The best accommodations Transylvania & Carpathian Mountains

From the Best Western chain, this great hotel much more impersonal than the previous one is appreciated for conferences. Comfortable, many facilities, but it's the environment that makes its charm. Forest, lake, clean air…

In a pleasant natural setting, this very original pension can actually make a citadel think. A bit folklorisé anyway.

On the edge of the forest, in a wooden house, the frame is very pleasant. The rooms are larger and comfortable than the previous pension. 

The building is prestigious, well placed and the lobby is welcoming. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. A good 3-star hotel, with restaurant, pizzeria, disco, travel agency and car rental.

One of the cheapest pensions in the city. Two minutes from the citadel park which dominates the whole city, this pension is welcoming. In a quiet and pleasant setting, its rooms are bright and clean.

To the east of the city, next to the beautiful monastery of Şumuleu Ciuc. The room was clean and comfortable. Good value for money. To book and know the hotel's provisions, contact Montana Tours Agency that manages It.

Supposed to imitate or create a Dracula atmosphere. Kitschissime, questionable, but rather comfortable. You probably détesterez, but it's a real curiosity. Restaurant.

At the entrance to the village from Râșnov, slightly set back from the road, this pleasant, well-treed campsite offers around sixty pitches for caravans and motorhomes, as well as around a hundred reserved for tents. It offers a wide range of amenities: electricity available on all pitches, washing machine, barbecue and bike hire... It also has a large covered terrace with numerous tables, a bar and a snack bar. Beware: in summer, the place fills up fast. It's best to book in advance to be sure of a place!

An elegant and refined guest house, in a large Saxon house over a hundred years old, in the heart of the village. In the former barn, above the workshop where Marcella makes christening trousseaux, two double bedrooms have been fitted out, as well as a large living room and kitchen. The Biedermeier-style wooden furniture is adorned with fabrics embroidered by Marcella. She's also an outstanding cook, and you can even prepare dinner with her, or take a day-long workshop. Incidentally, Marcella's welcome is equally delightful.

Set in the middle of the plain, surrounded by fields, this large white building offers a beautiful view of the four surrounding massifs: Bucegi, Piatra Craiului, Postăvaru and Măgura Codlei. The guesthouse offers 10 rooms with individual bathrooms, plenty of space, light and simple decor. A good address for exploring the area's many tourist attractions: you're close to hiking trails and nature reserves, 10 km from Bran Castle, 5 km from the citadel of Râșnov and 13 km from Poiana Brașov.

In the lower town, conveniently located between the train station and the old town center, "la vieille maison" dates back to 1874. Now restored, it houses a beautiful guesthouse with seven comfortable rooms, decorated in a classic retro style. Some are duplexes. You can enjoy breakfast in the charming rustic dining room, or, on sunny days, in the small inner courtyard, in the shade of the covered terrace. Our charming hostess Ramona speaks several languages, including French. A very special address.

This is one of the region's most charming guesthouses: nestled in a peaceful valley south of Bran, it is decorated in authentic Austrian style, with wooden balconies and shutters pierced with hearts. Beautifully painted or carved light-wood furnishings fill the spacious rooms. What's more, the welcome is warm and the breakfast gargantuan. The restaurant, open to all, serves Romanian and international specialties made from local produce. There's a large play area for children, and billiards and table tennis for older children.

Certainly one of Bran's finest establishments, this recently built manor house, with its architecture inspired by the boyar houses, offers 7 rooms and suites. All are different, decorated in a very romantic retro style, furnished with antique furniture and equipped with all modern comforts. Breakfast is varied, concocted from local produce, and the restaurant offers homemade specialties and traditional Romanian dishes, as well as a fine selection of wines. Surrounded by greenery, the manor house is set back from the village center.

Beautiful hotel in the lower town, at the foot of the hill. Tastefully renovated, the establishment retains a lot of authenticity. Wood and old objects are mixed with more modern elements. In the rooms, again, wood is omnipresent. They are all different: some have a mezzanine, others have a shower in the middle... Breakfast is tasty, with an abundance of fresh produce. The inner courtyard is very pleasant, especially in summer. There is even a staircase leading directly to the citadel.

A real favorite! At the foot of the citadel, this perfectly renovated and meticulously decorated boutique hotel takes you back to the heyday of Saxon craft guilds. Each of the ten rooms pays homage to a particular savoir-faire. All are comfortable and beautiful, with well-preserved antique furnishings, stone walls and woodwork that transport you back to the medieval atmosphere of the town. The establishment's reputation is also due to its hosts, who take great care of their guests.

