ANTIQUE HOSTEL
Read moreThis beautiful youth hostel combines low prices, a dream location and trendy decor, in a young, family-friendly and warm atmosphere. It offers beautiful common areas, with a fully equipped kitchen, a living room with TV and a large terrace with barbecue. The building overlooks the Dâmbovița River and the magnificent Palace of Justice. You're also just a stone's throw from Lipscani's bars and the metro. For those on a budget, this is one of the best options in the capital. Thehostel also offers private double rooms.
PENSION RHEIN
Read moreThe Rhein wine cellars, renowned for the sparkling wine they've been producing since 1892 using the Champagne method, feature a charming, tastefully decorated guest house. It occupies a beautiful building adorned with geraniums and surrounded by a large park. The elegant living room is stocked with bottles of local wines. Those interested can visit the cellars and enjoy a tasting session. The restaurant offers good Romanian specialties, of course washed down with house wines, at very attractive prices. An excellent address, in every respect.
HOTEL COCOR
Read moreClose to the beach, this vast 4-star establishment, a little old-fashioned but comfortable, offers a wide range of facilities, including a spa, much appreciated by those wishing to take a cure. Here you can enjoy all kinds of wellness treatments, possibly under the supervision of a medical team. These include massages using Techirghiol's famous black mud. You'll also find a swimming pool overlooking the sea, various saunas, a hammam, a fitness room and a privatizable minispa.
HOTEL INSULA
Read moreThis establishment occupies a small artificial island on Lake Ciuperca, close to the railway stations. It offers double and triple rooms, as well as family suites for up to four people. Each room is different, modern and pleasant, with parquet floors. The hotel also boasts a summer garden, lakeside terraces and a gym. The restaurant, open 24 hours a day, serves traditional cuisine. Reception is also open around the clock. The atmosphere is warm and friendly.
CASA FELICIA
Read moreLocated close to the monastery, this is a great place to enjoy Romanian hospitality. This agritourism guesthouse consists of two beautiful wooden peasant cottages, with a total of ten rooms. They are furnished in a beautifully rustic style, with colorful traditional carpets all over the walls and floors, and warmed by beautiful old earthenware fireplaces. The cuisine is delicious, concocted with farm produce. The pleasant communal dining room overlooks the large garden. The welcome is exceptional.
PENSION LA ROATĂ
Read moreThis central guesthouse is a village museum in miniature! Its five century-old farmhouses, moved room by room around the property, offer a journey back in time. Absolutely charming, traditionally furnished and equipped with all modern comforts. Four contemporary houses, with bedrooms and apartments, complete the offer. La Roată also offers a catering service, with homemade dishes based on farm produce. Please note that rentals are less expensive from 2 nights upwards.
PENSION VIORICA SEMENIUC
Read moreThis recently built guesthouse is furnished in a traditional style, with carved wooden balconies, rustic furniture and carpets. The half-board option is a great value, allowing you to enjoy excellent home-cooked meals. Viorica is renowned for her egg-painting demonstrations, which are also open to outside guests and free with the purchase of an egg. Introductory workshops can also be organized (minimum 6 people). Please note that rooms fill up quickly in high season. Reception in French.
VILA ECONOMAT
Read moreLocated on the very heart of the royal estate, this beautiful Swiss-style building, built at the same time as Peleș Castle, once housed its guards. This heritage monument, adorned with remarkable woodwork, has been transformed into a hotel-café-restaurant, a complex named La Tunuri, in reference to the two cannons, emblems of the premises. The hotel boasts some 30 comfortable, well-equipped rooms, decorated in period style. All offer a privileged view of the castle. Reservations are recommended! The restaurant is also of high quality.
PENSION ARANYOS
Read moreA very pretty guesthouse located just opposite the church, on the most beautiful street in the village, where the typical white houses of Rimetea line up. The dining room is very pleasant, with its wooden furniture, knick-knacks and old photos. The rooms, all pretty, are decorated in the same style. Bathrooms are shared. Breakfast is delicious, with homemade jams, bread and zacuscă. You can also dine here, booking in advance. You'll receive a warm welcome from Levente and Zsuzsa.
