Water Parks in Slovakia

In the past I used to hate water parks. I didn’t feel comfortable in swimwear and I had to wear my glasses all the time – it did suck!

But now, after fixing my eyesight and getting to know Slovak thermal pools, I've actually started enjoying visits to aqua parks. A lot!

Let's have a look at the best water parks in Slovakia!

Water parks in Slovakia

Before you dive into the water park in Slovakia, check also our other travel guides:

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Good to know

Our recent weekend trip to Oravice in the Western Tatra Mountains gave me inspiration to write about all the Slovak thermal pools we've visited so far.

To be honest, there are not many differences between them - we liked them all.

Here are a few things which all these water parks in Slovakia have in common:

✅ They’re fun for people of all ages. Solo travelers, couples or families with kids - everyone will find something for themselves there.

✅ They're the best places in the world to go to after a day spent on hiking or skiing.

✅ Each one of them has got hot thermal pools, jacuzzis, water massages, slides and artificial waves.

✅ All of the below listed places offer amazing views of the Tatra Mountains.

✅ Water parks in Slovakia are rather crowded, especially in high season and on weekends. It's best to visit on weekdays, in the morning or after 8 PM.

✅ They're quite expensive – pleasure costs!

1. Meander Aquapark in Oravice

Oravice is small but picturesque village in the Western Tatra Mountains. It's located close to hiking trails. I consider Oravice a great getaway, perfect to escape the crowds and hustle of everyday life.

Meander Water Park is best for couples and solo families. Why don't I recommend it to families with kids?

It's the smallest of all the water parks mentioned in this guide. There's only one slide. We were there before kids-era and I appreciated the off-the-beaten-path atmosphere and thermal pools. It was a fantastic experience to relax in warm bubbly water after a day spent on the slope.

To be honest, I like this place more than other, bigger water parks – it’s less crowded, more peaceful and enough to relax and get rid of muscle sores.

But I'm not planning to visit Meander Water Park with our kids, they would quickly get bored.

Another advantage of Meander Park is that there’s a ski resort right next to the pools and you can easily combine skiing with thermal pools. It's possible to get one ticket for both which is a nice bargain, especially comparing to other water parks in Slovakia.

You may check the ticket prices and the opening hours on their website here.

If you would like to stay in the Meander Park Resort in Oravice you can check the hotel here:

2. Gino Paradise in Bešeňová

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Bešeňová is a popular tourist resort located in the Žilina Region. It's a picturesque village offering amazing view on Tatra mountains.

Gino Paradise, also known as Bešeňová Water Park or simply Bešeňová. It's located in the beautiful Liptov region. It utilizes natural geothermal waters, reaching temperatures of up to 39°C.

This one is definitely big. There are six water slides, indoor and outdoor pools with hot mineral water, jacuzzis, artificial waves, swimming pool, restaurants, etc. However, the most interesting (and original) area is the adrenaline zone. I liked it the most! There's climbing wall from which you can jump into pool with high waves. Now that’s what I call fun!

There’s another thing which singles out this aquapark – Bešeňová Water Park has an outdoor pool with brown, turbid water which smells. It may not look very inviting but it does good to your health.

You may check the ticket prices and the opening hours on their website here.

If you'd like to stay in the water park's hotel check out Hotel Galeria Thermal Bešeňová. The hotel price includes all-day water park access and GOPASS card.

3. AquaCity in Poprad

Poprad is the biggest city in the Tatra Mountains region. It's a great place for skiing and hiking, and it's also located close to the medieval Spiš Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

AquaCity Poprad is my favorite probably because it was romantic, “only-the-two-of-us” visit. I also liked the building which looks more like a Google headquarters than a waterpark! 😉

It offers loads of water attractions (swimming pool included). I’d recommend it especially to families with children, as there’s the biggest children fun zone I’ve ever seen.

If you're not travelling with kids, no worries - there's a great wellness center which includes saunas, steam baths, and a cryotherapy center. There’s also a spa offering massages and treatments.

I especially liked the Blue Diamond pools. It's a section with luxurious pools featuring underwater lights, massage jets, and a bar.

You may check the ticket prices and the opening hours on their website here.

If you'd like to stay in the AquaCity Poprad's hotel you may check it out below:

4. Tatralandia in Liptovský Mikuláš

Liptovský Mikuláš is a small town situated close to the Low Tatra National Park. It's a scenic mountain range with the highest peak Ďumbier reaching 2043 metres.

Tatralandia is the largest water park in Slovakia and one of the biggest in Central Europe.

Besides thermal pools, this water park offers lots and lots of attractions.

Here are some attractions you will find there:

Water slides - if you like waterslides, you need to go there – Tatralandia has the biggest slides and toboggans I’ve ever seen. There's over 30 water slides!
Indoor Tropical Paradise - a large indoor area featuring tropical-themed pools, water attractions, and artificial palm trees, making it ideal for year-round visits.
Outdoor pools - this section includes large pools, wave pools, and a lazy river.
Wellness & Spa - saunas, steam rooms, massages, and relaxation zones.
Surfing - this aqua park offers indoor surfing on an artificial wave. It's one of the few places in Slovakia where you can try this activity.

Tip for skiers: you can combine Tatralandia ticket with the GOPASS card which gives you a discount.

You may check the ticket prices and the opening hours on their website here.

If you'd like to stay in Tatralandia water park's hotel, check out the below option:

5. AQUAPARK Senec

Aquapark Senec is located just 30 km from Bratislava which makes it a perfect option for a day trip from the capital. It's also located very close to the Sunny Lakes (Slovak: Slnečné jaziera) - a popular holiday resort.

This water park also uses thermal water and offers six pools year-round, with five more open in summer. It has attractions like a water umbrella, jets, whips, and a geyser. There's a 25-meter pool for swimming, a lazy river, and sports fields. You can slide down the Aqua Fun, Green & Blue Speed, or Mississippi slides from a tower (this was my favourite!).

For relaxation, there's the SAI Wellness Senec with saunas, massages, beauty treatments, and whirlpools. I enjoyed also the cocktail bar and palm garden.

I like this water park but it has a drawback - there are no mountain views.

You may check the ticket prices and the opening hours on their website here. Unfortunately, at the moment, the website is available only in Slovak language but you may use the Google translator.

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