24 Strada Ion I. C. Brătianu Ap. 5, 400079 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Designer Apartment in the City Center Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Designer Apartment in the City Center on Strada Ion I. C. Brătianu, you immediately get that “I’m in the thick of things” feeling. This three-star apartment sits right in the pulse of Cluj-Napoca, and honestly, the location couldn’t be better — couples consistently rate it a perfect 10 for good reason. The building itself has that classic Romanian charm mixed with modern touches that you’ll find throughout the city center.

Location & Neighborhood

You know what’s great about staying here? Everything you want to see in Cluj-Napoca is basically at your doorstep. The main pedestrian area is just steps away, and you can easily walk to the Gothic St. Michael’s Church or grab coffee at one of those trendy spots on Eroilor Boulevard. I mean, when a place gets a perfect location score of 10.0, there’s usually a good reason for it. The neighborhood comes alive in the evenings, but it’s not the kind of noisy that keeps you up — more like that pleasant urban buzz that makes you feel connected to the city.

The Space

Inside, the designer touches really do make a difference — this isn’t your typical rental room. The layout feels thoughtful, with modern furnishings that actually look like someone put effort into choosing them rather than just grabbing whatever was cheapest. The kitchen is well-equipped enough that you could actually cook a proper meal if you wanted to, though with all the great restaurants nearby, you might not bother. Natural light floods in through the windows, and you get nice views of the bustling street life below.

Daily Experience

What I really appreciated was how the place strikes that balance between being in the center of everything but still feeling like a proper home base. You can pop out for groceries at the nearby shops, then come back and actually relax without feeling like you’re camping out in a sterile hotel room. The Wi-Fi works well (important for those of us who need to stay connected), and there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped. The building is quiet enough that you’ll sleep well, even with the city center location.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.6 rating isn’t just a fluke — this place delivers on what most travelers actually want from a city center stay. You’re paying for the location and getting genuine comfort as a bonus, which is honestly pretty rare. Couples especially seem to love how easy it makes exploring Cluj-Napoca together, and I can see why. Whether you’re here for the nightlife, the historic sites, or just soaking up the atmosphere of one of Romania’s most vibrant cities, you’ll find yourself perfectly positioned to make the most of your time. It’s the kind of place that makes you feel like a temporary local rather than just another tourist passing through.

Locals suggest to book apartments in Cluj-Napoca around Andrei Muresanu for quiet streets and specialty bakeries.

Designer Apartment in the City Center Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
One-Bedroom Apartment1 queen bed for Max. people: 2$77
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Reviews of Designer Apartment in the City Center

  • Perfect! – Irina from Romania – January 4, 2025 (10/10)

    It maybe the 6th, 7th time we come here and it feels right at home. Everything is absolutely perfect, extremely clean every time we come, very well maintained over the years. The team will go above and beyond to create the most comfortable experience. For example, almost one year ago we forgot some items at the location, and now they brought them back for us, which I think is amazing.
    Its central, but quite and overall perfect!
    Thank you!

  • Whenever I will be in Cluj, this is my home away from home! – Sarolta from United States – October 16, 2024 (10/10)

    Centrally located, safe, and quiet.

  • It was very enjoyable. We’ll be back! – Voichita from United States – October 2, 2023 (9/10)

    Very nice location. Very clean and well designed place.

    What could be improved: We arrived late and it was a bit dark in the courtyard.

  • Highly recommend – Anais from Romania – September 24, 2023 (9/10)

    Good looking and comfortable place, great placement in the city centre, fully equipped for a stay, just like the pictures. The area is quiet most of the time. The host is really nice and helpful.

    What could be improved: A lot of spiders, especially in the kitchen and bathroom. Maybe for the price I would have liked a bit more diversity in the coffee/tea options and have more than one sweetener option (like some honey maybe). We stayed at some cheaper places and they gave us some treats for the morning and had plenty of options for drinks. Impossible to find a parking spot that is not so expensive in the area.

  • Wonderful – Irina from Romania – September 14, 2023 (9/10)

    Nice design, quite & comfortable

    What could be improved: It is located in a yard with more than 10 houses and apartments, which no one takes care of, and the whole vibe is depressing.
    As well, the staff taking care of the property is rude and totally not helpful

  • Exceptional – Yakirong from Israel – August 29, 2023 (10/10)

    A beautiful and aesthetic apartment, clean and equipped

    What could be improved: There were some burnt out lamps that had not been replaced so it was a bit dark. We stayed on very hot days when there is no air conditioning in the apartment, which was very lacking

  • An oasis of peace with the city on your doorstep. – John from Romania – August 21, 2023 (10/10)

    Amazing location – a quiet courtyard in the midst of the bustling city
    Creativity and attention to detail in the design and fit out. You feel the care that has been taken to make the space welcoming and exciting.

  • Great value, modern vibe in top location – Dominik from Austria – March 17, 2023 (10/10)

    Absolutely fantastic! Just like in the pictures. Big modern kitchen with all appliances, big windows, nice vibe, comfy bedroom.

    It is very quiet as it is like a semi detached bungalow facing a courtyard.

    Will definitely come back…

  • A great place – Cacuci from Romania – March 5, 2023 (10/10)

    Great appartement, calm and near the city center.

    What could be improved: —-

  • Very nice! – Roxana from Romania – January 6, 2023 (10/10)

    Comfortable, clean and very beautiful. We enjoyed ourselves.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Union Square: 300 m
  • Banffy Palace: 600 m
  • Tailors’ Bastion: 200 m
  • Palatul Justiției: 450 m
  • Liceul Brassai Samuel: 550 m
  • Statuia Lui Avram Iancu: 400 m
  • Casa Profesorilor Unitarieni: 550 m
  • Statuia Nicolae Dăscălescu: 350 m
  • Casa Parohială A Bis. Unitariene: 600 m
  • Reședința Episcopului Unitarian: 550 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Cafe/Bar Crazy Cafe: 200 m
  • Cafe/Bar Drumul Ceiaului: 200 m
  • Restaurant Espresso Studio: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Daffodils’ Park: 1.1 km
  • The Museum Square: 1 km
  • Adrenalin Park Cluj: 9 km
  • Statue of Matthias Corvinus: 650 m
  • Cluj-Napoca Botanical Garden: 1.2 km
  • Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu: 1.4 km
  • Transylvanian Museum of Ethnography: 900 m
  • National Museum of Transylvanian History: 1 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Forest Pădurea Bărcului: 10 km

Public transit:

  • Train Clujana: 3.1 km
  • Train Cluj-Napoca Central Train Station: 2.3 km

Closest Airports:

  • Târgu Mureș Transylvania Airport: 98 km
  • Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport: 6 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Terrace

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Miscellaneous:

  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages Spoken:

  • English
  • Romanian

Safety & security:

  • Key access
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free Wifi
  • Kitchenette
  • Terrace
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
  • Coffee machine
  • Cable channels

Other for your stay:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
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House Rules at Designer Apartment in the City Center

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 2:00 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • Until 11:00 AM

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 21

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.9

Comfort:

10.0

Location:

9.9

Free Wifi:

9.2

Facilities:

9.9

Cleanliness:

9.7

Value for money:

9.4