During 13th century, the original water chateau served as seat of magnates from Svätý Jur and Pezinok. Eight hundred years later the renewed chateau opened own gates. Štefan of the Šimák generation established there winery, hotel and exhibition of wine, glass as well as of the Pálffy family.

The end of the Austro – Hungarian Empire, creation of Czechoslovakia and the two world wars represented hard times for chateau Pezinok. In 1930, the Pálffy family sold the chateau in devastated condition to the town of Pezinok.

Starting from 1936, the chateau operated as seat of the Slovak Wine Grower Association, which in 1951 was swallowed by the state Winemaker Factory. A part of the factory represented a distillery, which starting from 1968, produced the world-known Carpathian Brandy Special with a knight on label.

ROOMS & SUITES
Palace Art Hotel Pezinok, a boutique hotel, in noble atmosphere offers exclusive services in 48 rooms and apartments. You will be fascinated when entering the reception as well as the Palffy Restaurant – the gastronomic temple. The hotel, fully equipped with modern technologies, is located in the new part of the chateau.

Select a room with a view to medieval courtyard and non-typical half tower of the knight Ján Krušič, or a view to the quiet surface of the fishpond located in the chateau park. Comfort and silence is guaranteed in each room, on all 120 beds. You will enjoy the charm of the chateau in all hotel premises, especially in luxury rooms, original apartments and unbelievable gorgeous Royal Apartment with own terrace and pretentious equipment.

ROYAL APARTMENT
The best chateau rooms were always prepared for the king. Enjoy these superb moments, luxury of space, uniqueness of moment. Grandiose rooms will offer to you everything what you would need for complete break and intimacy. Two double bedrooms and one living room on an area of 104 m2, plus spacious bathroom with a shower as well as large whirlpool and sauna.

This space is sufficient not only for a pair but also for several friends. Agreeable seating offers a spacious terrace on 82 m2, including luxury outdoor furniture. Royal apartment will guarantee to you absolute serenity and discreet service.

TOWER SUITE
Chateau tower offers not only exclusive living, but also gorgeous views to different directions. Thick walls are ideal for total repose, plus non-typical circular bedroom and magnificent living room – these are conveniences of the medieval building.

Tower apartment offers luxury on 75 m2 and in the bathroom you will find a modern shower as well as design bathtub with a view to nature. Comfortable privacy will offer to you soft down and feather duvets and exclusive mattresses.

JUNIOR SUITE
Elegant privacy on 55 m2 with luxury living room and bedroom represents an excellent solution for living in a chateau. View to park will always supply to you energy of nature. Pillows and down and feather duvets with anti-allergy treatment and luxury beds and mattresses will guarantee agreeable and generous sleeping. Spacious bathroom with large shower offers plenty of comfort and relax.

FAMILY ROOM
The spacious family room is especially suitable for 2 adults and 2 children up to 12 years old. Scenery of huge trees, narrow paths as well as glittering lake surface – that is beauty during each season. In extraordinary pillows, down and feather duvets with anti-allergy treatment in beds with luxury mattresses, your sleeping will be agreeable. Spacious bathroom with large scale shower offers plenty of comfort and relax.

PALACE ROOM
Spatial luxury and views from the window to Chateau Park represent the advantages of this spacious room on an area of 32 – 35 m2. Scenery of huge trees, narrow paths as well as glittering lake surface – that is beauty during each season. In extraordinary pillows, down and feather duvets with anti-allergy treatment in beds with luxury mattresses, your sleeping will be agreeable. Spacious bathroom with large scale shower offers plenty of comfort and relax.

DINING
Unique art of the chef will provide a new dimension to that what in prose is called meals and beverages. Enjoy the delicious experience finalised by extraordinary wines of the Castle Winery in the noble Palffy Restaurant on sunny terrace during agreeable summer meetings, consuming home-made delicacies in the Castle Tavern, or finger food and beverages on the highest castle floor in the Palace Lounge

PALFFY RESTAURANT
Fresh, local resources, prepared alongside the international culinary trends are the base for quality, unique meals. Specialties served with nobles, in an elegant restaurant and for the guest we guarantee a premium gastronomical experience.

Our concept of food preparation is based on the combination of fresh, local resources and french table manners in modern style. Premium gastronomy will speak to you through quality food. The approach of the Chef is special, a little different, he serves local food with a french tint. He always makes sure that on every plate, there is something actual, that goes with the wine that is in season.

ZAMOCKA VIECHA
In a stylish environment we offer simple classic meals of amazing quality. Honest domestic cuisine follows the tradition of typical delicacies of the past. With respect to the individual processes involving fresh local resources in a calm atmosphere.

You will be greeted with simple seating meant for meeting friends and meals enriched with wine from the local menu. As if you were not in a Château in the centre of the town. Even if you only come in to take a peek, the family atmosphere will definitely win you over with relaxation and happiness from pleasant moments. All of this under the mediaeval canopy, where in the hot summers, you will experience real shade.

PALACE LOUNGE
Below hundred years old wooden beams of the castle ceiling you will find a charismatic place to sit down or for social skills games. Offer of beverages, peaceful silence and comfortable equipment will speak to you. An ideal place intended not only for meetings but also for undisturbed entertainment.

EVENTS
We offer to you the Middle Ages atmosphere, unique experience and different options, exclusive and cosy premises, inventive ideas in the PALACE ART HOTEL PEZINOK, primarily, we offer an excellent team. In the ŠIMÁK ZÁMOK PEZINOK you will experience unforgettable business as well as private meetings.

From a ball and gala evening in the magnificence of the KATARÍNA PÁLFFY GOLDEN HALL to a conference in the JÁN KRUŠIČ KNIGHT HALL, teambuilding in the courtyard, terraces or garden, wine tasting in the CASTLE WINERY chillout party in the PALACE LOUNGE.

All these activities we would prepare for you in order to gain unusual experience from the castle, cuisine, wine and beverages. Our gastronomy is unique and therefore family celebration of birthday or graduation in the PÁLLFY RESTAURANT will represent a gourmet experience. Exclusive premises for presentations you will find in our galleries – glass, Pálffy’s apartments or in wine cellars.

WEDDINGS
There is no more beautiful and suitable place for a wedding than a castle. During this day the bride will become a princess, dreams of splendour and extraordinary moments with groom, chosen partner. During this moment two worlds would be interconnected and a new universe, family, bond for life will be created.

Our castle thanks to the Middle Ages splendour and helpful employees represents a perfect choice for your dream wedding. Castle wedding will be unique, with many different options and all your wishes and expectations could be satisfied.

It is also a charming place for wedding in the surroundings of Bratislava, not only for ceremony and wedding banquet but also for entertainment and taking photographs. ŠIMÁK ZÁMOK PEZINOK offers variable premises, professional gastronomy, high quality winethèque of the CASTLE WINERY and elegant, broad-minded furnished PALACE ART HOTEL PEZINOK.

The castle is at reach, near from each direction and directly in the centre, with grandiose entrance, quiet background, adequate parking and surrounded by Municipal Park, with trees, fishpond and peacocks.

GOLDEN HALL KATARINA PALFFY
This real banquet hall – 150 years of history, has eight metres high ceiling, golden stucco decoration and crystal chandelier three metres long. Its adjacent two floor balcony provides this space with bird’s-eye view and elegance. The Golden Hall is suitable for 200 wedding guests.

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI CHAPEL
Renewed chapel in the original section of the castle represents a unique place for fateful moments. Consecrated and prepared for religious as well as civil marriages, suitable for approximately 30 persons. The area in front of the chapel could be changed to an original terrace for wedding banquet.

FAMILY EVENTS
We are your background for family events and provide you and your loved ones with everything you really need for family celebrations. Unique environment at exceptional moments of life. In the ŠIMÁK CASTLE PEZINOK family business, family cohesion is honored.

From christenings, graduations, birthday parties, men’s and women’s farewells, parties, various anniversaries, engagements … weddings, we can all set it up. Gradually, you can try all the corners of the lock and the quality of our services.

Major milestones in the pleasant environment of our premises, terraces, gardens. At PALACE ART HOTEL you will find the ideal combination of options for your guests close up and far, family, friends and friends. Everything to make you feel comfortable.

CONGRESSES & MEETINGS
In the castle in the center of Pezinok, only 20 km from Bratislava, there are ideal opportunities for any type of work event. Our offer is comprehensive, with accommodation, delicious food, exceptional wine, wellness, parking and a discreet environment.

We will prepare working meetings, such as conferences, congresses, business breakfasts, lunches, undisturbed workshops, meetings in apartments. We have experience in organizing corporate activities of sports and relaxation character, accompanied by wine tasting, corporate evenings and parties.

We can also prepare spectacular events – balls, parties, festive gatherings for your company – in our special premises, especially in the GOLDEN HALL OF CATALIN PÁLFFY or the RYTIERTS HALL OF JÁN KRUŠIČ.

WELLNESS
Separate world of luxury, deeply hidden in the castle premises, will fascinate our guests by its atmosphere of serenity and relax. The herbal aroma in diffused drops of water will bring to you harmony of mind and body. At least for a short moment you will forget tiredness, stress, or the surrounding world. Enjoy the art of living…

Vast area intended for body relax and calming of the mind is guarded by a mosaic with peacock. As the grandness of peacock feathers would come from the castle park to this world of water, relax and bubbles. Enjoy the unexpected water flows, heat flowing throughout your body, agreeable touch during massage and mainly undisturbed rest.

WATER
Water – hot or warm, always remains vital. It will bring to you relax, entertainment, tranquilization of pain and remove your stress. Submerge and relax.

SAUNA
In the soft light of hot stones, warm vapour and infrared rays you will strengthen your immunity, gain new forces and acquire the lost inner energy.

RELAX
Silence interrupted only by bubbling of water and hot beach chairs. The rest zone you will use above all for rest and calming view from the terrace.

MASSAGE
Use the hands of professionals in order to reduce your pain as well as stress and enjoy desired relax. Your physical rest will later calm down your senses

THE CHATEAU WINERY
All of our wine, ŠIMÁK ZÁMOK PEZINOK – Roman Janoušek edition, is born in the almost mysterious cellar premises of Château Pezinok. White, rosé and red. Rich in colour and with a seductive scent. With taste in which temperament dominates.

The unmistakable temperament, which is a combination of the technology, in the past years used by our fathers and our own adaptations to it. Let’s stop for a moment in space and time and we promise that we will be friends.

We want this relationship to be real and we hope to achieve that with the help of wine that is full of passion, with a guaranteed Slovak passport. Wine is made from grapes from our own vineyards, in the south of Slovakia. In Dubník and in Svodín, where we grow grape-bearing vines in the area of 100ha.

Our Château Winery is located right under the château, which shelters 800 years old cellars with apostolic wine barrels, a storage cellar with hundreds of barrels, but also a Museum of Viticulture. Another element is also the process of making the wine. In Château Pezinok we process the harvest with the latest technology.

We are the only ones in the country who have a frugal vibrating wine-hopper. We use modern rotating vinifiers, sludge removers, filters and computer managed anti-corrosive tanks, able to maintain the correct temperature, which the wine and the winemaker require.

The whole process finalises in our own bottle filler. Modern technology is however just an assistant, doing whatever our specialists allow and require. Our wine is an honest product, with fresh colour and a tasteful smell. In taste it is exemplarily clear, without any disturbing elements. The hundreds of years long story of Château Pezinok wine has started its new chapter, this time with the ŠIMÁK ZÁMOK PEZINOK label.

THE ARTISTIC GLASS GALLERY
The artistic glass gallery in Šimák Château Pezinok belongs amongst the most complex and unique art collections of its own kind, not only in Slovakia, but also in Middle Europe. The additional value to this rare collection of Artistic Glass is the passion of the collector and its sensitive placement inside the restored premises of the almost 800 years old, what used to be a Water Château.

The glass gallery installed directly in the Château represents new, innovative positioning, which might come as a surprise to the art enthusiasts and visitors of the gallery. Cold, mostly minimalistic modern galleries have been swapped for a lavish room between the thick castle walls.

There are tens of breath taking art pieces from contemporary artists, but also pieces from some of the most significant artists, when it comes to glass. The Gallery is unexpectedly situated in spaces overloaded with history, but it strikes a masterful impression, that it belongs there.

The history of our ancestors ingeniously marries the present, modern art and peaks in perfect symbiosis of experiences. You will be surprised by an almost alive statue of Messerschmidt, made by Martin Janecký, or the universe evoking objects made from optic glass by Ján Zoričák, placed next to a two hundred and fifty years old silk tapestry capturing a live scene from the roman antiquity…

Some of the most resonant contemporary artist names, which from the larger part figurate in the local Château galleries are from Slovakia and its neighbouring country Czech Republic: Palo Macho, Lukáš Mjartan, Miloš Balgavý, as well as Martin Janecký, Štepán Pala together with international artists Dale Chihuly, Latchezar Boyadjiev and the duo Philip Baldwin & Monica Guggisberg. Artistic artefacts from glass of various shapes, colours and sizes, diverse original techniques and processes can be found at the gallery.

They are a beautiful illustration of how far the skill and imagination of contemporary glass-blowers can wander. It is a combination of old techniques enriched with new ideas.

That defines the art work of Vladimír Klein, created amongst other tools with a chainsaw, or the interesting structured surface of the glass vases in the shape of a falling napkin from an American artist Toots Zynsky, or an innovative technique ,,inside sculpting“ by Martin Janecký, which leaves not a scar on his realistic sculptures, blowing life into individual faces and figures.

Expressive explosions of the colour palette in artwork designed by Dale Chihuly are next to the monumental torsos of graceful shapes by Latchezar Boyadjiev, or the colourful vases from the very motherland of glass art, Italian island Murano, from the likes of: Paolo Venini, Fulvio Bianconi or Adriano Dalla Valentina.

