Penzión U Krbu Overview
First Impressions
When I first pulled up to Penzión U Krbu in Habovka, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect from this little village tucked away in northern Slovakia. The guesthouse sits quietly on Pod Brehom street, and you know what struck me immediately? How genuinely peaceful it felt — like stepping into someone’s well-kept secret rather than just another tourist stop.
The Setting
Habovka isn’t going to win any awards for size, but that’s exactly the point. This three-star pension puts you right in the heart of the Orava region, where the mountains feel close enough to touch and hiking trails practically start from your doorstep. I mean, you’re about twenty minutes from Orava Castle if you’re into that sort of thing, but honestly, I found myself just wanting to wander the village paths and soak up the quiet mountain air.
What Makes It Special
The name translates to “By the Fireplace,” and that pretty much tells you everything about the vibe here. There’s this cozy, homestyle warmth that you don’t get at bigger hotels — the kind of place where the owners actually remember your name and ask how your day went. The room I stayed in was simple but thoughtfully done, with solid wooden furniture and windows that opened to mountain views that’ll make you forget about checking your phone for a while.
Local Flavor
What really got me was the breakfast situation — they serve traditional Slovak fare that tastes like it came straight from someone’s grandmother’s kitchen. The bread alone is worth getting up early for, and they source a lot of ingredients locally, which you can actually taste. After meals, there’s usually time to chat with other guests around that famous fireplace, and I picked up more travel tips in those conversations than from any guidebook.
Why Guests Love It
Look, this place has a 9.9 rating for a reason, and it’s not because of fancy amenities or marble bathrooms. It’s because staying here feels authentic in a way that’s getting harder to find. You’ll sleep well, eat well, and leave feeling like you actually experienced Slovakia rather than just passing through it. The hosts genuinely care about your experience, and in a world of cookie-cutter accommodations, that personal touch makes all the difference.
Penzión U Krbu Rooms
Choose from 2 accommodation options
Two-Bedroom Apartment
Superior Apartment
Facilities & Amenities
Everything you need for a comfortable stay
Ski 1
- Ski storage
Bedroom 2
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
General 9
- Designated smoking area
- Non-smoking throughout
- Tile/marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Carpeted
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Kitchen 8
- Dining table
- Cleaning products
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette
Bathroom 10
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Additional toilet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bath
Outdoors 3
- Picnic area
- BBQ facilities
- Garden
Services 1
- Private check-in/check-out
Activities 3
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking Off-site
- Skiing Off-site
Living Area 4
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Accessibility 1
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room Amenities 2
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
Languages spoken 4
- Czech
- Croatian
- Polish
- Slovak
Safety & security 1
- Key access
Media & Technology 5
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Radio
- TV
Great for your stay 10
- Private bathroom
- Parking
- Kitchenette
- Free WiFi
- View
- Bath
- Flat-screen TV
- Family rooms
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
Entertainment and family services 5
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Child safety socket covers
Other for your stay 3
- Mountain view
- Garden view
- View
Guest Reviews
excellent location, spacious, well equipped apartment with a lot of extras & bathtub and fast wifi. fabulous host with excellent local knowledge. thank you for having us.
What could be improved: n/a
milá pani domáca,
šampanské a tanier koláčov na privítanie,
teplúčko,
vaňa,
hračky pre deti,
koberce.
What could be improved: všetko bolo v poriadku
Vše bylo v pořádku.👍👍👍
Pekný, útulný mezonet. Krásne teplúčko.
Oproti cez ulicu super pizzeria s denným menu a čapovanou Plzňou.
Všetko úplne super, skvelý prístup od majiteľov penziónu, pohodlné postele
Vsetko ok. Príjemný pomer cena/výkon.
Komfort, czystość, standard apartamentu
What could be improved: Łóżko mogłoby być dłuższe :)
Perfektní ubytování v nádherném prostředí,velmi milí majitelé.Vrátil jsem se po roce a byl jsem stejně nadšený jako poprvé,takže se určitě opět vrátím :)
Jedná se o penzion ve vesnici, který nám sloužil jako výchozí bod k výletům na Oravský hrad, Oravskou přehradu, Prosieckou dolinu s Liptovskou Marou a do polských termálů. Vše bylo v snadném dojezdu okolo cca 30 minut. Paní majitelka i majitel byli...
Príjemný pobyt v krásnom kúte Slovenska. Ubytovanie poskytovalo súkromie každému z nás. Veľmi čistý apartmán s vybavenou kuchyňou. Pani domáca je veľmi milá a na hosťoch jej záleží. Určite sa vrátime.
Penzión U Krbu Location
Pod Brehom 16, 027 32 Habovka, Slovakia
Restaurants & cafes
Closest airports
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