Title: Visit Western Slovakia: Best of Western Slovakia Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com

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# Western Slovakia

## Travel Guide

![St. Martin\'s Cathedral showing a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082541/244708f1-f4bc-4cb1-861b-9fd913e98d2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![St. Martin\'s Cathedral showing a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082541/244708f1-f4bc-4cb1-861b-9fd913e98d2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Western Slovakia showing street scenes as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057543/de901949-e4e2-4321-8728-24f4112b5429.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Bratislava showing cafe lifestyle, a city and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035000/a0e6934d-ff69-4bff-a9a4-f0bd8a640c4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Michael\'s Gate featuring cafe lifestyle and street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082569/b313df6c-1470-4d9f-9d22-1ade513a312f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Western Slovakia

Where to stay

Things to do

### Where to stay in Western Slovakia

![St. Martin\'s Cathedral showing a city and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082541/a635d2b0-8d1b-4353-8052-99236c2da388.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Old Town Bratislava

4.5/5(120 area reviews)

 While visiting Old Town Bratislava, you might make a stop by sights like Presidential Palace and Banco Casino. 

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Old-Town-Bratislava.dx553248635976007825)

![Bratislava cityspace - panorama from castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/651189845162647552/62611b73-7994-433f-bd14-6023339f650c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Petrzalka

 If you're spending some time in Petrzalka, Michael's Gate and Danube River are top sights worth seeing. 

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Petrzalka.dx651189845162647552)

![A beautiful peace of engineering and architecture, the Apollo Bridge in Bratislava.

#architecture. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035000/45fb68eb-6f85-4f06-935e-8d0bb475fc99.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Nivy

3.5/5(14 area reviews)

 Nivy is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Eurovea and Central Shopping Center Bratislava while you're in town. 

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Nivy.dx6057563)

![This beautiful little Art Nouveau church is known as "The Little Blue Church".  It was built in the early 1900s and is still an active church.  Check the hours carefully before visiting to ensure it's open and not in service.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6035000/b17bf73e-2793-49b7-8425-1f8eb1c62ab8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### District of Bratislava I

 While visiting District of Bratislava I, you might make a stop by sights like Presidential Palace and Banco Casino. 

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-District-Of-Bratislava-I.dx553248635996998029)

![Bratislava, panorama of the new town from the castle hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000662243/e4839331-54ee-40bb-a3d2-2661390da4e0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Nove Mesto

5/5(1 area review)

 Unique features of Nove Mesto include the shopping and bars. Make a stop by Peugeot Arena or Tehelne Pole Stadium while you're exploring the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Nove-Mesto.dx3000662243)

![Bratislava](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000662235/4f3b6e87-0546-4b67-b076-6016c811da3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Ruzinov

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

 Unique features of Ruzinov include the historic sites and bars. Make a stop by Central Shopping Center Bratislava or Avion Shopping Park while you're exploring the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Ruzinov.dx3000662235)

[See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Western-Slovakia.dx6057543.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods)

- Western Slovakia Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Western Slovakia

![LOFT Hotel Bratislava](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4640000/4636100/4636076/d4330209_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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LOFT Hotel Bratislava

Štefánikova 4 Bratislava 

$122 nightly

$136 total

Feb 9 - Feb 10

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bratislava. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)

stayed at this lovely hotel for two nights and was thoroughly impressed. The hotel has a contemporary industrial‑chic vibe with stylish décor, and check-in was effortless—I was greeted by a very friendly and helpful staff member, given an early check-in, and even received a room upgrade as a VIP ...

Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

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![Arcadia Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1710000/1709000/1708919/cf09cbac_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Arcadia Boutique Hotel

Frantiskanska 3 Bratislava 

$115 nightly

$129 total

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa hotel in Bratislava. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...

9.4/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)

Very pleasant stay, would definitely go back

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

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![AC Hotel by Marriott Bratislava Old Town](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2700000/2699400/2699356/cd31fc00_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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AC Hotel by Marriott Bratislava Old Town

Vysoka 2A Bratislava 

$113 nightly

$127 total

Feb 15 - Feb 16

Total with taxes and fees

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9.2/10 Wonderful! (649 reviews)

Very clean room, very helpful staff. Somewhat tricky to drive through the narrow streets. During working days, I think the parking will be an issue. Otherwise, excellent place and very quiet, too.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

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City Center Best Place Apartments

Namestie SNP 18 Bratislava 

Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bratislava. Enjoy free WiFi, an airport shuttle (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (629 reviews)

Good location for a tourist. Has only basic cooking facilities in the room, one plug in hot plate but a full size fridge. No microwave. Has a communal kitchen also however with oven and microwave. Everything else was great.

