Chaty Kukana a Kuku

9.5/10 Exceptional Stará Lesná, Slovakia

Chaty Kukana a Kuku Overview

9.5/10 Exceptional
4-Star Hotel
Location Stará Lesná, Slovakia
2 Room Types Accommodation options available
127 Amenities Comfort and convenience features

First Impressions

When I first spotted Chaty Kukana a Kuku on Hlavná street in Vysoké Tatry, I’ll be honest — I wasn’t quite sure what to expect from the name. But stepping onto the property, this four-star gem immediately felt like someone’s carefully curated mountain retreat rather than your typical hotel. The wooden chalets blend so naturally into the Tatra landscape that you almost feel like you’re staying in a local’s well-appointed cabin, which is exactly the charm they’re going for.

Location & Mountain Access

The location is honestly perfect if you’re here for the mountains — and let’s face it, that’s why you’re in the High Tatras. You’re right in the heart of Vysoké Tatry, which means the cable cars and hiking trails are basically on your doorstep. I loved how you can walk to the Tatranská Lomnica cable car in about ten minutes, and the staff actually knows which trails are worth your time depending on the weather. The village itself has that authentic Slovak mountain town feel, not overly touristy but with enough good restaurants and shops to keep you entertained on rest days.

The Chalet Experience

The room — well, it’s more like having your own little mountain house, really. Each chalet has this cozy, rustic-modern vibe with solid wood furnishings and these amazing mountain views from your windows. What I appreciated most was how quiet it gets at night; you’re far enough from the main road that you actually hear the forest instead of traffic. The beds are properly comfortable too, which matters when you’ve been hiking all day and your legs are screaming.

Dining & Local Flavors

The on-site restaurant serves up some seriously good Slovak mountain cuisine — I mean, where else are you going to get properly made bryndzové halušky at this quality? The portions are generous (Slovak style), and they source a lot of their ingredients locally, which you can definitely taste. Breakfast was solid with local cheeses, fresh bread, and strong coffee that actually prepares you for a day in the mountains. They also keep reasonable hours, understanding that hikers want to eat early and get on the trails.

Why Guests Love It

Honestly, it’s that 9.5 rating that tells the whole story — this place just gets the details right. The staff genuinely cares about your mountain experience, not just your hotel stay, and they’ll give you real advice about weather conditions and trail choices. There’s secure parking right on-site, which is clutch when you’re carrying expensive hiking gear. Plus, after a long day on the peaks, coming back to your own little chalet with mountain views feels like the perfect reward. It’s not trying to be fancy or urban sophisticated — it’s mountain hospitality done exactly as it should be.

Chaty Kukana a Kuku Rooms

Choose from 2 accommodation options

Two-Bedroom Chalet

2 x 3 single beds, 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed Max persons: 2
From $318

Four-Bedroom Chalet

2 x 2 single beds, 2 x 3 single beds, 2 x 1 sofa bed and 2 sofa beds Max persons: 2
From $514
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Facilities & Amenities

Everything you need for a comfortable stay

Kitchen Washing machine Kitchenette Private bathroom Hairdryer Shower Barbecue Terrace Garden Sauna Airport shuttle Hiking Heating Family rooms Non-smoking rooms Flat-screen TV Parking Free WiFi Pets allowed
Shops 1
  • Minimarket on site
Kitchen 16
  • Shared kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bathroom 11
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Shared toilet
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa bath
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Outdoors 9
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Barbecue
  • BBQ facilities
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Wellness 5
  • Spa lounge/relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Open-air bath
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Sauna
Transport 2
  • Shuttle service Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
Activities 15
  • Live sport events (broadcast)
  • Badminton equipment
  • Water park Additional charge Off-site
  • Ski school Additional charge
  • Ski storage Additional charge
  • Mini golf Additional charge
  • Squash Additional charge Off-site
  • Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
  • Bowling Additional charge Off-site
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Darts
  • Skiing Off-site
  • Golf course (within 3 km) Additional charge
  • Tennis court Additional charge Off-site
Living Area 5
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Common areas 1
  • Shared lounge/T V area
Food & Drink 3
  • Wine/champagne
  • Grocery deliveries Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Miscellaneous 5
  • Designated smoking area
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View 3
  • Mountain view
  • Garden view
  • View
Room Amenities 4
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
Languages spoken 4
  • Czech
  • German
  • English
  • Slovak
Cleaning services 4
  • Daily housekeeping Additional charge
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge
Safety & security 6
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
Media & Technology 3
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
Reception services 4
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
Business facilities 1
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
Great for your stay 10
  • Private bathroom
  • Parking
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • View
  • Pets allowed
  • Airport shuttle (free)
  • Spa bath
  • Flat-screen TV
Building characteristics 1
  • Detached
Indoor swimming pool Free! 5
  • Opening times
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Pool cover
Entertainment and family services 6
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Indoor play area
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Kids' club
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Children's playground
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). 1
  • Valet parking
Other for your stay 2
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Guest Reviews

