Luxury alpine resort at the foot of the High Tatras offering spectacular mountain views. Features lavish rooms, a world-class spa, multiple restaurants, and direct access to hiking trails and ski slopes, making it the premier destination in the Tatras.
Grand Hotel Kempinski High Tatras stands at 1,355 metres above sea level on the shore of glacial Štrbské Pleso in the Tatras National Park, making it the most elevated five-star hotel in Slovakia and the premier luxury address in the High Tatras region. The property is operated by the Kempinski group and traces its origins to the grand resort architecture of the early twentieth century; it was fully renovated to modern five-star standards while preserving the sweeping alpine facade and timber-detailed public spaces that define its character.
The 223 rooms and suites span categories from Superior to Grand Suite and the flagship Lake Suite. Lake-facing rooms command unobstructed views across Štrbské Pleso to the Western Tatra peaks; mountain-facing rooms overlook conifer slopes. All rooms feature Kempinski's White Elephant toiletry range, Nespresso machines, premium bedding, and high-speed WiFi. The largest suites include private fireplaces and wraparound terraces. Butler service is available on the higher suite tiers.
Dining is anchored by Aspen restaurant on the ground floor, serving modern alpine and Slovak cuisine in a formally set room with lake views. The adjacent Lobby Bar is the natural hub for après-ski drinks, afternoon tea, and informal meals. A pool bar serves light food in summer.
The Kempinski THE SPA spans over 2,000 square metres and is the largest wellness facility in the region. It includes an indoor pool with mountain views, a heated outdoor pool open year-round, multiple Finnish saunas, steam rooms, a salt cave, rasul room, and a comprehensive treatment menu drawing on High Tatras botanicals — pine, mountain herbs, and mineral-rich spring water. A well-equipped fitness centre is included in the spa access.
The hotel connects via a short path to the Štrbské Pleso ski area in winter, and the cross-country skiing loops around the lake begin from the hotel's terrace. In summer, the same network becomes hiking paths into the national park. The concierge team arranges mountain guides, equipment hire, ski school bookings, and transfers to adjacent Tatras resort villages.
Amenities
- spa
- pool
- multiple restaurants
- ski access
- mountain views
- fitness center
Location
Gerlachovska 3986/24, 059 85 Strbske Pleso
49.1172, 20.0628 View on map
Highlights
- Prime alpine position directly on glacial Štrbské Pleso lake at 1,355 m altitude
- Kempinski THE SPA covering 2,000+ sq m with indoor and outdoor heated pools, salt cave, and Tatras botanical treatments
- Direct access to Štrbské Pleso ski area in winter and national park hiking trails in summer
- Lake-facing rooms and suites with panoramic Western Tatra peak views
- Aspen restaurant serving modern Slovak and alpine cuisine with a Central European wine list
Tips for visiting
- Lake-facing rooms and suites sell out months in advance for ski season (December to March) and summer hiking peak (July to August) — book well ahead.
- The outdoor heated pool is open year-round; skiing or hiking in the morning and soaking outdoors in the afternoon is the classic Štrbské Pleso experience.
- Štrbské Pleso is served by the Tatranská elektrická železnica (TEŽ) cog railway from Poprad-Tatry, which has direct train connections from Bratislava (roughly 3 hours). The hotel arranges private transfers.
- The Lobby Bar is more relaxed than the Aspen restaurant — excellent for hot chocolate with Tatratea liqueur after a day on the slopes.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the hotel accessible by public transport?
Yes, Štrbské Pleso is served by the TEŽ cog railway from Poprad-Tatry station, which has direct trains from Bratislava and Košice.
What ski facilities are available near the hotel?
The hotel is steps from the Štrbské Pleso ski area, with piste runs for all ability levels. Ski hire and ski school can be arranged through the hotel concierge.
Can non-guests use the spa?
Day-use SPA access can be purchased subject to availability. Treatment booking is recommended in advance, particularly during peak winter and summer periods.