Where To Stay in Bratislava: My Hotel Elisabeth Old Town Review

Bratislava, Slovakia is an under-the-radar European city, especially in comparison to other nearby hotspots like Vienna and Prague. However, this small-but-mighty Slovakian capital offers a charming old town neighborhood that has the traditional European appeal without the large crowds you’ll find in Bratislava’s more famous counterparts.

If you are looking for Bratislava hotels, my biggest recommendation is to stay in Old Town. Outside of this area, Bratislava didn’t feel as safe, which is also why I’d only recommend no more than two days here. During my two-day trip in Bratislava, I stayed at the Hotel Elisabeth Old Town. In this review, I’ll share my honest thoughts about this hotel based on my experience there.

Hotel Elisabeth Bratislava Location
The Hotel Elisabeth’s location is hard to beat. It’s located at the edge of Old Town (A.K.A. where all the tourist attractions are) but still walkable to the city’s main train station. During my time there, it was about a 30-minute walk to the train station. While some hotels may be further into Old Town, the convenience of walkability to the train station gave this hotel a huge leg up in my opinion.

Elisabeth Old Town Bratislava Hotel Prices
For a two-night stay in a single room, I paid $147, which equates to about $66 per night. In general, Bratislava was far cheaper than other European cities, which meant cheaper hotel prices. And, in the case of the Elisabeth, this hotel had one of the best rates considering the location. While you may find cheaper prices elsewhere, consider the location. Old Town felt considerably safer than other parts of the city closer to the train station, so if safety is also a priority, I think this place is a good find.

Hotel Elisabeth Rooms
My room here was small, but for just me, it was plenty of space. Keep in mind that the bed you get is only a Twin size, so if you prefer something larger, you may need to make a special request or just book a bigger room. The bathroom was clean, and there was a window in both the bedroom area and the bathroom in case you need some air. 

The only downside was that the hot water took a minute to kick in, but once it did, everything was fine. Towels and soap are provided in the room as well.

Pros: What I Liked About the Hotel Elisabeth

• Earlier check-in time -  Check-in time for the Hotel Elisabeth was 2 p.m., which is considerably earlier than other places that don’t have check-in until 3 or 4 p.m. They also provide a storage room for you to leave your luggage if you arrive early. 
• Convenient location - This hotel is walkable to both the tourist sites in Old Town and the main train station.
• Affordable prices - For two nights, I only paid $147, making this one of the best deals during my most recent European trip.

Cons: What I Didn’t Like 

• Hot water takes time - This may have been because my trip was during winter, but the hot water took a little longer to kick in. While I wouldn’t consider this a dealbreaker, it was the only real negative I found with this place.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is Bratislava famous?
Bratislava is famous for being Slovakia’s capital city and its historic Old Town, which has medieval-era origins. Old Town Bratislava is where you’ll find notable landmarks like Bratislava Castle, Michael’s Gate, and St. Martin’s Cathedral.

Where is Elisabeth Old Town?
The Elisabeth Old Town is located near the edge of Bratislava’s Old Town neighborhood, about a 30-minute walk from Hlavná stanica, the city’s main train station. The hotel’s official address is Klemensova 2523/2, 811 09 Bratislava, Slovakia. 

Is Bratislava worth visiting?
I think Bratislava is worth visiting, especially since it’s so close to Vienna. You can either stay in Bratislava and take a day trip to Vienna or stay in Vienna and do a day trip to Bratislava. If you stay in Bratislava, you don’t need more than two days here.

Where is the old town in Bratislava?
The beginning of Old Town Bratislava is about a 30-minute walk south from Hlavná stanica train station. Old Town doesn’t sit directly against the Danube river, but it’s closer to it. 

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