TOP 8 most visited campsites in Slovakia by the water
For summer 2026, we have reviewed the selection again and added other areas that make sense during the main season. Some have an aquapark or thermal pool as the main attraction, others a dam, a pool right in the campsite or calmer natural water. Each campsite offers a slightly different type of summer holiday, from a full-day programme for children to swimming, trips and evening sitting by the caravan.
It is this diversity that makes Slovak campsites interesting for summer 2026 – someone is looking for attractions and entertainment for children, someone else is looking for peace and quiet by the shore and their own caravan. In this selection you will find both and you can choose according to what you really expect from a holiday by the water.
Mara Camping - Liptovská Mara Reservoir
Mara Camping is located right on the shores Liptovská Mary, one of the most sought-after locations in northern Slovakia. The combination of water, space and functional facilities makes it a place where people return repeatedly. In this year's reviews Top Camping Slovakia 2026 also placed on 2nd place, which only confirms its long-term popularity.
The area works simply – you arrive, park your caravan or stay in a cabin and in no time you are by the water. Without unnecessary complications, but with what you realistically expect from a campsite by the water.
Character of accommodation and facilities
✔ Accommodation: equipped cottages, mobile homes, apartments
✔ For caravanners and tents: places for motorhomes, areas for your own tents
✔ Facilities on the premises: meals at the campsite, facilities for children
✔ Next: accommodation with a dog – YES, opening hours 1.05 – 30.09
Camp Pacho – campsite with swimming pool near Prievidza
Camp Pacho is located in the village of Velká Čausa in the district Prievidza and is one of the areas where you can combine classic camping with swimming right on site. An outdoor pool is part of the complex, so families with children don't have to go anywhere for water and have a program practically at hand during the day.
Another advantage is the location between Prievidza and Bojnice. If you don't want to spend your entire stay just by the pool, you can go to Bojnice, to the castle, to the zoo or on other trips around Horní Nitra. Camp Pacho thus functions as a base for swimming, family vacations and exploring the surroundings.
The facilities are prepared for different types of guests – Places for tents and caravans are complemented by log cabins, cottages and roomsThe complex also includes the Koliba Pacho restaurant, children's facilities, minigolf and an area for evening seating.
Character of accommodation and facilities
✓ Accommodation: log cabins, rooms, places for your own tents
✓ For caravanners and tents: caravan sites, areas for tents, electrical connections
✓ Facilities on the premises: outdoor pool, Koliba Pacho restaurant, children's playground, mini golf
✓ Info: suitable for families with children, trips to Prievidza and Bojnice, campsite open year-round
Cottage settlement Vincov les - Swimming pool Sládkovičovo
Vincov les is one of those areas where you have thermal swimming practically without a problem - the campsite is located right on the area. Sládkovičovo thermal swimming pool, so the pools are just a few steps away from the accommodation. This is the main reason why people come back here – a simple combination of water, facilities and accessibility.
The advantage is that you don't just stay at the pools. There are other activities in the area - just a few kilometers from the complex there is Kráľová water reservoir, which expands the possibilities of swimming and trips outside the camp itself. Thanks to this, it works not only for relaxation, but also as a base for shorter trips around the area.
The resort operates year-round and maintains a stable standard – accommodation in cabins is complemented by places for tents and caravans, so you can choose according to your style of stay. Typically, families with children, caravanners and people who want to combine thermal baths with a quieter environment head here.
Character of accommodation and facilities
✔ Accommodation: cabins for 4 people with the possibility of an extra bed
✔ For caravanners and tents: caravan sites (also for motorhomes), areas for your own tents
✔ Facilities on the premises: meals at the campsite, facilities for children, accommodation with a swimming pool
✔ Info: open all year round, accommodation with dogs – YES, suitable for group stays and family celebrations
Thermal park Dunajská streda - Southern Slovakia
Thermal park Danube Wednesday is one of the most distinctive areas in southern Slovakia and it is no surprise that it cannot be missing from the selection. On the contrary – in this year's poll Top Camping Slovakia 2026 he became winner, which only confirms its strong position among campsites focused on swimming and relaxation.
The area is built around the thermal pools, which are the main attraction of the whole place. In one place you have a combination of swimming, relaxation and facilities that work for both short stops and longer stays. Thanks to the size and layout, it does not feel crowded even in the season, which is quite important for similar areas.
A big advantage is the variability of accommodation – from equipped cottages and apartments until places for tents and caravans, so you can choose according to your holiday style. Typically, families with children, caravanners and visitors who want to combine thermal water with comfortable facilities without complications head here.
