So you’ve decided on Bucharest for your next trip. Congratulations – what a great choice! Now that you’ve booked your flight, there’s one last thing to cross off your list – the perfect accommodation. A hotel in the Bucharest Old City Centre is the most sought-after option by leisure and business travelers alike.

Why, you ask?

Because the Old City Centre of Bucharest is the heart and soul of the city, an eclectic mix of history, fun, culture and, of course, a foodie paradise.

Can you already see yourself walking its narrow cobblestone streets while enjoying a delicious ice cream? If so, keep reading. You are one step away from finding the perfect home base for your Romanian adventure.

Finding the Perfect Hotel in the Bucharest Old City Centre – Tips and Tricks from Locals

You probably already Googled “Bucharest Old Town hotels”, so you know that the choice isn’t easy. Thanks to the amazing recent growth in the number of tourists in Bucharest, the number of hotels has also risen exponentially.

The good news is that there are plenty of choices.

The bad news is that it’s not that easy to make the right choice.

Unless you’re armed with the right knowledge, of course. This is where our locals-endorsed guide comes into play.

Check out our tips on finding the right hotel in the Old Town of Bucharest:

1. The Early Bird Catches the Worm (and the Early Bird Prices)

Last-minute trips are fun, except when you have to find a decently priced hotel. With Bucharest being a hub for both tourism and business, most good deals are gone months in advance.

But if you’re a skilled planner, you already know this and your trip to Bucharest is months away.

So don’t leave booking your hotel for the last minute. Do this as soon as you have your plane tickets to Bucharest and you’ll be able to save up to 30% of the usual fare (even more if you travel in the low season).

Pro tip: Give us a call or shoot us an email and ask us about New Era Hotel’s Old City Centre discounted prices in the low season. We’ll help you save up to 40% of our usual fare.

2. Prioritize Your Needs

You can’t find the best hotel in the Bucharest Old City Centre if you don’t know what “best” means for you, right?

Consider a few things:

• What points of interest would you like to be close to? It can be anything from museums to traditional restaurants or a business centre (and yes, you’ve got all these and more in the Old Town).
• How large is your group? If you book more than two rooms, you can get sizeable discounts, especially if you book the rooms directly on the hotel’s website (see below).
• Do you need additional amenities or services? An on-site gym, perhaps? (Although we recommend you get your workout by walking the pretty streets of Bucharest.) Breakfast included? Airport transfer? Make sure the hotel of your choice can offer some or all of these perks – prioritize them, so you know which of them you can let go of in case you find an unbeatable deal.
• Do you need a parking space?
• Do you prefer a quiet room or do you plan to be partying until the wee hours?

Pro tip: When you book a room at New Era Hotel, ask us about our quiet rooms and about all the other services we can offer. Even if a service is not listed on our website, odds are we’ll be able to accommodate most inquiries.

3. Go to the Hotels’ Website Directly

Booking websites are great for finding a great hotel in the Old City Centre of Bucharest. You can sort by price, read unbiased reviews and even get travel tips.

What you usually can’t get is a great deal.

In most cases, you will find the same room much cheaper if you book it directly with the hotel. And you can get additional perks (like champagne in your room or free breakfast) just because the staff already got to know you and they want to make you feel right at home from day one.

Last, but not least, when you book a room in Bucharest directly with the hotel, you support local businesses…a bit more.

Pro tip: New Era Hotel’s fares are between 10 and 30% cheaper if you book via email or directly on our website. Better yet, you get to ask questions about the room and make sure it fits your needs and your preferences.

4. Location, Location, Location

When you’re in Bucharest, location is everything. You will want to move around, so it’s ideal to have easy access to various means of transportation.

For instance, even if you plan to rent a car, you may find it’s much faster to use the subway during rush hours.

So take a close look at the map before you complete your booking and make sure that the hotel you choose is close to a subway and bus/tram station.

Pro tip: New Era Hotel is in the very heart of Bucharest. It will take you less than five minutes on foot to get to Unirii subway station (a major hub with easy access to the entire subway network) and to countless bus and tram stops.

5. Don’t Forget to Splurge in the Foodie Paradise that Is Bucharest

Whether you’re a meat lover, a vegan, a vegetarian or you have some other dietary restrictions, you will find a delightful meal in the Old City Centre of Bucharest. The fact that you’re looking for a hotel in this area is a perfect start!

But, in order to make the most out of your stay here, don’t book a hotel where you can eat every meal. In the Old Town there are literally dozens of restaurants within walking distance, so you’ll never starve looking for a place to eat nearby.

Instead, book a hotel that offers breakfast – you will want to try some traditional Romanian pastries, both sweet and savoury. And go out and eat in a new place every day. We guarantee you’ll love every last bite!

Pro tip: At New Era Hotel, our breakfast is home cooked and freshly made every day. We use as much local produce as possible to give you a taste of real Romanian food and to support local businesses. Plus, our chef is super creative when it comes to cakes, cookies and pastries. We’re happy to recommend amazing nearby places to eat – the places where locals meet.

 

6. Support Local Businesses

Bucharest is anything but “standard” Its people are eclectic and so are its buildings and its cultural heritage. If you truly want to discover it, we encourage you to avoid standardized experiences, starting with the hotels.

Instead of a chain hotel that looks almost identical in every European city, opt for a locally- or family-owned one. You will get a fully immersive experience and perhaps even make some friends for life. We, Romanians, are really friendly!

Pro tip: New Era Hotel is a family-owned 4-star hotel in the very heart of Bucharest’s Old City Centre, on Selari, one of the oldest streets in the city. The building itself is new (opened in 2018), so you’ll get to enjoy all the perks and state-of-the-art technology in regular 4-star hotels, but with a touch of local charm, architecture and interior design.

Wrapping Things Up

There is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to the perfect holiday or the perfect hotel. But when you’re coming to Bucharest, we highly recommend you try the authentic, immersive experience. The city has more to offer than its communist past and its bustling nightlife.

Feeling closer choosing the best hotel in the Old City Centre of Bucharest? If you have additional questions, feel free to leave a comment below, call or email us any time! Like we said, we’re a friendly bunch, always eager to help people discover Bucharest.