Hotel Lomnica has a new look since 1st December. Literally. Not only is it preparing for the arrival of the imperial couple, but its services will get a new dimension in the form of a 5-star standard categorized for boutique hotels.
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Hotel Lomnica is a five-star
At a time when many hoteliers not only in the Tatras, but all over Slovakia are closing their operations and closely watching the energy crisis and the turbulent state of the world, Hotel Lomnica, nicknamed the "First Lady of the Tatras", is making progress. "We have been toying with the idea of a fifth star for a long time, as we have been aiming to provide the highest standards of service since the hotel opened. On the other hand, we were very strongly motivated and persuaded by the reviews of our clients, their feedback is very important to us, and it is thanks to them that we have boldly entered the new concept of a boutique hotel with 5-star standards. Of course, we approach this with humility and to a certain extent it obliges us to be even better," says hotel director Peter Mudrý. Hotel Lomnica is not part of any hotel chain, so its ambition is not to compare itself with the most famous and luxurious brands. It has defined its mission simply - to continue its 128-year history and the value heritage of its ancestors and to satisfy even the most demanding requirements of its guests to the maximum extent possible.
Boutique Hotel Lomnica*****
A characteristic feature of the boutique hotel concept is the so-called "atmosphere of a warm family home". It is characterised by its origins in a historic building, a designer-style interior with period details and a highly individual approach from the staff. Boutique hotels are smaller, up to 100 rooms, with intimate surroundings, fine dining and a unique story to tell. "The idea behind the boutique Hotel Lomnica is to return to the heritage of our ancestors, to historical milestones, to the traditions of culture and to living a good life based on values. We want to elevate our guests from their everyday life to the world of beautiful art, unique environment under the Lomnicky Peak, period architecture, unique gastronomy and sincere care. In our concept, we go back to the time of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy to the imperial court, where the identity of the Hotel Lomnica - the First Lady of the Tatras - was created. We celebrate the magnificent past and build on the monumentality of the Austro-Hungarian monarchy of which we were once a part. We invite you to enter the story of the imperial couple Elisabeth of Bavaria, known as Sissi, and the love of her life, Franz Joseph. Their ever-living legacy is personified here in our passion for Austro-Hungarian gastronomy, our historic rooms, our beautiful gallery collection and our Wellness Centre Valéria," says P. Mudrý.
Boutique experiences
Hotel Lomnica - the oldest hotel in the Tatras, opened to the public in 1894, is currently known for its quality services and first-class equipment of 66 rooms. It also offers a culinary gastronomy experience in a hot air balloon or tasting dinners in the Franz Josef Restaurant. Inside the hotel you can see an extensive collection of gallery works by M. Medveckova, G. Malý, F. Hložník, D. Skutecký, J. Hála, L. Mednyánszke and other authors, or sit in the stylish Club 80 from the times of English gentlemen. Already on 17 December, the hotel will be the scene of an extraordinary fashion show, with which the participants will be transported to the sumptuous world of fashion and clothing of the Renaissance, Baroque and "Golden Age" of the second half of the 19th century. They will witness the unveiling of a unique replica of Empress Sissi's coronation gown, as well as the story of 12 exceptional aristocratic women and their representative court fashions and decorative jewellery. The dress exhibition, open not only to guests but also to the general public, will run until 7 January 2023.
What changes in the hotel after the transition to the 5-star boutique standard
Some of the services that must be met by 5 star hotels were already included in the hotel's services in the past, but now the hotel is planning, for example, an evening turndown service - preparing the room for sleep (making the bed and refreshing the bathroom), a concierge to help you get out of the car, move your luggage to/from the hotel at check-in and check-out, park the guest's car, escort the guest directly to the room. Other services include: extended hours café, Guest Relations Manager - a customer relations manager who will help plan a tour of the area or can be contacted with any questions, superior laundry services - express hourly ironing is available, room service in suites and beverage service in other rooms.
Hotel Lomnica already offers a superior standard of services. Its unique location under the Lomnicky Peak is underlined by the historic building, which houses the Lomnica Gallery (gallery establishment) with more than 600 gallery works and exhibits that guests can view during their stay. The hotel already has its own on-site bakery, two separate restaurants - one a la carte (Restaurant Sissi), the other with a fine dining concept (Restaurant Franz Josef), and its service portfolio includes its own winery ViaJur, ViaJur Agricultura Farná, from where it brings its own vegetables directly to Hotel Lomnica.