HOTEL SELECT
Read moreA superb establishment in the heart of the historic center, Hotel Select is housed in a beautiful 19th-century pink building. Its interiors and rooms blend the elegance of yesteryear with contemporary luxury. A warm welcome awaits you. The hotel offers two excellent restaurants: Cin Cin (contemporary cuisine) and Barocco, which serves international dishes in a more classical setting. Finally, the Kingsley cocktail bar, facing the magnificent staircase, will remind you of the hushed ambience of the grand hotels of Central Europe in the days of the Habsburg empire.
CASA CORONA
Read moreEverything is well thought out and nothing is superfluous in this guesthouse, ideally located right in the center of town. The rooms are spacious, very clean and nicely furnished. Special mention should be made of the duplex apartment under the roof: it's simply magnificent, with its exposed beams, red-brick fireplace and bathtub overlooking the rooftops of the old town. Another highlight of this establishment is its free private parking. Certainly one of the best value for money for this level of comfort in Brașov.
ROSETTI HOTEL
Read moreAn elegant modern structure housing 24 studios and apartments has been integrated into the extension of the magnificent turn-of-the-century villa that houses the hotel's reception. The harmony between classic charm and contemporary design is reflected in the interior, where raw concrete and light colors rub shoulders with wood and marble. The rooms, with their discreet kitchenettes, are spacious and very pleasant. Private parking and bicycle rental complete the offer of this little gem in the heart of the charming Icoanei district.
VILA KATHARINA
Read moreIn one of the most charming streets in the city's medieval heart, behind the pastel-blue walls of a beautiful 18th-century bourgeois mansion lies a little gem. This small hotel (2 rooms and 1 suite), ideally located, has been entirely restored to an exceptional standard, down to the smallest detail: from the furniture to the taps and tapestries. A warm welcome awaits you, and breakfast, served in your room on request, is delicious. Parking is also available (a rare commodity in this area).
CASA RAȚIU
Read moreThis historic building was the residence of Ion Rațiu, exiled opponent under communism, candidate in the 1990 presidential election and member of parliament. His family turned the property, which spans a stream, into an elegant hotel, conference venue and cultural café. In summer, the place teems with events. The old house features a kitchen and a cosy lounge with sofas, a fireplace and a large communal table. The rooms are very comfortable and tastefully furnished. We also love the garden, immersed in greenery.
LA TEO
Read moreThis beautifully restored five-hundred-year-old house is ideally located, just a stone's throw from the famous covered staircase. Teo, the owner, began by installing a distillery in the beautiful vaulted cellar, where he produces an award-winning pălincă (traditional fruit brandy). He then fitted out six rooms combining Saxon tradition and modern comfort. They are arranged around a charming courtyard and each has its own character. Teo (who speaks French) will bring you croissants every morning.
VILA CAMELIA
Read moreA charming guesthouse in a prestigious residential area, close to the centre and the castle of Peleş. Built in 1884 by one of the architects of the castle, this house is one of the jewels of the city. A family property for three generations, carefully restored, it is surrounded by a large pine garden and offers magnificent views over the wooded hills of the surrounding area. Each room has its own character and overlooks the living room illuminated by Art Nouveau stained glass windows, where the fireplace creates a warm atmosphere in winter. An excellent address.
CASA ELVIRA
Read moreA quiet guesthouse at the foot of the hills, set back from the road, in Vama. The 17 rooms (including 4 suites) are simply decorated, but very comfortable and spotlessly clean. The guesthouse boasts spacious communal lounges and beautiful exteriors: large lawn, barbecue, basketball hoop, children's playground and mini-farm with pigs, rabbits and barnyard. By the way, all the food is concocted from home-grown produce: fromafinată to bread, meat, cheese, jams... Everything is delicious! A warm family welcome.
SUTER PALACE
Read moreAt the end of one of Bucharest's most beautiful avenues lies a true gem: the Suter Palace, named after its Swiss architect who fell in love with Filaret Hill, the city's highest point. It took many years to restore, but the result is splendid. The 14-metre-high Murano crystal chandelier that greets you amidst the marble and woodwork is the symbol. The hotel's refinement is matched by a gourmet restaurant, gym and sauna.
PENSION TEMPO
Read moreThis is one of the city's best addresses, offering excellent value for money. It's located close to the center, in an attractive residential neighborhood. The rooms, with 3 or 4-star comfort, have character and are available in modern or traditional versions. The latter are decorated with beautiful painted wood furniture. The welcome is friendly and the restaurant, serving Hungarian specialties, is excellent. Please note that this guesthouse is very popular, so book in advance.
