House Jelena

4.0 star property
Ski guesthouse with ski shuttle, near Plitvice Mall

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DELUXE APARTMAN (Studio1) | Microwave
Exterior
Terrace/patio
DELUXE APARTMAN (Studio1) | Premium bedding, down comforters, memory foam beds, in-room safe
DELUXE APARTMAN (Studio1) | In-room dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Ski facilities
    Ski facilities
  • Laundry facilities
    Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ski storage
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Area shuttle
  • Ski shuttle
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Self-serve laundry
Feel at home
  • Children stay free
  • Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Playground on site
  • Stovetop
  • Television
  • Garden

Room options

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Comfort Apartment

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 323 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

DELUXE APARTMAN (Studio1)

Highlights

Yard
Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Selište Drežničko 65a, Rakovica, 47245

What's nearby

  • Plitvice Mall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Old Town Drežnik - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Veliki Slap Waterfall - 12 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Barac Caves - 15 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • Zagreb Airport (ZAG) - 118 min drive
  • Plaški Station - 39 min drive
  • Bihac Station - 42 min drive
  • Licko Lesce Station - 73 min drive
  • Airport drop-off service
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Buffet Kozjačka Draga - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Bistro Kupaliste - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Buffet Slap - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tourist Point - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Poljana - ‬12 min drive

About this property

House Jelena

House Jelena features a ski shuttle and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Plitvice Lakes National Park. Free perks like WiFi, valet parking, and self parking mean guests have more money for fun in the snow. Other features include a bar/lounge, a terrace, and a garden. Skiers will appreciate access to ski storage.

Languages

Croatian, English, German

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 4 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
  • Contactless check-in available
  • Express check-out available
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Check-out time is 10 AM
  • Contactless check-out available
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property
  • The host will greet guests on arrival
  • If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required

Children

  • Up to 2 children (4 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free uncovered onsite self parking
  • Free uncovered onsite valet parking
  • Free uncovered onsite extended parking
  • Onsite RV/bus/truck parking (fees apply)

Transfers

  • Airport drop off from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM*

Offsite

  • Area shuttle*
  • Ski shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Private picnics
  • Room service

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Playground
  • Trampoline
  • Children's games
  • Toys

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Ziplining nearby

Services

  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bike cleaning
  • Bike storage
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2002
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Bicycle parking
  • Traditional architecture

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Ski

  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski storage
  • Downhill skiing nearby

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 80-cm LED TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Crib/infant bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • Yard

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Smartphone with 3G data speed, unlimited data usage and limited free calls
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Stovetop
  • Griddle
  • Blender
  • Dining table

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October - 31 March, EUR 1.80 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.90 per night for guests aged 12-17 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 30 September, EUR 2.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 1.00 per night for guests aged 12-17 years old. This tax does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 500 per vehicle
  • Area shuttle and ski shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a first aid kit on site.
This property only accepts cash.

Also known as

House Jelena
House Jelena House
House Jelena House Seliste Dreznicko
House Jelena Seliste Dreznicko
House Jelena Rakovica
Jelena Rakovica
House Jelena Guesthouse Rakovica
House Jelena Guesthouse
House Jelena Rakovica
House Jelena Guesthouse
House Jelena Guesthouse Rakovica

Frequently asked questions

Does House Jelena offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, House Jelena does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at House Jelena?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at House Jelena?
Yes, there's free self, valet, and extended parking. RV/bus/truck parking is available.
Is airport shuttle service offered by House Jelena?
Yes, a shuttle from the hotel to the airport is available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request. The charge is EUR 500 per vehicle.
What are the check-in and check-out times at House Jelena?
Check-in start time: 1 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at House Jelena and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking and hunting. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
Does House Jelena have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a yard.
What's the area around House Jelena like?
House Jelena is located by the river, a short 16-minute walk from Plitvice Mall.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

House Jelena was perfect for our stay at Plitvice Lake. Very modern studio apartment. We totally loved Jelena, who is a lovely host. She shared many tips for visiting Plitvice Lake. Jelena even made coffee for us in the morning and she was very nice with my kids. I highly recommend House Jelena to everyone.
Sandeep, 1-night trip
Verified Orbitz guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely stay. We were only there one night, but the owner could not have been nicer!
Cecelia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay
The room was clean and equipped well. It was 12min drive from the National park entrance 1. The owner was very kind. We wish we stayed here longer.
Ikeda, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly host and a very nice room for our 4 person family. Just what we needed after a long day of walking in Plitvice National Park. We also got pizza take away from the closest pizzaria... extremely good pizza. Thanks for a good stay.
Louise, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Helpful, friendly hostess. Pleasant surroundings in farm community. Minor privacy issue when. Other houseguests sharingcommon area since very minimal noise barrier.
Craig, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful homely start.
Lovely people, very nice room. Excellent cooking facilities shared with other guests, though we had it to ourselves when we stayed - the other guests ate out. Note that you need a car (or possibly use taxis) to get to Plitvice.
Geoffrey, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hostess, location is 10 min drive to Plitvice Park Entrance 1, Two minute drive to delicious restaurant near by (Hotel Dalmatic) Restaurant), Quiet and scenic, Organic breakfast, balcony overlooking mountains
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortably accommodating
Jelena was a very comforting and welcoming host...made us feel right at home :) She was very helpful, her place very homey, clean, and comfortable... Her home just a short, easy, 6 minute drive down the road to Plitvicke Lakes.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Plitvice Lakes Bargain
Great Location close to Plitvice, Parking and nice host who recommended a route for us in the National Park
Darius, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly owner nice place to stay
It was a nice place to stay, the lady was very helpful, it had full cooking facilities and coffee and tea.As my reasons for staying here was to get to Plitvice Lakes N.P early in the morning the man drove up €10 it is a 4/5 km up hill.(early not many people their)
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10/10 Exceptional

