Reviews of Samson and the Lilo
39 Goče, 5271 Vipava, Slovenia

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Reviewed: 30 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewDorys (adorable dog) and Guy warmly welcomed us for the checkin. The room is huge and has everything you need to have a pleasant stay: kitchen, private bathroom, books and even games so you can play while drinking the local wine. The space was clean and we loved the decoration. Myself, my husband and our dog would definitely come back!
The fact that we planned only one night stay. I wish we stayed longer :)
Aw, thank you so much. It was a real pleasure to meet you guys. Come back soon!
Reviewed: 11 August 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBoth Guy and Paloma were so kind and generous, giving my partner and I rides, wonderful recommendations, and lots of time with their dog, Doris. Would recommend this spot to anyone who is interested in the area.
The only thing I would say, which was the fault of my partner and I, not Samson and the Lilo, is that a car is necessary for this area.
Thank you for the lovely review!
Reviewed: 22 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 17 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewFab hosts, very welcoming, clean and lovely location
Thank you very much!
Reviewed: 27 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 12 January 2025 · Stayed in January 2025
Verified reviewSamson and the Lilo offers exactly what it says on the website and more. We stayed there for one night, but both hosts, together with their dog, welcome guests like someone they've known for a while. This energy of theirs coincides with the wonderful place where the accommodation is located. The rooms in which you stay, with certain details, give the impression that the hosts have thought of all our needs while staying with them. And our dog was welcomed with treats and happy faces. We will be back, that's for sure.
Thank you so much for the lovely review. We’re glad you had a nice stay and look forward to seeing you next time.
Reviewed: 21 November 2024 · Stayed in November 2024
Verified reviewIt was such a great stay! The owners are super kind people and make sure that you will feel absoluteley comfortable and have everything you need. Also the village itself is super cute and worth the visit!
Thank you so much!
Reviewed: 28 October 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 6 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewWe came on a Wine Trip to discover Slovenian wines. Situated in a great location, close to several wineries (Vipava Valley) it also has quick access to various tourist spots. We did day trips (40 to 60 minutes) to Ljubljana, Montovun (Croatia), Piran, Predjama Castle… A super stylish 19th-century house, with lovely owners! They are pet-friendly and were very kind to our Giuseppe! Doris, their dog, is adorable and a great companion! They have parking at the back of the house, which is easily accessible and very convenient! There’s a kitchen in the room, which is helpful for those who need to prepare or heat up meals/breakfast! The owners left a basket in the room with fruits, eggs, wine, butter, and bread! Very kind and generous! Private bathroom with a wonderful shower, and high-quality amenities! Fascinating books to read in the room ;) Comfortable bed and a quiet place! We relaxed a lot!!!
Nothing.
Thank you so much. It was lovely to meet you and we’re really glad you had a nice stay. Come again soon!
Reviewed: 30 August 2024 · Stayed in August 2024
Verified reviewThe hosts Polona & Guy (+ Doris) were very welcoming and helpful throughout our stay. I would highly recommend this accomodation to anyone looking to stay in a quiet Slovenian village.
Thank you so much. It was lovely to meet you guys!
Reviewed: 12 August 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewThe apartment is uncredible clean and functionally very well furnished. The bath is much more bigger than it looks on the picture. The owners are really frendly and helpful. To climb to the little chapel in the hill is amaizing beautiful.
We missed the aircondition and/or mosquito net. The village is a really poor little old village.
Thank you!
Reviewed: 23 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 July 2024 · Stayed in July 2024
Verified reviewWe had an excellent stay at Samson and the Lilo. We enjoyed the fruit bowl, snacks and wine left for us (this was an unexpected and lovely surprise). We really felt like we had an authentic experience staying in a small countryside village with so much history and character and appreciated the kindness and help extended to us by Guy and Polona. We highly recommend this property as well as hiking to the top of the hill to see the chapel and phenomenal views of Vipava!
Thanks for the lovely review. I hope your dad makes it next time!
Reviewed: 15 July 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewBeautiful accommodation. Ideal for relaxing away from the noisy crowd. The room also has a small kitchen where you can prepare a small meal. The hosts also prepared a small snack (also for our dog) for us upon arrival so that we wouldn't be hungry, as there is no grocery shop in the village. Overall, a very hospitable host, always ready to help if you have any questions. We felt very comfortable.
Thank you so much for the lovely review. Love to Ruby.
Reviewed: 24 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewsuper nice hosts,friendly and helpful but offering full privacy. clean and spacious room with kitchenette, hosts even left fruit&snacks, bottle of wine and some basic groceries in the fridge. place is creatively decorated, lovely fusion of modern interior with ancient stone architecture. Excellent location in the center of beautiful scenic stone Karst village of Goče. it features a big parking space and offers use of big outside garden in the shade of old chestnut trees
It was lovely to meet you, and thank you for the glowing review. Look forward to next time!
Reviewed: 9 June 2024 · Stayed in June 2024
Verified reviewVery nice rooms and welcoming hosts. We got some snacks, fruits, coffee, and tea in the rooms which were all included. One of the rooms also has a small kitchen.
Everything was perfect!
Thank you so much!
Reviewed: 28 April 2024 · Stayed in April 2024
Verified reviewJust the best! Amazing hosts, beautiful house, clean room, great location and a very sweet dog. Thanky you for everything and the fluffy pancakes.
You’re most welcome. Come again!
Reviewed: 25 March 2024 · Stayed in March 2024
Verified reviewEverything! The hosts were supernice and helpful, they gave us some local wine, the room and the bathroom were perfect too.
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Thank you so much. It was lovely to meet you.
Reviewed: 30 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewI find it really hard to start, i would call this a gem. Everything was perfect, the location, the host, the property (perfect mattress - hard!), loved it, super friendly host who helps you with any questions, our doggos loved to play together, we also received little gifts - which mader our day just that little better. If you can, visit this hidden gem inside of small "tuscany" town :)
Aww, thank you so much. It was lovely to meet you guys. Give Candy a cuddle from me.
Reviewed: 15 September 2023 · Stayed in September 2023
Verified reviewLoved every minute of our stay in Goce, at Samson and the Lilo. Guy greeted us with coffee on arrival and provided some helpful tips on what to see and do. The rooms have been beautifully restored with excellent amenities. Fresh coffee, local fruit and wine was provided. An easy ride or drive to access all that the magnificent Vipava valley has to offer.
Thank you so much. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay, and hope the rest of your trip is just as good.
Reviewed: 8 August 2023 · Stayed in August 2023
Verified reviewAmazing place. Room is very comfortable and stylish, and spacious. The owners are lovely people, attentive and very helpful. I would definitely recommend this place and I wish we could have stayed longer.
Everything. Location is beautiful in an authentic and lovely village. Room is big and stylish and bed very comfy as well.
Thanks for the lovely review. It was great to meet you. Doris says hi.
Reviewed: 5 August 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewAmazing place! Wonderful, helpful and generous hosts. Modern and tasteful interior combined with the old, charming house. Super clean! Perfect location among vineyards of the ancient village. Picturesque views and not far off from the freeway. Perfect not only for one night stop over, but also for a longer stay. Extra points for sweet Doris who became best friend of our dog.
Thank you so much for the lovely review. It was so nice to meet you. Good luck with your search, and give Wookie a big kiss from Doris.
Reviewed: 13 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewLovely place and the loveliest hosts!
Thank you so much. Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Reviewed: 7 July 2023 · Stayed in July 2023
Verified reviewThe room was simple but perfect for what we needed. A studio with a private but not attached bathroom.
Just a factor of location, but be aware that the church across the street has very active bells!
Thank you for the lovely review!