str. Observatorului, nr. 82-86, 400432 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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Hotel Olimp Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Hotel Olimp on Observatorului Street, you immediately get the sense that this is a place that knows its audience. It’s not trying to be something flashy or pretentious — just a solid three-star hotel that does the fundamentals really well. The building has this understated charm that fits perfectly with the residential vibe of the neighborhood, and honestly, that’s exactly what you want when you’re staying in Cluj-Napoca.

Location & Neighborhood

Here’s what I love about the location — you’re close enough to everything that matters, but far enough from the tourist chaos to actually get some peace. The Observatory Street area is one of those spots locals appreciate, with tree-lined streets and a genuinely residential feel. You can walk to the city center without breaking a sweat, but when you come back in the evening, it’s quiet enough that you’ll actually sleep well. I mean, there’s a reason couples keep rating this location so highly — it just works for people who want to explore but also value having a proper retreat.

The Room Experience

The rooms at Hotel Olimp are what I’d call “thoughtfully simple.” You won’t find any unnecessary frills, but everything you actually need is there and works properly. The beds are comfortable (which honestly matters more than fancy pillows), and each room has enough space to spread out your stuff without feeling cramped. What really impressed me was how quiet it stays — even with windows facing the street, the neighborhood is peaceful enough that traffic noise isn’t an issue.

Breakfast & Practical Perks

The breakfast setup here is actually pretty impressive for a three-star place. They do both continental and buffet options, which gives you flexibility depending on whether you’re rushing out for a day of sightseeing or taking your time. The selection isn’t massive, but it covers all the basics well — fresh bread, local options, decent coffee. And here’s something that’ll save you both money and headaches: the free private parking. Trust me, if you’re driving in Cluj-Napoca, having guaranteed parking at your hotel is worth its weight in gold.

Why Guests Keep Coming Back

You know what really tells you about a place? The repeat guests, and Hotel Olimp has more returning visitors than most properties in the area. After staying here, I get why. It’s the kind of hotel that doesn’t oversell itself but consistently delivers on what it promises. The staff seems to genuinely care about making sure things run smoothly, and there’s something refreshing about a place that focuses on getting the basics absolutely right rather than chasing trends. For the price point and the location, it’s honestly hard to find better value in Cluj-Napoca.

Hotel Olimp Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
Basic Double Room1 queen bed for Max. people: 2$77
Twin Room2 twin beds for Max. people: 2$77
Deluxe Double Room1 king bed for Max. people: 2$85
Triple Room1 twin bed and 1 queen bed for Max. people: 3$111
Single Room1 twin bed for Max. people: 1$66
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Reviews of Hotel Olimp

  • Wonderful – Stefan from Romania – August 19, 2025 (9/10)

    Great receptionist

  • Ok hotel located on a main road side in Cluj. Staff was kind, breakfast good, room ok – Haider from Romania – January 3, 2025 (9/10)

    Good location, private parking, nice, kind staff! Breakfast is good as well!

  • We'll do it again – Miloš from Serbia – September 23, 2024 (9/10)

    We didn't have breakfast. We were staying just for the one night; we were in the hurry 🙁
    Other than that, it was as advertised. Parking space is a winner! Room was clean and quite nice and cozy. TV, wi-fi – check!
    Bathroom – roomy and clean.

    What could be improved: Plate/board with the name of hotel must be bigger, more obvious; to put on a higher position. We circled with car two times around it without noticed it. We have to park the car and start searching on foot.

  • Excellent hotel and perfect location, excellent staff and very good breakfast – Rgabay from Israel – September 7, 2024 (9/10)

    The breakfast was very good, excellent staff, and the food was fresh and delicious
    The location was perfect however the timing was during Untold music festival so the prices were very high

    What could be improved: . The week was the Untold music festival week so the hotel prices were very high

  • Perfect value for the money, excelent location. – Alex from Romania – May 11, 2024 (9/10)

    The location and friendliness. Big room and large bathroom.

    What could be improved: Very outdated, but clean.

  • Good – Octavian from United Kingdom – February 28, 2024 (7/10)

    Clean

    What could be improved: Cold

  • Cool cool cool cool cool cool cool – Iulia from Romania – December 14, 2023 (9/10)

    Patul f confortabil

  • Good – Vlad from Romania – October 14, 2023 (7/10)

    The bed was comfortable

    What could be improved: Old and used everything

  • good for transit – Daniel from Romania – April 14, 2023 (8/10)

    big warm room, good bed, clean

    What could be improved: it may be cheaper.

  • I recommend it – Flaviuadrian from Romania – April 2, 2023 (9/10)

    Very friendly staff
    The breakfast was decent
    Good value/money

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Blue Stars 2: 700 m
  • Iuliu Prodan: 1.1 km
  • Grădina Miko: 1.6 km
  • Daffodils’ Park: 1.8 km
  • Parcul Narciselor: 1.7 km
  • Foisorul Din Hasdeu: 1.3 km
  • Cluj-Napoca Botanical Garden: 1.3 km
  • Casa Memorială Grigore Silași: 1.7 km
  • Jungle Party Petreceri Copii Cluj-Napoca: 1.4 km
  • Prima Școală Românească din Cluj Napoca: 1.8 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Talisman: 150 m
  • Restaurant Bueno Gusto: 500 m
  • Restaurant Mates Pub&Delivery: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Banffy Palace: 2.2 km
  • Tailors’ Bastion: 2.5 km
  • The Museum Square: 2.3 km
  • Adrenalin Park Cluj: 8 km
  • Statue of Matthias Corvinus: 2 km
  • Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu: 2.2 km
  • Transylvanian Museum of Ethnography: 1.9 km
  • National Museum of Transylvanian History: 2.2 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Forest Pădurea Bărcului: 12 km

Public transit:

  • Train Clujana: 5 km
  • Train Cluj-Napoca Central Train Station: 3.8 km

Closest Airports:

  • Târgu Mureș Transylvania Airport: 96 km
  • Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport: 8 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Fitness

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

General:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Sun deck
  • Terrace

Services:

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/T V area
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying Additional charge
  • Packed lunches
  • Ironing service Additional charge
  • Laundry Additional charge

Living Area:

  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Coffee house on site
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant

Accessibility:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Entire unit located on ground floor

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack

Languages Spoken:

  • English
  • Italian
  • Romanian

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Invoice provided

Most popular facilities:

  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free parking
  • Restaurant
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Bar
  • Very Good Breakfast

Other for your stay:

  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Garden view
  • View
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House Rules at Hotel Olimp

Pets:

  • Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Groups:

  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.

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 10:30 AM

Age restriction:

  • The minimum age for check-in is 18

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:

8.8

Comfort:

8.1

Location:

8.3

Free Wifi:

8.9

Facilities:

8.0

Cleanliness:

8.4

Value for money:

8.2