CASA DIN VALE
Read moreA young couple from Cluj, who have lived in the village since 2017, have set about restoring century-old wooden houses (seven in all), which have been transformed into self-catering cottages for 2 to 7 people. Equipped with all the necessary comforts, they are beautifully arranged in a traditional style, with antique furniture and folk crafts. You'll enjoy a peaceful, country setting, with views of rolling hills and haystacks. Numerous workshops and cultural events are organized here, including the Fest-în-Vale in August (music, arts, fair...).
PENSION SOFIA
Read moreDon't be fooled by its appearance: behind this ungracious rectangular orange block is a well-kept and rather elegant boarding house. Another good point: located in a quiet residential street, it is close to the train station and less than 2 km from the centre. Each of the ten rooms, decorated with care, has a name that characterizes them. The veranda and the garden are relaxing spaces, where you will appreciate the style inspired by the Belle Époque. His restaurant serves good Romanian cuisine. In short, a very good address!
HOTEL DUET
Read moreHere's an address offering good value for money. Admittedly, the square yellow building doesn't charm at first glance, and its interior decor is a little dated. But the well-kept hotel offers around fifteen clean, comfortable rooms, with air-conditioning, TV, cable channels, hairdryer... The breakfast is copious and varied, and the staff helpful. The hotel is a 10-minute walk from the central square, in a neighborhood that mixes houses and apartment buildings. The restaurant serves Romanian, Italian and Chinese dishes.
PARLIAMENT HOTEL
Read moreThe Parliament Hotel is a hotel located in Bucharest, close to the Parliament Palace, the largest administrative building in the world. It offers 74 spacious rooms designed with guests' comfort in mind. Originally built in 1999 as a boutique hotel, the hotel now offers modern, comfortable rooms. Deluxe Queen and Deluxe Twin rooms are ideal for couples or families. Junior Suite rooms offer panoramic views of the Palace of Parliament. The hotel also offers on-site parking, a restaurant, conference facilities and an airport transfer service. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The hotel staff are friendly, professional and available 24 hours a day to meet guests' needs.
ANTREC BRASOV
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HÔTEL SIGHIŞOARA
Read moreA recent boutique hotel in an excellent location on the Place de la Citadelle. The building, which dates back to the early 16th century, boasts fine frescoes, including a hunting scene in black ink. Its 29 rooms, some with vaulted ceilings, are tastefully decorated with fine wooden furniture. The hotel also boasts a restaurant serving Romanian dishes for around €10. An excellent address, very good value for money. You'll be staying in what was once Sighisoara's town hall.
LOL ET LOLA HOTEL
Read moreAlthough the building, of modern architecture, seems cold, the interior is far from it. The Lol and Lola Hotel's main feature is its rooms. Colourful, original and modern, they are all unique, with a different design and theme: sixties, seventh art, rock'n'roll... Each one tells a story. In addition to this atmosphere, the hotel enjoys a good location, less than 10 minutes walk from the city centre. Finally, the place is very quiet, the staff is helpful, the breakfast buffet is complete and of high quality and a parking lot is available on site.
CABANA BÂLEA LAC
Read moreThis chalet, built in 2000 to replace an older one, occupies a small peninsula jutting out into the glacial lake. The rooms are comfortable enough for you to enjoy the many hiking possibilities in the surrounding area. The restaurant, with its old-fashioned decor and warm atmosphere, serves excellent food. The menu, which changes with the seasons, offers a wide choice of typical Romanian dishes, game and trout specialties. The socată is delicious.
PANGEEA HOSTEL
Read moreThis hostel is housed in a recently renovated historic building, a stone's throw from the piața Mică. It offers six- and eight-bed dormitories, as well as a double room. It's clean, there's a good atmosphere and we highly recommend it for the friendliness of the staff. On the practical side, you'll find a fully-equipped kitchen, a dining area, a washing machine, a locked locker... There's also a café with an astonishing baroque decor, run by the same people. A good address for those on a budget.
HOTEL UNIREA
Read moreIts high concrete silhouette dominates Piața Unirii. In this charmless envelope is a 4-star hotel with an excellent level of comfort. The interiors have been very well redone. The rooms are elegant, although in some of them the furniture is a little dated. The hotel has a spa with indoor swimming pool, sauna, gym and massage cabins. On the thirteenth and top floor, the Panoramic restaurant offers a 360-degree view of the city. They serve international cuisine. A less stuffy bistro-terrace occupies the ground floor.