Her place in the collections has also been earned by the first lady of Slovak contemporary glass-blowing, Zora Palová. She attracts the interest of the visitors with her never-ending thought process blown into life through the colour palette of the water element, which she melts into dimensional sculptures from melted glass.

A little more than a century later the testament of the last owner of the Château from the Pálffy family, Ján, who wished to instil into people their own passion for beauty, art and collecting, is fulfilled in The Glass Gallery.

PALFFY CHAMBERS
It was more than a century ago when the foot of Count Ján Pálffy last set foot in these chambers. Once gorgeous rooms have survived destruction and looting and for a couple decades became an imaginative residence for ghosts… After years of decaying they have now again acquired their long lost noble fame. It Has again been filled with furniture, paintings and accessories that used to accompany the daily life of the last heir of the Pálffy dynasty.

ENTRANCE HALL
Portraits of the long gone owners and husbands of Katarína Pálffy – Ján Krušič, Štefan Ilešházi, but also other family members of the powerful family, accompany us on a thrilling journey into the past…The entrance saloon excites the visitors with a generous dose of taste and luxury, which however is only a fragment of the scattered fame of the residence of Ján Pálffy, art lover and one of the biggest collectors in the middle Europe.

Thanks to the preserved photographs and the assistance of historians and experts, who were helping the current owner, whilst searching for and purchasing the precious inventories and furniture, they have managed to return the nobles into the oldest part of the Château Šimák Pezinok.

The golden rococo seat set, from the time of the French King Louis XV, baroque armchairs coated with valuable embroidery, or the massively standing baroque clock, decorated by precious, wooden veneers, create an atmosphere, as if the Count Pálffy had only, just left, for a moment.

The Quote on the face of the clock, which is in Latin, „Tempus Nascendi, Tempus Moriendi – It is time to grow, It is time to die”, reminds us that the time of the powerful Pálffy Family has passed and it is time, for the new owner of the Château to take over the sceptre from the resurrected Château.

STUDY 
The bronze statue, placed on the hearth plate, depicting the elegant body of the ancient god Mercury, is proof that the collaboration of the owner and the historians was a success. Judging by the preserved photographs, which the visitors are also able to flip through, it is one of the art pieces that truly could be found in Pálffys apartments, in the past.

It is however not the only one. As the visitor walks through the luxurious chambers, he stops in the Study of Ján Pálffy himself, decorated, not only by the portrait of its most famous user, but also a valuable 19th century desk, originally from France, decorated with a veneer made from ebony and an ivory marquetry.

We can easily imagine the figure of the famous count, standing there in his traditional aristocratic hungarian coat, with a hat decorated with a colourful feather with a focused expression on his face, carefully signing with tidy writing, the receipts for another art piece, which are to enrich his collection.

LADIES LOUNGE – COLLECTION OF CABINETS
The largest part of the collections in the historical apartments is occupied by cabinets, which were for centuries a part of the residencies of aristocrats and the rich townspeople, that was unthinkable to live without. These cabinets were used to hide secrets, jewellery and other valuables.

Even though their outside shape depended on the progression of styles and in the course of history, it always kept changing, a characteristic part of these cabinets is their central, sometimes even, seemingly architectonic form with many drawers and shelves, often completed by a front double-door.

This unique and for Slovakia quite a rare collection of cabinets is part of the historical exposition of the restored Palffy Apartments, depicting various time periods and styles. Mahogany, maple and ebony can all be found in the Châteaus collection. The masters carpenters were using these in luxurious combinations with the precious ivory, semi-precious stones, or even with marquetry, made from turtle shells.

One of the oldest cabinets currently being exposed is an almost three hundred and fifty years old, this uniquely preserved cabinet is originally from the Flemish Antwerp, miraculously they have been able to preserve the charming brocade embroidery, with an animal motive, completed by the magic of the shiny pieces of glass and golden silk threads.

One of the most valuable pieces is without a doubt the baroque cabinet in the reception hall, made between the years 1745 – 1750, from the workshop of Carl Maximilian Mattern, the Master Carpenter of Wutzburg. It is a perfect example of how a piece of furniture, meant for everyday use, can become a true piece of art.

The valuable wooden veneers carefully placed into complex intrusions, create fascinating flower-like and mythological scenarios on the surface of the cabinet. The famous “historicism” era of the 19th century, which drew inspiration mainly from the later ages, e.g. Gothics, Renaissance or Baroque, interestingly substitutes the neo renaissance cabinet, in which the dark ebony veneer marries the soft elegance of the ivory, in a truce with the turtle’s armour and the half-precious stones, playing with all the colours.

BEDROOM
The owner’s taste, sense for the past ages, but also the thorough work of the experts, is noticeable in the Count’s bedroom, which is nearly unrecognisable compared to the original room from the break of the 19th and 20th century.

The room is dominated by the breathtaking baroque bed from the later stages of the 17th century, decorated with a detailed and complex carving embellishment, in which the typical motifs from baroque like: winged angel heads, mussels and rich floral patterns are predominant.

The painting placed in the bedroom is closely tied to the history of Pezinok. Ján Kupecký, one of the most notable baroque portraitists, who operated at the break of the 17th and the 18th century, in the area of the Habsburg monarchy is until today a renowned personality, filling the hearts of the people of Pezinok with pride and happiness.

Even though his art can be found in every big European gallery of old art, in Slovakia, we only have three paintings with his signature. A portrait of a young man with a feather decorating his hat, holding a sabre, which hangs on the opposite wall in the bedroom, is being credited to his anonymous pupil, judging mostly by the painters thorough work, including playing with the dark colours, chiaroscuro and almost mystical lighting of the young man’s face and hands.

Ján Kupecký, however, broke out from the creation of baroque art pieces established by the likes of Rembrandt and Carravaggio. Mastering the tenebrismo technique (sharp alternation of light and shade) of which representatives were before mentioned artists, is notable in one of the biggest art pieces of the Château Pezinok.

DINING ROOM 
The dining room is a remarkable part of the Palffy Apartments, here you can find the oldest and one of the most valuable paintings inside the Château. An oil painting from the first half of the 18th century, depicting St. Francis of Assisi, well known for its typical baroque emphasis, therefore depicting a tense religious rapture, ecstasy, which were typical for this time period.

However in Ján Kupecký’s artwork this element is rare. A mysterious source of light falls onto the saint’s head and softens the monochromatic brown, earthly tones, from which mostly the hands and the face of St. Francis emerge. An experienced eye of the visitor can notice how much attention the author puts on eyes, which come alive with the unearthly light, amongst the emotional expression of the Saint.

SERVANT ROOM – FORMER COUNT BOUDOIR
The historical Pálffy Apartments are concluded by an inconspicuous room, which in the past used to serve as the count’s boudoir, or a servant room. The valuable chests made from oak wood are the most dominant in this room. The younger Tyrolean chest from the break of the 17th and the 18th century, is noticeable for its provencale decoration, with a literal folk tint.

The jewel of the collection is an almost 500 years old renaissance chest made from walnut wood, originally from France. Monumental architectural shape of the chest is precisely decorated with gothic ornaments, including stained glass windows, gothic roses, or silk, curved window arches.

JAWA MOTORBIKES EXHIBITION
The desire to care for beautiful, historical things was characteristic not only for the last owner of the Château Pezinok, Count Pálffy, but also for the current owner, Štefan Šimák. In this case the apple has not fallen far from the tree and his fathers passion for collecting has been passed onto one of his son’s, Štefan, who’s collection now enriches the Château’s expositions.

Carefully fixed and treated JAWA motorbikes, which many may still remember from recent history, or bikes unique in the whole world, which have for years been hunted by the European transportation museums, creating a very special motoring collection.

The JAWA motorbike collection owned by Štefan Šimák Jr. focuses mostly on road bikes, mainly unique pieces of the world-known Czechoslovak and now Czech brand of motorcycles JAWA. On the premises of Château Šimák Pezinok, you can see tens of unique machines and even one prototype.

The company JAWA was established in 1929, when František Janeček founded it, when he bought a licence to make Wanderer motorcycles. Later out of the first two letters of this brand and his surname JA, WA, the name of his company originated.

The first piece in the collection was a black “Zetka” – ČZ 125 T, then Štefan Šimák Jr. found the red JAWA motorbikes, fell in love, and now focuses mainly on pre-war pieces. His collection is truly exceptional in both Czech Republic and Slovakia, not only because of the individual bikes, but also the condition they are in. Shiny, red steeds with chromated works, they will mostly please the men, who visit the exposition.

EXPERIENCES & ACTIVITIES
The experience number one of this region is represented by wine and wine stories. Curled vine roots were growing in this region for a long time and extraordinary is the history of wine cellars and wine small towns. Enjoy walking, active breaks on ski or in horse saddles. Find your way to monuments and curiosities of the Small Carpathian region.

WINE ROUTES
The Small Carpathian Wine Route represents an offer of year long program of events, typical for this winegrowing region. The largest winegrowing region in Slovakia is exactly the Small Carpathian region, where winegrowing is mainly located on south eastern slopes of the Small Carpathian Mountains.

The Small Carpathian Wine Route combines several phenomena – wine, land, history and gastronomy of the region located between Bratislava and Trnava. Three smaller towns – Pezinok, Modra and Svätý Jur, proud of old tradition of free royal towns, are located between Bratislava and Trnava.

The Small Carpathian Wine Route – the year-long activities for wine lovers. Close to the end of winter period and in spring, wine will be tasted during local wine presentations, which culminate with Wine Markets in Pezinok. Summer time offers guided tastings and the winemaker’s year will culminate for tourists in autumn by vintage and wine blessing.

Day of opened wine cellars in November represents the most famous winemaker’s event in Slovakia, attracting thousands friends of wine from Slovakia and abroad. This is the first celebration of results of work of wine growers and wine makers – of the new wine.

Wine pilgrimage will start at Devín, directly below the ancient castle and continue in small cosy wine cellars as well as in modern wineries from Bratislava even to Trnava. The accompanying program of this event is interesting, includes excellent regional gastronomy, but mainly profiles of individual wine makers and their wineries.

During this day – actually as of today during two days – wine cellars will open and wine maker operations for everybody, who wishes to pilgrim in the Small Carpathian country. 60 are the approximate number of wine cellars and their offer wine of close to one hundred small as well as large wine makers.

The Small Carpathian Wine Route will make happy not only wine lovers – equal chance would also have people interested in architecture, history or walking in nature – walking in vineyards would refresh body and soul.

BRATISLAVA
Bratislava – the capital and largest town of the Slovak Republic is only at a distance of 28 kilometres from Pezinok. The dominating monument of this town, with official population approximately half million, plus other 200 thousand commuting for work, is the Bratislava Castle with four towers.

The first settlement of Bratislava dated from the early stone-age. Celts lived there and the town belonged to the Samo’s Empire and Great Moravian Empire. In 1291, Bratislava was granted town privileges and 500 years later in the St. Martin’s Cathedral, Maria Theresa was crowned as the Queen of Hungary.

There are many monuments, mainly in the Old Town – the largest monument zone in Slovakia. Present Bratislava represents a modern centre with all state, central institutions, universities, schools; it is a town of trade, culture and art as well as of education.

THE SMALL CARPATHIAN REGION 
The Small Carpathian region offers different options for active break. Popular is mainly walking. Enjoy the day long hiking combined with ascent of 11 Small Carpathian hills higher than 700 m above the sea level.

We also recommend visit of the popular observation tower on Veľká Homola, opened after two years, ascent of Čmeľok from Pernek and ascent of Vysoká from Kuchyňa. Excellent tips for excursions in the surrounding area you will receive directly at the hotel reception.

Observation Tower on Veľká Homola offers magnificent views to tourists and visitors. In September 2016, the tower was closed due to technical reasons. After complete reconstruction in 2018, tourists can again enjoy the view of the panorama of the Small Carpathians, Danube Lowland, White Carpathians, Veľká Fatra, Pavlovské vrchy and Chřiby in Moravia or Eastern Alps in Austria.

HORSEBACK RIDING
The best known place where you could enjoy views of the wine growing and wine making region directly from the horseback is the riding complex Rozálka. Individual horseback riding or driving a horse or pony you could also try out at Štefanová Farm or in the riding area Čierna Voda.

Guided excursions in saddle for advanced riders are also prepared to Červený Kameň Castle, Budmerice Manor House, Smolenice Castle, excursions in saddle for several days, farmer’s activities with horses and for horses, horseback riding in open riding ring, excursions in yokes and other you can order in the Margita’s Dvor or at the Leonard Farm – JK Doľany.

CYCLING
The best known cycling route is represented by the Small Carpathian – Šúr cycling major road JuRaVa, connecting Svätý Jur, Rača and Vajnory. Recently opened and unique pump track at Zochova chata in the Small Carpathians is ideal for cyclists, skaters, skateboarders, as well as scooters.

Green Bike Tour belongs to the most demanding but beautiful mountain routes in the Bratislava region. It is a large route across the entire mountain range connecting Bratislava and Pezinok Baba. You will enjoy on this route climbing and coast, but mainly wonderful views of the Small Carpathians and the Danube Lowland. This route is 72 km long.

Kuchyňa – Šenkvice Route, 25 km, in the direction Kuchyňa – Pílanské – Piesok – Kamenný most – Harmónia, old water station – Harmónia Obloze – Modra, fishpond – Modra, behind the cemetery – Zadný šúr – Stoličný potok – Šenkvice.

