Best hotels in Bratislava for every budget + area guide

Marrol’s Boutique Hotel

You can count the number of 5-star hotels in Bratislava on one hand, and Marrol’s Boutique Hotel may be the best among them. Located right on the edge of the Old Town, it sits in a peaceful spot while being only a few minutes’ walk from the main square.

The hotel’s art deco design captures the spirit of the 1920s and 1930s, a time when Bratislava was a dynamic and multicultural city undergoing great change. From the spacious bedrooms to the atmospheric bar and restaurant, the renovated building has an air of retro elegance about it.

Roset Hotel & Residence

Perched in the same quiet corner of the Old Town as Marrol’s, Roset Hotel & Residence occupies a beautifully preserved art nouveau building that features commodious suites in a classy setting.

The suites are simply huge and designed for ultimate comfort, with many featuring balconies that overlook the charming streets below. You can enjoy the on-site fitness centre and spa, or unwind on the sophisticated summer terrace, perfect at the end of a day’s sightseeing.

Grand Hotel River Park

If the quality and extent of a hotel’s spa facilities is more important to you than a historic setting, then Grand Hotel River Park is a fabulous choice in Bratislava. This luxurious modern hotel overlooks the Danube about a 20-minute walk along the riverside from the Old Town.

The hotel’s spa facilities are outstanding, set in an 11th-floor space with views over the river. The swimming pool is a particular highlight, which you can dip in between sessions in the hot tubs and saunas. Down on the ground floor you will find a stylish restaurant that serves a superb breakfast, as well as a bar with a wine cellar.

On the rooftop the hotel even has its own heliport, in addition to a private river jetty, which gives you an indication of its exclusivity!

Arcadia Boutique Hotel

Tucked away on a quiet cobblestone alley in one of the most picturesque parts of the Old Town, Arcadia Boutique Hotel will give you a slice of Bratislava’s history. The hotel is set in a beautifully restored 13th-century building, with many elements of a colourful past integrated among a modern renovation.

The ground floor restaurant, L’Olive – named after an olive tree that once stood here – is set beneath the original medieval vaults. Meanwhile, you would never guess now that the hotel’s spa (set to reopen in 2025 after renovations) occupies a space that was once a torture chamber.

Rooms feature luxurious touches, from marble-floored bathrooms to opulent antique furnishings, while the main hallway is illuminated by a magnificent stained glass ceiling. Considering the hotel’s quality and prime location, it offers remarkable value for a stay in Bratislava.

Beigli Hotel & Garden

BEIGLI Hotel & Garden has a wonderful location within the Old Town walls, right next to the 14th-century St Michael’s Gate. Similarly to Arcadia Boutique Hotel, you’re right in the heart of history here, but it’s also hidden on a quiet street so there’s little noise. It’s a setting that gives you the best of both worlds.

The hotel’s private garden set within a quaint medieval courtyard gives you a space to unwind in peace at the end of a day’s exploring. A recent renovation has elevated every detail throughout the hotel, ensuring true boutique quality throughout your stay. The continental breakfast is a particular highlight, and a perfect way to fuel your day’s activities.

Danubia Gate Hotel: budget option for solo travellers

I’ll be honest, I was close to including Danubia Gate Hotel in the above section on affordable boutique hotels in Bratislava. This is a modern, 4-star hotel with a great location just to the east of the Old Town, near the iconic Blue Church.

If you are travelling solo, you can find great value in the hotel’s economy single rooms, which are among the lowest-cost rooms you’ll find in such a good location. These rooms are also great for a work trip, as they’re equipped with a desk.

You’ll have access to the hotel’s excellent facilities, including a fitness centre, restaurant and bar.

Elisabeth Old Town

Elisabeth Old Town is a down-to-earth, old-fashioned little hotel with great value rooms situated just around the corner from the Blue Church, and a few minutes’ walk from the heart of the Old Town.

The rooms are simple and bright with striking colour schemes and a retro feel. It’s cheap, friendly, clean, comfortable, and provides everything you need for an enjoyable sightseeing stay in Bratislava.

This is also a good option for families travelling on a budget, as there are rooms with up to six beds available.

Hotel Antares

Hotel Antares has a lovely secluded location in the leafy Palisády neighbourhood, about 15 minutes’ walk north-west of the Old Town. Surrounded by greenery in a residential area, this is a peaceful spot to escape when you’ve finished a day’s exploration of Bratislava.

It’s a modern hotel that provides 4-star quality for budget prices. It even has a fitness centre with a sauna and hot tub, and there are tree-lined gardens for relaxation. Rooms have a contemporary feel and are equipped with all the modern amenities you need for a comfortable stay.

Loft Hotel Bratislava: best for a luxury workation

Loft Hotel Bratislava is one of the city’s very best all-round hotels. It has a fabulous setting overlooking the gardens of the Presidential Palace, midway between the Old Town and the train station. This is the kind of location we always like for a workation, being quiet but within walking distance of attractions, and convenient for travelling further afield.

The hotel itself is 4-star quality and has spacious rooms with free minibars that are refilled daily. Rooms are equipped with ample desks, giving you the option to work at the hotel or walk a short distance to a coworking space.

You can also unwind here when it’s time to shut the laptop, with an in-house restaurant that serves as a pub, coffee shop and wine lounge all rolled into one.

BlueBell Hotel: close to Old Town coworking spaces

BlueBell Hotel is a bright and clean affordable hotel within the Old Town walls, close to the UFO Bridge and the Danube riverbank. With Bratislava’s historic highlights right on your doorstep, it’s a great base for balancing work and leisure, and it won’t set you back a fortune.

Hotel rooms have desks with coffee and tea provided. You’re also within ten minutes’ walk of Smart City Hub, a coworking space that has very reasonable day rates, as well as a choice of laptop-friendly cafés like Lab.

Whether you prefer a quiet desk or a buzzing café vibe, this spot makes it easy to switch up your workday.

Safestay Bratislava Presidential Palace: for a budget workation

If you’re planning a workation a budget, Safestay Bratislava Presidential Palace Hostel is a sound choice of accommodation. Set close to the city’s main train station, the hostel has a great communal atmosphere and low-cost dorm beds.

There are spaces within the hostel you can work, including a dedicated free workspace and lounge areas for a more laidback vibe. There’s also an in-house bar for when you want to unwind.

Hostel Folks

Hostel Folks, situated close to St Michael’s Gate into Bratislava Old Town, is a great option if you want somewhere clean and comfortable with a laidback vibe. It’s not the most lively of hostels in terms of the social scene, but it has a bright communal area where you can relax and hang out.

The dorm rooms are spacious, comfy and well kitted out with facilities. There are private rooms too at decent prices if you’d prefer a space to yourself.

CHORS like a hotel

We’ve stayed in our fair share of upscale hostels before, but none quite like Bratislava’s CHORS like a hotel, an “art boutique capsule hostel”. If you like your hostels bougie, they don’t come much classier than this place. It also lays claim to being the world’s first NFT hostel.

The hostel’s capsules are absolutely huge! We’ve never seen twin mattresses in dormitory beds before. Its communal areas are boutique quality too, with comfy sofas, plush work spaces and a sleek kitchen area, while the wifi is super fast. This is a hostel that stands out from the crowd.

Wild Elephants

If you’re looking to meet other travellers and party in Bratislava, then Wild Elephants is your place. It’s also impressively clean and comfortable for a party hostel, while the location right near St Michael’s Gate is perfect for sightseeing.

The staff are mostly backpackers themselves and organise activities every day, and, of course, social events every night, with an inclusive atmosphere. The hostel has both a rooftop bar and a basement club, while the local bar scene is right on your doorstep.