PENSION ADRIANA
Read moreAt the entrance to the village, right next to the Orthodox church and the Museum of Icons on Glass, this rural guesthouse, rated 2 daisies, offers six rustic but comfortable rooms. You'll be able to enjoy excellent meals, concocted from the products of the house's small farm, where cows, horses, rabbits, pigs and other animals frolic... Horse-drawn cart rides can also be arranged. The guesthouse also features a glass-painting workshop, with fine examples of this local art on display.
CASA IURCA DE CĂLINEŞTI
Read moreA beautiful 4-star establishment located in the center of Sighet, adjoining Elie Wiesel's house. The hotel occupies an early 19th-century house that once belonged to the Iurca de Călinești family, important noblemen of the region. It was refurbished in the early 2000s, generously embellished with traditional wooden ornaments. The decor is very well done and the comfort is excellent. The 15 rather spacious rooms are furnished with elegant dark wood furniture. There's also a restaurant serving local specialties.
INTERCONTINENTAL ATHÉNÉE PALACE
Read moreThe hotel is ideally located in the heart of downtown Piaţa Revoluţiei. Inaugurated in 1914, it was popular with artists from all over the continent between the wars. The charm begins in the lobby, whose style and class are unique in Bucharest. The rooms, modern and refined, are extremely comfortable. Numerous high-quality facilities include an indoor swimming pool, gym, spa and private parking, plus no fewer than 4 bars and restaurants, including the chic Italian Roberto's.
HOTEL GRĂDINA MORII
Read moreWe love this charming hotel! Located a little outside the center of Sighet, in a vast and beautiful wooded park at the end of which flows the river Iza, "Le Jardin du Moulin" resembles a sumptuous manor house, with Austrian-influenced architecture and decoration. The rooms are impeccable: comfortable, tastefully appointed and furnished. There's a restaurant and bar on site. A handicraft store, children's play area and fishing facilities also await you.
PENSION CRIVEANU
Read moreAt 5-10 minutes walk from downtown, in a quiet area, you will be warmly welcomed in the house of the Criveanu family. It has 8 double rooms, all simple and a little austere, in which it is possible to install an extra bed, for families with one child. You will particularly appreciate the beautiful garden, carefully flowered and planted with trees, with its gazebo, barbecue, swing and orchard. You will also enjoy a beautiful covered terrace and you will have access to a well-equipped kitchen to prepare your meals.
HOTEL CENTRAL
Read moreIt's one of the only hotels in the resort that isn't made of concrete. On the banks of the river Olt, this large building is superb, with its central tower that gives it the air of a castle. But there is nothing sumptuous about the interior. However, it is a cheap establishment, which has an indoor swimming pool fed by geothermal spring water, as well as a small outdoor pool with slides. There is also a treatment centre and restaurant. Its rooms are decorated in warm red-orange tones.
VICTORIA HOTEL
Read moreThis elegant hotel occupies a large, characterful building in the center of town. It offers 24 comfortable, well-equipped rooms, even if the decor is a little dated. The hotel also boasts a beautiful, modern spa with indoor pool, Finnish sauna, steam bath, whirlpool and other relaxation facilities. You can also book a massage. The fine restaurant serves refined Romanian and international specialities. And there's a wide choice of breakfasts. Last but not least, the welcome is excellent.
HOTEL CASTELUL PRINŢUL VÂNĂTOR
Read moreClose to the main square, this 4-star hotel complex is a medieval castle with its quirky architecture, towers and stone facings. You will see hunting trophies, armour and furniture made of carved wood or wrought iron, which recreate a slightly kitschy medieval atmosphere. The restaurant, which offers game specialities among other things, has several rooms, including one with a Dracula theme.
HOTEL CAPITOL
Read moreBelle Époque ambience in this hotel adjacent to the Cercle Militaire, on Calea Victoriei, in the heart of "Petit Paris". Built in the early 20th century, the prestigious eclectic-style building has housed offices, a bank, a famous French goods store... It was completely renovated in 2014 and offers 80 comfortable rooms, including 10 suites. Almost all overlook the Cercle Militaire. Delightfully old-fashioned, its restaurant, a haunt of writers and artists between the wars, serves international and traditional cuisine.
