Devil's Mill Hotel

7.0
Very Good
(288 reviews)

Špičák 132, 340 04 Železná Ruda, Czechia

+420 602 707 075

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Hotel Description

Located in the picturesque mountain town of Železná Ruda, the Devil's Mill Hotel is a perfect retreat for those seeking both adventure and relaxation. Situated at Špičák 132, 340 04 Železná Ruda, Czechia, the hotel offers direct access to stunning hiking and biking trails, making it an ideal choice for outdoor enthusiasts. Just a 14-minute walk from both the Špičák train station and the nearest ski lifts, guests can enjoy easy access to various transportation options. The hotel is surrounded by breathtaking natural landscapes, creating a peaceful ambiance that invites guests to unwind. For those interested in winter sports, the Špičák Ski Resort is nearby, offering skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities. The hotel's design is unpretentious yet charming, blending seamlessly with the rustic mountain setting, creating a welcoming environment for all guests.
The rooms at Devil's Mill Hotel are spacious and airy, offering a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Each room comes equipped with modern amenities such as TVs, minifridges, and complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring that guests stay connected throughout their visit. Some rooms even feature balconies, providing a perfect vantage point to enjoy the stunning countryside views. Whether you are traveling solo, as a couple, or with family, the rooms are designed to accommodate a variety of needs and preferences, offering the perfect blend of comfort and practicality.
In terms of amenities, the Devil's Mill Hotel stands out with its range of facilities designed to enhance your stay. Guests can start their day with a delicious breakfast buffet, which is included in the room rate. The hotel also boasts a casual restaurant with a terrace, where you can enjoy local cuisine and scenic views. For relaxation, there is a cozy bar with a fireplace, offering a perfect spot to unwind after a day of outdoor adventures. The hotel also features an indoor pool and a sauna (for an additional fee), providing a serene space to relax and rejuvenate. A kids' play area and a game room make this hotel family-friendly, ensuring that younger guests are entertained during their stay. Pets are also welcome for an additional surcharge, allowing everyone to enjoy their stay at this charming mountain retreat.
Transportation to and from the hotel is convenient, with several public transport options nearby. Václav Havel Airport in Prague is about a 2-hour drive away, and taxis are readily available for direct transfers. Alternatively, public transportation offers a more budget-friendly option, with travel times ranging from 6 to 7 hours. For those coming by train, the Špičák train station is only a 14-minute walk from the hotel, while other local stations, such as Bayerisch Eisenstein, are within a short taxi ride. For exploring the surrounding area, guests can easily reach popular attractions like Großer Arber, Černé jezero, and Pancíř with quick car or public transport rides.
The hotel takes the health and safety of its guests seriously, implementing rigorous cleaning and hygiene protocols to ensure a safe environment during your stay. With a smoke-free policy and commitment to providing a clean and comfortable space, you can relax knowing your well-being is prioritized.
In addition to the numerous recreational opportunities around the hotel, guests will find plenty to do nearby. Enjoy hiking through the beautiful forests, exploring the mountain peaks, or visiting the nearby lakes, such as Černé jezero and Čertovo jezero. During the winter months, skiing and snowboarding at Špičák Ski Resort are the top activities. The surrounding area also hosts seasonal events and festivals that add to the area's charm.
Some of the must-see attractions near the Devil's Mill Hotel include Großer Arber, a mountain known for its picturesque views and hiking trails (28 minutes by car), Černé jezero, a serene lake surrounded by walking paths (20 minutes by car), and Pancíř, where visitors can take a chairlift to the summit for a stunning view (8 minutes by car). Guests will also enjoy exploring Špičák, a popular mountain with a large ski resort (16 minutes by car) and Čertovo jezero, a glacier lake with hiking trails (12 minutes by car).
For dining options, there are several top-notch restaurants nearby, such as Restaurant U Hasičů, which offers Czech cuisine with a twist, and the Hotel Nelly Kelly's, known for its warm ambiance and hearty meals. Other nearby dining spots include Na Rozcestí, serving traditional Czech dishes, and Restaurace Penzion U Tří Ryb, which is perfect for a cozy meal after a day on the slopes.
Whether you're looking to explore the surrounding nature or simply relax at the hotel, the Devil's Mill Hotel offers an unforgettable experience for all guests. With its beautiful setting, welcoming atmosphere, and excellent amenities, it’s the perfect choice for your next getaway in the Czech mountains.

