Don't expect Slovenia to be a cheap option; lodging prices are similar to what you see in Western Europe, and with the euro soaring in value, prices will be particularly painful for Americans. During peak season (July and August), many hotels—particularly those on the coast—are fully booked. Hotels are generally clean, smartly furnished, and well run. Establishments built under communism are often equipped with extras such as saunas and sports facilities but tend to be gargantuan structures lacking in soul. Hotels dating from the turn of the 20th century are more romantic, as are the castle hotels. Over the last decade many hotels have been refurbished and upgraded. More »