Character of accommodation and facilities
✔ Accommodation: cottages, mobile homes, apartments, rooms
✔ For caravanners and tents: caravan sites (also for motorhomes), areas for your own tents
✔ Facilities on the premises: thermal pools, catering, facilities for children
✔ Info: open all year round, accommodation with dogs – YES, suitable for group stays and family celebrations
Camping Oravice - Western Tatras
Camping Oravice is located in the heart of Orava, directly below the Western Mountains. Tatras v Žilina Region and is one of the northernmost campsites in Slovakia. It is no coincidence that this year it was included in the TOP 3 best rated campsites in Slovakia – it combines year-round operation, space and strong facilities in the surrounding area.
The complex is built simply – a large grassy area for tents and caravans, supplemented by cabins and bungalows, without unnecessary complications. The advantage is the slightly sloping terrain, so you don't have to worry about puddles after rain, which will be especially appreciated by caravanners.
It is important to clarify – you will not find a swimming pool directly on the campsite. But in practice this does not matter, because there is one just a short distance away. Meander Thermal Aquapark Oravice, which operates year-round and offers thermal pools and relaxation facilities. Thanks to this, you can enjoy swimming without the campsite being crowded with water attractions.
Character of accommodation and facilities
✔ Accommodation: cottages, bungalows
✔ For caravanners and tents: caravan sites (also for motorhomes), areas for your own tents
✔ Facilities on the premises: sanitary facilities, hot water showers, kitchenette, fireplace
✔ Info: open all year round, accommodation with a dog – YES, suitable for a quieter stay in nature
Camping Margita – Ilona, Levice
Camp Margita – Ilona is located in the south of Slovakia in Levice district and is one of the larger recreational areas with a direct connection to water. It is no coincidence that it regularly features in the selections of the best-rated campsites - it combines classic camping with a swimming pool and strong facilities for the summer season.
The main attraction is thermal pools and swimming pools, which forms the center of the entire area. In the season, it comes alive here - water, sports and an overall active atmosphere make this place a good choice for those who don't just want to sit by the tent, but want to have a program right on site.
The variability of accommodation is also an advantage – in addition to equipped cottages and bungalows Here you will also find plenty of space for caravans and own tents, so you can choose according to your style of stay. The campsite has long been popular with families with children, groups or caravanners.
Character of accommodation and facilities
✔ Accommodation: cottages, bungalows
✔ For caravanners and tents: caravan sites (with hookups), areas for your own tents
✔ Facilities on the premises: thermal pools, swimming pools, sports facilities, catering
✔ Info: seasonal operation, accommodation with dogs – YES, suitable for families and groups
Recreation area Goralský dvor - Pieniny
Goralský dvor is located in the Pieniny Mountains under the Haligovské rocks and is aimed mainly at those looking for a quieter setting in nature with an extension to the mountains. It is not a classic "water camp", but rather a combination of accommodation, a smaller area and a good starting point for hiking, cycling trips or winter stays.
The resort offers equipped cabins and possibility of camping and caravans, so you can choose according to your style of stay. Thanks to its smaller capacity, it doesn't seem crowded and maintains a more intimate atmosphere, which will be especially appreciated by families or smaller groups.
There is no large swimming pool in the area, but there is a smaller pool for refreshing yourself, which is more than enough in the summer. Rather than water attractions, it is about the peace, facilities and location - ideal as a base for trips to the Pieniny and the Dunajec area.
Character of accommodation and facilities
✓ Accommodation: equipped cottages, holiday cottage Eva
✓ For caravanners and tents: areas for caravans and your own tents
✓ Facilities on the premises: restaurant, common room, smaller swimming pool, children's playground, mini zoo, chess, pedal carts
✓ Info: seasonal operation (5–10), accommodation with dogs – YES, suitable for families and groups, bikers
✓ Bonus: owners rafting on the Dunajec River, possibility of transport by minibus
Liptovia resort area - Low Tatras
Last but not least, we cannot leave out Liptovia Resort, which concludes our overview of campsites and accommodation in Slovakia. Unlike classic campsites by the water, it focuses more on peace, space and the mountain environment of the Low Tatras, which makes it an interesting alternative for those who want to combine nature with more comfortable facilities.
The complex is located on the outskirts of the village of Liptovská Porúbka and consists of detached holiday homes, which offers more privacy than regular camping. This is what families or smaller groups who want their own peace and quiet without the hustle and bustle of larger areas will appreciate.
Even though it is not a typical "water camp", the advantage is the location - within a short driving distance you can reach both k Liptovské Mare, as well as to water parks such as Tatralandia or Besenova, so you won't miss out on swimming during your stay.
Character of accommodation and facilities
✔ Accommodation: equipped mountain holiday homes
✔ For families and groups: ideal for families with children and smaller parties
✔ Facilities on the premises: privacy, parking at the property, outdoor seating
✔ Info: open all year round, accommodation with a dog – YES, quieter location
Slovak campsites by the water offer more than just one solution - in some places the water park and services dominate, in others the peace by the dam or smaller areas with their own swimming pool. It is this diversity that gives you the opportunity to choose exactly according to whether you are looking for an active holiday or more relaxation by the water.
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