Kranj is the largest town in the
Upper Carniola and the fourth largest town in Slovenia. It is situated on a rocky prominence between two alpine rivers – Kokra and Sava. Kranj represents an important cultural, economic and sports centre of Gorenjska. The
old town centre has been protected as a cultural monument since 1983, because of its rich cultural and historical sights. In the old town are the most important attractions Town Hall, Presern's house, Pavslar's house, Petrcek's house, the Church of St. Kanzian and Comrades, castle Khislstein, Mitnica house, the Rosary Church with Plecnik's arcades and many other. In this part is also interesting the
Canyon of River Kokra and the panoramic view on Pungert.
The outskirts of the Kranj has many cultural and natural attractions, diverse cuisine and attractive cycling, hiking and recreational trails. Visitors can also visit
Brdo near Kranj,
Preddvor,
Trboje Lake, go to the smaller hill
St. Jost above Kranj or
Smarjetna gora Hill and refresh by the
Sum Waterfall.
Kranj does not have many hotel accommodation. In the highest category are the Hotel Kokra and the Hotel Actum with four stars. The
Hotel Actum is located in the old town centre in Kranj. It is a luxury boutique hotel, which is designed in the romantic baroque style. It is the first hotel in Slovenia, through which is possible to walk and see the history of cars. Guests can enjoy 24-hour reception, souvenir shop, restaurant, summer garden, transport from the airport and back, as well as organized trips to Slovenia and other. The
Hotel Kokra is a business hotel, which is located at the edge of the park Brdo. The hotel is characterized by a high level of service, comfort, professional and friendly staff, wide range of rooms, congress centre, rich culinary offer and many other. Guests can relax in the modern wellness centre Spring Brdo. Beside these hotels are also available the
Hotel Bellevue, the
Hotel Creina, the
Hotel Azul and others.
Beside hotel accommodation Kranj also offers the cheap accommodation in hostels, apartments and private rooms. The budget hostel is the
Hostel Cukrarna, which has a wonderful view to Canyon of River Kokra and others. The budget rooms and appartments are the
Bed and Breakfast Valjavec,
Bed and Breakfast Na Poljani and others. So, there is no problem, you can find budget accomodation also in amazing Kranj.