21 Strada Iuliu Maniu, 400095 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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The Dom 21 Overview

First Impressions

The Dom 21 sits quietly on Strada Iuliu Maniu, and honestly, you might walk past it without realizing you’ve just spotted one of Cluj-Napoca’s best-kept secrets. This four-star boutique property doesn’t scream for attention — it whispers elegance instead. The moment I stepped inside, I knew this wasn’t your typical business hotel.

Location & Getting Around

Here’s what I love about the location — you’re close enough to the action but far enough from the tourist chaos. The old town is maybe a 15-minute walk, which sounds like nothing until you realize you’ll actually want to stroll through those tree-lined streets. There’s decent parking nearby too, which anyone who’s driven in Cluj will tell you is basically winning the lottery.

The Room Experience

My room was… well, it felt more like staying at a design-conscious friend’s place than a hotel. Clean lines, warm wood accents, and these incredibly comfortable beds that actually made me consider what brand of mattress they use. The bathroom deserves a mention too — spacious shower, good water pressure, and they’ve clearly thought about lighting (you know how hotel bathroom lighting can be brutal).

Dining & Amenities

The breakfast situation is solid — not overwhelming, but everything you’d want is there and it’s fresh. I mean, the coffee alone made early mornings bearable. There’s no full restaurant on-site, but honestly, you’re in Cluj — some of Romania’s best dining is within walking distance. The staff actually gave me recommendations that weren’t just the obvious tourist spots.

Why Guests Love It

That 9.8 rating isn’t an accident. The Dom 21 gets the details right in ways that matter to actual travelers. The WiFi works everywhere (tested it), the air conditioning doesn’t sound like a jet engine, and the staff treats you like a person, not a room number. It’s the kind of place where you’ll find yourself planning your next Cluj visit before you’ve even checked out.

Savvy travelers reserve a hotel in Cluj-Napoca before autumn brings golden forests, hearty stews, and cozy mountain reflections.

The Dom 21 Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
King Studio1 king bed for Max. people: 2$88
King Studio1 king bed for Max. people: 2$88
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Reviews of The Dom 21

  • Only good things about our stay at @Dom21! – Johnny from United Kingdom – September 22, 2025 (9/10)

    A perfect location – a true oasis of peace right in the heart of the city.
    The interior is impeccable, very clean and decorated with great attention to detail. We have absolutely nothing negative to mention.

    The best thing, however, is the host: always smiling and eager to help when needed, but also extremely discreet when you want privacy.

    We will definitely come back!

    What could be improved: could do with some mosquito nets at the windows

  • Central, welcoming and heartily recommended. – Tim from Australia – September 13, 2025 (9/10)

    The host was kind, friendly, hospitable, informative and eager to make my stay enjoyable. My room was modern, clean and well appointed.

  • Exceptional – Anthony from Switzerland – September 5, 2025 (10/10)

    Very friendly and knowledgeable owners who speak very good English. Spotlessly clean premises, recently built to modern western standard. Shower has very good water pressure. Air conditioning works very well. Huge number of electrical outlets in the room.

    What could be improved: Perfect

  • Exceptional – Zsuzsanna from United Kingdom – August 24, 2025 (10/10)

    Exceptional hoists, clean, comfortable, spatious apartment. We stayed here a few times already and we will come back again .
    I can highly recommend it. 😍

  • Good value for money – George-dan from Switzerland – August 22, 2025 (10/10)

    Nice apartment, clean, and in very good location in the center of Cluj. The hosts are very kind and helpful.

    What could be improved: The mattress are very hard and good only for sleeping on the back.

  • We had a very nice and comfortable stay. Will definitely choose this location when we come back – Violeta from United States – August 7, 2025 (10/10)

    Very clean, modern and silent despite being very central. Air conditioning was also a plus. Host was very helpful and friendly

  • Perfect – Kuvay from Turkey – July 27, 2025 (10/10)

    Very clean, big and a comfortable room. Also very quite.

  • A place to come back to – Ramona from Romania – July 26, 2025 (10/10)

    Amazing location, in the old city center on a pedestrian street, super quiet despite being centrally located. The hosts are super friendly and understanding, ready to support with everything you need. Thank you!

  • Exceptional – Fadi from Romania – July 17, 2025 (10/10)

    The staff is so friendly and generous , the room was clean and comfortable , amazing location next to everything around the city

  • Exceptional – Ryan from Canada – June 22, 2025 (10/10)

    Wonderful host and wonderful stay! Couldn’t ask for more.

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Union Square: 200 m
  • Banffy Palace: 300 m
  • Biserica Unitariană: 50 m
  • Liceul Brassai Samuel: 100 m
  • Statuia Lui Avram Iancu: 400 m
  • Casa Parohială Evanghelică: 150 m
  • Casa Profesorilor Unitarieni: 150 m
  • Biserica Evanghelică-luterană: 200 m
  • Casa Parohială A Bis. Unitariene: 50 m
  • Reședința Episcopului Unitarian: 100 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Hugo City: 50 m
  • Restaurant Casa Boema: 200 m
  • Restaurant Pastellini: 250 m

Top attractions:

  • Daffodils’ Park: 1.4 km
  • Tailors’ Bastion: 550 m
  • The Museum Square: 650 m
  • Adrenalin Park Cluj: 10 km
  • Statue of Matthias Corvinus: 450 m
  • Cluj-Napoca Botanical Garden: 1.4 km
  • Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu: 1 km
  • Transylvanian Museum of Ethnography: 550 m
  • National Museum of Transylvanian History: 700 m

Natural Beauty:

  • Forest Pădurea Bărcului: 10 km

Public transit:

  • Train Clujana: 2.9 km
  • Train Cluj-Napoca Central Train Station: 1.9 km

Closest Airports:

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

Facilities

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Outdoors:

  • Terrace

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Soundproof
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages Spoken:

  • English
  • Romanian

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • 24-hour security
  • Carbon monoxide detector

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Private check-in/out
  • ATM on site
  • Baggage storage

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Free Wifi
  • Kitchenette
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Shower
  • Baggage storage
  • Designated smoking area
  • Coffee machine

Building Characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Other for your stay:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
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House Rules at The Dom 21

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Check-out:

  • From 10:00 AM to 11:00 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:

10.0

Comfort:

9.8

Location:

10.0

Free Wifi:

9.5

Facilities:

9.8

Cleanliness:

9.9

Value for money:

9.8