What is the best budget hotel in Craiova?

Hotel Bavaria (Strada Caracal nr.3): 8.5/10 · 827 reviews · €46 / night · Guests say: “Location: A short 10-minute walk to the city centre, Old Town, and parks.”

What is the best value hotel in Craiova?

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Craiova (Calea Bucuresti 1): 9.2/10 · 1,992 reviews · €82 / night · Guests say: “Breakfast: Rich buffet offers a wide variety of fresh hot and cold options.”

What is the best luxury hotel in Craiova?

Hotel 5 Continents (Strada Mitropolit Firmilian, nr 1): 9.4/10 · 949 reviews · €112 / night · Guests say: “Location: Central setting on a quiet street near the pedestrian zone and Christmas market.”

Where should I stay in Craiova?

Our three picks are in Strada Caracal nr.3, Calea Bucuresti 1, Strada Mitropolit Firmilian, nr 1. Open each hotel on the map to see the neighbourhood before you book.

Are these hotel prices live?

No. They are reference rates for 10–12 Nov 2026, 2 adults and 1 room, checked on Booking.com on September 20, 2026. The booking link shows the current rate for your dates.

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The 3 best hotels in Craiova.

One Budget, one Best Value, one Luxury, chosen from 6 hotels Booking.com returned for the same stay. No endless list: pick your style and book.

The 3 best hotels in Craiova, Romania: Hotel Bavaria (budget), Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Craiova (best value) and Hotel 5 Continents (luxury). Sourced guest scores and reference prices.

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At a glance

BudgetHotel Bavaria8.5/10 · €46 / night Best ValueRamada Plaza by Wyndham Craiova9.2/10 · €82 / night Upscale alternativeHotel 5 Continents9.4/10 · €112 / night

Budget

8.5€46 / night

Hotel Bavaria

★★★Strada Caracal nr.3

Best forSmart-budget trips · Sightseeing on foot

8.5/10 from 827 guest reviews
≈ 14 min walk to National Theater Craiova
Chosen from 6 hotels

827 Booking.com reviewsLocation 8.9Price checked on Booking.com · 20 Sep 2026

Guests sayLocation: A short 10-minute walk to the city centre, Old Town, and parks.
Room Cleanliness: Generally spacious and tidy, though some guests report dust, mold, and missed housekeeping.

Family rooms
Free parking
Great breakfast

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Why this Budget pick

Guest feedback: 8.5/10 from 827 guest reviews; joint review-score position 6 of 6 eligible properties in the provider sample.
Budget choice: €45.59 per night was the lowest eligible reference price after reserving the upscale choice.
Price context: €45.59/night versus a sample median of €79.22/night (42% below the median).
Location: Craiova, Craiova. Address: Strada Caracal nr.3. Walking times are estimates from map distance.

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Craiova, Craiova

Best Value★ Our pick

9.2€82 / night

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Craiova

★★★★Calea Bucuresti 1

Best forMost travellers · Wellness breaks · Pool days

9.2/10 from 1,992 guest reviews
≈ 4 min walk to Craiova Art Museum
Chosen from 6 hotels

1,992 Booking.com reviewsLocation 9.5Price checked on Booking.com · 20 Sep 2026

Guests sayBreakfast: Rich buffet offers a wide variety of fresh hot and cold options.
Value For Money: High overall quality, though dining prices and extra service charges are sometimes considered high.

Pool
Pets allowed
Family rooms
Spa
Free parking

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Why this Best Value pick

Guest feedback: 9.2/10 from 1,992 guest reviews; joint review-score position 3 of 6 eligible properties in the provider sample.
Best Value choice: balances the guest score, the number of reviews and the reference price; it is not necessarily the cheapest hotel.
Price context: €82.45/night versus a sample median of €79.22/night.
Location: Craiova, Craiova. Address: Calea Bucuresti 1. Walking times are estimates from map distance.

