Ethno Houses Plitvica Selo in Plitvice Lakes

Description

Ethno Houses Plitvica Selo is a 4-star hotel complex consisting of wooden chalets with a variety of room types from Economy to Deluxe Suites, including family and business options. Guests will find air conditioning, heating, soundproof rooms, and amenities such as a restaurant, bar, spa and wellness center, fitness facilities, and outdoor activities like mini golf and tennis courts. The property offers free bike rentals and parking, plus services including 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and laundry. While the hotel shows signs of aging and has mixed reviews about maintenance and food quality, many guests appreciate the friendly, multilingual staff especially from the reception and restaurant teams. Rooms include basics like TV, kettle, and good bathrooms, though some report noise issues and dated furnishings. The hotel welcomes children of all ages and allows pets for a fee. Overall, it aims to combine traditional wooden architecture with a range of leisure options close to nature.

Location

Located in Plitvica Selo village, Ethno Houses Plitvica Selo sits approximately 1.8 km from the entrance P3 of Plitvice Lakes National Park, Croatia's oldest and most famous park. The hotel is about 91 km from Zadar Airport. Nearby dining options include Restaurant & B&B Plitvica Lodge, just 140 meters away, rated highly for atmosphere and friendly service despite a limited menu. The hotel’s natural surroundings provide a peaceful setting with easy access to hiking and outdoor activities, while being somewhat isolated, requiring a drive or bike ride to nearby amenities.

Tips

• Bring earplugs or request a room away from neighbors to reduce noise disturbances.
• Budget extra for meals, as restaurant prices are considered high by some guests.
• If you have heavy luggage, ask staff to assist with carrying bags, especially since some rooms are accessed via stairs.

Policies and conditions

• Child policies: Children of all ages are welcome at this property. Children between 0 and 3 years old can stay for free if no extra bed is needed.
• Cribs and Extra Beds: For all room types, cribs can be added, but extra beds cannot be added. Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
• Pets: Pets are allowed Fee: €15.00 (approx. US$17.73) per pet per stay
• Service animals: Service animals are allowed
• Age Requirements: The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
• Paying at the hotel: MasterCard, Visa, DinersClub
• Check in time: 15:00. Check out time: 10:30.