The town of Idrija in western Slovenia is known for two things: intricate locally made lace and a mercury mine – the world’s second largest. If you continue to read, you will see below that we have listed the best hotels to stay at if you’re exploring the Idrija area and learning about mercury-mining and lace-making or just passing through.

Hotels in Idrija that we recommend
HOTEL KENDOV DVOREC Spodnja Idrija, Slovenia Hotel Kendov Dvorec or Kenda Manor as it is also known in English is a luxurious hotel on beautiful grounds, which achieves a wonderful and unique blend of warmth, homeliness, elegance and professionalism. The hotel is located above the village of Spodnja Idrija near the town of Idrija in western Slovenia. The building is lovely, and those who appreciate the beauty of furniture will thoroughly enjoy roaming through the public spaces filled with the various historic furniture and pieces. The rooms are large and beautifully furnished with old world charm and have lots of individual touches. The breakfasts are varied and appetizing and the dinners, which are based on the chef's menu each evening are superb and bear comparison with top restaurants anywhere in Europe. The staff are professional and incredibly helpful. All in all, the hotel is a true oasis of calm, outstanding food, wonderful wines, exquisitely furnished rooms and superb staff. We definitely recommend staying at the Kendov Dvorec hotel as the peaceful location, beautiful setting and attention to making your stay comfortable by the staff is fabulous. Location:         08/10 Style/character:     10/10 Staff & service:     10/10 Rooms:           10/10 Facilities:         08/10 Food & drink:       10/10 Cleanliness:       10/10 Value for money:   09/10 Free WiFi:       Free parking:
HOTEL JOZEF Idrija, Slovenia Hotel Jozef is a lovely modern and very small hotel with only a few rooms. It is located about a kilometre from Idrija's town centre. The location is nothing special, but everything else is close to perfection and you get a lot of value for your money! The rooms are pretty large and spotlessly clean and the bathrooms are modern and stylish with great shower facilities. Everything works and is functional, Wi-Fi speed is fast and parking is free. The staff is always very friendly and helpful. The buffet breakfast is sumptuous and the lunch and dinner served A la Carte are definitely something to watch for. This is the place you want to stay if you are having a busy cultural day in Idrija learning about mercury-mining and lace-making. There is simply nothing to complain about. Location:         08/10 Style/character:     09/10 Staff & service:     09/10 Rooms:           10/10 Facilities:         08/10 Food & drink:       09/10 Cleanliness:       09/10 Value for money:   08/10 Free WiFi:       Free parking:

Places to stay in Idrija that we recommend
The accommodation options in Idrija can be divided into six main categories: hotels, guest houses, B&Bs, apartments, farm stays and hostels.
HOTELS IN IDRIJA THAT WE RECOMMEND There are two hotels in the Idrija area. We have reviewed and rated them both, so, if you're planning to visit Idrija and would like to stay in a hotel, read on and find out which one best suits your needs.
GUEST HOUSES IN IDRIJA THAT WE RECOMMEND Guest houses are a very popular form of lodging in Slovenia and have been in use for many decades. We stayed at four different guesthouses in the Idrija area and would like to recommend two of them.
APARTMENTS IN IDRIJA THAT WE RECOMMEND If you like complete privacy, comfort, want to be able to cook your favourite meals, or just look for a cheaper and better alternative to hotels, then Idrija apartments are meant for you. They usually have nice modern furniture and all the necessary equipment, including a well equipped kitchen and a modern bathroom.
BED AND BREAKFASTS IN IDRIJA THAT WE RECOMMEND Bed and breakfasts are an inexpensive and relaxing alternative to a classic hotel for your stay, but currently we can recommend only one B&B in Idrija.
HOSTELS IN IDRIJA THAT WE RECOMMEND Idrija is a small town and only has one hostel. Find out if it suits your needs.
FARM STAYS IN THE IDRIJA AREA THAT WE RECOMMEND Farm stays are a great way of bringing your family together and experiencing another way of living. Find out which farm stay in the Idrija area we recommend!

All You Need To Know To Visit Idrija

IDRIJA – a town of mercury, lace and zlikrofi Idrija is a lovely small town with a population of just under 6,000 in western Slovenia that lies at the base of a valley, amid green hills and is crossed by the Idrijca river. It has a typical central-European architecture and you can see a strong influence of the Austro-Hungarian empire, especially in the town's main buildings. Today, Idrija is best known for three things: a mercury mine (the reason for Idrija's spot on UNESCO's World Heritage list), intricate locally made lace and zlikrofi (a traditional Slovenian dish from Idrija).