Hotel Grand Viglas, Pstrusa

Hotel Grand Viglas - A restored 13th-century castle hotel with an indoor pool, spa, and mountain views

Set within a fully restored 13th-century castle surrounded by greenery, this 4-star property offers soundproof rooms featuring seating areas with sofas, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, safety deposit boxes, and free WiFi. All accommodations include private bathrooms with bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hairdryers, with select rooms offering mountain views. Guests at Hotel Grand Viglas have access to an indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, and Queen Barbara Spa offering massages including hot stone treatments. The on-site restaurant Anjou Court specializes in local cuisine and traditional dishes, while a free breakfast buffet is served daily. The property provides a 24-hour front desk, ticket service, tour desk, luggage storage, and banquet hall. Located 15 minutes by car from Zvolen, the hotel is 0.5 miles from Castle Viglas and 2 miles from Galerry of Jan Kulich. Active travelers can enjoy cycling and hiking trails, with bicycles available on site.

Pros

The property occupies a fully restored 13th-century castle surrounded by greenery.

All rooms are soundproofed and include seating areas with sofas and mountain views in select accommodations.

Guests receive complimentary access to an indoor pool, sauna, hot tub, and spa with massage services.

The on-site restaurant Anjou Court specializes in local cuisine and traditional dishes.

The hotel offers bicycles for guest use and is situated near cycling and hiking trails.

Cons

The castle hotel setting may not appeal to travelers preferring modern urban environments.

Some recreational activities like horse riding and skydiving require off-site arrangements.