Upper Smokovec
A village in the Tatras, where the mountain climate has helped heal generations
Year the settlement was founded
Location of the Children's Baths
Start of Spa Treatment
The highest-altitude spa for children and teenagers in Slovakia
Horný Smokovec began to develop around a spot known as Pekná vyhliadka. Starting in 1926, family-run guesthouses, small sanatoriums, and medical facilities gradually began to appear here. Today, it is a peaceful Tatra village offering lodging, good transportation access, and proximity to the tourist center of Starý Smokovec.
The most significant facility in the village is the Horný Smokovec Spa, founded in 1928 by Dr. Jan Opatrný and his wife Zdenka. It is the highest-altitude spa for children and adolescents in Slovakia. Treatment is intended for patients aged 3 to 19 with respiratory diseases and allergies. It is based on climatotherapy, which utilizes clean mountain air, sunlight, and the beneficial high-altitude environment.
What We Offer
What do you need to know before you arrive?
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You must arrange your therapeutic stay in advance in accordance with the spa’s current policies. Before your arrival, please gather the required medical documentation and confirm your check-in date, the length of your stay, and the list of items you’ll need.
Children can participate in a therapeutic stay either on their own or accompanied by a parent. The spa complex includes a preschool and an elementary school, allowing children to continue their schoolwork during longer stays.
Horný Smokovec is accessible by car, bus, and the Tatra Electric Railway. Thanks to its proximity to Starý Smokovec, you can combine your stay with a visit to Hrebienok, the ground cable car, hiking trails, and other Tatra attractions.
Where to Stay in the Area
Plan a comfortable stay—choose accommodations near this location and enjoy the region to the fullest without unnecessary travel.
Where to Eat in the Area
From traditional Tatra mountain huts to modern restaurants with mountain views—discover the local cuisine and plan where you’ll treat yourself to a well-deserved break with a good meal after your trip.
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Poprad
-2°C
Clear
Lomnický štít
-9°C
Clear
Tatranská Lomnica
-2°C
Mostly clear
Starý Smokovec
0°C
Clear
Hrebienok
-1°C
Mostly clear
Štrbské Pleso
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Mostly clear
Skalnaté pleso
-2°C
Mostly clear
Solisko
-3°C
Mostly clear
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