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

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![VIP Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/12000000/11110000/11106900/11106898/682f9628_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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VIP Apartments

Michalská 19 Bratislava 

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9.4/10 Exceptional! (476 reviews)

Very helpful staff, great conditions!

Reviewed on Jan 3, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Hotels-VIP-Apartments.h11106898.Hotel-Information)

![Metropolitan Star Apart Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88260000/88260000/88259987/3ca06134_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Metropolitan Star Apart Hotel

9 Námestie 1\. mája Bratislava Bratislavský kraj

Stay at this aparthotel in Bratislava. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (188 reviews)

Big room

Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Hotels-Metropolitan-Star-Apart-Hotel.h88259987.Hotel-Information)

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## Check Western Slovakia hotel availability

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### Popular places to visit

![Bratislava Castle which includes a city, a river or creek and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082539/2037b288-0d0b-4635-af4b-49b1a14020a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Bratislava Castle

Explore an iconic symbol of the city, an imposing fortress that is known for its stunning architecture, gorgeous vistas and fascinating exhibitions.

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Castle-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082539.Vacation-Attraction)

![Devin Castle showing heritage elements, building ruins and chateau or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082543/aa02079d-6e81-4df8-a409-33f4787fd8b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Devin Castle

Enjoy beautiful scenery and absorbing history at one of Slovakia’s most dramatic national monuments, a cliff-top castle perched above two converging rivers.

[](https://expedia.com/Devin-Castle-District-of-Bratislava-IV.d6082543.Vacation-Attraction)

![St. Martin\'s Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082541/0ca087f3-66c4-460e-a879-9948d004c512.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### St. Martin's Cathedral

Both the curious and the pious are drawn to Bratislava’s awe-inspiring basilica, an instantly recognizable feature of the city’s skyline.

[](https://expedia.com/St-Martins-Cathedral-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082541.Vacation-Attraction)

![Fairytale-like castle in Bojnice, central Slovakia 
#StunningStructures #lifeatexpedia #culture #history](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125665/bae27182-1948-40d2-9977-36697a61f2b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Bojnice Castle

Bojnice Castle is just one of the places to see in Bojnice, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Make time to visit the spas and monuments while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Bojnice-Castle-Bojnice.d6117870.Vacation-Attraction)

![Blue Church featuring a church or cathedral and a garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082579/17765fc6-2bea-4478-ae5b-6714c1c28f34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Blue Church

One of the city’s most distinctive buildings is an early 20th-century church that is painted and decorated in blue, inside and out.

[](https://expedia.com/Blue-Church-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082579.Vacation-Attraction)

![Bratislava City Museum which includes a square or plaza as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082561/dbfd30d0-5f32-44fe-a0e8-bbd193974b81.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Bratislava City Museum

Investigate the museum’s 11 branches to learn about such diverse topics as the history of Bratislava, winemaking, clocks and antique military weapons.

[](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-City-Museum-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082561.Vacation-Attraction)

## Cities near Western Slovakia

![Aerial view of the castle in the city of Nitra in Slovakia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5971/cc9786e8-0e52-45b3-b663-71b01918f329.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Nitra

![Aerial view of the river Vah and the city of Piestany in Slovakia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/9515/92f45476-9715-454f-92b3-2e1d9376be6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Piestany

![This medieval castle was built in the 13th century, was rebuilt having been destroyed by fire during the 18th century, and has been in ruins since demolished by Napoleon’s Army in 1809. Whilst only some of the masonry remains today, it’s a popular destination or stop for hikers.

#malekarpaty](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034610/190dfe2f-d1a2-4a76-9b90-7939de91efc7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Stupava

![St. Martin\'s Cathedral showing a city and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6082541/244708f1-f4bc-4cb1-861b-9fd913e98d2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Bratislava