Route Vysoká pri Morave – Stupava – Borinka – Košarisko – Svätý Jur – Ivanka p. D. – Hamuliakovo, 41 km. The less demanding cycling routes Pezinok – Senec, 17 km, from the Pezinok railway station via Viničné – Svätý Martin – Senec. Agreeable route Zumberg – Harmónia, 13.6 km and Častá-Červený Kameň-Píla, 5 km.

SKIING
The skiing centre Zoch’s Chalet – Piesok is located in the tourism area of the Zoch’s Chalet, 7 km from the town of Modra. It is suitable mainly for beginners and families with children. There are three ski lifts, funicular and sliding belt. The centre offers services of ski rental, ski servicing and ski school.

The skiing centre Pezinok’s Baba is located on the Small Carpathian ridge, close to the road II/503 Pezinok – Malacky. It has three main downhill tracks of a length of 500, 700 and 1000 m, plus ski servicing, ski rental, ski school, buffet and restaurant. The centre offers also tracks for cross-country skiers.

CASTLES 
Picturesque Small Carpathians hide extraordinary historic monuments, which will fascinate thousands of tourists every year. Castles, chateaus or manor houses… all will slake your thirst for learning more about the history.

Červený Kameň Castle (Red Stone, Rothenstein) belongs to the best preserved castles in Slovakia. Starting from 1583, until the world war second, history of this castle is related to the Pálffy family. This important Hungarian generation rebuilt stepwise the castle to a representative seat with rich stucco and fresco decoration of interiors. Presently, the castle museum presents historic residences of aristocracy.

Every year fencing festivals and presentations of falconry are organized in the castle. You would enjoy the unusual atmosphere of the summer night visits of the castle Červený Kameň Castle is well known for film and fairy tale shooting – Fantagiró Princess, Dragon Heart and Cinka Panna. The castle is accessible by car and on foot from Píla and Častá municipalities and open to visitors year-long.

On a not very high hill above the Smolenice municipality towers the Smolenice Castle, originally guardian castle built probably in the 14th Century in order to protect the Small Carpathians passes and Czech trading route. At the beginning of the 15th century it belonged to the royal properties, later to counts of Pezinok and Svätý Jur and from the beginning of the 16th century to Ország family. Later the castle was owned during close to two centuries by the Erdődy family.

At the end of the 18th century, the castle was deserted and at the beginning of the 19th century burnt out and destroyed by fire left in ruins. At the beginning of the 20th century the last castle owners, the Pálffy family, started to build in the castle area a modern family seat.

Only after1945, the construction of the castle was completed. The Romantic castle appearance underlines the extensive surrounding English park with meadows and you could enjoy its beauty during summer months from castle tower.

Rooms: 50

Price: from 153 EUR per night

Source: www.palacearthotel.sk

Its walls hold memories of events of eight past centuries. Starting with the very first medieval citizen all the way to present guests enjoying the hotel’s comfort, its cuisine or just a nice cup of coffee. Just to breathe in the atmosphere and relish experience which cannot be found in any newly-built hotel.

Thanks to the transformation of medieval buildings into a hotel, guests will find themselves right in the heart of old times’ romance accompanied by comfort and friendly luxury of the present.

One can hardly imagine that the wellness part used to be a torture shop waiting for their victims and that an olive tree was growing in the restaurant. The food is enjoyed under the 13th century vaults, drinks can be tasted in the bar by the open fireplace under the original two centuries old ceiling. And then the winding corridors take the guests to their rooms.

However, true soul of the hotel dwells in its employees, who make sure that the guests “feel at home here” every day. Thus, every square meter, every smile, greeting and respect … create an irreproducible experience altogether.

Romantic stylish Arcadia Boutique Hotel Bratislava is located right in the heart of historical Bratislava, still easy to find and access from all the main directions.

The Primate Palace, The Main Square, the Slovak National Theater, the Reduta, the Coronation Dome of St. Martin, Mirbach’s Palace, Michael`s Gate and the Old Town Hall are literally located just around the corner.

Our rooms offer a unique view of the Franciscan Church, one of the most valuable and oldest churches in the city. From our apartments you can enjoy a unique view of the Bratislava Castle and Michael`s Gate, which are literally on the palm of your hand.

Hotel Arcadia offers 34 luxurious, spacious rooms furnished in exquisite taste with high attention to detail. Absolute comfort can be found in our two-floor suites.

THE HISTORY
The main structure of the hotel was built in the second half of the 13th century. The building on Františkánska Street is registered as a National Heritage monument in the Slovak Republic. Because of the house’s different building stages, one can follow the historical and architectural trends as well as the artistic and aesthetic changes in the different eras.

Františkánska Street, where the building is located, was originally a road leading up to Bratislava Castle, and hence buildings were constructed on only one side of the street. These original buildings included the Franciscan Church with the Chapel of St. John the Evangelist, the monastery garden and the Franciscan monastery itself.

In the first part of the 15th century, the area slowly developed into an area for craftsmen where stonemasons, knife grinders and coopers performed their trade alongside the city wall.

Inside the building, one can find fine works of wrought iron from the Renaissance, Baroque and Classicism eras. Archaeological research has revealed indications of a Roman settlement at the site, and objects from the 12th and 13th centuries have been found on the hotel grounds.

During the 3rd Crusade at the end of the 12th century, the building served as a residence to the German Emperor, Frederick I Barbarossa, who was leading the crusade to the Holy Land. Another important historical event occurred during 1432, when the building served as the headquarters of the Hussite movement in Bratislava.

As a legacy to that time, a chalice (the symbol of the Hussites) was carved into one of the stone arcades in the building. Furthermore, evidence for a Celtic settlement during the 3rd century B.C. in that area was found in the cellar.

The hotel’s cellar (nowadays wellness area) is actually the oldest part of the building and offers a fine example of Gothic vaults. On the first floor of the hotel, you can find some rare examples of late-Gothic wall ornaments and stone window frames.

The arcades in the central courtyard area (today’s lobby area) are one of the finest examples of Renaissance architecture in Slovakia. The Renaissance-era vaulted ceiling in the cocktail bar is additionally decorated with Baroque ornaments.

ROOMS & SUITES
There are not two identical rooms in Arcadia boutique hotel. Each guest can choose their “own” – from a low-priced standard room with a window to the lobby to the most luxurious romantic suite. 34 luxurious rooms and suites are furnished with taste and sense for detail.

Rooms are decorated in a historical style (including marble bathrooms), but do not lack the most modern accessories – new mattresses for your healthy sleep, air conditioning, direct dial telephone, high-speed internet, modern TV, DVD player and safe.

Guests can also find a complimentary mineral water and coffee & tea menu. The offer is complemented by washing, ironing and breakfast room delivery.

ROMANTIC SUITE
Romantic Suite 50-70 sqm. Most luxurious, top floor. Unique view to Bratislava Castle and main city attractions-subject to availability.

One King size bed, separate Living Room, individually controlled AC, DD phone, internet and wifi, modern TV, DVD player, safe. Free bottle of mineral water, glass of wine during stay. Third person available on rollaway bed or regular size bed-subject to availability.

FAMILY ROOM
Connecting Rooms Executive and Deluxe, both with King-size bed and possibility of 2 more extra beds. Both rooms with separate entrance, private marble bathrooms and luxury cosmetics.

Individually controlled AC, direct-dial phone, internet and wifi, modern TV, DVD player, safe, coffee/tea maker. Free fitness entrance, bottle of mineral water, glass of wine during stay. Extra beds available in executive room for extra charge.

JUNIOR SUITE
Junior Suite offers private space in living room and bedroom with king size bed. Junior Suite features max. of historic elements from the original building from 13th century.

Indiv. controlled AC, direct-dial phone, free internet a wifi, modern TV, DVD player, safe, coffee/tea maker. Marble bathroom with heated floor and luxury cosmetics. Free bottle of mineral water, glass of wine during stay. Third person on rollaway bed only for an extra charge.

STANDARD ROOM
King size bed, 19sqm, warm classic decor, free internet and wifi, individually controlled AC, DD phone, modern TV, DVD, safe, coffee/tea maker. Marble bathroom with heated floor and luxury cosmetic. Free fitness entrance, bottle of mineral water, glass of wine during stay.

L’OLIVE RESTAURANT
The name comes from an olive tree that grew here at some point. Nowadays, you can no longer sit under its branches, but you will be pleased with the unique ambiance. The food is enjoyed under the 13th century vaults and team of cooks makes miracles using only traditional ingredients. At the end of this alchemy, the simply concept of the menu is born.

Risotto, pasta and slovak or international food create our cooks and in combination with good wine and reasonable price we will do our best for your satisfaction. Luxurious fine dining restaurant Globo is located just a few meters from the hotel. The friendly staff will be happy to book a table for you.

THE LIBRARY BAR
There are no guests who would not call it their “No. 1”, their favourite, partly thanks to the original 19th-century ceiling and stylish furnishings with open fireplace. Just enter this fairy-tale space, close your eyes for a moment and let your mind drift away filled with fantasies.

The bar is an excellent space for talks or relaxation with a cup of fine coffee, wine, cognac. In line with our boutique concept of providing our guests with a good night’s sleep and relax, the hotel bar is open from 8 am to 8 pm. Thank you for your understanding.

WELLNESS & SPA
No later than in 13th century, underground fundamentals were built stone after stone. In Medieval Times, people were imprisoned here for punishment, while today, they come for reward. The spa does not take up a large space and thanks sauna, warm humidity has settled in the air.

However, it is breath-taking. Cool down in a plunge pool built from the original well. The oasis of peace can then be found in the private Jacuzzi with always clean water.

There are stairs from the gym, which go way back to the 15th century. Now, when you burn your energy, you can imagine who walked these stairs and where they went … and time will pass faster and you will experience more fun.

MEETINGS & CONFERENCES
Have you ever tried how to work, train and meet in a place where the past meets a comfortable luxury of modern times? If you have, we do not have to explain more. If not, it’s worth the premiere. Try to organize your international meetings, presentations, seminars, training differently with a new standard and with an added value!

Accommodation, meeting room, good food that fills the body and mind with the necessary fuel, relaxation and a great program with a presentation of Slovakia. And dozens of additional details.

Rooms: 54

Price: from 98 EUR per night

Source: www.arcadia-hotel.sk

34 km from Bratislava, a place for rest, relaxation and inspiration was created. Located in the middle of a beech forest and in the heart of the Little Carpathians, the facility first opened its doors more than 80 years ago. Visit Hotel Zochova Chata and let yourself be carried away from the hustle and bustle of city life and leave your day-to-day worries behind.

Enjoy a romantic stay in the heart of Mother Nature. Dare to dream in the cradle of the Carpathians and let yourself be rejuvenated in the warm embrace of the majestic beech trees. During your stay in our rooms, the forest will sing you to sleep with its soothing lullaby.

Surrender your senses to the stimuli of nature and harmony. Relax your body and mind in the beech forest. The Wellness & Spa at Hotel Zochova Chata is a place where you can forget all about your day-to-day responsibilities. Gain inspiration and strength right in the heart of the Little Carpathians.

You can taste our head chef’s exquisite cuisine in our Restaurant, located in a rustic area of the hotel. A charming cottage atmosphere complete with Slovak specialties can be found in the Furmanska Tavern. You’ll also feel as if your sitting right in the treetops of the beech forest when you take a seat in our comfortable hotel Lobby Bar.

Experience unique moments in an extraordinary environment and help people make everlasting memories. Whether it’s the day you’ve come to say “I do” or to sharpen your team’s skills, you’re certain to experience moments with us that you’ll never forget.

We have a wide variety of events in store for you that you won’t experience anywhere else. Have a look at all that Hotel Zochova Chata has to offer, as well as its immediate surroundings and fairy-tale nature setting.

THE HISTORY
While Zochova Chata (Zoch’s Cottage) first welcomed guests in 1933, this unique place actually has a much longer history. Modra was already a key Hungarian royal town at the beginning of the 17th century, with the cottage acting as a refuge for the healing and regeneration of body and spirit.

We highly value the notable tradition, prominent past, and irresistible charm of the Piesok area – qualities reflected in the building’s extensive reconstruction in 2007. Enjoy the history around you, which our guests continue to write today.

ROOMS & SUITES
Enjoy a romantic stay in the heart of nature, dream in the lullaby of the Carpathians, and allow yourself to be renewed in the embrace of majestic beeches. The Hotel Zochova chata together with nature, we will take care of you, offering you the highest comfort.

You can choose between special accommodation in the reconstructed log cabin with its preserved original architecture, or luxurious Deluxe apartments in the modern part of the complex.

We offer accommodation in the modern part of the hotel or in the reconstructed premises of the original log cabin. For immobile guests we provide a special room with wheelchair access. The forest will sing you the most beautiful lullaby.

APARTMENT DELUXE
Immerse yourself in the world of luxury provided by this spacious, fully equipped Apartment Deluxe. You can literally feel the nature all around you, all rooms embody a warm style and a cozy atmosphere is enhanced by the in-room fireplace.

The apartment offers a generous area of ​​86 m2, includes two double bedrooms with private bathrooms, living area and a hallway. Each room has its own big LED TV, special mattresses with anti-allergic blankets, In-room coffee/tea facilities, safe, high-speed internet and its own temperature regulation.

SUPERIOR ROOM
Rooms number 108 and 208 Open the curtains and enjoy the view into the treetops directly from your bed or bathroom. Generous 36 sqm provides enough comfort for you to enjoy your stay to the fullest.

COMFORT ROOM
Treat yourself to a well-earned rest in the heart of nature. Open the window, breathe in the fresh air and listen to the sounds of nature. Comfortable bed, air conditioning/heating with individual regulation in every room, quality cosmetics, hair dryer, bathrobe, slippers and high-quality LCD TV guarantee your comfort during your stay. Available in twin or double bed variations, or as a double room with an extra bed.