I only needed a quick place to stay near the national park and this was a perfect pick. I got lucky and there was nobody else in the other rooms so I had the bathroom to myself. It was very quiet and in a charming little farm town which I loved. The hosts were friendly and I didn't need much so no real comments there but check in and out was easy. The only issue I had was it was a bit difficult to find the place because my GPS wasn't quite accurate with the address given so maybe giving some instructions on how to get there from the main road and what to do once you get there (I was knocking on random doors until I found the right one) would be nice. Otherwise a great place to stay.
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8/10 Very Good

Nice place, but not perfect for us
We stayed here 1 night while visiting the park. Very friendly people, clean, well kept home, good location to the park. Unfortunately we have 2 complaints though. The walls are thin, and we could easily hear the other guests talking. And there was a no drinking sign posted in our room (as well as the shared kitchen space). I can completely understand the no smoking sign. But 2 adults sharing a bottle of wine in any room they rent should not be prohibited.
Kimberly, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly guest house near Plitvice
This guest house is slightly off the main road to Plitvice from the North, easy to get to and close to this national park. The room was comfortable, the staff very friendly, the breakfast fairly large (separate fee), and the area very quiet (if you don't mind the rooster in the morning). We would come back here.
Markus, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Shilpa, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful small family hotel or home stay. We highly recommend staying here when visiting Plitvice National Park.
roger, 2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice guesthouse, great location
It was a very well maintained guesthouse, well located for people wanting the visit the lakes.
Vijay, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Guest house!
We stayed at House Jelena for two nights while going to visit Plitvice National Park which was a short drive away. It was a great experience. One of the best places we stayed at throughout our trip. Very clean and comfy. The yard and flowers were beautiful. Jelena and her mother in law were very friendly. They had a cute kitten outside to play with. They had breakfast available for purchase and it was wonderful; coffee, bread, yogurt, cheese, deli meat, and fresh eggs from the chickens outside. The guesthouse was located off of a quiet street so there was no noise from cars and it was very nice to take a walk around. There's a shared kitchen and fridge for guests.
Sarah, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place to stay when visiting Plitvice Lakes!
Friendly, helpful hosts who offer a nice place to stay at very reasonable rates.
Peter, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

House Jelena
House Jelena was a great choice! Only a 10 minute drive to the Plitvice Lakes and surrounded by beautiful scenery! Waking up to roosters howling wasn't too bad, a nice change in culture that I found to appreciate! The house is located on a nice plot of land, perfect for relaxing after a long hike. I didn't have the breakfast, although, I can imagine it would be with fresh eggs from their chickens; another aspect of the culture of that area that I really enjoyed. Jelena was warm and welcoming and the rooms were amazing!
Randall, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

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8/10 Very Good

Friendly owners/staff, close to the national park, easy to find, very clean.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

My girlfriend and I had a great time at House Jelena. Jelena was very kind and helpful. When she found out that we did not rent a car, she offered to pick us up and drop us off at the national park and various restaurants for half the price of the typical, overpriced taxi fee in this tourist area. She and her husband invited us to join them and their friends and family for lunch, whereby her husband cooked us traditional Croatian goulash (stew) made of veal and wild boar meat he hunted himself. Jelena is a great baker. Her Croatian custard cake was to-die-for! They treated us like family and we felt like we just waved goodbye to a family member when we checked out and Jelena bid us farewell at the bus station.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

A Charmer!
This lively house has an attic area that is converted to cozy rooms for guests. There is a communal bathroom, kitchen area and dining area. Jelena, the owner is very hospitable and helpful and serves a lovely breakfast each day to guests for about $7 each. She is also very helpful with tourist information. We enjoyed our stay there!
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8/10 Very Good

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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful guest house close to Plitvice
House Jelena is a lovely guest house close to the Plitvice Lakes national park. We stayed here for a night before exploring the park the next day. It's a beautiful and comfortable house with good self-catering facilities. The landlady, Jelena, is very sweet and helpful and even gave us a little bowl of home-made plum jam to enjoy after our dinner. Highly recommend!!
Verified Expedia guest review