- Cities near Western Slovakia
- Places of interest

[Nitra](https://expedia.com/Nitra.dx5971)[Piestany](https://expedia.com/Piestany.dx9515)[Kajal](https://expedia.com/Kajal.dx6023271)[Stupava](https://expedia.com/Stupava.dx6034610)[Bratislava](https://expedia.com/Bratislava.dx6035000)[Majcichov](https://expedia.com/Majcichov.dx6053914)[Dvor Cierna Voda](https://expedia.com/Dvor-Cierna-Voda.dx6057542)[Salgovce](https://expedia.com/Salgovce.dx6057544)[Trnava](https://expedia.com/Trnava.dx6094743)[Marianka](https://expedia.com/Marianka.dx6123656)[Esztergom](https://expedia.com/Esztergom.dx6125152)[Galanta](https://expedia.com/Galanta.dx6125577)[Bojnice](https://expedia.com/Bojnice.dx6125665)[Dunasziget](https://expedia.com/Dunasziget.dx6125801)[Senec](https://expedia.com/Senec.dx6125812)[Nove Zamky](https://expedia.com/Nove-Zamky.dx6129715)[Bela](https://expedia.com/Bela.dx6130472)[Trencin](https://expedia.com/Trencin.dx6140988)[Vrakun](https://expedia.com/Vrakun.dx6144388)[Topolcany](https://expedia.com/Topolcany.dx6144547)[Dunakiliti](https://expedia.com/Dunakiliti.dx6144950)[Lozorno](https://expedia.com/Lozorno.dx6149759)[Pezinok](https://expedia.com/Pezinok.dx6157903)[Oponice](https://expedia.com/Oponice.dx6160099)[Hainburg an der Donau](https://expedia.com/Hainburg-An-Der-Donau.dx6174000)

- [Bratislava Castle ](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Castle-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082539.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Bratislava Christmas Market ](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Christmas-Market-Old-Town-Bratislava.d553248621563232085.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Devin Castle ](https://expedia.com/Devin-Castle-District-of-Bratislava-IV.d6082543.Vacation-Attraction)
- [St. Martin's Cathedral ](https://expedia.com/St-Martins-Cathedral-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082541.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Bojnice Castle ](https://expedia.com/Bojnice-Castle-Bojnice.d6117870.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Blue Church ](https://expedia.com/Blue-Church-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082579.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Bratislava City Museum ](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-City-Museum-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082561.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Primate's Palace ](https://expedia.com/Primates-Palace-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082571.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Most SNP ](https://expedia.com/Most-SNP-Old-Town-Bratislava.d553248621533040995.Vacation-Attraction)
- [TIPOS Arena ](https://expedia.com/TIPOS-Arena-Nove-Mesto.d6308548.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Eurovea ](https://expedia.com/Eurovea-Nivy.d553248634829851422.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Stadion Pasienky ](https://expedia.com/Stadion-Pasienky-Nove-Mesto.d553248621563232097.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Tehelne Pole Stadium ](https://expedia.com/Tehelne-Pole-Stadium-Nove-Mesto.d6082557.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Presidential Palace ](https://expedia.com/Presidential-Palace-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082593.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hlavne Square ](https://expedia.com/Hlavne-Square-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082575.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Dunajska Streda Thermalpark ](https://expedia.com/Dunajska-Streda-Thermalpark-Dunajska-Streda.d6318982.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Čachtice Castle ](https://expedia.com/Cachtice-Castle-Cachtice.d6117846.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Central Shopping Center Bratislava ](https://expedia.com/Central-Shopping-Center-Bratislava-Nivy.d553248635975834368.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Hviezdoslavovo Square ](https://expedia.com/Hviezdoslavovo-Square-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6082591.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Old Slovak National Theater ](https://expedia.com/Old-Slovak-National-Theater-Old-Town-Bratislava.d6141835.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Slovakia Ring ](https://expedia.com/Slovakia-Ring-Orechova-Poton.d553248621560820010.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Sad Janka Krala ](https://expedia.com/Sad-Janka-Krala-Petrzalka.d6082551.Vacation-Attraction)
- [ADELI Medical Center ](https://expedia.com/ADELI-Medical-Center-Piestany.d553248629820245560.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Michael's Gate ](https://expedia.com/Michaels-Gate-Petrzalka.d6082569.Vacation-Attraction)
- [VIVO! ](https://expedia.com/VIVO-Nove-Mesto.d553248621563232096.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Bratislava Zoo ](https://expedia.com/Bratislava-Zoo-Karlova-Ves.d6082545.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Trencin Castle ](https://expedia.com/Trencin-Castle-Trencin.d6117848.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Aquapark Senec ](https://expedia.com/Aquapark-Senec-Senec.d553248621532515735.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Zlate Piesky ](https://expedia.com/Zlate-Piesky-Ruzinov.d6117812.Vacation-Attraction)
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