Hotel Slon, whose name means elephant, is one of the best-known hotel names in Ljubljana, with a history that stretches back centuries on the same central site. Today it is a modern, comfortable, modern hotel on Slovenska cesta, the main street that runs through the centre, which puts it a few minutes on foot from Prešeren Square, the Triple Bridge and the old town. The location is the main selling point: you step out of the door and the restaurants, cafes, museums and riverside promenades are all within a short walk, while the main bus and train stations are a taxi ride or a fifteen-minute stroll away. Rooms are generally spacious by city standards, with air conditioning, free wifi and a calm, contemporary look, and the hotel offers a range of room categories, including family and executive options. Facilities include a restaurant serving Slovenian and international dishes, a bar and lounge, a fitness area and a daily breakfast buffet. The staff are used to guests from all over the world and can help with tickets, tours and transfers to Lake Bled, Postojna Cave and the coast. The hotel is part of an international group, which brings reliable standards and a loyalty programme for frequent travellers.
Who it suits
First-time visitors who want to be in the middle of things without paying boutique prices, business travellers and families who value space and a reliable breakfast. It is also practical for day trips, since many tours to Bled and Postojna pick up from central hotels or from meeting points a short walk away.
Trade-offs
Slovenska cesta is a lively street with buses and traffic, so ask for a room on an upper floor or at the back if you are a light sleeper. The hotel is larger and less intimate than the boutique options in the old town, and parking, where available, usually carries an extra charge, so check with the hotel before you arrive.
Rates rise in summer and during the December festive season, so book early for those periods. If you want a more romantic, riverside atmosphere, a small old-town hotel may suit you better, but for convenience, comfort and value in the centre, Hotel Slon is a solid choice that works for almost every kind of trip.
Guests often mention the convenience of being able to walk to dinner, return for a rest and head out again, and the front desk can recommend restaurants for every budget. In winter the festive lights along Slovenska cesta and the old town make the walk back to the hotel a pleasure rather than a chore.
Why stay here
- ✓Central location on Slovenska cesta
- ✓Short walk to Prešeren Square
- ✓Restaurant
- ✓Bar and lounge
- ✓Breakfast buffet
- ✓Fitness area
- ✓Air conditioning and free wifi
- ✓Family rooms available
Good questions
Where is Hotel Slon in Ljubljana?+
On Slovenska cesta in the city centre, a few minutes on foot from Prešeren Square and the Triple Bridge.
Is breakfast available at Hotel Slon?+
Yes, the hotel serves a daily breakfast buffet; check whether it is included in your rate.
Is Hotel Slon good for families?+
Yes, it offers family room options and a central location, though the street outside can be busy, so ask for a quieter room.
