Horses in the morning mist at sunrise

Where will you wake up in Turiec?

On a ridge of the Malá Fatra with the ski slope outside the door, or down in the basin among horses and an orchard. Choose your dates and book directly with the people who look after the place.

When are you coming?

Places we look after

Each one is different. What they share is Turiec, and that your dates are confirmed by a person, not a machine.

TerraHut cabin with its steep roof in a snowy forest

TerraHut Martinky

from €120 a night

Martinské hole. Up to 21 guests

You wake up in the forest at Martinské hole, with the ski slope right by the cabin.

Garden House in the orchard with a hot tub in front

Garden House

Price on request

Ranch Paradise, Košťany nad Turcom. For 2 guests

You wake up by a large window, with an orchard, grazing horses and mountains outside.

The house with its terrace in the evening sun

Apartmán Ranch

Price on request

Ranch Paradise, Košťany nad Turcom. For 2 guests

You wake up in a high bed and drink your coffee on a terrace full of flowers, looking at the mountains.

Military Praga V3S truck converted into accommodation

Vejda Veverka

Price on request

Ranch Paradise, Košťany nad Turcom. For 2 guests

You wake up in a military Praga V3S under a mighty oak, right in the horse paddock.

From the ridge to the basin

In Turiec, it matters how high up you wake. At Martinské hole you have forest and skis outside the door, down in the basin horses, an orchard and views of both Fatra ranges.

500 m1,000 m1,500 mMalá FatraVeľká FatraMartinTerraHut MartinkyAround 1,300 mRanch ParadiseAround 400 m

A sketch of the landscape. Heights are approximate.

You book directly with us

  • You talk to people who know the place

    Your request is answered by someone who looks after the accommodation and can also help with the journey or trips.

  • No service fee

    We charge nothing extra for sending a request or booking on this website.

  • Dates first, payment after

    We check the dates and send a confirmation with the price. You pay after that, and you never enter payment details on this site.

  • We are in Turiec

    We don’t broker stays from afar. When something needs sorting out, we are on site.

Turiec through the year

Skiing and ski touring in winter, hiking and spas in summer, culture and events in every season.

  • A mountain meadow in bloom in spring
    Spring
  • Šútovo lake with turquoise water and a view of Turiec
    Summer
  • Golden trees reflected in water
    Autumn
  • Snow-covered spruces on a ridge above the clouds
    Winter

What’s nearby

Turiec lies between the Malá and Veľká Fatra. Peace and things to do are both within reach.

Sunset over snow-covered Martinské hole

Mountains and nature

Malá Fatra and Martinské hole

Skiing and ski touring in winter, hiking in summer. The mountains rise above Martin.

Wooden houses in the Museum of the Slovak Village near Martin

Culture and history

Museum of the Slovak Village

An open-air museum on the edge of Martin with 129 buildings on 15.5 hectares. Events take place every year, for example at Easter and Christmas.

Red roofs and green ridges above the town in spring

Culture and history

Martin

A centre of Slovak national life since the mid-19th century. You’ll find museums, the Turiec Gallery and the Slovak National Library here.

Ideas for trips

What to do in Turiec once you know where you’re staying.

All tips
View from Martinské hole over Martin and the mountains beyond

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A weekend in Turiec: what to fit into two days

Turiec offers mountains, beautiful nature and an interesting history. In one weekend you can fit in a trip to the Malá Fatra, a walk through historic Martin and some rest at the spa. We've put together a simple plan that doesn't leave you rushing anywhere.

A sea of fog over Turiec and mountain ridges in the morning sun

3 min read

When the valley is foggy, head above the clouds

While fog wraps around Martin, the sun may be shining on the surrounding hills. Autumn and winter inversions create views over Turiec that are worth heading into the mountains for, even on a gloomy day.

Autumn trees reflected in the water under storm clouds

4 min read

Turiec through the year: when to come and what to do

Turiec has something to offer in every season. Spring and autumn draw people for quieter days in nature, summer for hiking and day trips, and winter for skiing and relaxation. So when is it worth coming?

What guests ask

Is a booking request binding?

No. Sending a request costs nothing. We check the dates and send you a confirmation with the final price and payment details. The booking is valid once you pay a deposit of 50% of the price of the stay.

How do I pay?

After we confirm your booking, you pay a deposit of 50% of the price of the stay; the payment details are in the confirmation. You can cancel free of charge up to 3 days before arrival. You never enter payment details on this website.

Some places show no price. Why?

The price depends on the dates, so we send it in reply to your request. You can also ask by phone.

Can I come for just one night?

At TerraHut the minimum stay is 2 nights. For the other places, please ask. The calendar shows what you can choose.

What are the arrival and departure times?

We send arrival and departure times and travel instructions in your booking confirmation. If you need to arrive earlier or leave later, add it to the note.

Can I bring my dog?

It depends on the place and the dates. Add it to the note in your request and we’ll let you know.

We’re looking for a place for a larger group or a company.

TerraHut can be rented as a whole for up to 21 guests, with the common room, sauna and gym. Tell us what you’re planning and we’ll prepare it together.

How do I get to Martinské hole in winter?

Two-wheel-drive cars must have snow chains, and with a 4x4 we recommend bringing them along. In winter we can also pick you up from Martin by snow taxi.

Sunset over the ranch and the mountain ridges

We’re happy to help

Can’t decide, or want to ask something first? Call or write directly to the person who looks after the place.

Do you own a property in Turiec?

Add it to the Turiec Properties group. We’ll take care of the renting.

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