

Ame Farmec Overview
First Impressions
You know what caught me off guard about Ame Farmec? It’s tucked away in this residential building on Strada Henri Barbusse, and honestly, you might walk right past it if you’re not paying attention. But once you find apartment 38 and step inside, there’s this immediate sense that someone actually cares about the details here. The 9.6 rating isn’t just numbers — you feel it the moment you arrive.
Location & Getting Around
The thing about staying in Cluj-Napoca is that this location actually works in your favor. Henri Barbusse is one of those streets where locals live, not just tourists, so you get a real feel for the city. I mean, you’re close enough to walk to the historic center, but far enough away that you’re not dealing with the noise and crowds every single evening. There’s decent parking in the area too, which honestly surprised me — finding a spot in Cluj can be a real headache sometimes.
The Space
This four-star place feels more like staying at a well-traveled friend’s apartment than a typical hotel. The room I stayed in had this thoughtful setup where everything just made sense — good lighting for actually reading, enough outlets where you need them, and a proper workspace if you’re traveling for business. The kitchen area is compact but functional, which I appreciated since eating out every meal in Cluj can add up quickly.
What Makes It Work
Here’s what I noticed: the staff genuinely seems to know what they’re doing. When I mentioned I was looking for a good local restaurant, they didn’t just point me toward the tourist spots — they gave me actual recommendations that locals use. The cleaning standards are spot-on, and the Wi-Fi actually works properly, which you’d think would be standard everywhere by now, but well, it’s not. Small touches like having proper hangers and decent towels show someone’s thinking about the guest experience.
Why Guests Love It
Look, if you want the full hotel experience with a lobby and room service, this isn’t your place. But if you’re the type who appreciates staying somewhere that feels authentic and well-managed, Ame Farmec delivers. The value is excellent for what you get, especially considering Cluj’s hotel prices have been climbing steadily. Plus, that 9.6 rating comes from people who’ve actually stayed here — and after spending a few nights there myself, I get why they’re impressed.
Ame Farmec Accommodations
| Accommodation | Details | Estimated Price |
|---|---|---|
| One-Bedroom Apartment | 1 queen bed for Max. people: 2 | $40 |


Reviews of Ame Farmec
Exceptional – Ovidiu_b from Romania – January 5, 2025 (10/10)
A nice and clean place. The owner was helpful, we needed to check-in a little earlier.
Good – Sriyantha from Romania – July 28, 2024 (10/10)
Good
Exceptional – Nikolaos from Greece – July 24, 2024 (10/10)
We arrived earlier in Cluj so we needed to check in. The owner let us come a lot earlier. Thank you so much!!!
Wonderful – Alexandra from Romania – April 29, 2024 (9/10)
The area was quiet. Easy to check-in and out without the need to talk to someone directly. I always appreciate that. The room was clean and sufficient for us. It had a washing machine+drier, one of the reasons we booked here. 2.5 km from center, but we love to walk and this was pretty close compared to the size of the city.
What could be improved: The coffee machine could have used a scrub, the dishwashing rag pretty old and dirty. It's only details, I'm just sharing them in the spirit of feedback.Exceptional – Cristian from Romania – February 21, 2024 (10/10)
Very nice and clean place at a good price.
Great – László from Hungary – December 18, 2023 (10/10)
Great placement, amazing apartment. All places of the apartment were futuristic, brand-new. Highly recommended.
Exceptional – Mihaela from Romania – December 6, 2023 (10/10)
Close to City Center and many other hystorical places. Warm, cozy, good design of the house.
Lovely stay, not far from the old centre, with shops near by and a great, clean home. – Noach from United Kingdom – December 2, 2023 (10/10)
Nice self-contained flat. It was clean and had a very nice utilitarian kitchen. Cosmin even left sugar, coffee and spices.
What could be improved: The need for an ID. I don't like sending pictures with my ID to various people – it's not a safe process.Exceptional – Roberta from Netherlands – December 22, 2023 (10/10)
It was very easy to get to the property as it has access from the Main Street. It looks exactly as in the pictures, very comfortable and all the facilities were satisfying.
Exceptional – Vilcea from Romania – July 25, 2025 (10/10)
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Surroundings
What’s nearby:
- Parcul Farmec: 100 m
- Casuta Veseliei: 800 m
- Railway Workers: 800 m
- Parcul Feroviarilor: 900 m
- Loc de Joacă Crinului: 500 m
- Loc de Joacă Someșului: 750 m
- Loc de Joacă Feroviarilor: 1,000 m
- Loc de Joacă Dorobanților: 1.1 km
- Loc de Joacă Barbu Patriciu: 400 m
- Loc de Joacă Barbusse Henri: 450 m
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Farmec: 100 m
- Restaurant La Tarterie: 150 m
- Restaurant Grande Pizza: 200 m
Top attractions:
- Banffy Palace: 2 km
- Daffodils’ Park: 2.9 km
- Tailors’ Bastion: 2.1 km
- The Museum Square: 2.1 km
- Adrenalin Park Cluj: 11 km
- Statue of Matthias Corvinus: 2.2 km
- Cluj-Napoca Botanical Garden: 3.2 km
- Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu: 2.3 km
- Transylvanian Museum of Ethnography: 2.3 km
- National Museum of Transylvanian History: 2.1 km
Natural Beauty:
- Forest Pădurea Bărcului: 9 km
Public transit:
- Train Clujana: 650 m
- Train Cluj-Napoca Central Train Station: 1.7 km
Closest Airports:
- Târgu Mureș Transylvania Airport: 99 km
- Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport: 5 km
Facilities
Bedroom:
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Walk-in closet
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bathtub or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Balcony
Living Area:
- Dining area
Food & Drink:
- Tea/Coffee maker
Miscellaneous:
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Heating
Outdoor & View:
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Mosquito net
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/Marble floor
- Ironing facilities
- Iron
Languages Spoken:
- English
- Italian
- Romanian
Safety & security:
- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
Front Desk Services:
- Invoice provided
- Private check-in/out
- Express check-in/out
- 24-hour front desk
Great for your stay:
- Private bathroom
- Balcony
- Free Wifi
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- View
- Flat-screen TV
- Washing machine
- Shower
- Coffee machine
Building Characteristics:
- Private apartment in building
Other for your stay:
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Stovetop
- Kitchenware
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Kitchenette


House Rules at Ame Farmec
Pets:
- Pets are not allowed.
Parties:
- Parties/events are not allowed
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 3:00 PM to 12:00 AM
- You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.
Check-out:
- From 12:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
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