On the edge of the old town, this is a remarkable residence, with an entrance porch that feels like a Greek temple. The 6 bedrooms are particularly large and splendid, all with dark wood panelling and vaulted ceilings. All have large bathrooms and dressing rooms. Breakfast is varied and copious, offering a wide choice of organic produce, smoothies and fresh fruit juices. It's served on the lovely veranda. There's also a tiny, charming garden. The icing on the cake is the superb view of Mount Tâmpa.

The hotel's subtitle says it all: "City chic hotel". It's not a misleading appellation: this is a top-class hotel. But don't be fooled by the modest red-brick building. The interior, on the other hand, is very charming, with a colorful, modern and warm decor. The rooms are large, the breakfast is copious and the staff very helpful. Finally, the hotel's location is also very interesting if you're visiting Cluj: just a ten-minute walk from the old town.

This elegant little hotel is ideally located, both in the heart of the old town and in the calm of an inner courtyard. To get there, you have to thread your way through a beautifully decorated cul-de-sac. Each room bears the name of a color and has kept a mark of the old building: old restored parquet flooring, clawfoot bathtub... The atmosphere is vintage, refined and the welcome very friendly. The establishment has a bar-restaurant in a vaulted cellar, serving excellent breakfasts. In summer, piano-vocal concerts are held on the patio.

Villa Venus is a 5-star hotel located in Deva. This sophisticated establishment is close to the Magna Curia Palace and the Citadel Park, a nature reserve built around the ruins of a 13th-century fortress. It's also just 1 km from Deva railway station. The hotel's rooms are sober yet elegant, with flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, minibar and espresso machine. Superior rooms offer refined features such as hand-carved furniture, silk wallpaper, crystal chandeliers and/or a boat bed. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served in the bright dining room. The hotel's peaceful garden features a landscaped patio and hot tub. Villa Venus also offers services such as free Wi-Fi, parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly and child-friendly facilities. The hotel's restaurant serves fine cuisine. From 2pm to 12am.

Set in 10 hectares of grounds, the 5-star Hotel Conacul Archia in Deva, Romania, is a true gem. Just 20 km from the Gothic castle of Corvinilor and close to many tourist attractions, this charming hotel offers the ideal setting for relaxing and exploring the region. The rooms, decorated in a royal or unusual style, offer modern comforts including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and mini-fridges. Breakfast is included in the room rate, and parking is free. The hotel also features an eclectic restaurant where guests can enjoy delicious cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere. An outdoor swimming pool and equestrian activities are also available on site.

Located in Brasov, Romania, Casa Vacanza is a 3-star hotel offering comfortable guest rooms. Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and some even have kitchens. The hotel also offers services such as free Wi-Fi and an airport shuttle. Breakfast is available at an additional cost. The hotel's location is highly appreciated by guests, with a rating of 5.0 out of 10. It's just 2 km from Brasov's historic center and 1.6 km from Brasov Fortress. Bran Castle is a 45-minute drive away, and the Poiana Brasov ski area can be reached in 10 minutes by car.

A very beautiful establishment launched in 2010 by a young couple tired of the bucarestoise life. This 19th century Saxon house has been completely renovated in the best taste, blending traditional furniture and contemporary design, old farmhouse structure and modern architecture. The old barn has been converted into a restaurant where excellent traditional cuisine is served. Numerous activities can be organised on site: cooking classes with products from the garden, bread, pottery, glass painting..

Luxury and opulence are on the menu at this sublime 4-star guesthouse. Right next to the Catholic Cathedral, in the heart of the citadel, it occupies a magnificent mansion where the Saxon chronicler Georgius Krauss lived in the ^17th century. All nine rooms are decorated with antique Italian-style furniture, handcrafted and carved by hand. Each room has its own unique decor and furnishings: one has a four-poster bed, another features a ^17th-century fresco, and still others are attic rooms nestling under beautiful exposed beams.

This pink house is located right in the center of the medieval walled city, in a rather quiet street. Rated 2 stars, the guesthouse is simple, charming and welcoming. It is decorated in an elegant rustic style. There are seven rooms: six doubles and one quadruple. Clean and comfortable, they all have private bathrooms. On the other hand, common areas and facilities are rather basic. But with its low rates, it's an economical and convenient option.

At the foot of the Făgăraș mountains, close to hiking trails, this guesthouse offers double, triple and quadruple rooms. Elegantly decorated, impeccably clean, they offer plenty of space and light. The house organizes excursions on horseback, to the base of the Făgăraș mountains and along the Avrig river. Its pretty garden is equipped with swings, slides and other games. Last but not least, the restaurant's meals, prepared with fresh local produce. A beautiful, quiet spot, and an ideal base for exploring the region.

