Concierge service Сarpathians Chalupa Chalet Strachan
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HOTEL OVERVIEW
Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to Chalupa Chalet Strachan – I mean, the name alone sounds like something you’d find on a tourist trap postcard. But you know what? This place completely caught me off guard in the best possible way. Tucked right into the Strachan Ski centrum in Ždiar, it’s got this perfect sweet spot location where you’re literally steps from the slopes but not dealing with that constant whoosh of ski lifts that keeps you up at night. The building itself has this sort of mountain lodge vibe that actually feels authentic rather than trying too hard – worn wooden beams that look like they’ve seen decades of skiers stomping through, and windows that frame the Belianske Tatry mountains so perfectly you’d think someone planned it (which, well, they probably did).
What really gets me about this place is how it manages to feel both polished and unpretentious at the same time. The rooms are proper 4-star quality – I’m talking heated bathroom floors that you’ll actually appreciate after a day on the mountain, and beds that don’t creak when you collapse into them after skiing. But there’s also this lived-in comfort that a lot of fancy mountain hotels miss completely. The staff actually knows the area, too – not just the obvious tourist stuff, but they’ll tell you which trails get crowded by 10 AM and where to grab the best goulash in Ždiar village (about a 5-minute walk down the hill, if you’re wondering). Parking is straightforward, which sounds boring until you’ve spent 20 minutes circling some other hotel looking for a spot with your skis strapped to the roof.
The thing that really sold me on Chalupa Chalet, though, is how it sits in the landscape. Ždiar isn’t some massive resort town – it’s got that proper Slovak mountain village feel where you can still hear church bells over the ski lift motors, and the air has that crisp bite that makes you want to drink hot wine and plan tomorrow’s runs. From the hotel, you’re basically at the base of everything without being stuck in the middle of tourist chaos. Early mornings are incredibly quiet here (perfect if you want to hit the slopes before the crowds), and evenings have this cozy hum of people coming back from the mountain. I’ve stayed at places with higher ratings that somehow felt more generic, but this spot gets the balance right – comfortable enough that you’re not roughing it, authentic enough that you feel like you’re actually experiencing Slovak mountain culture rather than just passing through it.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 10.0
Comfort: 10.0
Location: 10.0
Free WiFi: 10
Facilities: 10.0
Cleanliness: 10.0
Value for money: 10.0
Evas from Lithuania
Everything was perfect. Super friendly staff. Comfortable rooms with stunning view.
Michaela from United States
Absolutely everything! Fairytale location, beautiful chalet in romantic traditional mountain style, well equipped, clean, modern, comfortable. Luxurious romantic getaway!
Marius from Lithuania
Loved that place. From the first moments when entering. Like in fairy tail.
Dominika from Slovakia
Neopísateľne krásny zážitok z ubytovania.
Friedrich from Austria
Perfect chalet
Svk from Slovakia
NIKOMU NEODPURUCAM!!!!!!! - ale len kvoli tomu aby som sa mohol este niekedy tam ubytovat nebolo vzdy obsadene!!!!! Miesto a aj ubytovanie ako rozpravky a to nad slov. lyz. strediskami som uz davano "zlomil palicu" Ludia max. ustretovi a mozem len chvalit. :D
Timea from Slovakia
Chalupka snov
Emīlija from Latvia
Karina from Lithuania
Kapitany from Hungary
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Tatranský národný park: 3.3 km
- Tatrzański Park Narodowy: 13 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Ždiaranka: 200 m
- Restaurant Privat Gazda: 1,000 m
- Restaurant Penzion Strachan: 200 m
Natural beauty:
- Lake Morskie Oko: 14 km*
Ski lifts:
- Strednica A LV 1000: 1.7 km
- Strednica C1 LV H-60: 1.7 km
- Strednica C2 LV H-60: 1.7 km
Closest airports:
- Poprad-Tatry Airport: 34 km
ROOMS
- Apartment with Mountain View with extra-large double bed2 futon beds, 1 extra-large double bed, 2 futon beds and 2 × 2 sofa beds for 4 adults, 2 children
FACILITIES
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Kitchen:
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Sun terrace
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Kids' pool
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Full body massage
- Hand massage
- Head massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Steam room
- Massage Additional charge
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
- Sauna Additional charge
Transport:
- Bicycle rental Additional charge
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Activities:
- Live music/performance Off-site
- Themed dinner nights Additional charge Off-site
- Bike tours
- Walking tours
- Temporary art galleries Additional charge
- Badminton equipment
- Water park Additional charge Off-site
- Ski-to-door access
- Ski pass vendor
- Ski equipment hire on site
- Ski school Additional charge
- Ski storage
- Mini golf
- Bowling Additional charge Off-site
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Billiards Additional charge
- Skiing
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Tennis court Additional charge Off-site
Living Area:
- Sofa
- Fireplace
- Seating Area
Food & Drink:
- Fruits
- Wine/champagne Additional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kid meals Additional charge
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Packed lunches
- Breakfast in the room
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous:
- Pet bowls
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Mountain view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
Languages spoken:
- Czech
- German
- English
- Italian
- Polish
- Russian
- Slovak
- Ukrainian
Cleaning services:
- Ironing service Additional charge
- Dry cleaning Additional charge
- Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- Smoke alarms
- Key card access
- Key access
- Safety deposit box
Media & Technology:
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Telephone
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/check-out
- ATM/cash machine on site
- Tour desk
- Express check-in/check-out Additional charge
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- 2 restaurants
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Pets allowed
- Balcony
- Free WiFi
- View
- Kitchen
- Family rooms
Building characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Entertainment and family services:
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Children's playground
- Babysitting/child services Additional charge
Parking Free public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed).:
- Street parking
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 14:00 to 20:00
- You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 08:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
Strachan Ski centrum Ždiar, 059 55 Ždiar, Slovakia
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