Upscale alternative

9.4€112 / night

Hotel 5 Continents

★★★★Strada Mitropolit Firmilian, nr 1

Best forSpecial occasions · Sightseeing on foot

9.4/10 from 949 guest reviews
≈ 8 min walk to Craiova Art Museum
Chosen from 6 hotels

949 Booking.com reviewsLocation 9.7Price checked on Booking.com · 20 Sep 2026

Guests sayLocation: Central setting on a quiet street near the pedestrian zone and Christmas market.
Parking: Small courtyard with limited spaces often requires blocking other vehicles.

Family rooms
Great breakfast

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Why this Upscale alternative pick

Guest feedback: 9.4/10 from 949 guest reviews; joint review-score position 1 of 6 eligible properties in the provider sample.
Luxury choice: 4 stars (official). Five-star hotels are prioritized; a four-star fallback must score at least 8.5.
Price context: €112.07/night versus a sample median of €79.22/night.
Location: Craiova, Craiova. Address: Strada Mitropolit Firmilian, nr 1. Walking times are estimates from map distance.

Compare the three hotels side by side · Hotels near: Craiova Art Museum, National Theater Craiova, Nicolae Romanescu Park

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Reference rate: 10–12 Nov 2026, 2 adults, 1 room · Price checked on Booking.com · 20 Sep 2026.

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Where to stay in Craiova

Each pick sits in a different part of town. Choose the base that fits your trip.

Budget

Strada Caracal nr.3

Hotel Bavaria · ≈ 14 min walk to National Theater Craiova

Best for: Smart-budget trips, Sightseeing on foot

Best Value

Calea Bucuresti 1

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Craiova · ≈ 4 min walk to Craiova Art Museum

Best for: Most travellers, Wellness breaks, Pool days

Upscale alternative

Strada Mitropolit Firmilian, nr 1

Hotel 5 Continents · ≈ 8 min walk to Craiova Art Museum

Best for: Special occasions, Sightseeing on foot

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BudgetBest ValueUpscale alternativeCraiova Art Museum · National Theater Craiova · Nicolae Romanescu Park

Craiova hotels compared

Pick	Hotel	Area	Stars	Guest score	Ref. price / night
Budget	Hotel Bavaria	Strada Caracal nr.3	3	8.5 (827)	€46
Best Value	Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Craiova	Calea Bucuresti 1	4	9.2 (1,992)	€82
Upscale alternative	Hotel 5 Continents	Strada Mitropolit Firmilian, nr 1	4	9.4 (949)	€112

Questions about hotels in Craiova

What is the best budget hotel in Craiova?: Hotel Bavaria (Strada Caracal nr.3): 8.5/10 · 827 reviews · €46 / night · Guests say: “Location: A short 10-minute walk to the city centre, Old Town, and parks.”
What is the best value hotel in Craiova?: Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Craiova (Calea Bucuresti 1): 9.2/10 · 1,992 reviews · €82 / night · Guests say: “Breakfast: Rich buffet offers a wide variety of fresh hot and cold options.”
What is the best luxury hotel in Craiova?: Hotel 5 Continents (Strada Mitropolit Firmilian, nr 1): 9.4/10 · 949 reviews · €112 / night · Guests say: “Location: Central setting on a quiet street near the pedestrian zone and Christmas market.”
Where should I stay in Craiova?: Our three picks are in Strada Caracal nr.3, Calea Bucuresti 1, Strada Mitropolit Firmilian, nr 1. Open each hotel on the map to see the neighbourhood before you book.
Are these hotel prices live?: No. They are reference rates for 10–12 Nov 2026, 2 adults and 1 room, checked on Booking.com on September 20, 2026. The booking link shows the current rate for your dates.

How we pick the three

Budget is the lowest eligible reference rate. Best Value balances price and guest score. Luxury prioritises five-star hotels; if none qualify, a four-star rated 8.5+ is labelled as an upscale alternative. Every pick shows its source, review count and when we checked it. This is a data-based shortlist, not a paid ranking. How we choose →

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Guest scores, review counts, reference prices and hotel photos: Booking.com. City photos: Wikimedia Commons. Sights: Wikipedia. Maps: OpenStreetMap. Price checked on Booking.com · 20 Sep 2026.

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Where to stay in Craiova

Strada Caracal nr.3

Calea Bucuresti 1

Strada Mitropolit Firmilian, nr 1

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