the Figoveca), stopped us going to the Friday food fare which had been cancelled, told us how the air-conditioning and towel rack worked in the room, and were generally just very helpful. In fact, these staff also communicated with us before we arrived to let us know the hotel shuttle was not operating and recommended Go Opti shuttle service. I have only a couple of issues to mention; first we had some confusion over whether we had prepaid or not (I think it was miscommunication with our travel agent but its worth knowing before you arrive), second the restaurant was closed probably because of COVID (I have hoped to eat there one night), and third there were no tissues in the room. I know the latter is minor, and curiously few hotels in the Adriatic countries seemed to have a box of tissues in the room? That said, I would wholeheartedly recommend the Mrak if you are staying in Ljubljana.

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