Occidental Ljubljana

Hotels
Occidental Hotels and Resorts by Barcelo Hotel Group
9 (4527 reviews)
16 Slovenska cesta , Ljubljana , si

Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Central location
Clean facilities
Cons:
High parking fees
Service issues at front desk

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Multiple reviews praise the cleanliness, though some noted issues with facilities.
Service
9.43
Most reviews highlight friendly staff, but one review mentions unprofessional behavior from reception.
Location
9.97
Strongly praised in multiple reviews for its convenient and central location.
Room Quality
8.92
Most rooms received positive comments, though a few noted issues with specific rooms.
Amenities
8.45
Amenities mentioned positively, though some guests felt parking should be included.
Value for Money
8.41
Some guests feel the parking and breakfast are too expensive relative to the hotel.
Food and Beverage
8.96
Breakfast was generally reported as good, though there are some comments on pricing.
Overall Experience
9.43
Overall experience was favorable, with a mix of highs and lows from various reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 22:40

Property Description

Central Location
Located in the heart of Ljubljana, Occidental Ljubljana offers a convenient base for exploring the city. Situated close to major attractions, guests can easily immerse themselves in the vibrant culture and history of the area.

Modern Amenities
Experience comfort and convenience with air-conditioned rooms, free WiFi, and a fitness centre at Occidental Ljubljana. The hotel also provides a shared lounge, room service, and a 24-hour front desk for all your needs.

Dining Options
Indulge in a variety of culinary delights at the hotel's restaurant, offering Mediterranean cuisine and catering to special dietary requirements. Guests can start their day with a delicious buffet breakfast before heading out to enjoy the activities Ljubljana has to offer.

Book your stay at Occidental Ljubljana now to enjoy a memorable experience in Ljubljana!

Important information:

Smoking is prohibited in all parts of the Hotel. The hotel prohibits smoking. In case of violation of this rule or careless use, we will be forced to charge you a cleaning fee of €300 per night, plus compensation for increased material damage.

You can stay with a dog, ONLY in Superior City View room OR higher room categories, and with a weight limit of 5 kg. Please note that your dog is not allowed to access the restaurant or the bar. If you choose to bring your dog with you, the surcharge is 35 Euros per night.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 4527 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.97
Room Quality: 8.92
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 8.41
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 9.43
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Johann couple at
9
Freundliches, modernes Hotel mit guter Parkmöglichkeit und bester Lage.
Pros:

Lage, Ausstattung, Freundlichkeit des Personals und gute Parkmöglichkeit.

Cons:

Das Frühstück war ausgezeichnet, aber wurde in einem lauten, völlig überfüllten Raum mit wirklich ungemütlicher Atmosphäre serviert. Wirklich schade.

2026-09-12 via Nuitee
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Martin couple ch
8
2026-09-11 via Nuitee
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Yi couple gb
9
Pros:

Perfect location, with views of Ljubljana castle. Only 3 mins walk to old town but taxis can still drop you off with your luggage as it’s not actually inside old town. Room was simple but clean.

Cons:

TV wasn’t working.

2026-09-08 via Nuitee
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Małgorzata solo_traveller pl
8
Pros:

Overall, the hotel was perfectly fine. The room was comfortable and we really appreciated having on-site parking, although getting to it and navigating the different levels, scanners and access system was rather complicated. Breakfast was decent - nothing particularly memorable, but perfectly adequate.

Cons:

Unfortunately, one interaction at reception left a very unpleasant impression. I initially tried to communicate in Slovenian as I am studying the language and naturally using each opportunity to practice. As a foreigner, I obviously don’t speak it on a native level, but instead of meeting me halfway, the receptionist seemed unwilling to understand me and spoke extremely quickly despite it being quite clear that I was struggling to follow.
I then tried Croatian, as the hotel’s Booking.com listing states that Croatian is one of the languages spoken by the staff. I was rather abruptly told that Croatian was not spoken at the hotel, which was confusing given the information provided on the listing.
I don’t expect hotel staff to speak every language, and communicating in English was absolutely fine. What bothered me was the attitude. I was genuinely making an effort to communicate in the local language, and the interaction made me feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. Unfortunately, it left a sour taste after an otherwise perfectly good stay - to the point that afterwards I felt reluctant to even try speaking Slovenian during the rest of my trip.

2026-09-07 via Nuitee
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Sandrine family_with_children fr
10
2026-09-07 via Nuitee
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Ivo extended_group at
8
2026-09-06 via Nuitee
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Arthur solo_traveller fr
10
Excellent hôtel en plein cœur de la ville !
Pros:

- l'emplacement idéal, au cœur de la ville
- la vue sur la place
- le lit très confortable
- le petit-déjeuner parfait

Cons:

- Rien.

2026-09-05 via Nuitee
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Shenhav solo_traveller il
10
Pros:

הכל היה מעולה, נהנינו מכל רגע!

Cons:

לא היה.

2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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Barry couple ca
10
More than than happy.
Pros:

Exceptional staff. Always smiling and welcoming. Rooms exceeded our expectations.

2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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Manuela solo_traveller gb
10
2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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chris couple us
10
2026-09-04 via Nuitee
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Eleni couple cy
7
2026-09-03 via Nuitee
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Meir solo_traveller il
6
Pros:

את המיקום

Cons:

חדר קטן. מקלחת ושירותים צפופים מאוד.

2026-09-03 via Nuitee
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Alec couple gb
9
Pros:

Fanastic bed

Cons:

I guess you could say the decor style is a tad sterile but it is really smart and clean.

2026-09-03 via Nuitee
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Julia couple ch
8
Pros:

Die Lage war super und sehr zentral. Man ist gut zu Fuss überall und hat auch den Bus direkt vor dem Hotel. Frühstück und andere Angebote waren reichlich und sehr lecker.

2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Susan couple us
10
2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Jens extended_group de
10
2026-09-02 via Nuitee
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Anita couple ca
2
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Bathroom set up is terrible with zero privacy. Room windows looked into elevator lobby

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Ziad couple us
10
Great location. Modern rooms
Pros:

Great location, super friendly staff… The rooms are remodeled and very modern. Some people complain about the parking, but I found it very easy to park at the hotel… After you book, you receive an email notification from the hotel and all you have to do is respond back to the reserve a spot and they will share with you a QR code that you can use to access the Garage. Parking is €35 per day. I had my access from 12 PM to 3 PM.

Cons:

The pillows are a bit soft to my liking… But that’s just a personal preference

2026-09-01 via Nuitee
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Julie couple gb
10
2026-09-01 via Nuitee