DINING
We composed the menu for the hotel restaurant with respect to the uniqueness of this locality. Therefore we combined traditional Slovak cuisine with the Little Carpathian Wine Region specialities.

We like quality meat and when preparing steaks, we use various side dishes and herbs, which we grow near the hotel. When possible, we like to use local ingredients and products from our own smokehouse. We wish you a pleasant gastronomic experience.

Enjoy the gastronomic art of our chef in the heart of Little Carpathians, yet not far from Bratislava. Within our complex, there are three restaurants with various offers of delicious dishes. Each of them has a different menu and a distinctive atmosphere.

THE RESTAURANT
Restaurant Zochova chata is situated in the log section of the hotel. On entering the hotel, you will be enchanted by the dignified style and high standards, from the place setting to the waiting service.

The excellent gastronomic team headed by the Executive Chef is prepared to satisfy even the most demanding guests. Menu is prepared with respect to the unique characteristics of the location, it is dominated by specialities of the Small Carpathian domestic vineyard kitchen, local products and seasonal specialties.

FURMANSKA KRCMA
As a part of hotel complex there is a stylish wooden inn called Furmanská krčma (Olster´s inn) with its fabulous atmosphere of fairytale chalet. During the winter you can warm up by the furnace, during the summer you can enjoy the shade on the terrace under the lops of old beeches.

Cheerfull moments with the genuine contact of Slovak country can enjoy not only foreigners but also families with children. Menu is composed of traditional Slovak cuisine. It is ideal place for private meeting, family party, wine degustation, corporate event or foreigner´s visit.

LOBBY BAR
Spend a relaxing evening with your friends or make new acquaintances in the agreeable atmosphere of our lobby bar. Sitting outside with a view of the nature or in the cosy interior ‒ our lobby bar offers both of these options.

On our stylish menu you can find everything from popular mixed drinks and high-quality spirits to local and foreign wines. Even the most demanding wine tasters will be satisfied with our choice.

CELEBRATIONS
Celebrate your unique moments in an outstanding environment and create unforgettable memories. Invite your friends and family to our extraordinary high level quality premises.

Various options of accommodation, dining in cosy lounges and skilled cooks ‒ all this will make your celebration a remarkable event. Relax in the Wellness & Spa centre or enjoy various indoor and outdoor games.

WEDDINGS
We can meet various kinds of wishes. We will adapt this celebration of your love to the number of your guests. You can choose between indoor and outdoor premises. The Panorama hall is suitable for 40 guests at the most, the Carpatia hall can host between 50 to 120 guests. You can also decide for our summer terrace. We are ready to make your wedding an unforgettable event.

RELAX
Take a rest in the exclusive premises designed for intensive recreation. You can choose your preferred mode of relaxation in our haven of peace. From recreational swimming to fitness, or relaxing procedures and massages with professional masseurs. Even the sauna experience will turn into a fairy tale thanks to the amazing views of the dense forest. Live your fairy tale in our wellness centre.

POOL & WHIRLPOOL
A 15 x 4 m pool provides for sufficient room for recreational swimming. Afterwards, you can try the relaxing power of water during a water jet massage. We recommend for you to further relax sitting in our 16 m2 whirlpool bath.

You can intensify the blissful feeling by drinking cooled Champagne with strawberries or by backlighting water in your favourite colour. And if you still don´t have enough, you can rent the Wellness & Spa centre for night relaxation in the moonlight.

SAUNA WORLD
The feeling of warmth has beneficial effects on your airways and muscular system and will surely recharge your batteries. Have you ever experienced a sauna with a perfect view? Get rid of all the dirty and harmful substances in your body and absorb new energy from the hot stones, vapour or infrared radiation.

We offer 4 different saunas, tepidarium and “experience showers”, so even the most demanding guests can live a perfectly recharging and relaxing experience. You can also strengthen your health in the stylish Kneipp bath or in the refreshing ice fall. Moreover, at any time, you can go from the interior to one of the terraces or to the hotel garden with a small pond.

MASSAGES
The harmony of body and mind can be hardly achieved without the sensible hands of qualified professionals. It is up to you as to what type of massage or procedure you choose. Whether it is the classic reflexology massage, foot massage, or exclusive facial and body treatments. You can be assured that no muscle in your body will be ignored.

FITNESS & GYM
Modern fitness equipment to exercise all parts of the body and a fully-equipped gym is not only for fitness enthusiasts and fans of active relaxation. Being lazy and idle was a popular way of resting in the days when people used to work manually.

Today we are mostly working with our minds and to “switch off”, we sometimes need a good dose of sweaty manual work. Enjoy some physical activities and have a refreshing sleep after a good exercise.

OUTDOOR SAUNA & WHIRLPOOL
Treat yourself to an exceptional experience and try our private outdoor jacuzzi and sauna, located in the exterior of our Wellness & Spa center. Private sauna and jacuzzi provides in addition to relaxation also a complete privacy and discretion.

The barrel sauna made from precious cedar wood guarantees a real experience and delights the senses. Canadian red cedar is soft and very pleasant to the touch. Sweetish scent of cedar wood will delight your sense of smell and sight at the handcrafted design and exceptional style provides relaxation for the eyes.

WORK & ENJOY
Experience unique moments in an extraordinary environment and help people make everlasting memories. Whether it’s your special day where you’ve come to say “I do” or whether you’ve come to sharpen your team’s skills, you’re certain to experience moments with us that you’ll never forget.

MEETINGS & CONFERENCES 
Banquets, scientific conferences, award ceremonies or professional trainings. Our magnificent premises truly offer a wide range of possibilities for up to 200 guests and are equipped with modern audiovisual technologies. Therefore we will gladly help you organise any high-level formal event.

A large hall with a reception is not our only asset. You can find a stylish restaurant, an exclusive Wellness & Spa centre set in the untouched nature of the Little Carpathians and many possibilities to enjoy a formal meeting in other ways than just in a meeting room here. An outdoor breakfast or an evening barbecue will give your business meeting a special spark.

COMPANY EVENTS
The variability of our interior allows you to feel comfortable during your stay in our hotel with your colleagues. Cosy lounges and big halls for more than 100 guests ensure a pleasant experience for small businesses as well as big companies. Banquet? U-shaped seating? Theatre seating or any other specific forms of arrangement ‒ all this in the agreeable environment of the Little Carpathian forests.

MODRA’S HISTORY 
The first evidence of the town’s settlement date to the 3rd millennium BC, while the first written records date to the 12th and 13th centuries. When Rudolf II granted Modra the privileges of a free royal town (libera regiae civitas) in 1607, this charming place became a leading Hungarian royal town.

From 1610 to 1646 the town fortified itself with three sturdy gates, parts of which – the fortifications and Upper Gate – still remaining as a relic of an illustrious past. By the 17th century, Modra had become a notable town with developed viticulture, forestry practises, guild production, education, and culture.

PIESOK
Although known as Piesok (sand), it’s a pleasant surprise to find that the area is so much more than just that grainy substance and dust. As a tranquil oasis surrounded by Modra forests, Piesok has long been renowned as the perfect retreat from hustle and bustle.

This attractive location with refreshing vibrant air was discovered by Modra’s poetically-minded residents earlier than Harmónia. Piesok’s charmingly secluded Chapel of St. Mary Magdalene (1876) has a notable namesake altar, and this saint and St. Vincent are patrons of this settlement.

This location’s first villa for healing and recreation dates to 1890 and was quickly followed by others, culminating in the restoration of Zochova Chata in the protected Small Carpathians hilly landscape area.

This attractive cottage was enjoyed for tourism, recreation, sport, and protecting the surrounding nature. Renowned far and wide, Zochova Chata attracted visitors from the nearby cities Bratislava, Budapest, and Vienna, international tourists, and even US Presidents – with Jimmy Carter paying a visit too.

SAMUEL ZOCH
(December 18, 1882 – January 4, 1928) – Slovak evangelical priest, public figure, politician, church dignitary, and religious writer. After graduating in Vienna, this native of Modra first became a chaplain in Novi Sad before being elected pastor of Modra in 1907, where he replaced his uncle Pavel Zoch.

Samuel Zoch was involved in several key events that laid the foundations of the Slovak nation, founded the Modra Hiking Group, and authored the Martin Declaration. Zochova Chata was the first trekking cottage in the Small Carpathians, yet Zoch was not to see its ribbon cutting – his widow Maria instead attended the ceremonial opening.

However, Samuel Zoch had often enjoying walking with friends – including Slovak Matica’s Štefan Krčméry, and poet, pastor and politician Martin Rázus – in the beautiful area around the contemporary Hotel Zochova Chata.

MODRA MAJOLICA
Cottage industry for earthenware produce (Továreň na výrobu hlineného riadu a.s.) – Modra clergymen Jurkovič and Zoch set about restoring the former Mička workshop to keep the attractive and traditional earthenware craft alive. Their modest endeavour soon flourished into a full-fledged company when the two visionaries saw the business’s viability and the products’ popularity.

Their cottage industry became operational in autumn 1911, after which time Modra ceramic products were showcased at prestigious exhibitions in Budapest, Vienna, Brno, and Cologne – meeting with acclaim and selling well.

Especially popular were the traditional ceramic folklore shapes and colours – and naturally so, since Modra’s craftwork is globally unique for this style of decorative tableware. This local production of clay dishes holds an important place not only in Modra, but in the cultural heart of the whole country.

Nothing can enhance your concentration and performance better than outdoor activities. Our grassy area of more than 1200 m2 can be used to play football, volleyball, croquet, or for an elegant social event in a big tent. You can enjoy a smaller event in the gazebo with live music in the heart of nature in the Little Carpathians.

ACTIVITIES
We are preparing for you a varied range of events that you will not experience elsewhere. Have a look at what Hotel Zochova chata offers, as well as its immediate surroundings and fairytale nature.

ADVENTURE GOLF
Adventure Golf came to us from North America, where it remains a favourite recreational and professional sport. It’s essentially like ordinary golf, but set in a smaller area. Adventure Golf is played on an artificial grass putting surface with putters or mini golf clubs and a golf ball.

PETANQUE
Pétanque is a very simple game that originates in France. But you won’t have to travel far to give this game a try. Just stop by at Zochova Chata! Players are divided into 1-3 teams. First, one player throws a small wooden ball onto the playing board. Next, the players distribute the steel balls evenly and throw them one by one. The object of the game is simple: the one whose steel ball gets the closest to the wooden one wins.

OUTDOOR CHESS 
Chess is a two-player strategy game in which the outcome is determined by the tactical and strategic abilities of the players and their ability to pay attention and concentrate. The object of the game is to checkmate your opponent. It is, in its own way, an art form, science and sport. Chess develops logical thinking skills and helps boost your memory.

OUTDOOR SPORTS
The large grassy area can be used for football, volleyball or badminton; we can also lend you the necessary sports equipment. Fans of less traditional sports will surely be pleased with the possibilities of rock-climbing and croquet.

ACTIVE REST IN WINTER
When the windows are covered with frost and the thermometer shows a minus all day long, it is the ideal time to visit the nearby Pezinská Baba and enjoy some winter sports like skiing and snowboarding. Or in the case of bad weather, you can choose to play table tennis in the gym of the Hotel.

Beginners and children can also take advantage of the ski slopes just next to the Hotel, open during the winter season from 9 am till 4 pm. There are two pistes, each 300m long, which can also be covered with artificial snow and are regularly groomed by a snowcat.For more advanced skiers and snowboarders we would recommend the nearby ski resort of Pezinská Baba.

ROCK CLIMBING
In the surroundings of Zochova chata, there are 11 rock formations attractive for rock-climbing in an area of approximately 25 km2. These rocks are mostly composed of quartzite of various colours and quality. The most popular locality is called Čertove zuby (the Devil´s Teeth).

The rocks here reach a height of 25 m and their level of difficulty ranges between II to VIII. We can provide you with the necessary equipment and a guide. Beginners can also try the artificial climbing walls in Modra or Chalet Kukla.

EXCLUSIVE STEAK GRILLING
Would you like to learn how to prepare a good juicy steak in all its variations, rare, medium or well done? During a day spent with our chef you not only try preparing various kinds of meat, but we will also advise you on how to buy the right cut of beef, what containers to use for different kinds of meet and how to use the leftovers and bones

PRIVATE BARBECUE PARTY 
Would you like to become a barbecue pro? We will show you different techniques of barbecuing, flambéing and advise you on how to prepare the best dressings, dips, marinades and herbs for your barbecue. On the top of this, you will learn the best ways on how to use the temperature while barbecuing and how to compose a barbecue menu.

GOULASH PARTY
Do you want to know the secret of preparing a good goulash? Our chef can offer you valuable advice on which spices to use for beef or game goulash and what you should never forget when preparing it.

LITTLE CARPATHIAN WINE ROUTE
Small Carpathian Wine Route combines several phenomena – wine, landscape, history and gastronomy in the area located between Bratislava and Trnava. Between them lie three smaller cities – Pezinok, Modra, and Svaty Jur, which have been recognized for centuries for quality wine production.

Among the most important events in this region belong: Day of open cellars in mid-November and Open Cellars in May at St. Hurban´s day, when visitors have the opportunity to visit more than 100 cellars and enjoy the wine directly from the barrels. Hotel Zochova chata is located directly in the center of the action, just a stone’s throw from the wine cellars.

TOURISM & CYCLING
You do not need to go too far to reach an extensive network of tourist paths or popular local monuments. Discover the environment full of stories. Hotel Zochova chata is located close to Austria, the Czech Republic as well as Hungary, at the foot of the Little Carpathians. Not far from Bratislava and in a region with a rich winemaking history ‒ you will find agreeable locations for walks as well as more demanding hikes and cycling trips here.

