Grand Hotel Bachledka Strachan

“Thanks to Grand Hotel Bachledka Strachan”

We are tourists that stayed in Poprad, but decided to experience treetopwalking in Bachledova Dolina. We went there by Bolt taxi and had an amazing experience getting so much pleasure from this kind of entertainment. However, on the way back, Bolt notified us that it was not possible to pick us up … more

We are tourists that stayed in Poprad, but decided to experience treetopwalking in Bachledova Dolina. We went there by Bolt taxi and had an amazing experience getting so much pleasure from this kind of entertainment. However, on the way back, Bolt notified us that it was not possible to pick us up at the place where we had been left. There was no sidewalk, and we didn't speak Slovakian, so we could not ask anyone to help us (to pick us up and leave in the nearest place where we could take taxi). Luckily, we managed to find a Grand Hotel Bachledka Strachan where we asked for help. The director (or maybe she was someone else, but it was a very nice and careful blond woman) immediately called a hotel taxi for us and solved our problem, despite we were not hotel guests. We got a good impression on this and didn't expect that we would not be taken seriously. Soon, we are going to leave Slovakia, but we will remember about the provided service and also the beatiful nature and nice location next to the mountains. Next time when we come here, we will definitely stay at Grand Hotel Bachledka Strachan.

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“Excellent resort, worth every one of their four stars.”

Excellent resort, worth every single one of their four stars. Quality in every detail, from the dresses of the staff to the extensive choice at the breakfast buffet, from the handcrafted decoration in every little corner to the gracefully offered welcome drink, from the excellent choice on the dinn… more

Excellent resort, worth every single one of their four stars. Quality in every detail, from the dresses of the staff to the extensive choice at the breakfast buffet, from the handcrafted decoration in every little corner to the gracefully offered welcome drink, from the excellent choice on the dinner menu to the very comfortable rooms. Not to forget the delicious wellness zone, with different sauna options, a salt cave and an ice bath. Bonus is definitely the location, right at the entrance to the cable car which brings you to a very enjoyable treetop walk in Summer and exciting ski options in Winter. Small minus: English language knowledge (and information on leaflets, signs...) could be better and Slovak people simply do not respect the no swimwear rule in the wellness area which made me feel uncomfortable being naked.

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“Perfect location place”

Amazing location and very friendly staff. You will be fascinated your window view from your bed and can enjoy morning cofee looking to the Tatras from your terrace. Also restaurant is serving top class food, would recommend to try deer and pork.

“4-Star Hotel with a 5-star experience ”

We were very pleased with this hotel and had a great time. The location has great views of the surrounding nature, but it’s not too far from “civilization”. You definitely need a car to get around, but it’s a great jumping off point for exploring the beauty of both the Higher and Lower Tatras - Str… more

We were very pleased with this hotel and had a great time. The location has great views of the surrounding nature, but it’s not too far from “civilization”. You definitely need a car to get around, but it’s a great jumping off point for exploring the beauty of both the Higher and Lower Tatras - Strbske Pleso and Slovak Paradise Park are each a 40-50 minute drive away. The hotel staff were all very kind and friendly. There was usually someone around who could speak English, though we also got by more easily in Russian. They were eager to help and make an effort to communicate. Covid wise, there was hand sanitizer at the reception and restaurant, little bottles provided in the bathroom toiletries kit, and with the exception of 3-4 staff, everyone wore masks in all areas of the hotel. There is also a chair lift right outside the hotel which would be super convenient for skiers. Room The room was comfortably sized, very clean, and it had a balcony with a gorgeous view. The bed was comfortable enough (I found it a little soft), the shower was fantastic (it has an overhead rain shower, always hot, and with good pressure). Spa The spa was amazing to have, and definitely helped revive us after long hikes in the mountains. There are Finnish and infrared saunas, salt “sauna”, and steam room, plus a jacuzzi and “relaxation zone”. There is also a cold water plunge pool that is constantly circulating, for a dip after the sauna. And if you want to treat yourself further, there is an ice making stand that allows you to grab a handful and put it on your head after a hot steam. There is also a small pool and kiddie pool which were popular with the families (we didn’t use them), and overall the spa had a truly 5-star vibe - really luxurious. On Saturday they had fresh fruit on offer, there was always water, and there were also alcoholic beverages available which you can charge to your room. The spa was very clean and organized, with fresh towels, and the floors were clean and water mopped up. The hotel rooms also came with robes and slippers for going down to the spa. Restaurant We spent 4 nights at the hotel, and ate dinner there on 2 of them. The restaurant is nicely decorated and capacious, allowing for good social distancing. The vibe is countryside and not too fancy, so you don’t feel out of place in your hiking attire. On Friday night we were welcomed with an aperitif of the locally made liquor (50% alcohol by volume! Sure does open the appetite). The fireplace was running, there was live music, and a festive atmosphere. The a la carte menu has a decent amount of options and the prices are fair - on par with places we saw outside the hotel, and the food above average (there was a feeling that there is a real chef in charge of the restaurant, everything tasted fresh and home made). On another night we did the buffet option (24 euros per person not including beverages). There were a lot of options, so you can definitely eat heartily! Soups, salads, quite a few proteins and side dishes, and dessert options. The breakfast buffet also has a large selection, though it doesn’t vary much day-to-day: fresh fruit, yogurt/cereal, cold cuts, sliced veggies, 2 types of eggs being freshly made as well as various sausages and other warm dishes, breads and pastries (these were the weakest part of the offerings). There is a self-serve coffee machine with options for espresso/cappuccino/etc. that was very good, and even champagne for a nice breakfast mimosa! (Minor) Drawbacks: - The room doesn’t have a thermostat, just a radiator. I imagine in the winter it is very cozy, I have no idea how hot the summers are in this area. For now, the room was a little warm, so we resorted to opening the balcony door/window and had fresh mountain air. On the plus side, we could hear the nearby stream during the quiet of the night. - The room is also not soundproof, which is our only real complaint from our stay. We could the hear the TV in the neighboring room, the shower running, and people passing by in the hall. But by 22:00-23:00 everything was super quiet. - One drawback on the spa is that the relaxation zone is not soundproof. You constantly hear the jacuzzi running and people talking - I couldn’t get relaxed in there.

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