Vila Bled

Located in a tranquil position on the shores of Lake Bled, Vila Bled combines 1950’s eloquence and grandeur with excellent service and a high-quality onsite restaurant.

Away from the noise of the main town, perched above the water with panoramic views and direct access to the cool, clear waters of Lake Bled; it does not get better than Vila Bled for a dreamy setting in the Slovenian mountains. The largely pedestrianised path that ekes around the lake starts from right outside the hotel, leading you beneath the trees and towards the castle perched atop a rocky outcrop across the water.

A stay here is a step back in time, the Fifties décor and period furniture evoking the history of socialist-era Yugoslavia. Vila Bled was one of President Tito’s favoured residences and the luxury he demanded lingers to this day in the grand hallways, smooth stone terraces and elegant mid-century modern furniture. The interior of Vila Bled is awash with marble and hardwoods. Look out too for the massive socialist-era heroic wall mural in the hall where Tito once entertained and held court. 

Beneath the hotel, on the shores of the lake, is the private boathouse, an idyllic place from which to set out on a rowing boat across the water. Boat hire is free to hotel guests for one hour each day. The private tennis court is also free for an hour a day and there's a small spa area with sauna, steam room and whirlpool. The villa is owned by the Slovenian state and service is efficient, with staff happy to offer advice on activities and sights around Bled.

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