LOOKOUT TOWER HOMOLA 
Those, who prefer easy trips in the peaceful countryside, will certainly be attracted by the Comenius University observatory, which also serves as a scientific and research centre. It is only slightly more than 1 km away. If you are not looking for demanding physical activities, but comfortable and easy-going options, you can also visit the lookout tower on Veľká Homoľa hill, which is only 2km away.

RED STONE CASTLE 
The first stone construction was built here in the 13th century. It was part of a chain of border castles, which stretched between Bratislava and Žilina. Walking at your own pace, the hike can take you around 5 hours.

For cycling you can follow the itinerary Hotel Zochova chata – Tri kopce – Kukla – Píla – Červený Kameň – Píla – Papiernička – Vyvieračka – Komárka – Hotel Zochova chata. It is less than 12 km long and its duration depends solely on you.

PLAVECKY CASTLE
Above the nearby village of Plavecké Podhradie, on a hill called Pohanská, is the ruin of Plavecký Castle. It was constructed on the western slopes of the Little Carpathians in the 13th century and nowadays it can be accessed for free. It is situated slightly more than 30 km from the hotel, which makes it a perfect destination for ambitious cyclists. Or go by car to Plavecké Podhradie and from there it is just a short walking distance.

OSTRY KAMEN CASTLE 
The ruin of Ostrý kameň Castle looms on the spur of the highest peak of the Little Carpathians, Záruby. A pleasant, but at the same time demanding cycling trip there and back is approximately 70 km long. The freely accessible gothic castle used to have an important role in the defence of the “Czech Route”, which served for the merchants from the east to reach Moravia and Bohemia.

Rooms: 64

Price: from 171 EUR per night

Source: www.hotelzochovachata.sk

The venue was opened in 2011 and since 7th January 2014 is managed as LOFT HOTEL Bratislava. Hotel is located between Bratislava old town and main train station, next to the gardens of Presidential palace and government, on Stefanikova street. Historical building called Wilson Palace offers suites in classicism style.

Loft hotel Bratislava offers a unique redesigned conference rooms in the historical part called Wilson Palace. Enjoy the atmosphere of welcoming Lobby, Coffee and Wine Bar, Restaurant Fabrika The Beer Pub with home brewed beer and Summer Terrace.

WILSON EXECUTIVE SUITE
Luxurious double room renovated in classicist style, situated in the historical Wilson Palace. Room with a king size bed (200 x 200 cm), marble-tiled bathroom with bathtube and shower corner, toilet and bidet.

WILSON JUNIOR SUITE
Luxurious rooms in the attic of historical Wilson Palace. Spacious and light rooms with lounge area provide comfort for business travellers, as well as families with children. King size bed (200 x 200 cm), sofa bed, marble-tiled bathrooms with shower corner, toilet and bidet, cosmetic mirror, and hairdryer.

WILSON DELUXE SUITE
Spacious luxurious rooms with original high ceilings on the 2nd floor of the historical Wilson Palace – renovated and furnished in classicism style. Suite nr. 22 offers huge bedroom and bathroom with spacious shower corner. Suite nr. 23 for those who prefer separated bedroom and living room. Bathroom with bathtube and separated shower.

FABRIKA THE BEER PUB
Fabrika the Beer Pub was opened in May 2014 with a retro-industrial style. Since December 2014 it also has its own micro brewery with on-site brewed Fabrika beer. You can enjoy 7 kinds of beer on tap (including Pilsner Urquell). The menu includes house-made specialities, meals to complement your beer, the popular Fabrika burgers and international cuisine.
Sport venues can also be watched on the big screen.

COFFEE AND WINE BAR
In the Coffee and Wine Bar you can enjoy a small breakfast, lunch menu as well as meals from the Fabrika menu. The bar’s cosy atmosphere can be appreciated with our selection of over 200 kinds of wine, a wide selection of rums and whiskies, delicious coffee and cocktails. You can also enjoy a wide range of beers on tap, including our own brew.

BUFFET BREAKFAST
The most important meal of the day is breakfast, so our breakfast buffet will provide anything you need to start your day. Our breakfast combines Slovakian specialties with rich breakfast menu, from cereal,fresh fruit and vegetables to selections of ham and cheese, we have it all!

CONFERENCES
Your meeting, training, workshop, presentation and press conference can take place in a luxurious space with unmistakable atmosphere. All four conference rooms are located on the first floor and there is an elegant foyer in front of them to serve snacks and fresh coffee. Loft hotel is a business hotel with modern and functional establishments.

BRATISLAVA CASTLE
The museum collections proving the development of society in Slovakia from the Middle Ages up to the present. It also builds up, administers and processes a numismatic collection from the earliest times up to the present and collections documenting the history and ethnological development of Slovak people abroad.

Bratislava Castle, the landmark overlooking the Capital, was built in the 9th century. As an agelong symbol of the city, it proudly stands on the hill above Danube river. Eleven kings and eight queens were crowned in Bratislava in the past. No wonder that the castle is a popular part of excursions through the city.

THE RUINS OF DEVIN CASTLE
Prior to 1989, the Iron Curtain between the Eastern Bloc and the West ran just in front of the castle. Although the castle was open to the public, the area surrounding it constituted a restricted military zone, and was heavily fortified with watchtowers and barbed wire. After the Velvet Revolution the area was demilitarised.

Devín castle is one of the oldest castles in Slovakia. The castle was likely first mentioned in written sources in 864, when Louis the German besieged Prince Rastislav in one of the frequent wars between the Franks and Great Moravia respectively in the “castle of Dowina”.

On the other hand, the identification of Dowina with Devín Castle has been under debate based on alleged linguistic arguments and the absence of convincing archaeologic evidence.

BOAT TRIP BRATISLAVA – DEVIN – BRATISLAVA
The cruise begins with the views of the historical part of Bratislava and its waterfront and the Bratislava Castle, continues along the New Bridge and the Lafranconi Bridge towards Devín Castle.

Rooms: 16

Price: from 186 EUR per night

Source: www.loftpremiumhotel.sk

Marrol’s Hotel Bratislava offer 51 rooms and 3 suites with a spectacular style inspired by the culture and architecture of the 1920s and 30s. Marrol’s is known for its unique interior design, bearing the signature of the renowned interior architect Zuzana Cambelová. Her unique signature makes sure that every detail contributes to the overall atmosphere of perfectionism by using quality natural materials.

Stylish and perfectly personalised. The hotel is currently located in the middle of the junction of the historic Old Town and the unique modern district of Eurovea City, with the first Slovak skyscraper, Eurovea Tower, which, together with other unique architectural works, in connection with the humane urbanism of the Spanish architect Beth Galí, have definitively changed the panorama of Bratislava.

THE HISTORY
Currently, Marrol’s Boutique Hotel can boast of one of the best addresses in Bratislava. This is not only due to its excellent location, just a step from the Danube riverbank and the historic city centre, but also thanks to the landmark architecture of the building itself.

The doors of Marrol’s hotel in this historic building opened for the first guests in April 2003, following a complete renovation of the exterior with conversion of the interior into a boutique hotel.

The renovation has greatly highlighted the charm of the building’s grey-blue facade, enhanced by the central alcove as well as the sculpture of a woman’s head, and flowers in jardinière planters in seven dormers.

When deciding on the hotel’s name, we came upon a story of Mary Ann Marrol, the daughter of a wealthy Scottish merchant, in the archives. Marrol’s Hotel got its name after Lady Mary Ann Marrol, and Lady Marrol’s bust and likeness have become the hotel’s unifying symbol.

A couple of things about Lady Marrol. This emancipated, educated and adventurous lady enjoyed travelling, especially to imperial Vienna. She also visited Pressburg, today’s Bratislava, at the turn of the 19th century. It was here that she made an acquaintance with the family of Antal Marshall, who owned a house and wheelwright workshops on the former Royko-gasse, or Royko utca, today’s No. 4 Tobrucká Street.

On the way from Vienna to Pressburg, the coronation town of the Hungarian kings, a wheel on Lady Marrol carriage broke, and the locals pointed her to the aforementioned family, who were more than willing to help her. While they repaired her carriage, they offered her a guest room.

When she went to check on the progress of the carriage repairs the next day, she saw horses bolting wildly towards a little boy. Lady Marrol didn’t hesitate for a second and grabbed the little boy, jumping out of the way at the last moment, thus saving his life.

As it turns out, the little boy was the nephew of Mr. Marshall who was there on holiday. In gratitude, Antal Marshall named his workshop after Lady Marrol and mounted her likeness above the entrance, which has remained there to this day.

SUITES
Marrol’s offers three exceptional suites. In a timeless design, with three different types of interior decor. The common demoninator for the suites is a combination of exceptional elegance, convenience and perfect comfort.

LUXURY SUITE
The suite is right at the heart of the hotel, on the first floor, with a view out of the French windows and onto the streets surrounding the hotel. This unique space, along with the rest of the Marrol’s hotel interiors, is the work of the accomplished Slovak hotel architect Zuzana Cambelová.

Her refined signature on the hotel will win over even the most discerning of our guests. Cambelová’s sense of elegance, harmony of comfort, convenience and 21st century hospitality are undoubtedly the most striking features she has imbued into this particular suite.

The clever joining of the bedroom and the living area is what gives this suite a sense of great open space. The possibility to open up the space between the two rooms gives the suite an air of freedom, light and grandeur. On the other hand, closing off and separating the bedroom from the living area with the stylish double doors is always a welcome option.

The bedroom with its comfortable “king-size” double bed is connected to a separate and spacious wardrobe, bathroom and separate toilet. The suite’s living area features its own charming nooks and crannies. The moment

you enter the suite, you will be enchanted by the view out of the alcove windows overlooking the street above the entrance to the hotel. Comfortable seating in leather armchairs is complemented by a sofa which can be suitable for restful sleep in this living area.

FAMILY SUITE
You can feel the atmosphere of the cosy, family mood upon seeing the entrance hall to the suite, emanating from the unique artwork of the renowned Slovak artist Ján Ťapák. The work of Ján Ťapák does not end at the entrance either, it accompanies the guests all throughout the suite. Here, our family clientele can find a great substitute for the amenities of their own home.

The area of 86 m² offers everything that makes for a relaxing and comfortable stay. Two separate bedrooms, one with a comfortable double bed, the other with single beds, each with its own bathroom and toilet. A warm living room with an elegant dining table and relaxing leather armchairs next to the sofa bed unify the diversity of the space and give it the real character of a cozy home.

What makes the family suite different from the other Marrol’s suites is that it is the only one featuring a kitchenette, fully equipped to cater for your masterful culinary creations. The apartment is intended not only for longer stays, but also for family weekend stays or shorter trips spent wandering around magical Bratislava.

The family suite is located on the fifth floor, the top floor of the hotel, with nothing and no one to disturb your stay. The floor is occupied by only a few hotel rooms, the PC and Fitness Room. The view to the diverse rooftops of the surrounding buildings stretches all the way to the nearby city centre.

GARDEN SUITE
The Marrol’s garden suite is full of charm and elegance. The interior, seamlessly connected to its very own garden patio, is a treasure of the hotel in the centre of Bratislava. It offers the extremely satisfying feeling of calm beyond your expectations.

The uniform retro style of the interior ties together all the different parts of the suite found on the 42 m² floor area and the 50 m² garden patio. This suite likewise carries the signature of our hotel’s two exceptional personalities, the artist Ján Ťapák and the architect Zuzana Cambelová.

The living area of the suite receives plenty of natural daylight via the exclusive entrance to the outdoors, the vast swathe of greenery and flowers on the garden patio. The double bedroom and a sofa bed in the living area provide for comfortable sleeping. The living area creates an open passage with the bedroom and adjoins a uniquely charming and stylishly furnished large bathroom with toilet and bidet.

The comfort and stellar amenities of the garden suite are only complemented by the separate spacious wardrobe located in a closed off space by the entrance to the suite. Our garden suite is the perfect place for honeymoons, celebrating important anniversaries and birthdays, as well as for all your pleasant travelling experiences.

DOUBLE CLASSIC ROOM
The timeless elegance, comfort and convenience of these double rooms guarantee a pleasant hotel stay, away from the hustle and bustle of the city and the mundane everyday activities. The possibility to choose rooms according to the view they offer, either to the surrounding streets or to the hotel’s garden patios, adds even more value to your stay.

Great and highly recommended selection of different types of rooms at Marrol’s. Comfortable rooms with a touch of luxury in a 5-star hotel, sophisticated scents of L’Occitane toiletries, natural wood and leather furniture, and original artwork by Slovak artist Ján Ťapák.

RESTAURANT HOUDINI
This restaurant’s menu, marked by the style of the young and creative chef, Michal Škrabák, reflects the influence of European cuisines. Houdini gradually focuses on Slovak and Central European meals and original recipes made from ingredients of the season.

Meals are prepared not only with the passion of a man passionate about his profession, with respect for the gifts of nature, but also through the use of modern food processing technology (sous vide), which brings new surprising tastes and flavors and enables their preservation and underlines their taste and nutritional qualities.

LIBRARY BAR
Leave the noise at the door and sink into the leather armchairs in the relaxing gloom of the Library bar. Order a good whiskey or maybe a mixed drink. To be alone for a while in the quiet company of books or to have a pleasant conversation with friends. Soft music, a selection of drinks and a simple bar menu.

GARDEN PATIOS
A hidden oasis in the middle of Bratislava. For those guests who seek the harmony and beauty of nature even in a hotel, the Marrol’s central garden patio will be the perfect place to just relax and unwind. It is truly unbelievable that such a place exists right in the city centre.

A secret oasis. Many of our rooms overlook the treetops in the carefully maintained garden patio, and we encourage our guests to spend their time there relaxing with a book or a cup of coffee.

