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We could talk at length about closed borders and travel restrictions this year, but they have also provided a reason to pay closer attention to traveling within Ukraine.

Fortunately, our country also has plenty of pleasant and even wonderful options for a romantic weekend with a loved one or a vacation with family and friends. This time, Bagston has gathered for you 5 interesting and atmospheric options to stay in the picturesque Carpathians, as nature there is especially beautiful right now.

 

 

1. Stodola Camping

This is not a hotel in the usual sense, nor even a guest house, but… a small camp, equipped with a tent and a cottage with its own territory and relaxation areas. But what a place it is!

It has all the amenities: from Wi-Fi to a kitchen and heating in the house. The outdoor wood-fired bath with water from the mountain river flowing right there, on the camp's territory, deserves special attention. Another advantage to note is that you will be the only guests on the territory, alone with nature and the scenery. The atmosphere and coziness are best described by photos:

 Night tent complex Stodola Camping, where guests enjoy a bright sunset in the fresh air under a beautifully lit wooden pavilion, surrounded by dense forest, creating a cozy atmosphere in nature with exclusive amenities. 

Practical Information:

Location:  Dolinivka Village, Lviv Region.

Capacity:  2-4 adults + 2-3 children.

Google Rating:  4.9 out of 5.

 

 

2. Stara Pravda

If you're not yet ready for camping and getting up close to nature, consider the more classic Stara Pravda hotel near Bukovel. Here you will find cozy rooms for two with a wonderful combination of modern interior and classic Hutsul ornaments (new rooms in building V1), as well as great cottages for 8-12 people (check out the Rotonda cottage with a glass roof in one of the bedrooms, where only the stars are above you!).

 

Interior of a modern and cozy room with modern furniture, a large ethnic rug on the wall, and a combination of contemporary design with classic Hutsul patterns, next to an image of the 'Stara Pravda' hotel near Bukovel, where comfortable cottages for groups are located, with the unique 'Rotonda' cottage having a bedroom with a glass roof, offering a direct view of the stars.

 

The property has 2 outdoor pools with +27 degrees water, 4 jacuzzis, terraces, saunas, 2 restaurants - in short, everything you could wish for a good rest surrounded by incredible landscapes and fresh mountain air.

 

Practical Information:

Location:  Polyanitsa Village, Ivano-Frankivsk Region.

Capacity:  34 double rooms, and 5 cottages for 8-12 guests.

Booking.com Rating:  9.6 out of 10.

 

Luxurious mountain relaxation at the 'Stara Pravda' hotel with a bedroom featuring a glass roof for stargazing, a spacious terrace with a dining area overlooking the picturesque landscape, and a relaxing outdoor jacuzzi where a woman enjoys breathtaking views and fresh mountain air.

 

 

3. Dereva Hotel

Now to cozy mountain houses that you can rent to forget the noise of megacities for a while. Or, perhaps you're working remotely, so why not surround yourself with beautiful nature?

Dereva Hotel is just that, located in a quiet forest, a two-story house with large windows, a thoughtfully modern interior, and all amenities. And a bath on the terrace for maximum relaxation.

 

Photo collage of the peaceful forest surroundings of 'Dereva Hotel': 1) Cozy modern interior with spacious living room and kitchen with large windows and wooden accents, 2) Exterior of a two-story forest house with large glass windows and a balcony, 3) Distant view of the secluded house in a carefree forest, 4) Hot tub on the terrace for maximum relaxation amidst nature.

 

Practical Information:

Location:  Yablunytsia, Ivano-Frankivsk Region

Capacity:  4 guests

Airbnb Rating:  4.96 out of 5.

 

 

4. Cosmos Retreats

If you're a fan of minimalism, there's a perfect place for you amidst the mountain meadows.

In the modern two-bedroom house, there are all amenities, a terrace, and a barbecue area surrounded by forest and nature. This option is perfect for those who want to stay close to the city but also enjoy solitude at the same time.

 

Modern minimalist house with two bedrooms at Cosmos Retreats with all amenities, a terrace, and a barbecue area, located in the forest, offering secluded but city-close nature retreats, shown in both a calm nighttime setting and a snowy winter landscape.

 

Practical Information:

Location:  25 km from Lviv, Maidan village, Lviv region.

Capacity:  4-6 guests;

 

The interior of Cosmos Retreats with minimalist design, cozy attic bedroom, skylight, wooden terrace with seating areas overlooking the natural landscape, comfortable living room with starry ceiling lights, and a clean-lined kitchen with a view of the surrounding forest, suitable for those looking for proximity to the city while enjoying solitude in nature.

 

 

5. Eco-Hotel Faina Hata

And to close our list, let's add a bit of Hutsul character. Faina Hata is a wonderful embodiment of a combination of good, modern taste and traditional ethnic elements in the interior.

There are 3 rooms to choose from, all with a fireplace for warming and a balcony with views and fresh air. There is a shared kitchen, and a sauna is also available for guests.

 

The rustic charm of the eco-hotel 'Faina Hata' includes a bedroom with a wooden headboard and colorful bedding with ethnic patterns, a living room with a traditional fireplace and dining area with natural lighting, ethnic wall wallpapers, and handmade wooden furniture, embodying a combination of modern taste with traditional Hutsul character, as well as fireplaces and balconies, offering stunning views and fresh air, a shared kitchen, and a sauna for guests.

 

Practical Information:

Location:  Yasinya village, Zakarpattia region.

Capacity:  3-4 guests per room;

Booking.com Rating:  9.3