Christmas in the private cabin: holiday in the Spiš region
Why base yourself in the Levocska valley
Here is the quiet secret of this region: you do not need to move.
Instead of a new hotel every night, you settle into one place and let the sights come to you. Chalet Martuška is a whole wooden cabin (drevenica) rented to a single group at a time - no reception, no neighbours through the wall. A sauna, a fireplace, bikes at the door, and the whole valley to yourselves. Levoča is 6 km away, the High Tatras a 45-minute drive, and four UNESCO sites are day trips you come home from each evening.
A whole log cabin with a sauna starts at 32 euros per person per night; the minimum stay is three nights. When you book directly with us, you get the best price and the entire place to yourself.
Frequently asked questions
How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Slovakia have?
Slovakia has eight UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Four of them - Levoča and Spiš Castle, the wooden church in Kežmarok, Dobšiná Ice Cave, and the town of Bardejov - lie within a day's drive of the Spiš region in the east.
Which UNESCO sites are near the High Tatras?
From the Spiš valley near the High Tatras you can reach Levoča, Spiš Castle, the wooden church in Kežmarok and Dobšiná Ice Cave, all within about an hour by car.
Can you visit Spiš Castle and Levoča in one day?
Yes. They are about 25 minutes apart, so a single day is enough for both, plus the smaller monuments of Spišská Kapitula and Žehra that share the same UNESCO listing.
Is Spiš Castle open to visitors?
The castle is undergoing major restoration. Parts are open and it runs an events programme, but check current access and opening hours before your visit.
Where should I stay to visit UNESCO sites in eastern Slovakia?
Base yourself in the Spiš region, central to the cluster of sites. A cabin in the Levočská dolina near Levoča puts Levoča, Spiš Castle, Kežmarok and Dobšiná Ice Cave all within an easy day trip.
When is the best time to visit?
Late spring to early autumn. The towns and castles are open year-round, but Dobšiná Ice Cave opens only from about May to September, so plan around it if the cave is on your list.