Situated at an altitude of 1,360 meters, this resort combines nature and comfort. There are 38 rooms in 6 villas. They are modern and pleasant, with a sober decor. You'll have access to a wide range of facilities: indoor pool, sauna, whirlpool, tennis and soccer courts, billiards, ping-pong, zip line... The vast 5-hectare estate also offers great opportunities for walks and relaxation. The in-house restaurant serves traditional, contemporary cuisine featuring local produce.

Created under Ceaușescu, this fund supported by King Charles works to safeguard Transylvania's Saxon heritage. Among other projects, it renovates traditional Saxon houses, transformed into guesthouses for tourists, grouped together in the Experience Transylvania network. In Viscri, this network offers several of these, including Nos. 18 and 129. Full of simple charm, they both combine comfort with country-style decor. You'll have access to a kitchen, but you can also opt for local dishes prepared by your hosts.

Located on the outskirts of town, in the direction of Sighişoara, this establishment occupies a tasteless yellow building, but offers good value for money. Its rooms are furnished in a slightly old-fashioned style, but they are well kept, quite spacious and comfortable. The hotel also has a good restaurant, which serves Romanian and Italian specialties (mainly pizzas) and regularly hosts weddings. The little ones will be delighted to find a large, well-equipped playroom (ball pool, slides, etc.).

A house built in traditional style where you can admire a very successful rustic interior. Good Romanian cuisine.

The complex features two hotels: Salinas and Helios, rated 2 and 3 stars respectively. They were recently renovated in keeping with the original architecture, the work of Viennese masters in 1907. Guests will appreciate the spa, where rheumatism and other treatments are offered. The complex also houses a sports center with tennis courts, volleyball courts, freshwater and saltwater swimming pools, also accessible to outside tourists.

A cheap and convenient youth hostel.

Next to the church, the former Evangelical School, a beautiful Art Nouveau building dating from 1910, has been completely renovated and transformed into an elegant guesthouse. The rooms are spacious and bright, as are the communal areas, including the magnificent lounge-library with its walls of books. Opposite, the former ^17th-century parish house has enjoyed a similar fate. It also boasts a vast walled garden. The place is also a restaurant, with a fixed menu. Delicious dishes revisiting Transylvanian culinary traditions are served.

This pension located at the foot of the Transylvaniennes Carpathians has a capacity of 19 rooms with private bathroom. The fruits and vegetables used for the restoration come from its garden. Many ecotourism services are proposed: wildlife observation, bicycle rental, naturalist guides.

This 6-room pension offers guided tours through Bucegi Natural Park, Piatra Craiului National Park and the region to discover local fauna and flora. Travel groups are limited to 17 people.

In the small village of Lunca Llvei in the vicinity of Bistrita Nasaud, this pension member of the EAR, with a capacity of 25 people, offers many activities in the Bârgău Mountains.

At the foot of the Pont des Mensonges, this long-abandoned ^15th-century building has been renovated to house 4 large, simple and comfortable bedrooms on the upper floors. The small shared kitchen has a sink, microwave and tea and coffee making facilities. The house owes its name to the superb ancient fresco uncovered in one of the rooms, under a layer of plaster, consisting mainly of plant motifs. The astronomer can be found in a corner, with a telescope. For a higher price, you can sleep in this beautiful room.

Right in the heart of the historic center, you won't want to miss this lovely building with its pistachio-green walls and wrought-iron railings. Housed in this 125-year-old residence, this guesthouse offers 5 rooms with a slightly retro charm, but very stylish. Three of the rooms are studios with fully equipped kitchens, while the other two share a common kitchen. The hostess is also the founder of the Doll Museum ("muzeul de Păpuși"), which she will be delighted to show you around.

This 1934 Saxon house, at the entrance to the village, houses a pleasant guest house. The 4 spacious bedrooms are furnished with painted wooden furniture (chests, beds, etc.). Guests have access to a wooden common room and a lovely garden with hammocks, deckchairs and a covered terrace around the bread oven. The owner has also renovated the adorable little Romanian-style house next door: it comprises a small vestibule, a bathroom and a single large room with a double bed, a cot and a stove.

Located above the beautiful Boldă de fer antique store, on a quiet street in the citadel, this charming guesthouse has 4 bedrooms, obviously furnished with noble restored furniture and mottled objects. The bathrooms are spacious and modern. The friendly owners are passionate about history, and can tell you all about the house and its objects, as well as the history of the street and the town. Breakfast is served on one of the two pleasant terraces or under the vaulted ceiling, among the antiques.