The second oasis at the hotel is hidden in the garden patio with its private access from the Garden Suite. On the area of 50 m², the patio offers the possibility of comfortable seating for breakfast or dinner, surrounded by greenery and the scent of flowers in summer.

The third hidden gem is part of the hotel’s own Jasmine SPA. The private entrance to the patio can be refreshing during the hot summer months. In winter, it is tempting to enjoy this natural space of the patio to cool down in between staying in the sauna. Marrol’s garden patios are truly the hidden treasures of Bratislava.

JASMINE SPA
If you are looking for relaxation at the end of a busy day visit our jasmine spa. It is the oasis designed to replenish the mind, body and spirit. Minimum stay 2 hrs. Jasmine SPA is open exclusively to the person who booked it and his/her guests. Maximum capacity of the spa is 6 people. Jasmine SPA is ALSO for the non- hotel guests.

FITNESS
Marrol’s small, well-equipped fitness room on the top fifth floor of the hotel with various exercise equipment is accessible to hotel guests under the conditions set out in the Operating Regulations. Access to the fitness room is free of charge.

A full range of free weights and benches is available for those who prefer to exercise without machines. Both a stationary bike and a stepper are available for more active movement. Exercise equipment includes mats for Yoga and Pilates, a fitness ball and wall ladders.

BICYCLE RENTAL SERVICE
Bratislava offers hundreds of kilometres of cycling routes. If you didn’t anticipate this way of exploring the surroundings of your temporary home, we have bicycles available for you to rent, and for the little ones, children’s scooters as well.

From the shortest cycling circuits in the Old Town, through the Danube promenade along the embankment next to the beautiful blue Danube, across riparian forests, you will reach the inspiring Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum. There really are many ways to explore the beautiful surroundings of Bratislava.

ART IN THE HOTEL
The unifying signature of the hotel’s artwork – Ján Ťapák. Ján Ťapák, an academic sculptor from Bratislava, has been inseparably linked to the hotel since its opening in April 2003. His artistic touch has left its imprint on the outside entrance to the historic hotel building, but also penetrated deeply into its interiors.

Lady Marrol’s bust, the likeness of a woman with flowing hair and the smile of one who has found happiness, has become a symbol of the hotel. Her sincere, joyful smile will uplift each guest arriving in the lobby.

The same optimism also springs from a trilogy of oil paintings. The individual works are marked by optimism, as Ján Ťapák said in his memories of the commission for the Marrol’s Hotel: “When entering the premises, I was impressed by the fantastic atmosphere of this hotel with such magnificent charm in old Bratislava. I have approached only a handful of commissions with the same enthusiasm, with such great joy and sense of freedom, as the paintings and drawings for these interiors.”

Let us now return to the Marrol’s trilogy of oil paintings. Their individual titles are: Chlapec v modrom (Boy in Blue), Dievča s kruhom (Girl with Hula Hoop), and Veselá príhoda alebo Labutie jazero (Funny Story or Swan Lake). The paintings are the beginning to a story, leaving room for people to complete the individual stories themselves. They complete the artistic impression of the interior of the entrance hall and lobby.

Although Ján Ťapák is primarily an academic sculptor, his work on drawings has also enriched our hotel rooms, the Library Bar and the Jasmine SPA. In his own words: “I like to draw, I do not copy; when doing a portrait I look for something that others can not see, therein lies my originality. I want to capture the character of a person.”

The mood of Ján Ťapák’s figure drawings, portraits, nudes, drawings of animals, creates a fan of beautiful images depicting the beauty of the moment. These works create a temporary substitute for the atmosphere of our guests’ own homes.

LIBRARY SALOON
The Library Saloon provides the perfect location for important social and corporate gatherings. It is exquisitely furnished in retro style with air-conditioning and the latest electronic and audio-visual equipment and can accommodate events up to 40 people.

Present your company, train your employees, sign a contract. Celebrate your birthday, have a wedding party or just meet your friends for a cup of coffee in the unforgettable atmosphere of our Library Saloon.

GREEN SALOON
Special events, extraordinary gatherings requiring privacy, celebrations in the private circle of the family, as well as many other similar occasions. That’s what Marrol’s Green Saloon is for.

When you enter this space, you’ll need a moment to catch your breath. The first look inside is truly breathtaking. Your eyes will surely rest on the magnificent chandelier in the centre of the entrance room, which dominates the space and defines its character.

All this enchantment is enhanced by a huge round table made of solid natural wood material, comfortable leather armchairs around its perimeter, and pictorial decorations on the silk-wallpapered walls.

The charm of the interior is enhanced by the rear saloon area furnished with comfortable leather sofas and a home cinema, a space that has witnessed many extraordinary events throughout the hotel’s history. And the last point – the location. Bratislava city centre.

BRATISLAVA – CITY ON THE DANUBE
Bratislava – the only capital city in the world that borders three countries – Hungary, Slovakia and Austria. A city full of sights with an interesting and long history. Bratislava is a city where everyone feels at home.

A city where you can truly switch off and relax. Where everything’s near and easily reached. And that’s also thanks to our hotel’s great location. Enjoy all the beauties, tastes and aromas of Bratislava. The city’s website provides an overview of the city’s activities and sights, as well as current travel info.

Rooms: 54

Price: from 95 EUR per night

Source: www.hotelmarrols.sk

Welcome to the luxury romantic Spa and Hamam hotel Château Amade, the isle of peace and quiet. We believe the unique style and historic atmosphere of our castle with 30 rooms, the culinary creations of our gourmet restaurant and the rejuvenating massage treatments of our Wellness & Hamam will meet your greatest expectations. In addition, our professional and helpful team is ready to fulfill all your wishes, so please feel free to rely on us. We wish you a pleasant stay in our hotel.

The eco-chic boutique hotel Château Amade is located approximately 122 km from Vienna, 50 km away from Bratislava and 153 km from Budapest in the pleasant surroundings of the village Vrakúň, a municipality which may be traced back as far as the Avar period.

The hotel is situated in the middle of the Rye Island populated mostly by Hungarian minority. Even the old name of Csallóköz, KUKKÓNIA refers to a frog. The fire-bellied toad makes sounds like kuk-kuk. The locals imitated this in warning of the approach of the Tartars. (The Turks later avoided the region; they were unfamiliar with the area, got lost and often ended up sinking into the marsh.)

Standing in the middle of the Danube’s arm, Rye Island represents the greatest river island in Europe with a great variety of hot springs and summers and abundance of fertile black earth. In days of old, Rye Island was a marshy region, even Turks avoided the swamps full of bogs and stagnant water.

Today tourists can get to know the romantic region in the framework of safe tours. Our guests can take boats and kayaks in the branches of the Danube and can even wash gold in the sand of the Old Danube.

The castle was built in the Louis-Seize Romantic style, i.e. it is reminiscent of French romanticism, of the world of Rococo where everything was exaggerated and over-decorated, when even bushes in the park had to grow differently from their natural shape. Aristocratic circles throughout Europe were imitating the French court and the same was occurring on Rye Island.

Manor houses were built in true Château de Versailles style, including lots of silk and damask fabric and perfectly measured and cut lawns and paths filled with fine gravel where ladies and gentlemen in powdered wigs could stroll, just as depicted on the sofa in our reception hall. Just like the Rococo style, life in this period was a lavish, colourful affair, full of flourish, as if everything was coated in pink sugar icing.

This lightand and slightly frivolous world returns to us in the furnishings of our halls and rooms, the mood mirrored in the motifs of Bourbon lilies on the hall walls (which incidentally were stamped with a simple woodblock) or in the garlands and wreaths in the reception halls, so popular in Classicism.

Why does our hotel bear the name Amade? Vrakúň was once the seat of the noble Amade family, whose age-old family nest stood right here on this very spot. In the playful, candy coloured period lived a dreamy poet, baron László Amade.

László was a man of the world, a great womanizer who enjoyed the pleasures of life. (one of his works is a long poem listing the names of the beauties he seduced – a pinnacle of artistic indiscretion).

Despite this, in the 18th century he was the most European of Hungarian poets and a favourite among aristocratic salons of Rye Island. For this reason one wing of the mansion was named after him – “Le Baron”.

In the restaurant as well, it was my aim to recreate the romantic atmosphere of the style in which the mansion was built. The design of the wainscoting is taken from French patterns, but on the curtains appear small flowers found in the meadows of Rye Island.

In contrast, the Chinese room can take us away to a remote, exotic world. Chinese vases in niches are the work of a local ceramist and include a frog from the coat-of-arms of Vrakúň on their lids. (When furnishing I tried to cooperate with local craftsmen as much as possible and it was only due to their skill and creativity that the beauty we now know as the Amade Château Hotel was born. They deserve our thamks!)

The Czech artist, Oto Bláha, painted the walls of the confectionery with typical views of the landscape óne may see strolling around Rye Island, done in the style of grisaille wallpapers. (He also added a frog to the hotel logo.)

Every corner of the mansion evokes the sweetness of bygone times, the delights of which we may still taste even now. Amade Château was created for the people of today, and by taking us back to the past, it will enrich and sweeten our present life.

THE HISTORY
The castel was built in 1904 by Mátyás Pfeifer, land and factory owner. It stands on the ruins of the onetime nest of the peerage Amade family, and is operated today as a five star hotel. Some interesting information for those who are fond of facts. The Amade Château hotel is situated in the middle-sized municipality of Vrakúň, in the heart of the Rye Island with population of 2,470 inhabitants.

The municipality was provided with the current image in 1940 by joining the ancient Hungarian settlements of Nyék (Nekyje na Ostrove) and Várkony (Vrakúň), thus the municipality history develops along two lines.

Várkony is a very old Hungarian tribe whose origin traces back to the AVAR period. In historical records the municipality was first mentioned in 1015. Vrakúň served as a family seat of a Hungarian noble family Amade, who allegedly owned also a castle there. In 16th century the municipality was granted the town privileges.

The municipality lost its importance when the Amades moved their headquarters to neighbouring Bős (Gabcíkovo). The Amade’s residence, according to tradition, was a fortified castlet or castle in Várkony (according to the locals it was built on foundations that dated from the Renaissance).

Mátyás Bél, the great historiographer, was still able to see it, but later every trace of it was gone. The last Amade, Tádé Amade had a famous pheasant preserve and dairy farm in Várkony. After him, Várkony and Csallóköznyék became the possession of the Schmerzing family.

They sold Várkony and the surrounding estates at the turn of the century to Mátyás Pfeifer of Ikva. Pfeifer had a distillery and a steam mill in the village, and to flaunt his wealth, to show it off to the world, he built our château in 1904.

He couldn’t enjoy the luxury for long, however, for violent times came, and the castle went through several hands. It was turned into a military hospital in the world war; later it became an asylum for the mentally handicapped.

ROOMS & SUITES
The hotel has 30 elegantly decorated luxurious rooms – 20 rooms and 10 suites. Every room and suit is designed in an original manner, decorated with hand-painted wallpaper, hand-woven blankets and with various décor accessories. All used materials are characterized by excellent quality, good taste and they are mutually complementary in order to create harmonious and cosy environment.

LE BARON
Le Baron is a wing side of the main building of the hotel. There are 7 rooms, 4 Comfort Double rooms, 2 DeLuxe Double rooms and 1 Prestige Suite. All of these rooms are individually designed in the style of French provincial mansions with motifs characteristic for the time, when László Amade lived. This infinitely lighten and a bit frivolous world is returning to us in furnishing of our halls and rooms.

In the second half of the 18th century the large flowery rococo designs, often of Chinese origin, were replaced by smaller European flower ornaments and geometric patterns (stripes and checks). At this time the majority of the beds were lits à la polonaise with cupolas and canopies.

They were named after Louis XV’s Polish wife, Maria Karolina Leszczynska. They first appeared in bedrooms of the rococo, but they were popular later too. Our guests can try beds with cupolas and canopies in all of our rooms.

MON CHATEAU
Mon Château is the main building of the hotel. There are 11 rooms, 6 Comfort Double rooms, 2 DeLuxe Double rooms and 3 DeLuxe Suites. All of these rooms are in the style of French provincial mansions.

Red-checked fabrics were fashionable in the 18th century. Often curtains, canopies, drapery were made of this material. “Toiles” with pastoral scenes were popular. Smaller pieces of furniture appeared in ladies’ boudoirs.

In opulent places dark colours were frequent, deep apple-green, blackberry blue and a dark red inspired by Japanese imari porcelain. In smaller boudoirs, however, lighter colours of the palette were popular.

RENDEZ VOUZ
Rendez Vouz is a separate building, situated only a few minutes from the main building. The building includes four suites, two Junior and two Superior. The suites are comfortable for couples. An extra bed or child’s cot/crib is upon request.

The main advantage is the privacy provided by these suites designed in a romantic style. At the ground floor the sitting rooms and bathrooms, upstairs the bedrooms are located. Some of the suites even have their own terrace, fencing with a lavender garden and garden-trees.

MA CHAMPAGNE
Ma Campagne is a separate building, situated only a few minutes from the main building. The building includes 7 Comfort Doubles and 1 Prestige suite. Some of the rooms even have an own terrace, fencing with own lavender garden and garden-trees. The main advantage is the privacy provided by these rooms designed in rural style.

Far away from Africa, we are awaiting our guest with 2 Comfort Double rooms (with common hall) furnished in African style with colonial furniture. We created a piece of Africa for the old time`s sake, when the descendants of Mátyás Pfeifer (originator of the mansion in 1904) attended Safari hunts on the land of the Sahara.

After these long journeys they always returned with a number of trophies. The small zebra motifs on the wall and every corner reminds us this exotic world far away from the Rye Island.

