Pristava Lepena

What a lovely place to spend some time! We arrived unannounced in the middle of winter and the staff could not have been nicer and more accommodating. The cabin was pristine, cozy, and perfectly outfitted with everything we needed. We had one of the best meals of our lives as the only guests in their dining room. And the hiking trails along the Soča River are amazing, with stunning waterfalls, gloriously colored water, and sublime mountains.

My family and I stayed in Pristava Lepena for 5 nights in the middle of July. We loved the area of Bovec/Soca Valley however the hotel was well below our expectations.||One of the main problems was that our boiler was broken for the first 4 nights of our stay. This applied to both our rooms and the room above us as well. We were offered showers in the spa which were very dirty. The receptionist was very apologetic about the issue and we were offered a small amount of money off but it was very substandard for accommodation at this price.||We also found that the activities on site were either severely overpriced, or in the case of the 'tennis court', non-existent. The spa facilities (jacuzzi, sauna etc.) were priced upwards of €60-100 for one hour!||The restaurant was a mixed bag: we ate two nights there for dinner and found the food tasty and, although on the expensive side, reasonably priced. However breakfast was a different story. There were very limited options, and the service was frankly awful. The eggs and bacon were poorly cooked, and the waitress + chef were very rude and reluctant to replenish any of the items on offer. Again, under-par for the price that we paid.||The main positive point of the site is the location and I would highly recommend the Bovec region for hiking and water sport activities, as well as to enjoy the scenery. Unfortunately the high potential of this hotel was ruined by poor management and organisation.

We spent New Year's Eve and the following three days at Pristava Lepena, and we loved every moment of it. The location is fabulous with beutiful hiking trails nearby, the hotel's wooden buildings and facilities are perfectly matching the atmosphere of the wonderful valley. The staff is very friendly and helpful, we felt that they are really taking care of us. The offered breakfast was tasty and filling with good buffet selection to complete it. The restaurant has very good kitchen, making delicious meals with good quality ingreedients. The New Year's Eve gala dinner (which was the best that I had in years) and party the owners organized was a great add-on. The private sauna usage is also a very good service. With that said, it si not a budget accomodation, and in comparision has rather higher prices. (We loved it for its atmosphere and intense heat, but if someone is not used to using a fireplace, they shoud be aware that it is not as clean or effortless heating like a gas furnace and raditors.)

Magical setting, intimate dining experience. We enjoyed the food, especially the soups with warm bread. Husband had the trout. The service was good and fast as it was a quiet time in October. The food was on the pricier side, but matched the finer dining experience. Recommend the restaurant for special celebrations or a unique evening out.

My wife, I, and my almost two year old daughter had a great time staying here. The location is amazing, mountain views in every direction. It was very relaxing and we were able to use several of the amenities including the spa, playground, and visiting with the animals. The food was very delicious and the staff was very pleasant. Whenever we find ourselves back in this area, we will definitely return.

We loved everything, excellent service, comfortable accommodation, 5 plus. Very beautiful location and large hotel grounds. The children spent half the day with rabbits and llamas. At our request, they roasted a whole piglet for us and we spent the evening around the campfire. Excellent spa center. The day after fishing, they roasted our fish in the restaurant, it was wonderful.

Absolutely amazing food! Every dish we tried was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The place itself is cozy and authentic, with a really nice atmosphere. Highly recommend Pristava Lepena — definitely worth the visit if you love great local cuisine!

This is not our first time at this hotel, and what we liked most was that we see something new every time. We were very surprised and delighted by the outdoor home theater with a huge screen. They also added a magnificent Turkish sauna and extended the hours of the outdoor pool. There are new additions to the mini zoo. The grounds are very clean, comfortable, and beautiful. We will definitely be back in the winter.