9.5
Exceptional Based on 10 reviews
Staff
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Location
9.2
Free WiFi
10
Facilities
9.6
Cleanliness
9.6
Value for money
9.1
I
Ignas
Lithuania
10/10

It was very good place to stay with a kids and family. 3 bedrooms, pretty big living room. Fireplace was also amazing. Big terrace ! Very near high Tatras and many sightsees around. In the same town here is very good restaurant? Check google map with...

Ignas from Lithuania

10/10

It was very good place to stay with a kids and family. 3 bedrooms, pretty big living room. Fireplace was also amazing. Big terrace ! Very near high Tatras and many sightsees around. In the same town here is very good restaurant? Check google map with good reviews. Of course Jacuzzi was just amazing! Its very big! In colder season ask for the owner to make 37 degrees - and you will be well done in Jacuzzi! And main stream which is very powerful - makes a very good massage for legs and back after the mountains. A big respect for the customer service! Answering was very fast! Very polite and we just loved this place!

What could be improved: Maybe stairs could have a gates for small kids not to go to the stairs, but we simply made it with chairs :) stairs is a bit steep.

8 November 2025
A
Adam
Poland
10/10

Comfortable, spacious and well thought out place. Beds with nice mattresses, nice hot tub and sauna. Overall good choice in the area

What could be improved: Bit small kitchen and grill for bigger groups

24 July 2025
K
Karolina
Slovakia
10/10

I really liked everything. The owner is nice, apartment is amazing. We will definitely come back here one more time.

6 January 2025
H
Heather
United Kingdom
9/10

The house is beautiful and cosy and exactly as it is in the pictures. Generally well equipped with all the things you might need. Staff were very receptive to messages and really helpful. What could be improved: There is an additional charge to heat...

Heather from United Kingdom

9/10

The house is beautiful and cosy and exactly as it is in the pictures. Generally well equipped with all the things you might need. Staff were very receptive to messages and really helpful.

What could be improved: There is an additional charge to heat the hot tub, which we were happy to pay. However, we weren't told that this would mean it is only heated to 37°. The temperature controller is not on site, and there is an additional charge of €25 per day to heat it to 40°, which we felt was necessary (making it €50 per day total). It would have helped if we had been informed of this sooner (and before we'd spent an hour looking for the temp control).
Location wise, it is a 53 minute walk into the centre. Walk is lovely, but we were unable to get a taxi back so had to walk through the woods and field in the dark, which was a little unnerving! We were there a week or so out of season, so this may not always be the case, and of course, not the accommodation providers fault), but just something to be aware of!

11 December 2024
W
Wojciech
Poland
10/10

The cottage’s location is perfect for those planning hiking trips or ski vacations. The host was super responsive and helpful. No problems with the deposit or extra fees. Everything was as planned. What could be improved: The downside is that the...

Wojciech from Poland

10/10

The cottage’s location is perfect for those planning hiking trips or ski vacations. The host was super responsive and helpful. No problems with the deposit or extra fees. Everything was as planned.

What could be improved: The downside is that the mountain view is a bit blocked by the houses and the way the land lays.

12 November 2024
G
Gabriel
Switzerland
10/10

We spent one night here and were very satisfied. The cottage is clean, cozy and well equipped. The pool, which we managed to enjoy, was also a bonus. The location is perfect, close to hiking trails and beautiful nature. We will definitely be happy to...

Gabriel from Switzerland

10/10

We spent one night here and were very satisfied. The cottage is clean, cozy and well equipped. The pool, which we managed to enjoy, was also a bonus. The location is perfect, close to hiking trails and beautiful nature. We will definitely be happy to come back here!

17 October 2024
M
Miroslav
Slovakia
10/10

The cabin is located in a quiet area, surrounded by nature, yet close to attractions. It was clean, modernly furnished, and equipped with everything we needed. The hosts were very friendly and made sure we felt welcome. The beds were comfortable, and...

