Ljubljana Hotels

Housed in a stunning art nouveau building dating back to 1905, this is one of the most attractive hotels in Ljubljana and the choice of many visiting celebs. The building itself is a gem, but the quietly luxurious rooms boast views of other ornate art nouveau architecture and peek toward the castle. The hotel also offers an excellent restaurant, bar and café.

Perhaps the sleekest hotel in Ljubljana, Hotel Cubo resides on one of the main thoroughfares leading to the city centre. The property claims to within walking distance of “the hub of the cultural, educational, political and business life” of Slovenia. While there’s a definite air of sophistication about the place, the staff are friendly and unpretentious. There are 26 spacious rooms, with furnishings and style boasting modernist touches.

The place certainly lives up to its name. Glamorous rooms, chandelier lights and heavy drapes will take you back in time to a world of bygone luxury. If you’re tired after a long day of exploring Ljubljana, head down to the spa and enjoy one of the three types of sauna (Turkish, Finish and Infra-red) or relax with your loved one in the hot tub.

Hotel Slon has one of the best locations in Ljubljana, sitting on Slovenska with shops to one side and the city's historic attractions rambling away on the other. A range of eating and drinking venues are scattered nearby. Refurbished in 2012, the suites have balconies with views back towards Tivoli Park, while there is also a café and restaurant serving Slovenian and Mediterranean cuisine.

This three-star property is centrally located with views of the capital’s castle. Transformed by a massive renovation programme in 2007, City Hotel has around 200 rooms, conference facilities, restaurant and bar. Neat features include free bikes and free internet access, while the staff are also happy to book local tours. The on-site restaurant offers good-value lunches and dinners, as well as tasty breakfast spreads.

Offering affordable accommodation just on the edge of the city centre, this environmentally friendly hotel might not win any awards for its tower block design, but it has clean, functional rooms with a touch of style. Free Wi-Fi in the 200 bedrooms and lobby comes in handy. Rooms are not large, but there are family rooms and junior suites for those seeking more space.

With bright rooms, bike rental and an on-site bar, this family-run hotel sits just beneath the Ljubljana Castle. Steps away from the pubs and restaurants alongside Ljubljanica river, every room offers a stunning view of either the Castle or the Old Town. Adora offers breakfast on the back terrace and a variety of Slovenia’s finest wines.

Fancy a night in a cell? This large property was once a military prison, but has been transformed into Ljubljana’s coolest lodging, located in the squatters’-paradise-turned-creative-hub that is the Metelkova district. The cells themselves have been converted into small but chic rooms with the help of local and international artists. Don’t miss the great light-filled bar-restaurant. There’s also a museum in the basement detailing the youth hostel’s history.

The location of this bed and breakfast could not be any better, as this budget hotel is tucked just off the lively Prešeren Square in the city centre. The rooms are basic, but perfectly clean and comfortable. Little extras include a conference room, free Wi-Fi access and the slightly surreal massage chair, the latter available for 15-minute intervals.

Much more than the ‘bed and breakfast’ it markets itself as, this cosy abode is housed above one of the city’s most famous cafés. Guests can enjoy excellent breakfasts there, as it’s part of the same business. Rooms are calm and comfortable; sporting creams and browns for a tasteful ambience. This is a good option for those looking for a conveniently located, cheap hotel in Ljubljana.