The best hotels Transylvania & Carpathian Mountains

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.

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.

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.).

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.

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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.

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.

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.

A good address, located along the main street of the small town. This boarding house was a pioneer of its kind, having opened in 1990. It offers about ten modern double rooms, quite comfortable and simply furnished. There is also a parking lot and a small courtyard with a barbecue. The pension does not offer, for the time being, a catering service or breakfast. But it was undergoing renovation during our research, and will soon extend its range of services.

Right in the center of town, this large, beautiful white building boasts neoclassical architecture typical of the late 19th^century . It houses a 4-star hotel of fairly good standing, although some renovation and improvement could be made. Rooms are large, clean and elegant. (Good) breakfast can be served in your room. The hotel also features a spa, with a glass-roofed swimming pool, sauna and whirlpool. There's also a beauty salon, café, restaurant and underground parking.

This hotel has the disadvantage of being rather out of the way: on the side of a busy road, it's just over 1 km from the station and 2 km from the town center. Fortunately, there's a bus stop nearby. Its main advantage is that it offers modern, comfortable rooms at reduced prices. The large, stylish house has around twenty rooms, all decorated in black and white, with a few touches of color. There's also a bar-restaurant serving local and international specialties.

This large, modern guesthouse on the outskirts of town offers around 15 rooms and a few apartments at reasonable prices. Clean and comfortable, the rooms are furnished in both modern and retro styles. There's also a restaurant, where you can dine on local specialties or international dishes. There's also a pretty little summer garden at the back, with a few terraces where you can sit in the shade. A good option if you need to stop off in the area.

Ideally located at the foot of the citadel, in a quiet residential street close to the center, this is one of the city's best budget addresses. The welcome is warm and friendly, and the rooms are decorated with old-fashioned charm. The neo-Romanesque house is surrounded by a beautiful garden, carefully planted with flowers and featuring several terraces and pergolas. Note that this accommodation is equipped with solar panels, which is quite rare in Romania.

In this vacation village in the middle of the forest, you'll find a variety of accommodation options: beds in 12-person dormitories, wooden cottages with two- or three-bed rooms, double rooms and apartments for 4 or 5 people in a renovated motel, and even a villa for twelve. You can even pitch your tent on the estate. In summer, the site is often occupied by vacation camps for children and senior citizens.

In a quiet area close to the center, this modern building houses a refined 3-star hotel decorated in an elegant period style. Its 30 single and double rooms are arranged in the same spirit. Two spacious apartments and two studios are also available. There's also a large restaurant serving traditional and international cuisine, and a modern, comfortable summer terrace with inviting sofas and armchairs.

Set in a cubic Art Deco building overlooking the main square, this hotel offers 24 functional, simple and pleasant rooms. It also features a Scandinavian-style restaurant with an extensive menu, offering mainly simple dishes from traditional Romanian cuisine, but also pasta and salads. Finally, the hotel's great asset is its wellness center, including an indoor swimming pool, whirlpools, saunas, gym, massage and treatment rooms... A good address.

Just 300 m from the O-Saros spa, this guesthouse is like a little house in the meadow. It comprises 4 bedrooms (9 beds in total), a 2-bedroom gîte and a well-equipped shared kitchen. The small wooden balconies offer exceptional mountain views. The friendly hosts will be happy to advise you on local tourist activities. The comfort is simple but sufficient, and the prices are very reasonable: a good address for both winter and summer.

This large chalet offers good comfort at reasonable prices. You will find double rooms (triples if necessary) and apartments that can accommodate 4 people. These include a living room, a dining room and even a whirlpool bath! Sometimes panelled, sometimes carpeted, the rooms are tastefully decorated with traditional carpets and blankets. For an extra charge, you can enjoy a sauna and whirlpool bath. Massages are also possible. There is a Romanian restaurant and a bar.

Best address in town. In the central square, this pension occupies a beautiful historical building, one of the oldest in the city. Past the porch, you enter a quiet inner courtyard, covered with vines. The rooms are served by passageways, which give onto this green island. They are quite simple, but modern and impeccable. There is also an elegant suite for 4 people. Hungarians love solariums, so you can enjoy this service. There is a cosy restaurant with hearty dishes open from May to September.

This large new building is located about 2 km northwest of the town center, in a quiet area. The hotel offers around twenty single, double and triple rooms. They are tastefully decorated in a variety of styles: sometimes resolutely modern, sometimes tinged with retro touches, with old-fashioned tapestries... One of the rooms, a little more expensive of course, even has a large whirlpool bath. There's also a restaurant on site, serving traditional Romanian and international dishes.

Situated on the central square, this vast low building offers around 30 rather comfortable rooms, including 8 apartments. The decoration is more or less tasteful, in slightly old-fashioned colours, but there is a fitness room, a sauna and a restaurant. The establishment offers several excursions: by sleigh, snowmobile, bicycle, quad or Jeep. It also organizes days in the countryside, in a farm, where you will prepare a good goulash to be enjoyed around a campfire.

Here's a good option for small budgets. This large, chalet-style guesthouse, located in a residential area just over 2 km from the town center, offers ten functional, well-kept rooms. Double or triple, they all have their own bathroom, as well as a small fridge and TV. The paved inner courtyard is mainly dedicated to parking, but also features a lawn area planted with trees, as well as a small terrace and barbecue available to guests.

This complex away from the city center is made up of two hotels, 3 and 4 stars respectively. Rooms are bright, elegant and very comfortable. You'll appreciate the many facilities, including indoor and outdoor pools, saunas, whirlpools, therapeutic medicine center, bowling alley, sports fields, squash and fitness rooms... There's also a restaurant and bar. Dormitory beds are also available for those on a budget, who can take advantage of the luxury facilities at low prices.

Close to the citadel, this beautiful character villa dates back to 1928. It offers eleven discreetly elegant single and double rooms, with beautiful solid wood furniture and period lighting. There's also a restaurant serving refined dishes (with regular live music), a small pizzeria, and a wine cellar where wine tastings are available on request. There's a children's playroom, and in fine weather, you can also enjoy a lovely terrace.

We've fallen in love with this guesthouse, located 2 km from the town center in a quiet area. There are six very clean rooms, each decorated in a different, elegant style: sometimes purple dominates, sometimes light shades, sometimes red and black... Each room cultivates a romantic atmosphere, sprinkled with flowery decorative touches. Some even feature a whirlpool bath in the bathroom. The house also features a pleasant garden and terrace.

Here, everything is luxury and modernity. This colorful, futuristic palace, located on the main square, offers 4- and 5-star comfort rooms with top-quality bedding. Each room is different, with a contemporary black and colored decor. A warm welcome awaits you, while the list of services and facilities is impressive: whirlpool bath, sauna, hammam, massage rooms, gym... There's also a restaurant and a café with comfortable sofas.

Flanked by wooden loggias and an unusual pointed tower, this elegant establishment close to Lac de l'Ours offers spacious rooms with refined decor, both modern and punctuated by traditional touches. All have balconies. The hotel features an extensive spa, with an indoor pool for adults, a children's pool, several different saunas, a Zen garden... Its restaurant serves subtle, delicious Transylvanian and Hungarian cuisine.