The Most Outstanding Trait

1. 4-minute drive to Špičácké sedlo for hiking and skiing

2. One of the few hotels in the area with a restaurant offering local cuisine

3. Breakfast buffet included with high guest satisfaction

4. Indoor pool and sauna available for relaxation

5. Pet-friendly hotel, welcoming pets for an additional fee

6. Walking distance to Špičák train station and ski lifts

7. Casual, cozy bar with fireplace perfect for après-ski

8. Kid-friendly facilities including a play area and game room

9. Rooms with balconies offering countryside views

10. Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel


7.6 Very Good

Location rating

Top sights

Großer Arber
28 min
Černé jezero
20 min
Špičák
16 min
Čertovo jezero
12 min
Pancíř
8 min
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Good to know

Check-in14:00
Check-out10:00
Location rating7.6
Nearest airportVáclav Havel Airport Prague
Travel time to airport2 hr 6 min

Location

Špičák 132, 340 04 Železná Ruda, Czechia

Airports:

Václav Havel Airport Prague

Taxi: 2 hr 6 min

Transit: 6 hr 15 min

Transit:

Zelezna Ruda Spicak zel.st.rozc. 0/5 (CZ), Tschech

Walking: 14 min

Bayerisch Eisenstein

Taxi: 6 min

Walking: 58 min

Železná Ruda, Špičák, Jezerka

Walking: 3 min


Nearby locations

7.6

Very Good Location

Featuring direct access to hiking and biking trails, this casual, mountain hotel is a 14-minute walk from both Špičák train station and the nearest ski lifts.


Amenities and Facilities

Services

Front desk

Housekeeping

Pets

Pet-friendly

Parking & transportation

Parking

Policies & payments

Smoke-free property

Credit cards

Debit cards

Food & drink

Restaurant

Breakfast

Breakfast buffet

Wellness

No fitness center

Sauna

No spa

Children

Kid-friendly

Internet

Wi-Fi

Pools

Pool

No hot tub


Reviews

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7.0

81 reviews

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Adam Hanzlík

5/5
We have been coming here for several years for swimming lessons with school-aged children. Clean everywhere, nice rooms, excellent cuisine and a large heated indoor pool is an ideal combination for swimming lessons. Nice staff in the kitchen and the manager of the hotel, with whom we always have a great agreement on everything. In addition, the beautiful nature of Šumava. In short, we always like to come back here! Thank you for your care!

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Jolana Hladká

5/5
A pleasant, quiet hotel, well-equipped rooms (TV, fridge, large storage spaces, restrooms), everywhere clean, a room with a ping-pong table - great. Good food, friendly staff, especially kind and helpful waitress.We spent a nice week of vacation there with my friend.

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Daniela Muskova

4/5
Older hotel, but everything sufficient, clean everywhere, only the pool is quite cold

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Jitka Turková

5/5
We enjoyed our stay in your hotel, excellent breakfast and a wonderful pool.

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Petra Slaninová

1/5
Terrible, we wanted to ask if the pool was still open to the public, the man at the reception was quite aggressive, he didn't yell at us and told us where we got it that the pool could be open to the public at all. He destroyed it for us (secondly, it says on the photo that we should ask at the reception)

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natali galy

1/5
The fact that the hotel equipment corresponds to 1990 is OK... if you are going to the mountains, for hiking - this is definitely not something you can do. But what freezes you is the reluctance of the staff. Breakfast from 8:00 AM - I note that there were 4 of us and we wanted to go hiking a little earlier, we looked for understanding from the owner in vain. Not to mention, when one of us wanted a package instead of breakfast: IMPOSSIBLE!After dinner, if you want to sit on the hotel's terrace, you have the chance until 8:00 p.m. Then everything closes. Even if you just want to sit there while the sun sets, you don't even have to consume anything: YOU CAN'T. The entire terrace is locked!- a worse regime than in the pioneer camp. If you don't have a balcony in your room, it's simply your bad luck. The party at the hotel is at 8:00 p.m., and don't bother anymore!Therefore, regularly every evening, we all went to eat at the RADIO cottage, approx. 2 km away - in addition to the famous windmills, also because of the feeling that for the owner of this facility we were "welcome guests"The CZK exchange rate is entirely its own, officially it was 25.40, but here it is 22.00... but actually it was just enough for a person to understand that he doesn't want to come back here. And yet a wonderful place, even on the first day I thought that I would come here again in the winter with a bus full of skiers ... but when you experience such reluctance of the staff, your initial enthusiasm quickly dissipates.Therefore, regularly every evening, we all went to eat at the RADIO cottage, approx. 2 km away - in addition to the famous windmills offered here, it was also the knowledge that for the owner of this facility we were "welcome guests"In the end, after a week in the Devil's Mill, you will only be left with the feeling that 40 people came here from Slovakia to spoil the owner's "holiday and well-being"?! operator?!Fortunately, Šumava is beautiful, many of us will definitely like to come back here, but we will bypass this hotel in a big way.

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Zdeněk Pfleger

4/5
My wife and I were here for a few days.We had booked accommodation with half board in advance, but I subsequently noticed some rather negative reviews, so we left for Šumava with mixed feelings. But in the end we were satisfied.Pleasant behavior from the owner and staff.The rooms are clean, no luxury, but you probably don't come here for that. All functional.Breakfast varied, sufficient.At dinner, I would only criticize a little more use of flour both in the soup and in the main course.Overall we were satisfied.

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Zdenka Rašková

3/5
Unfortunately, time stopped here, about 30 years ago.Even though the service is trying and there is nothing to complain about, the food does not correspond to the price or quality.

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Miroslav Ackermann

5/5
My wife and I are sitting here having a beer after the hike and we are satisfied. We have been looking forward to this moment of rest for the fifth year.

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Petr Jandus

5/5
We were completely satisfied and whenever we have a trip in this direction, we will definitely stay here 🏅👍🏻