Anyone who grew up with the Smurfs you will remember very well the iconic village with the mushroom-shaped houses where the very nice protagonists lived, but who would have imagined that one day something like this would become reality? In Slovakia there is in fact a hotel with Smurfs’ houses: it’s called Chata Belez and offers a unique experience with the mushroom-shaped houses, famous in the cartoon, which have been faithfully reproduced and made available to guests.
Where is the fairy-tale Chata Belez hotel located and what does it look like
Hidden among the fascinating mountains of the Žilina region, in the picturesque town of Dolný Kubín in Slovakiafrom the outside thehotel Chata Belez It looks like a traditional one mountain village, with houses with sloping roofs that look like they came out of a postcard. However, once they cross the threshold, guests are greeted by a modern and minimalist environment, equipped with every comfort.
Elegant and functional rooms, well-kept common areas and impeccable service make your stay pleasant and relaxing. The property offers a terrace, a shared kitchen and a bar, and there is also free private parking. The cottage can offer accommodation for up to 56 people divided into 16 roomsall equipped with a flat-screen TV, private bathroom, WiFi and sometimes a balcony.
Kuboland: the village with the mushroom-shaped Smurf houses
The hotel’s main attraction is without a doubt Kubolandachildren’s play area built outside the structure where two wonderful ones stand out mushroom-shaped houses, inspired by the unforgettable Smurfs’ village. One of these houses is blue, the other red, both decorated with white polka dots and the iconic fireplace is not missing, exactly as we saw in the Smurfs’ village. With attention to the smallest details, these houses offer children the opportunity to live a fairy tale, taking souvenir photos and letting their imagination fly.
However, the Kuboland play area is not limited to the Smurfs’ houses but is full of attractions that promise fun for the whole family: there are in fact two bouncy castles, one multicolored and the other inspired by the Spongebob cartoon – much loved by the little ones – which allow the little ones to overcome various obstacles, hide in a tunnel or slide down a slide, activities that allow them to spend hours playing together. Then there is one sandy area perfect for building castles and sculptures or digging a trench with a mini excavator, a wide lawn where children can run and play and also take advantage of four-wheeled toy cars of different sizes to run around freely.
How much does a holiday at the Chata Belez hotel cost
A holiday at Chata Belez is also economically accessible. In the high season, a stay three-night stay with access to Kuboland is offered at price of approximately 45 euros per person and which drops by about half (always per person) for families with for example two children: a fairly affordable figure for every family. The hotel also offers the possibility of doing one breakfast complete at the additional cost of 8 euros per person per day.
What’s around the hotel with the Smurfs’ houses
The hotel is located 5 minutes drive from the town of Lower Kubín and only 5 minutes drive from the Kubínsko ski resort. Worth mentioning is Orava Castle, located just 7 km from the Chata Belez hotel, which is one of the most fascinating castles in Slovakia. Built in the 13th century on a steep rock above the Orava River, it offers breathtaking panoramic views. It’s a Famous medieval castle for its impressive architecture and rich history, which includes numerous legends and fascinating stories. Today, Orava Castle is a popular tourist attraction, hosting museums and cultural events that attract visitors from the surrounding area.
There is also the nearby Likava Castlea suggestive one Slovakian medieval castle with ruins which is located 16 km away from the hotel and which represents a fascinating destination for history buffs: built in the 14th century, it is located on a hill overlooking the Váh river valley (thus offering a spectacular panoramic view) and, despite being in ruins, it retains a unique historical charm.