This is the largest hostel in the country, with 172 beds, divided into dormitories of 6, 8, 10 or 16 beds. Fortunately, the rooms are spacious and pleasant enough, with their old wooden floors and large exposed pipes. Housed in the former Telephone Palace, it's located right in the heart of the main pedestrian street. Guests have at their disposal a small kitchen and a large room with sofas and tables, as well as a workroom. The basement features a bar serving beer brewed on site, and a simple, inexpensive restaurant.

This hotel, a little way from the tourist area, is nonetheless ideally located, right on the shores of Lac Noir and just a 5-minute walk from Lac de l'Ours. The hotel's numerous rooms are spread over three buildings, and prices vary according to comfort level. Some apartments can accommodate up to 4 people. In addition to the restaurant, guests can enjoy the spa and sauna (extra charge). Younger guests can enjoy the garden and its games. A very complete address at a very reasonable price.

At the end of an inner courtyard, in the heart of the pedestrianized city center, this friendly little hostel offers simple comforts, with two dormitories (four and six beds) and three private rooms (two doubles and one triple). There's also a kitchenette and, in the entrance hall, a small lounge with pallet furniture and a computer. Please note that the establishment fills up quickly in summer, so book well in advance. The hostel also organizes excursions, particularly to Bran. Reception is open 24 hours a day.

A charming guesthouse with 4 double rooms and 1 suite, all tastefully decorated with modern touches and traditional touches (carpets, wall motifs, antique furniture...). At dinner, you'll enjoy excellent local cuisine, concocted using produce from the garden or the local area. A warm, French-speaking welcome! Your hosts can also help you explore the region (hiking, horseback riding, mountain biking, skiing, enduro, excursions...). Unless you prefer to take a break in the beautiful garden.

Situated in a quiet pedestrian alley despite its central location, this relatively new hostel has a lot going for it: it's quiet, very clean and has modern facilities. It comprises 2 dormitories with 6 and 8 comfortable beds, most of them doubles, each with a curtain for added privacy. The showers are very modern and the kitchen well-equipped, despite the absence of hotplates. Last but not least, Anna, with her energy and infectious good humor, will not hesitate to take you on some great mountain walks, just for fun!

At the entrance to the village, coming from Câmpeni, this charming guesthouse, where French is spoken very well, will give you a warm welcome. It consists of two houses, each with four traditionally decorated double rooms. You'll also enjoy a beautifully landscaped garden and unforgettable cuisine. The Morar family can also provide you with maps and suggest hikes of up to three or four days through the Apuseni Mountains. Mircea, the son, is a guide and knows the area like the back of his hand.

Located just north of the town, next to the fortified church, this charming 14-room guesthouse is a great option. You simply feel as if you're in the countryside, while enjoying a very high level of comfort. The house is surrounded by a pretty garden, generously planted with trees and flowers. The restaurant is also very popular. Typical Transylvanian and Sicilian cuisine is served, concocted as far as possible from local produce: Hungarian-style stuffed cabbage leaves, cordon-bleu, pike-perch or trout dishes, etc.

Situated just below the fortified church, this typical house has a rich history, having been built in 1851. Recently refurbished in the purest Saxon tradition, it comprises six bedrooms and a small apartment with a living room and balcony with a magnificent view. It's worth noting that Viscri 44 is open all year round, unlike the vast majority of establishments in the village, which close in winter. Last but not least, the friendly owner Andreea speaks almost perfect French.

Just a stone's throw from the fortified church, along the main road, it's impossible to miss this large inn. It's organized around a beautiful interior garden from which you'll enjoy a breathtaking view of the citadel. Upstairs, the rooms have recently been tastefully refurbished, and each has been given a different color. In addition to accommodation and catering, this establishment will be delighted to organize tours or tasting workshops for you. Bread is one of the house specialties you can enjoy.

Just a stone's throw from piața Libertății, this locally well-known hotel-restaurant offers 24 comfortable and pleasant rooms. They are furnished with colorful furniture, painted with traditional Sicilian motifs. The decor is quite elegant, sometimes bordering on kitsch. In a Viennese-style setting, adorned with old photos of the city, the restaurant serves Hungarian and international specialties: gulaș, grilled lamb steak, beef or mushroom tocăniță, breaded camembert, beef tartare... A terrace occupies the inner courtyard.

On the roadside, at the southern entrance to the town, this large, recently-built guesthouse is well-maintained, but not the most typical. Its rooms, for two to four people, are modern and simple in design. Each has its own private bathroom and a small refrigerator. You'll appreciate the facilities on offer: a large garden with games for children and a few tables to sit around, a ping-pong table, a pool table, a covered terrace, a restaurant, a bar and a communal kitchen.