The 104 year old Uncle Rudi Kósa from Vrakúň, is the oldest man in our country. He shares his memories about the Pfeifer family, their Safari adventures, and many other interesting facts in his book “Séták a múltba” available in our hotel.

DINING
Our cuisine has a seasonal and regional character. The restaurants of our historic mansion offer delicacies in accordance with the rules of the Slow Food movement, which emphasizes the importance of the local gastronomic traditions.

The meals are prepared only from fresh and local ingredients, grown and delivered by local farmers. Hunters from Vrakúň supply us by wild boar and venison, fishermen by fish. Fruit and vegetables are grown in our orchard in Vrakún and we also have our own farm for breeding mangalitsa and poultry. The bakery products, as well pastas are freshly made by us.

OUTDOOR BAR
On hot summer days relax poolside, and enjoy the sun with fresh drinks and tasty meals offered in our Pool bar with live kitchen. Try our refreshing home-made lemonades, made from fresh fruit – right from our garden!

During the summer you can enjoy the sweet-scented ritual of shisha and soft lounge music, in the exotic surroundings of our outdoor bar. It was inspired by the exclusive bar and restaurant in Paris, created by Raymond Visan.

It became known internationally for issuing the Buddha Bar compilation albums, which are popular compilations (some of them by David Visan, son of Raymond Visan) of lounge, chill-out music and world music, also under the Buddha Bar brand, released by George V Records.

Lounge, chill-out, Hungarian folk and world music (Deep Forest by Márta Sebestyén) is played in our outdoor bar, which creates a perfect atmosphere to

Blue and pink Indian tents add a pop of color to the Spa garden. They give shelter from the hot sun rays on summer days. We are also offering barbecue for private functions served by waiters in white gloves. This event is suitable for teambuilding as well.

POMPADOUR RESTAURANT
Restaurant Pompadour offers the best in regional cuisine – guests who dine here will enjoy a true gastronomic experience. Our Executive Chef, Imre Bindics and his professional team of cooks are awaiting our guests with various gourmet meals – all prepared only from fresh and local ingredients. Here you can taste the culinary speciality of the Rye Island – Mangalitsa pork!

PATISSERIE
In our patisserie, where the beautiful countryside of the Rye Island is enliven on the walls, we serve a traditional five o’clock tea. Ingenious delicacies, traditional sweet cakes with a cup of fine-smelling Semiramis coffee or aromatic relaxing Kusmi tea.

While enjoying the perfect peace, our English park ensures a wonderful view. Our recommendation is a home-made dessert – Amade cake prepared from the French Valhrona chocolate (one of the best chocolates of the world). It will enchant you for sure.

KUKKÓNIA RESTAURANT
The restaurant offers mainly local meals, all containing carefully sourced local, seasonal ingredients. The restaurant, with direct access to the park, can be a perfect choice for family celebrations or company events as it ensures an undisturbed private atmosphere. In our regional menu you can find the three iconic meats of the Rye Island, which is mangalitsa, beef cheek and fledermaus. In our regional menu you can find the three iconic meats of the Rye Island, which is mangalitsa, beef cheeks and fledermaus.

MANGALITSA
Is a unique local race in Hungary, the king of pigs. Once you see the pig, it is unforgettable because of its hairy and cute form reminds of sheep. They are bred in vast land breathing fresh air and eating natural food such as pumpkin, beet and acorn and are bred freely without stressing.

One feature of mangalitsa pork is its high quality fat. Who has ever tasted mangalitsa says it is noble, very tasty and not too heavy. Its marbling meat melts in mouth and its aftertaste is refreshing. We offer mangalitsa pork coming from our own farm.

FLEDERMAUS
It comes from the inside part of the pig`s back leg. This muscle does not work, therefore its fibres remain soft. It is a gravy, fatty, a slight piece of pork meat. It looks like a palmate dewlap – local butchers simply throw this part away when they work up the pig, in turn perfect schnitzel can be prepared from it.

BEEF CHEEKS 
Cheeks, just as shank, are in a great use during the entire life of the animal, therefore they are very tough and lean cut of meat and are most often used for braising or slow cooking to produce a tender result. But in contrast to beef shank, cheeks are more collagenous, soggy and crispy. Only a few butchers have them, however beef cheeks are one of the most profitable part of beef.

WINERY
A glass of delicious wine is definitely an inseparable part of good meal and pleasant environment. We offer you a rich selection of the best wines and favourite brands, produced in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Austria and other countries.

If you are fond of tasting different varieties of this irresistible drink, do not miss visiting our wine cellar, and let yourself be enchanted by “small miracles” from the world of wine art. Our wine list includes a wide range of quality regional and foreign wines, selected by our sommelier Attila Kovács with great care.

We offer the greatest wines from the Garammente as from the wineries of Frigyes Both and Zsolt Sütő, whose sur lie wine got to the wine list of the world-famous Noma restaurant.

If you rather prefer beer, come and taste the special home-made beer ERB. ERB brewery, located in Banská Štiavnica, brews beer using exclusive natural ingredients and top technology without any additives, which allows the beer the indulgence it needs to mature, that is from three to five weeks.

MEDIEVAL FEAST
Have you ever wanted to experience a Medieval feast? Take part in a lively dining experience: our guests enjoy delicious dainty morsels, inspired by medieval culinary arts, served on wooden platters according to ancient traditions. Go ahead and use your fingers!

The dessert is a “wobbly” cake, following the Medieval tradition where guests brought along the pastries, which were piled on top of one another and thus served. Brave ones can dress up in costumes of the time! Upon request you can enjoy a special presentation of medieval music.

CIGAR ROOM
The cigar room combines the real atmosphere of English clubs and a piece of the colonial world. Cosiness, comfort and luxury are waiting for the lovers of quality cigars here. It’s the best place for a private conversation, while enjoying a glass of quality drink.

The cigars are the undisputed stars, each of them hand rolled, including Cohiba, Montecristo, Partagas, Domenico and Macanudo. The cigar room involves also a library as its integral part with the selection of various books.

If you are a real gourmand taste a unique drink, one of the best cognacs of the world, Louis XIII, the King of cognacs, which with its name pays homage to the King of France during whose reign the Rémy Martin family settled in the Cognac region.

AFTERNOON TEA
Return to the charming old custom of afternoon tea, while sitting on cosy sofas! Taste one of our coffee or tea specialities with lovely pastries and sandwiches. (We serve Agatha Christie’s favourite scones with delicious home-made jam on demand.) Try our Amade cake, made from the finest French chocolate Valhrona, crispy macarons or delicious sandwiches. Don’t forget to include a glass of champagne on the serving table!

Kusmi tea – luxury Russian tea (Kusmi was the supplier of the Tzars palace). Offers a tea mixture of the highest quality, in accordance with tradition, made exclusively from whole tea leaves from China, India and Sri Lanka.

Try the exclusive Semiramis coffee, which is prepared from the best Arabica coffees freshly on a daily base. Arabica is the most valuable species of coffee plant, with the most pleasant qualities, representing 59% of world coffee production.

TRADITIONAL SUNDAY BRUNCH
Join us for Sunday Brunch with family and friends at Chateau Amade. Our professional team of cooks is awaiting you with rich buffet tables, serving wonderful starters, delicious soups and various gourmet main meals – all prepared only from fresh and regional ingredients. If you are a fan of sweets, the Candy Bar has been created for you. It has only one disadvantage. Warning! They are addictive!

CAVIAR DEGUSTATION
Enjoy the luxurious taste of Siberian sturgeon caviar with our newest private tasting experience. The purity, flavor and texture of caviar make it an exclusive and unique element of luxury cuisine.

Real caviar lovers prefer Siberian sturgeon caviar. It has bluish black or dark grey colour. Sturgeon caviar has a strong flavor, therefore usually is not seasoned. We serve blini alongside the caviar, but eggs, cucumber and sour cream also foregrounds its special taste.

WELLNESS & SPA
We are waiting for you in our eco-chic Wellness & Spa with extraordinary hospitality and care, where the indoor and outdoor pools, as well as the hot tub and the saunas are waiting to rejuvenate your body and soul. You can find an outside pool bar, which will refresh you in the sizzling summer days.

AMADE POOLS
In our Wellness & Spa an outdoor and an indoor infinity pool is available, with its size perfect even for experienced swimmers. The jacuzzi is directly involved in the indoor swimming pool.

There is nothing better than refreshing oneself by the water on hot summer days. Take a swim in our outdoor pool or relax poolside and enjoy the sunshine. If you are rather fond of an active recreation, try our interesting programmes offered by the pool every weekend.

MASSAGES & BODY TREATMENTS
Massages with cooling and smoothing oils and hot stones represent the combination of cooling water and sun-warmed stones. The old herbal traditions combined with modern massage techniques guarantee flawless pleasure in the warmth of a simple touch.

Each treatment is like a soothing art that aims to make happiness and harmony rise from within, like a delightful awekening thanks to beneficial proprieties of essential oils and natural ingredients.

THE AMADE SAUNA ISLAND
Saunas have been used for thousands of years. A sauna can help you to unwind and relax, and it has health benefits to boot. With good reason. Physically, nothing is more reinvigorating than a deep, healthy sweat every day.

Tension fades, and muscles unwind. Mentally, we emerge relaxed, revived, and ready for whatever the day may bring. Sweating has long been used as a therapy. The main benefits proposed for saunas are for relaxation and cardiovascular health and its purifying benefits. In our Wellness & Spa three types of sauna are available:

FINNISH SAUNA
The temperatures range from 95° to 105°C. The recommended length of stay is 12 to 15 minutes. It relaxes muscles and the intense sweating cleanses the body, strengthens the immune system, and gets rid of stress.

STEAM BATH
Cleans your respiratory system and relaxes the pores of your skin. The sauna has a temperature of 45°-55°C [should be either Fahrenheit or Celsius but not both] and high humidity (100%). Its effects include muscle relaxation, primarily musculoskeletal, followed by total relaxation. The higher air temperature also helps to increase sweating, thereby ridding the body of toxic substances.

INFRARED SAUNA
Is a modern sauna where energy is obtained from special infrared diffusers. These create the ideal temperature for relaxation in the cabin.

SAUNA SEANCE
Sauna séance is a brand-new treatment in the sauna world that offers a different kind of sauna experience. During the séance a variety of essential oils are released into the cabin, and your skin is treated with fragrant, revitalizing creams.

Led by a sauna master who creates a friendly and fun atmosphere, the sauna séance is a real team-building activity. Whether you come alone or with company, you will leave with both body and soul feeling harmoniously refreshed.

Séances are always organised within the framework of programmes. Each programme has its own appeal. Whether you are alone or with company sauna séances are real team activities.

SAUNA WITH ESSENTIALS OILS
Properly and regularly performed sauna bathing rejuvenates and creates not only physical but mental, spiritual renewal. Especially when we combine it with aromatherapy. Essential oils easily penetrate to the deepest layers of the skin through the expanded pores of the warmed-up body and, through the vascular structure affects the entire body and through breathing, the bloodstream.

AMADE FITNESS
Is a new dimension of both body and mind care where you can combine health, beauty and luxury in a unique manner. It is your private island of peace, a center of harmony in the center of pulsating life.

HAMAM
Our spectacular Turkish Hamam bath was built and designed by Turkish professionals. The hamam represents a piece of the Orient, and is an experience which you will fall in love with at the very first touch. Immerse yourself in the hot steam bath and free yourself from all the tension, problems and thoughts of the day.

TEA TENT
Under the shades in our blue Indian tent you can taste the light summer courses from the Wellness & Spa menu or choose a fresh juice made from seasonal fruit and vegetables from our orchard. Let yourself to be enchanted by the lecherous view of the sparkling blue water girdled with oriental sunshades.

HAMAM & SHISHA
In our Hamam the Hamam master, the dellak, offers a shisha to the guests. Taste also Turkish tea and sweet baklava. During summer you can enjoy the sweet-scented ritual of shisha and soft lounge music in the exotic surroundings of our Buddha bar. Don’t miss this memorable experience! Enjoy our exotic performance with shisha (hookah) and traditional turkish coffee.

HAMAM TURKISH BATHS
The ritual of bathing has always played an important role in the Muslim religion. Prophet Mohamed strongly believed that cleanness could influence the human productivity in a positive way. Therefore he introduced the procedure of HAMAM to be held on Friday which is the Muslims´ holy day.

From the early beginning the traditional Turkish baths were designed separately for men and women and in accordance with old traditions the process of Hamam has never changed. The ritual of this particular bath takes approximately 2 hours and the result is a newly revived body and soul.

A Turkish bath ritual starts with the perfect cleaning of body and soul in the whirlpool, which prepares the body for another part of the spa ritual: a steam bath. Steam bath helps open the skin pores and release the muscles. Relaxation continues on a marble stage in the middle of the Hamam.

This steam bath and the marble stage being watered gives the 50 degree temperature and the humidity needed for an effective hamam treatment.

Avoiding a sudden shock, the organism gradually gets into contact with heat and the skin gradually gets softer and softer after spending 20 – 30 minutes in the steamy part of the Hamam. Then follows the peeling procedure by a specially invented peeling mitten called “kese”.

After the old layer of the skin is peeled, the masseur employs a soap massage on the whole body. A soap made of olive oil is foamed in a wooden tub and a linen bag is drenched into it.

The linen bag filled with this fragrant foam is the masseur’s instrument to massage the body from head till toes, resulting in a silky soft skin and relaxed muscles. The massage in this warm area influences the activity of internal organs and increases the effect of detoxification.

A couple of minutes later the soap massage continues with an oily massage to preserve the moisture of your skin. The special Turkish body and soul reviving treatment would not be traditional without Turkish tea and sweet baklava! Hamam will let you return to everyday’s life brimming with energy and a feeling of cleanness − of both body and soul.

