What I enjoyed most was discovering that the unfair reviews that this hotel has received were unjustified. It could do with a refit, of course; but it works well, is exceptionally clean and has excellent food. I was also impressed by the professionalism, friendliness and helpfulness of the staff: the management should be applauded for this.

The view from my room: I could see the hills (and the Dubeň observation tower which is worth a visit) in the distance peeking out above a Starbucks sign on the side of a shopping centre. It wouldn’t be right, though, to ask the developers to demolish their shopping centre.

This is an old style communist hotel. Some may not like the brutalist styling or the dated interior, but the hotel does have a genuine 60's/70's ambience. As with all unrestored hotels from the era, it's getting a bit tired. I think there are only two floors operating now. We loved the ceiling in the restaurant - worth going in for that alone. We liked the traditional elevator with doors only on the outside. The staff were friendly and professional and everywhere was acceptably clean. There was a cathode ray tube TV - was amazed to find it still worked - complete with snowy picture. There was a huge swing window in our room (once we'd worked out how to operate it). The location is good for the old town. There aren't many of these hotels left - it's always good to help keep them going.

The beds were pretty uncomfortable, so didn't sleep very well. Was also disappointed by the 90's plumbing in the bathroom, the old style plumbing has to be seen to be believed! That said, the shower head was hanging off the wall in a nod to tradition. In another nod to tradition, breakfast was served cold with disgusting powdered orange juice. Get there early if you want hot food.

I was looking for a night rest in Zilina. And the search showed me this place as the best option, so I took it. I really like the style of the building from the Soviet ear. The location of the hotel is about 15-20 minutes from the train station and about 5 minutes from the city center, which is really good location. The check in was done fast and provided with all the information. I get to my room which was on the fith flour. The room was simple and ideal for one person. The bed was good.

When I entered the room, I smell a strange smell of dust, as if the room wasn't freshen for some time or after the renovation. But after opening the window, the fresh air entered the room.

A lot of interesting nostalgia inside the hotel taking you back to Czechoslovakia former times. The staff let you choose another room if you’re not happy with the one you booked. Hotel is just a few steps to the Aupark shopping centre, and transportation. Probably the cheapest hotel in Slovakia so it’s easy on finances, and they never seem to be short on rooms due to the sheer size of the hotel. I’ve stayed there a few times, it’s not luxury, but great on the wallet.

The first time a stayed there, the shower was blocked, and the bed was broken. But the next time I stayed there, I explained the situation to the receptionist, and she made sure I got a comfortable room.

For the price it was very good. It was reasonably clean and the WiFi was excellent. Not too noisy except by the hallway door. Everything worked in the bathroom.

There were cigarette butts in the windowsill and sometimes people smoking in nearby rooms (at the window). You can't leave the window open or pigeons will come in. I thought the bed was fine, but you can sometimes feel the wood supports through the thin mattress.

I know many people rate this hotel quite low. I can understand. But if you just stay for few days, I think there's no remarkable problem. The building is from the communist time which would be rare nowadays even in Slovakia. Thus I enjoyed this rare atmosphere. Huge shopping mall is just next to you so you have no issues with food or the things you need. Inside is renovated though of course it is old. Impressed how they still use them properly including elevators. So no complains!

Nothing

The price was the main thing, Ive stayed a few times before and its convienient for everywhere really.

Slill no kettle available for the room, we brits like a brew, I was going to book it for another few nights, but the price went up and it wasnt much dearer to get a room closer to the railway station at one of the Penzions

For the price, I really liked it. Great value for money and I love the fact it hasn't been properly renovated in years. For me, that gave it a charm

The lift had no internal.doors on either side, meaning two walls were moving when you went up. Never seen more than one open side

As usual staff is very hellful, breakfast nice as usual with good variety of choices.

Was surprised and a bit upset that there are no refrigerators in the rooms any more, little refrigerator was usually very handy.

Great staff, room is a large size, breakfasts are cheap(only 8€ additional) and good, lso free parking on hotel premises. Great location, close to the center and shopping center is literally next building.