PENSION LILLA
Read moreLocated on a quiet street in the heart of the city, this comfortable guesthouse offers a warm and friendly welcome. The rooms are elegantly furnished in solid wood, while the corridors offer lovely views over the city. Each room has its own bathroom and minibar. The breakfast room also boasts retro refinement. The owners also offer a number of four-person apartments for rent, with fully equipped kitchens, but a little more out of the way.
HOTEL BELVEDERE
Read moreA little higher up, this establishment offers 38 rooms, including 3 apartments and 1 studio, with a slightly dated but warm decoration. In its elegant dining room, whose large bay windows overlook the wooded hills, you will find a menu with both Romanian and international influences. The terrace offers an even more unobstructed view of the surroundings. The hotel's treatment base has facilities for electrotherapy, inhalation therapy and hydrotherapy. There is also a sauna and fitness room.
GRAND HOTEL SOFIANU
Read moreThis is a mansion that claims to be the only one in the country that is also an art museum: it houses galleries where some 500 works by Romanian artists are exhibited. Bordering the park Zăvoi, close to the centre, this beautiful building offers 61 rooms (including 3 apartments) that are spacious, comfortable and very chic. The wellness centre, with heated indoor swimming pool, saunas, massage parlours and fitness room, is also worth a visit. The restaurants offer refined contemporary cuisine, with a terrace overlooking the park.
HOTEL RINA CERBUL
Read moreThe "Hotel du cerf" is ideal for those on a budget. This beautiful, massive neo-Romanesque building is very centrally located, right next to the train station, Dimitrie Ghica Park and the cable car. It offers 38 rooms, decorated in retro style and equipped with bathroom, TV and, in some cases, balcony. You can also enjoy free use of the facilities at the Hotel Rina Sinaia, just across the street: swimming pool, sauna and fitness room. The attached restaurant serves Indian specialities.
PENSION CASA CRISTIAN
Read moreIt's a very expensive address, but it's too expensive in the light of one-off benefits and equipment. All of the comfortable and comfortable rooms are located in a beautiful Mitteleuropa building on the road to Humor. Professional and warm home, lovely garden. But a refreshment and a review of the rates would be welcome.
VALEA VERDE RESORT
Read moreA charming little resort in the heart of the countryside. The rooms, which occupy wooden cottages, are reminiscent of elegant mountain chalets. The former barn has been transformed into a refined restaurant. The large garden features a swimming pool, archery range and campfire pit. Hiking, horse riding, cycling and truffle hunting are all available, as are massages and body treatments. Other apartments and houses in the village have been renovated and are available for rent. Ideal for a comfortable stay in the countryside.
ROSEN VILLA
Read moreThis well-kept hotel is conveniently located in a quiet street in the lower town, close to the center. Most of the 10 rooms open onto the large inner courtyard, which has been converted into a terrace. They are all different, decorated in an elegant classical style. Very comfortable and impeccably clean, they are equipped with a minibar, TV and bathroom. Breakfast is generous and much appreciated, served in a beautiful room with dark wood panelling. The staff are friendly and efficient. Free private parking is available nearby.
CASA LUCIA
Read moreAffiliated to the Antrec network, this comfortable pension overlooking the village offers 8 double rooms. The terrace and restaurant are particularly pleasant. A-minute walk from the centre of the village well connected by public transport, this is a very relaxing option.
HÔTEL MUNTENIA
Read moreAll the rooms are very expensive, but there are also different categories that will allow you to find less expensive (without bathroom).
HÔTEL TINERETULUI
Read moreA star, comfortable comfort and rooms with or without bathroom. A kind of youth hostel, located near the bus station.
PENSION ELA
Read moreSituated in a quiet part of the lower town, just a 10-minute walk from Piața Mare, this guesthouse, housed in a pink 17th-century house, gives the impression of being in the countryside. Its rustic appearance, quiet inner courtyard and carefully landscaped garden are very pleasant. All eight rooms are clean and spacious, with simple comforts. On request, we can prepare breakfast or wash your clothes. There's also a kitchen, covered terrace and barbecue. Free street parking nearby.
ASSOCIATION ARBRE DE JOIE (COPACUL BUCURIEI/ŐROMFA)
Read moreThis friendly association will be able to organise a range of activities (tours, excursions and excursions throughout the region) and find accommodation in camping or in the inhabitant, in local peasant families, roumanophones as magyarophones. In the living room, there is less than 20 € per night in half board (family meals are excellent). Recommended by many of our readers.