Miroslav from Slovakia

10/10

The cabin is located in a quiet area, surrounded by nature, yet close to attractions. It was clean, modernly furnished, and equipped with everything we needed. The hosts were very friendly and made sure we felt welcome. The beds were comfortable, and the overall comfort exceeded our expectations. The outdoor area offers a private space for barbecuing and stunning views. We would definitely love to come back!

15 October 2024
M
Maham
Germany
6/10

The hosts were kind and offered to keep the pool heated for us free of charge. Kitchen was well equipped. What could be improved: The chalet looked way bigger in the pictures and in real life it was not very impressive. All rooms had really thin...

Maham from Germany

6/10

The hosts were kind and offered to keep the pool heated for us free of charge. Kitchen was well equipped.

What could be improved: The chalet looked way bigger in the pictures and in real life it was not very impressive. All rooms had really thin curtains and they did not keep the sunlight out so we would wake up every morning with too much sun in our faces. The chalet did not have warm water. We were a group of 7 people and the first day the water ran out literally after two people showered and even the second day of our stay no-one managed go shower with hot water.

19 July 2025
M
Monika
United States
2/10

The property itself is stunning, with a beautiful terrace, pool, and comfortable accommodations. The house is well-maintained. We initially thought this would be the ideal retreat. What could be improved: Unfortunately, our stay was overshadowed by...

Monika from United States

2/10

The property itself is stunning, with a beautiful terrace, pool, and comfortable accommodations. The house is well-maintained. We initially thought this would be the ideal retreat.

What could be improved: Unfortunately, our stay was overshadowed by serious privacy issues and unsafe surroundings. Inside the property, the owner has installed cameras not just outside but also covering internal areas like the terrace, pool, and seating areas. These cameras record 24/7, making us feel extremely uncomfortable, especially since they monitor guests in areas where people are often in swimwear. This was never properly disclosed, and when we tried to address the issue, the owner was unresponsive and dismissive. If you're concerned about your privacy, I would strongly recommend looking elsewhere, as this felt more like a surveillance operation than a vacation home. Overall, this experience felt like a "honeypot" for additional charges.

22 August 2024
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Nóra
Hungary
4/10

It is a brand new, lovely little house (in 2023 summer). It is very well equipped, tastefully designed: it is clean and has everything a group could need for a vacation stay. What could be improved: And the surprises: the house is on a main road,...

Nóra from Hungary

4/10

It is a brand new, lovely little house (in 2023 summer). It is very well equipped, tastefully designed: it is clean and has everything a group could need for a vacation stay.

What could be improved: And the surprises: the house is on a main road, with heavy cars going with high speed, so you can hear it during the night and day (also you can hear the chatty locals). There is a gamer machine in the living room, but careful: you are not informed BUT you must pay for the usage of that: there are coins with which you can play, though the amount you put in the machine will be deducted from you. Without a comment. The landlords poorly communicate and not inform you in time on important details. There is a camera system surveilling you, at the back of the barbecue terrace and in the front doors. You are not informed on this in advance (the communication is very poor overall). The cameras are on. We also realized, after one of us landed on the floor during the first night, that one bed was broken, it was duck taped together only. LOL. When we stayed, the jacuzzi did not operated normally, so we could not enjoy that either. None of these errors were fixed by the owners, though they were told about this. We also brought our dogs, as we previously informed the owners, but on our second day, we were told by some new rules: further costs and rules we could not event understand or interpret to our situation. This is not how you treat guests. We stay in similar rentals 4-5 a year, we never ever experienced anything like this. It was ridiculous.

22 August 2023

Chaty Kukana a Kuku Location

126 Hlavná, 059 52 Vysoké Tatry, Slovakia

What's nearby

Vila Alica 7 km
Vila Ilona 7 km
Vila Iskra 7 km
Vila Flóra 7 km
Vila Hollý 7 km
Vila Kalinčiak 7 km
Vila Sládkovič 7 km
Pamätník Franza Kafku 5 km
Tatranský národný park 4.6 km
Malý Palace-liečebný Dom 8 km

Restaurants & cafes

Restaurant Adex Tatry 300 m
Restaurant Taverna Montis 350 m
Restaurant Penzión Tatran 250 m

Top attractions

Kezmarok Castle 12 km
Square of St. Egidius in Poprad 11 km

Natural beauty

Peak Lomnický Štít (2632m) 13 km

Public transport

Train Train Station Poprad Tatry 11 km

Closest airports

Poprad-Tatry Airport 11 km

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126 Hlavná, 059 52 Vysoké Tatry, Slovakia

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