Bulgaria
The Danube is a modern establishment, with 80 rooms on five floors, though the interior reflects more of a 19th-century Viennese style. Rooms have a plush…
Must-see hotels in Eastern Europe
Rijeka
The hostel at the Czech cultural centre, around 4.5km northwest of the city centre, is affordable but a fair way from the waterfront and attractions…
Sofia
Welcoming city-centre hotel with bright, modern rooms and contemporary artworks adorning the walls. The central location, just next to the Serdika metro…
Sarajevo
Sociable and with a lived-in vibe, this is one of Sarajevo's best-established hostels. It has a spacious kitchen area and a lounge-lobby that's so relaxed…
Transylvania
The double and quad rooms at this friendly chalet are a good place to rest your head after adventures to the caves of Apuseni Nature Park. Staff can…
The Albanian Riviera
This attractive constellation of blue timber cabins under the shade of pine trees is just a step away from the blue sea and the glorious beach. There's a…
Chişinău
The 39 rooms at this well-appointed business hotel are comfortable and clean, with cable TV, fridge and – in some cases – balconies. The standard rooms…
Vladivostok
Looking rather shabby these days next to the slew of new hostels in Vlad, this pleasant but simple six-room hostel nevertheless has a central location and…
Western Estonia & the Islands
Loona may be a late-18th-century manor house, but it’s more homely than palatial, with simple, clean rooms and a quiet atmosphere. There's an unfussy cafe…
Bucharest
Run by a welcoming expat family, this homey pensiune is on a backstreet a few minutes' walk from the main train station. There are good-value six-bed…
Kosovo
This central, family-oriented place is in an attractive old wooden building. The rooms are all a little different from one another but most have dainty…
Kotor
Perched up in the town walls, Cattaro looks down over the bay and Old Town, offering a vista that's tough to beat. The rooms are spacious and elegant but…
Istria's West Coast
Located on the island of Sveta Katarina, this smart hotel is a wonderful getaway from the tourist crowds of Rovinj despite being nearly close enough to…
The Albanian Riviera
This small hostel has helpful staff and just three dorms, each with six beds, plus there's one double room for couples who want some privacy. The hostel…
Budva
Water shimmers down the corridor wall as you enter this chic boutique hotel hidden in the Old Town’s fortifications. The rooms are on the small side but…
Krk Island
Popular with tour groups, this large, old-fashioned hotel offers comfortable rooms and a substantial breakfast buffet (included in the room rate). It's…
Bulgaria
The well-furnished Oazis is signposted 100m from the vehicle bridge. Cheerful and family-run, its staff are happy to help with everything from laundry to…
Motovun
The town’s only real hotel occupies a restored 17th-century palazzo, with 32 simply furnished rooms and one extraordinary one, sporting a four-poster bed…
Black Sea Coast
Named after the Oscar-winning film by director Nikita Mikhalkov (Burnt by the Sun in English), this midrange hotel has clean but basic rooms in Krasnaya…
Yakutsk
This very central, spotless budget option is effectively a self-service hostel. Three rooms share a bathroom and kitchen, but are otherwise totally…
Pristina
On a quiet side street by the bazaar, this 33-room hotel is rather garishly furnished. That said, the rooms are good value at this price, and those on the…
Kyiv
Perhaps a small step down from the best Soviet business hotels, the Salute nonetheless scores serious style points for its design. It's affectionately…
Moldova
The erstwhile Hotel Timoty is the best midrange option in town. Rooms are large but sparingly furnished with '90s flat-pack furniture and the kind of…
Skopje
In Debar Maalo and near City Park, Tim's is a long-established option with 10 rather dated rooms and the same number of ensuite apartments; the latter…
Sofia
Facing the Lions Bridge, this is a grand old building in a lively location. Rooms are large, modern and come in a variety of shapes and styles, all with…
Minsk
The smartly refurbished rooms at this high-rise are small but well appointed and retain a pleasant whiff of Soviet-ness. Service is surprisingly friendly,…
Kyiv
The grand dame of the Dnipro River fleet, this paddle boat built in Budapest in 1954 is now based in Podil and offers budget accommodation when it's not…
Zagreb
Everything looks fresh, bright and cheerful at this friendly hostel, located steps from Maksimir Park. Perks include an on-site bar, a full guest kitchen,…
Western Estonia & the Islands
In the lee of Käina's only real landmark, the roofless ruin of 16th-century St Martin's Church, Liilia offers two floors of simple well-kept rooms with…
Black Sea Coast
The Venera is one of around half a dozen hotels in the hills above the shoreline, about 3km south of the city centre. The 20 rooms are plain but clean,…
Belarus
Despite the receptionist's admonition – 'If you like comfort, go somewhere else' – this budget option opposite the bus station on the town square is all…
Western Siberia
A fairly central renovated Soviet high-rise with bright rooms and fine views of the river from upper floors. 25% discount on weekends, 40% discount if you…
Northern European Russia
The good value rooms at central Veliky Ustyug’s most appealing option are smart and occasionally graced by the presence of Ded Moroz dolls. Single rooms…
Pristina
While it may have gone overboard with the gold paint and frilly edges, Begolli is a pleasant, rather sprawling place to stay. The apartment has a Jacuzzi…
Pristina
This dorm-only hostel has some of the cheapest and most chilled-out accommodation in the country, as well as friendly staff and a pleasant location in a…
Western Siberia
This four-storey hotel describes itself as the ‘cosiest place’ in town and while other establishments might beg to differ, there’s no denying the Berloga…
Fruška Gora National Park
Hidden away in the forest, this hotel has an enviable location and a long list of offerings, including an indoor pool, sauna, spa centre, nature walks and…
Pullman Bucharest World Trade Center
Bucharest
Adjoining the World Trade Center, north of the centre and convenient to the airport, this 12-floor high-rise has 203 classy rooms – geometric shapes,…
Kyiv
Perched above Olympic Stadium, it is a mammoth, 450-room, Soviet-era highrise transformed into a professionally run establishment. It's a bit of an uphill…
Wallachia
This small, friendly place with contemporary decor offers two- and three-star accommodation. The two-star 'standard' rooms are fine and also come with…
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