Title: Hotel Kompas - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Hotel Kompas Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a fitness center ## Photo gallery for Hotel Kompas ![Aerial view - Hotel Kompas (Bled)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/44e95e65.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Double Room, Balcony - Hotel Kompas (Bled)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/10ab777a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property - Hotel Kompas (Bled)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/07813b52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Indoor pool - Hotel Kompas (Bled)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/a3815d8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Reception - Hotel Kompas (Bled)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/0b7f3c5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Hotel Kompas near Lake Bled offers an upscale retreat for families and active visitors. Start your day with a breakfast buffet, enjoy mini golf or racquetball/squash, and relax in the wellness facilities. Free WiFi and helpful staff with luggage storage enhance the experience. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - 24/7 front desk - Room service - Spa ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Dec. 13 - Dec. 14](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=853022&PinnedHotelID=853022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-13&endDate=2025-12-14&selected=853022&PinnedHotelID=853022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Dec. 14 - Dec. 15](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=853022&PinnedHotelID=853022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-14&endDate=2025-12-15&selected=853022&PinnedHotelID=853022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Dec. 19 - Dec. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=853022&PinnedHotelID=853022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-19&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=853022&PinnedHotelID=853022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Dec. 26 - Dec. 28](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=853022&PinnedHotelID=853022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-26&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=853022&PinnedHotelID=853022&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Economy Double Room ![Economy Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/06869fce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Double Room ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains Shower/tub combination - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room, Balcony, Lake View ![Twin Room, Balcony, Lake View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/8fa52da1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Balcony, Lake View 8.0 Very good 5 reviews ### Highlights Balcony Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains - 194 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Twin Room, Balcony ![Twin Room, Balcony | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/cd09ea73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room, Balcony 8.0 Very good 3 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains - 194 sq ft - Park view - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Economy Twin Room ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/6454024a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Economy Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains Shower/tub combination - 172 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Family Suite ![Hypo-allergenic bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/973ef1c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Family Suite ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu 2 bedrooms Blackout drapes/curtains - 291 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Park view - Sleeps 4 - 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Balcony, Lake View ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/9b3ce0cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Balcony, Lake View 7.0 Good 7 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains - 194 sq ft - Lake view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Double Room, Balcony ![Double Room, Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/860000/853100/853022/10ab777a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room, Balcony 8.6 Excellent 10 reviews ### Highlights Balcony or patio Soundproofed Air conditioning Heating Flat-screen TV Hypo-allergenic bedding Pillow menu Blackout drapes/curtains - 194 sq ft - Park view - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBled-Hotels-Hotel-Kompas.h853022.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FBled-Hotels-Hotel-Kompas.h853022.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C46.36627%2C14.11113&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=flWrBAUd1zBvAMyR6NbqunjfY7Q=) Cankarjeva 2, Bled, 4260 #### What's nearby - Festival Hall \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - St. Martin's Parish Church \- 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Bled Castle \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Lake Bled \- 13 min walk \- 1.1 km - Church of Sv Marika Bozja \- 11 min drive \- 2.2 km #### Getting around - Lesce-Bled Station - 5 min drive - Joze Pucnik Airport (LJU) - 35 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Bar Planinček - ‬6 min walk - ‪Kavarna Park - ‬5 min walk - ‪Rock Bar Bled - ‬6 min walk - ‪Arroi - ‬4 min walk - ‪Vila Prešeren - ‬8 min walk ## About this property ### Hotel Kompas Upscale family-friendly hotel near Lake Bled At Hotel Kompas, you can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and mini golf. Active travelers can enjoy racquetball/squash at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or steam room, and indulge in a body treatment, a manicure/pedicure, or a massage. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other perks at this hotel include: - An indoor pool and a children's pool - Free self parking - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and smoke-free premises - Barbecue grills, free newspapers, and meeting rooms - Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff Room features All 95 rooms include comforts such as pillow menus and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Hypo-allergenic bedding, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge), and cribs/infant beds (surcharge) - Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1230000/1228400/1228376/a9a3e5f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Lovec Bled - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Spa 8.6 Excellent 531 reviews CA $174 CA $204 total includes taxes & fees Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-13&endDate=2026-01-14&selected=1228376&PinnedHotelID=1228376&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1200000/1196200/1196114/9103e442.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Savica Garni Bled - Breakfast included - Spa - Free WiFi - Restaurant 8.4 Very good 236 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-27&endDate=2025-12-28&selected=1196114&PinnedHotelID=1196114&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1530000/1525000/1524925/e732f1b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bled Rose Hotel Bled - 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Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff ### Business services - 24-hour business center - Computer station - Conference center (753 square feet of space) - Meeting rooms ### Outdoors - Barbecue grill - Garden - Terrace ### Spa - Body scrubs - Facials - Manicures/pedicures - Massage - Spa treatment rooms ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Stair-free path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator ### More - 1 building - 3 floors - Banquet hall - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes - Crib (surcharge) - Hypo-allergenic bedding - Pillow menu - Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge) ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shower/bathtub combination - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Limited room service - Minibar ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Heating - Iron/ironing board on request - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 30 per day Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 5 per day ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.13 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.56 per night for guests aged 7-17 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 7 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 3) - Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night - Service animals are exempt from fees - Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5 per day - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 30 per day - Facilities fee: EUR 10 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property ### Property is also known as Hotel Kompas Hotel Kompas Bled Kompas Bled Kompas Hotel Hotel Kompas Bled Hotel Kompas Hotel Hotel Kompas Hotel Bled ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Hotel Kompas have a pool? ### Is Hotel Kompas pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Hotel Kompas? ### What time is check-out at Hotel Kompas? ### Does Hotel Kompas provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Hotel Kompas located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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