I'm so glad that I stayed in this hotel. There are quite a number of hotels and apartments near the TEZ train station and the main lake, Strbske Pleso but this hotel stands out because of the :

(1) Location – hotel is in a very private spot on its own yet only 8 to 10 minutes on foot to the TEZ station. Very gorgeous setting with a beautiful view of the smaller lake, Novy Strbske Pleso (which I find far more idyllic than the main lake)
(2) Value for money – I opted for a room rate which includes half board (43 Euros) - a very generous buffet spread of breakfast and dinner. It’s not gourmet food but most of the items are good and tasty enough for me. Just be sure to arrive early during meal times as some popular items run out quite quickly. I don’t think you can find any other similar accommodation in this area that offers so much value for what you pay
(3) Cleanliness and Comfort – room and common areas are kept very clean and tidy. Lobby area, restaurant and other common areas seem to be newly renovated so everything looks new and modern. The room itself is not new though – quite plain-looking and furnishings are basic. There’s a small safe in the room and hair dryer can be obtained from the reception. There’s no minibar and shower stall and toilet are not in the same enclosure (separate cubicles in the room). These are minor issues considering that the room is spacious, clean, comfortable and best of all, I was given a room on a high floor which offers partial window view of the small lake and mountains (exactly what I asked for in my booking request)! One aspect which I didn't like though is that there's no shower curtain for the bathtub so it's easy to wet the floor if you take a shower.
(4) Service – daily housekeeping is provided. Reception staff speaks limited English but are helpful and friendly so I think this is far more important than having staff with good English language skills but are cold, curt and unhelpful

My last word of advice - if a modern, stylish room interior is what you’re looking for, then this hotel will not be suitable for you

So what are you waiting for?!? Enjoy your stay : )

the position - the hotel is at the edge of Stbske pleso, at the bank of the lake Nove Strbske pleso. After arrival not given pleasant welcome at the reception. A standard double room was furnished essentially, plus was LCD TV, minus - elder furniture and radiator leakage in the bathroom. After accommodating we went straight to the hotel restaurant to have a dinner. After enterring we were hit by the smell of fried meal. There was nobody who could lead us or just show an unoccupied table. We found the table after 5 minutes waiting. The food was fine, the mushroom soup was average, the main meal was better. The best experience was that in the wellness.
Overall, the hotel serves as an ideal place for family with children who don´t expect too much for that price.

We recently stayed in Hotel Banik and had no complains. Hotel has quite convenient location within short walking distance to Strbske pleso lake and local train station. Small lake in front of the hotel together with the mountain views is incredible. We were fully satisfied with the hotel, especially our kids enjoyed spacious kids room with toys just beside the restaurant. The stuff was friendly and they prepared our table with kids chair - without any pre request from us. The food was normal, no high cuisine, reasonable choice, also no real complains here. New swimming pool and saunas were enjoyable, especially having accomodation with unlimited entrance to wellness area. Massage after a long day was excellent. All the facilities were nice and clean, however little modernisation of the wardrobes and the bathroom would help (after that it could be 4* hotel). Price we paid was really very good for what we received. We can only recommend this hotel, especially for families with the kids.