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House Jelena

4.0 star property
Family ski guesthouse with bar/lounge

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Escape to a serene garden oasis with a tranquil atmosphere and lush green surroundings.
Enjoy a meal or drink in a serene outdoor setting surrounded by lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.
Cozy living space with a kitchenette, flat-screen TV, dining table, and sofa.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a refrigerator, sink, coffee maker, and microwave.
Welcome to our reception area, where a cozy desk and potted plant create a warm atmosphere.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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Selište Drežnicko 65a, Rakovica, 47245
  • Plitvice Mall
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Old Town Drežnik
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment (Studio 1)

Relax in this serene bedroom with a large bed, headboard, and a window offering a view of lush greenery.

Deluxe Apartment (Studio 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Apartment (Studio 2)

Relax in a serene space with a neatly made bed, a desk for work, and a large window offering a view.

Superior Apartment (Studio 2)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Rakovica

Plitvice Mall is within a mile (2 km) of House Jelena, and other popular sites like Plitvice Lakes National Park are within a couple of miles (3 km). This 4-room, 4-star guesthouse has a bar/lounge along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free valet parking.
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What's nearby

  • Plitvice Mall - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Plitvice Lakes National Park - 4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Old Town Drežnik - 8 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Veliki Slap Waterfall - 11 min drive - 5.8 miles
  • Barac Caves - 17 min drive - 7.6 miles

Getting around

  • Plaški Station - 39 min drive
  • Zagreb Airport (ZAG) - 118 min drive

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

Family ski guesthouse with bar/lounge
At House Jelena, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a terrace. Free valet and self parking are available—or if you're not driving, take the shuttle from the hotel to the airport (available on request) for EUR 500 per vehicle. Helpful staff can provide tour or ticket assistance, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Other amenities at this ski guesthouse include laundry facilities, barbecue grills, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 80-cm LED TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and memory foam beds with premium bedding and pillow menus ensure a restful night. Sofa beds, private yards, and stovetops are also standard. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

Croatian, English, German

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Airport drop-off shuttle (surcharge) from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM on request
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site
  • Free uncovered extended parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Books
  • Games
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Playground
  • Shopping mall
  • Ski storage
  • Stereo
  • Wine tasting room
  • Wine tours
  • Winery release events

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's toys
  • Dining table
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Trampoline
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • On a lake
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2002
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Day bed
  • Double sofa bed
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 80-cm LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Champagne service
  • Dining table
  • Griddle
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Room service
  • Stovetop

More

  • 3G smartphone data speed
  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free limited smartphone calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Smartphone
  • Unlimited smartphone data usage

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15 per night

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 500 per vehicle
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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 only accepts cash
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting
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
  • Check-in: 1 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
For convenient departures, you can take advantage of the airport drop-off service (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property only accepts cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is 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

Is free cancellation available at House Jelena?

House Jelena offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see around House Jelena?

This guesthouse is located in Rakovica within a short 16-minute walk of Plitvice Mall. You'll also find Plitvice Lakes National Park and Old Town Drežnik within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at House Jelena?

Yes, valet parking, self parking and long-term parking are free at the guesthouse. RV/bus/truck parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does House Jelena feature a casino on the premises?

No, House Jelena doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at House Jelena?

No, there is no indoor pool at this guesthouse.

What do couples enjoy most about House Jelena?

This lakeside guesthouse offers many amenities for couples, including Champagne service as well as a bar and private dining.

Does House Jelena have a hot tub?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a spa tub.

Does House Jelena have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, House Jelena doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will House Jelena allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at House Jelena though service animals are welcome.

Does House Jelena have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this guesthouse.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at House Jelena?

Yes, some accommodations at this guesthouse offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy garden or hill views.

House Jelena Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 89 out of 124 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 124 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 124 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 124 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 124 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rosemary, Port Coquitlam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was spotless and comfortable and in a lovely setting. We did have to pay in cash upon arrival. It says to pay at the property but we thought we would have a card option. Anyone staying should be aware of this. We were staying at the end of April and unfortunately had bad weather. The hosts were making a fire in their home but the chimney was right at our apartment so we were unable to open any of the windows during our stay. I would recommend this place for a stay but just wanted guests to be aware of what we did not expect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cecelia

Lovely stay. We were only there one night, but the owner could not have been nicer!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ikeda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Helpful, friendly hostess. Pleasant surroundings in farm community. Minor privacy issue when. Other houseguests sharingcommon area since very minimal noise barrier.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Darius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Plitvice Lakes Bargain

Great Location close to Plitvice, Parking and nice host who recommended a route for us in the National Park
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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)

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Markus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Shilpa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful small family hotel or home stay. We highly recommend staying here when visiting Plitvice National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Vijay, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice guesthouse, great location

It was a very well maintained guesthouse, well located for people wanting the visit the lakes.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sarah, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Peter, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place to stay when visiting Plitvice Lakes!

Friendly, helpful hosts who offer a nice place to stay at very reasonable rates.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly owners/staff, close to the national park, easy to find, very clean.

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.

10/10 Excellent

Cindi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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!

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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