The Forest club S27

First Impressions

The Forest club S27 feels like stumbling onto someone’s well-kept secret high up on Zlatibor mountain. When I first pulled up the winding road to this four-star spot, honestly, the name had me curious — turns out the “S27” refers to the scenic route that leads here, and you’ll understand why that matters once you see the views. The building itself isn’t trying too hard to impress from the outside, but there’s something refreshingly unpretentious about the whole setup.

Location & Mountain Setting

Here’s what I love about where this place sits — you’re genuinely in Zlatibor’s forested hills, not just on the edge looking at them. The morning fog rolls through the pine trees right outside your window, and you can actually hear the forest waking up if you’re an early riser like me. It’s about a 15-minute drive to Zlatibor’s main tourist strip, which means you get the mountain experience without the tour bus crowds. The road up can be a bit narrow, but honestly, that’s part of what keeps this place feeling special.

The Rooms

My room had this warm, cabin-like feel without going overboard on the rustic theme — think clean lines with wood accents rather than full-on mountain lodge kitsch. The windows are generous, and if you get one facing the forest (which most do), you’ll spend more time than you’d expect just watching the light change through the trees. The bathrooms are modern and well-designed, though I mean, you’re not coming here for marble countertops — you’re here for waking up in the woods.

Dining & Atmosphere

The restaurant surprised me in the best way. They focus on local Serbian mountain cuisine, but it’s done thoughtfully — not just the usual tourist fare you find down in the village. I had this incredible slow-cooked lamb that the chef sources from farms right here on Zlatibor, and the bread comes warm to your table. What really got me was eating dinner while watching the sun set through those tall windows, with the forest right there. It’s the kind of meal where you end up talking to strangers at the next table because everyone’s in such a good mood.

Why Guests Love It

You know what sets The Forest club S27 apart? It’s that rare balance between being comfortable and feeling like you’re actually somewhere different. Most mountain hotels either go too fancy and lose the connection to nature, or they’re so “authentic” that you’re roughing it more than relaxing. This place gets it right — you sleep well, eat well, and wake up feeling like you’ve had a real mountain experience. With a 9.3 rating, I’m clearly not the only one who thinks they’ve found something special up here in the Serbian hills.