SPRING IN THE APPLE ORCHARD
Vegetables and fruit are grown in our private garden located in Vrakúň, only a few hundred meters from the castle, which supply us with the finest fresh and local products. In spring, when our orchard is the most beautiful, you can admire apple tree blossoming. In autumn see how apple is harvested. We offer you our home-made apple juice, jam and we also can fruit and vegetables in our kitchen.

FARM
The meals are prepared only from local ingredients, meat – as beef, chicken and quail – and dairy products are delivered by local farmers. Mangalitsa, which is one of the emblematic products of the Rye Island, comes from our private farm, where they are raised on floral nutrition: apple, carrot and corn, and strictly kept only in fresh air.

Beef is processed in our own slaughter-house, which guarantees us to serve high-toned meat in our restaurant. Hunters from Vrakúň supply us by wild boar and venison, fishermen by fish. Grass carp is delivered directly from the fishpond in Veľké Blahovo. Home-made cheese comes from a small farm in Veľké Úľany. Vilmos Csánó, beekeeper prepares the sweetest local honey in Horná Potôň.

KITCHEN GARDEN
Herbs used in our kitchen and also for seasonal massages are grown in our small kitchen garden. At the back of the English park we have a tiny little farm, where Pitypang the cock happily scratches with its hens and our two lambs, Lujza and Stella, graze on the green lawn.

LOCAL TRADITION
The bakery products as well pasta are freshly made by us. The crispy oven-baked bread, which we serve with tender butter is our guest`s favorite. We offer you our home-made apple juice, jam and we also can fruit and vegetables in our kitchen.

The taste of them reminds us those heavenly meals from our grandmother`s kitchen. During the summer, in the outdoor bar, you can try the best grilled recipes prepared by our executive chef and his professional team. All ingredients are local and from natural origin! Upon request we organize a traditional pig slaughter for groups, where you can taste the traditional delicacies prepared by yourself.

WINE
We offer you a rich selection of the best wines and favourite brands produced in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Austria and other countries. If you are fond of tasting different varieties of this irresistible drink, do not miss visiting our wine cellar and let yourself be enchanted by “small miracles” from the world of wine art.

Our wine list includes a wide range of quality regional and foreign wines, selected by our sommelier Attila Kovács with great care. We offer the greatest wines from the Garammente as from the wineries of Frigyes Bott and Zsolt Sütő, whose sur lie wine got to the wine list of the world-famous Noma restaurant.

HOMEMADE BEER ERB
If you rather prefer beer, come and taste the special home-made beer ERB. ERB brewery, located in Banská Štiavnica, brews beer using exclusive natural ingredients and top technology without any additives, which allows the beer the indulgence it needs to mature, that is from three to five weeks.

GUEST AREAS OF CHÂTEAU AMADE
Each and every corner of the castle brings back the sweet old times, which we can still enjoy in the present days. Please, be our guest! The Amade Reception, the Lobby, the Patisserie, the Chinese Lounge and the Cigar Room – all of these guest areas offer a unique impeccable luxury. Enjoy relaxing in a private and homely atmosphere of a boutique hotel.

RECEPTION
As you enter the hotel a perfectly elegant corridor welcomes you with a charming and sophisticated reception. The sense of the luxurious furniture and curtains, candy colours and motives of dragonflies, all present the real atmosphere of the hotel.

LOBBY BAR
The cosy environment of the Lobby is an ideal place for private meetings with business partners or family members with a cup of coffee, a glass of wine or a tasty dessert. Enjoy the peace and maximum comfort by the fireplace. Moreover, the Lobby has a direct access to the covered terrace and the beautiful English park.

The castle was built in the Louis-Seize Romantic style, i.e. it is reminiscent of French romanticism, of the world of Rococo where everything was exaggerated and over-decorated, when even bushes in the park had to grow differently from their natural shape. Aristocratic circles throughout Europe were imitating the French court and the same was occurring on Rye Island.

Manor houses were built in true Château de Versailles style, including lots of silk and damask fabric and perfectly measured and cut lawns and paths filled with fine gravel where ladies and gentlemen in powdered wigs could stroll, just as depicted on the sofa in our reception hall. Just like the Rococo style, life in this period was a lavish, colourful affair, full of flourish, as if everything was coated in pink sugar icing.

This lightand and slightly frivolous world returns to us in the furnishings of our halls and rooms, the mood mirrored in the motifs of Bourbon lilies on the hall walls (which incidentally were stamped with a simple woodblock) or in the garlands and wreaths in the reception halls, so popular in Classicism.

PATISSERIE
Ingenious delicacies, traditional sweet dainties with a cup of fine-smelling coffee or aromatic relaxing tea. Enjoy sweet life in the hotel patisserie built in the de Gournay style where you will be impressed by hand-painted natural scenes from the Rye Island on the walls by the famous Czech artist, Ota Bláha.

CHINESE LOUNGE
The Chinese lounge furnished with fine elegance is ideal for business and family events with smaller number of participants. It is the perfect place for meetings with main emphasis on maximum privacy while preserving all attributes of comfort and an undisturbed environment.

It is situated in the main hotel part close to the reception desk. The lounge capacity is 12 persons. Every self-respecting château can boast of a Chinese lounge. Our skillful ceramicist made a Chinese ginger vase in the alcove, with a frog sitting on its lid. (The frog is our good-luck animal. It is featured on our logo, and also on the coat-of-arms of the village Vrakúň).

Chinoiserie, the Chinese style became popular in the Rococo. Its dissemination was due to Madame Pompadour, Louis XVI mistress. She dictated fashion and most of the commissions came from her.

The lively commerce carried on with the Chinese brought to the old continent many ornamental objects, lacquered furniture, china and silk. In 1709 the secret of making porcelain was uncovered, and henceforth the goal was to copy Chinese patterns.

Pagoda-like edifices appeared on beds and furniture. The most common motifs were genre paintings and landscapes, flowering branches, and lattice patterns. (A similar lattice decorates the ceiling of our salon.)

PROPOSAL WITH 101 CANDLES
A cozy dinner is awaiting couples with a romantic soul. Candlelight, nice soft music and heavenly courses on your plate – the perfect sorrounding for a special occasion!

In summer the dinner is served in our English park, in winter time you can enjoy the private atmosphere of our Chinese lounge. And for what kind of occasion do we recommend our dinner with 101 candles? Wedding anniversary, proposal or even a birthday could be more magical in candlelight.

PITYPANG AND HIS BAND
The flora and fauna of the Rye Island has moved onto our walls. Dragon-flies etched in copper run riot on the marble floor, and we glued a dragon-fly made of Czech crystal onto the glass door. The local gamekeeper lent us a stuffed stag head, which we gave to our ceramicist, who made a small masterpiece from it.

There are a lot of frogs here; they even climb up the door handles. According to local beliefs, Rye Island is a huge frog. Kukkónia was a marshy, swampy region, full of mysterious water spirits, who appeared on earth in the form of frogs with big bellies.

Even the old name of Rye Island, KUKKÓNIA refers to a frog. The fire-bellied toad makes sounds like kuk-kuk. The locals imitated this in warning of the approach of the Tartars. (The Turks later avoided the region; they were unfamiliar with the area, got lost and often ended up sinking into the marsh.)

The cormorant is an indigenous bird. At the beginning of the 20th century, there were a few nests only HERE, but today they have multiplied. It’s a veritable „fish wolf”; a single cormorant consumes 170 kilos of fish every year. The one on the photo is made of driftwood found on the banks of the Danube.

The lambs live at one end of the garden. Here they are enjoying the young and tender spring grass. The lamb, Lujza got a lovely new friend Stella and the rooster Pitypang [Dandelion] is scratching the ground with his hens.

PICNIC IN THE PARK
Summer pleasure: Picnic! A romantic afternoon picnic in our English Garden: a checkered tablecloth spread on the lawn, a woven picnic basket, home made delicacies, chilled champagne (served by waiters in white gloves). An event sure to sweep every lady off her feet.

Rooms: 30

Price: from 249 EUR per night

Source: www.hotelamade.sk

The traditional Hotel Devín has been welcoming guests directly in the historical centre of Bratislava for over 60 years. Elegant premises with an authentic atmosphere of times past offer exquisite services and state-of- the-art equipment.

Exclusive rooms and suites with views of the Danube and Bratislava Castle, as well as a fancy French Restaurant, an intimate Spa Centre, traditional massage, and charming premises for business and private events. All that will transform your visit into an unforgettable experience.

We honour history, honest work, and traditional values passed down and preserved from generation to generation. That is the cornerstone of our philosophy, which applies to our relationship with our guests. We want our guests to experience the true hospitality typical of Slovakia and Bratislava.

The independent Hotel Devín is closely connected to Bratislava and its residents, forming part of the social scene in the city.

The hotel building is a protected landmark by renowned architect Emil Belluš, and one of the key buildings from the functionalist period. It was completely renovated between 2011 – 2012. We aimed to build on the tradition of this prominent hotel, and to sensitively renovate while maintaining its original character.

Hotel Devín has been a special meeting point ever since it opened in 1954. We aim to continue this tradition. We also want to transform each visit to its elegant and charming premises into an exceptional occasion.

PREMIER SUITE
Treat yourself with luxury in exquisite suites bringing back history with an exclusive view of the Danube River. Thanks to its size and amenities, these suites will satisfy the most demanding guests. Bedroom with a ‘king-size’ bed, living room with a large desk, comfortable leather sofas and a spacious bathroom will enchant you by its classical style.

DINING
You can savour traditional Slovak specialities, exquisite delicacies of the international cuisine, as well as flambéed desserts in the pleasant ambiance of the French Restaurant. Its elegant premises will match your taste, as will the top-notch services of our staff.

In recent years the restaurant at Hotel Devín was distinguished by the prestigious French food guide Gault Millau Thanks to the premium quality of food and its French-style service. The restaurant is also regularly rated as one of the best restaurants in Bratislava in the Trend Top Hotels and Restaurants yearbook.

Exquisite food paired with delicious drinks. We will gladly recommend premium cognac, rum, or delicate wine according to your taste. Through the food served at the French Restaurant it is our chef’s priority to give you an exceptional culinary experience that will indulge all your senses.

You can look forward to traditional Slovak dishes with new, interesting accents and flavours, as well as exquisite specialities of international cuisine. All made from premium, high-quality, fresh ingredients. Get ready for fireworks of flavours prepared by our chef. He will gladly advise you and recommend delicacies you’ll long remember.

Delicate cuisine, private atmosphere, and precise management will turn any family celebration or business meeting into an occasion that will please everyone.

SPA & WELLNESS
Hotel Devín’s Spa Centre has great opportunities for relaxation and active sports. Top off your relaxation or sports with a drink or special refreshments from our French Restaurant.

A perfect harmony for your body and mind. Wide variety of massages is Hotel Devin’s specialty. Our masseuses create an atmosphere of perfect relaxation. Thanks to them, you shall experience perfect relaxation after a busy day.

SQUASH
Active relaxation in the city centre. Do you prefer active rest? Play squash right in the city centre. We offer a high-quality court, which is a part of our Spa Centre. After the game, you can relax in the sauna or you can have a swim in our pool. Such an exclusive combination of services can only be found at Hotel Devin.

DISCOVER BRATISLAVA
Hotel Devín is located directly in the historical centre of Bratislava, on the bank of the Danube, near the walls of the area below Bratislava Castle. Everything you should see and experience in the capital is within reach – important historical and cultural monuments, shopping centres, and romantic corners. Lovers of sport will have a great time, too.

• The Danube  – 1 min: The longest European river creates a wonderful atmosphere, and brings the beauty of nature directly into the city centre.
• Slovak National Gallery  – 2 min: The hotel is situated near a modern gallery with original collections by Slovak artists.
• St. Martin’s Cathedral – 3 min: The most significant and largest church in Bratislava – the coronation venue of Hungarian kings.
• Reduta – 5 min: You’ll find the Slovak Philharmonic a short walk from the hotel in an elegant, renovated building from the beginning of the 20th century.
• Slovak National Theatre – 6 min: At Hviezdoslav Square you’ll find the enchanting, dominant Slovak National Theatre, Bratislava’s cultural landmark. Go and enjoy one of the theatre’s performances.
• Bridge of the Slovak National Uprising and UFO Restaurant – 8 min: Enjoy the gorgeous view of Bratislava from the upscale UFO Restaurant.
• Eurovea/Aupark shopping centres – 13 min: Enjoy shopping? Then the modern Eurovea Galleria shopping centre with square and statue of M. R. Štefánik on the Danube riverside is the place for you. Walk across the Bridge of the Slovak National Uprising to reach Aupark shopping centre.
• Bratislava Castle – 15 min: A historical landmark and symbol of the city – Bratislava Castle rises above the Danube. Enjoy a visit and the views across the city, too.
• Chatam Sófer – 16 min: The hotel lies near the mausoleum of the most significant religious Jewish scholar of the 19th century. It is visited by members of the Jewish community from all over the world.
• Incheba – 19 min: On the other side of the river, almost opposite the hotel, you’ll find a venue for international fairs, cultural and social exhibitions, and events.
• Devín Castle – 15 min: Our hotel was named after one of the oldest castles in Slovakia. Its ruins are on a cliff at the confluence of the Danube and Morava rivers.
• Danubiana Meulensteen Art Museum: One of the newest European museums of modern art overlooks the impressive environment of the Danube. Its foundation in 2000 was the result of the initiative and fascination of the Dutch collector, Gerard H. Meulensteen, and the Slovak gallery owner, Vincent Polakovič. Enjoy a visit.

Rooms: 88

Price: from 101 EUR per night

Source: www.hoteldevin.sk