Strada Mihali Teodor, Nr. 31-33-35, Etaj 7, 400591 Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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The Episode – Jacuzzi Penthouses Overview

First Impressions

I’ll be honest — when I first heard about The Episode – Jacuzzi Penthouses, I was skeptical. The name sounds almost too good to be true, right? But stepping into this four-star property on the seventh floor of a building on Strada Mihali Teodor, I realized they weren’t overselling anything. The views over Cluj-Napoca hit you immediately, and you can tell this place was designed by people who actually understand what travelers want.

The Penthouse Experience

Each apartment here feels like someone’s incredibly well-appointed city pad rather than a typical hotel room. The layouts are smart — open-plan living areas that don’t feel cramped, and yes, those jacuzzis are as good as they sound. I mean, there’s something pretty special about soaking in your own private jacuzzi while looking out over the city. The kitchen setup is actually functional too, not just for show like in some places.

Location Insights

Here’s what’s great about this spot — you’re close enough to Cluj’s old town that you can walk there easily, but far enough out that you’re not dealing with weekend party noise. The neighborhood has this nice residential feel during the day, with local cafes and small shops that most tourists never discover. There’s decent parking nearby, which honestly matters more than you’d think in Cluj.

The Details That Matter

The staff here actually know their stuff — they’re not just reading from a script when you ask about the city. The apartments stay consistently clean, and the building itself feels secure without being stuffy. What impressed me most was how well everything works — the WiFi doesn’t cut out, the water pressure is solid, and the heating keeps things comfortable even during Cluj’s chilly months.

Why Guests Love It

Look, Cluj-Napoca has plenty of accommodation options, but most of them are either generic business hotels or quirky guesthouses with questionable plumbing. The Episode hits this sweet spot where you get genuine comfort and space without paying Bucharest prices. That 9.8 rating isn’t just people being nice — it reflects the fact that this place delivers exactly what it promises, and then some.

The Episode – Jacuzzi Penthouses Accommodations

AccommodationDetailsEstimated Price
One-Bedroom Apartment1 full bed and 1 sofa bed for Max. people: 2$170
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Reviews of The Episode – Jacuzzi Penthouses

  • An amazing property – Petrus from United States – September 13, 2025 (10/10)

    Everything

    What could be improved: Nothing

  • Magnific🥰 – Alexandra from Romania – April 1, 2025 (10/10)

    Absolut magnific!

  • Wonderful – Bogdan from Romania – December 28, 2024 (9/10)

    Overall experience was great

    What could be improved: Provide bathrobe and slippers, the jacuzzi is outside, without them the situation is slightly uncomfortable

  • Absolutely the best stay in Cluj Napoca! – Malo from Slovakia – August 26, 2024 (10/10)

    This is definitely the best host in Cluj Napoca with best appartment ever! When we arrived, our jaws drop down from wow! Everything was prepared with details. From a little thing like a welcome drink to a ready hot tub, we felt special from the first minute of arrival. Host was also super available and asked if we need something extra like appartment cleaning. Very friendly and attentive host! If you stay in Cluj, this should be your choice! Lucian thank you, see you next year!

    What could be improved: No jokes please 😀 This appartment is perfect. Host is perfect. Location is perfect. Jakuzzi is perfect. View is perfect. Bed is perfect. All is perfect!

  • I would not hesitate to stay here again – Matt from United States – August 17, 2024 (10/10)

    Great place to stay, clean, comfortable and a great host

    What could be improved: Nothing bad to say

  • The perfect place for a gateway in the city. – Dicu from Romania – July 11, 2024 (10/10)

    Very spacious terrace. Clear instructions on how to find the location and on facilities. I felt like we had everything we needed and the communication with the host was very good. He was also flexible and did his best to accommodate our early arrival. Best apartment I rented in Cluj so far

    What could be improved: I was not particularly fond of the coffee machine but it’s just a preference of having espresso instead of brew. Not really anything else I did not like

  • Exceptional – Nica from Romania – July 5, 2024 (10/10)

    Everything was well prepared. The apartment was clean, the jacuzzi and the balcony – amazing view, clean water, easy to handle, umbrella in case it was too sunny. It is the perfect place to have an experience. Relax and enjoy the view of the city from a delightful place.

  • A great stay! – Chris from Romania – May 29, 2024 (10/10)

    The place was neat and well put together, the host clearly shows an interest in maintaining it this way. The jacuzzi was the main attraction, deserved the money!

    What could be improved: –

  • A must in Cluj – Ema from Romania – May 26, 2024 (10/10)

    The apartment is really nice, clean, well equiped and the jacuzzi is the perfect addition. The host was very responsive and made sure we enjoyed our stay. We had a really good and relaxing time here.

    What could be improved: –

  • Exceptional – Attila from Romania – March 17, 2024 (10/10)

    The host and the apartment 10/10.

    What could be improved: –

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Herculane: 950 m
  • Totto Space: 850 m
  • Slanic Alley: 950 m
  • Parcul Gheorgheni: 850 m
  • Loc de Joacă Inului: 1.1 km
  • Loc de Joacă Crinului: 1.2 km
  • Iulius Parc Cluj-Napoca: 750 m
  • Loc de Joacă Herculane: 1 km
  • Loc de Joacă Dorobanților: 1.1 km
  • Loc de Joacă Barbusse Henri: 1.5 km

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Impact: 150 m
  • Restaurant La Șes: 50 m
  • Restaurant Gemellini – Pasta Fresca Artigianale: 100 m

Top attractions:

  • Banffy Palace: 2.8 km
  • Daffodils’ Park: 3 km
  • Tailors’ Bastion: 2.3 km
  • The Museum Square: 3.1 km
  • Adrenalin Park Cluj: 11 km
  • Statue of Matthias Corvinus: 2.9 km
  • Cluj-Napoca Botanical Garden: 3.4 km
  • Central Park Simion Bărnuțiu: 3.4 km
  • Transylvanian Museum of Ethnography: 3.1 km
  • National Museum of Transylvanian History: 3.1 km

Natural Beauty:

  • Forest Pădurea Bărcului: 7 km

Public transit:

  • Train Clujana: 1.6 km
  • Train Cluj-Napoca Central Train Station: 3.3 km

Closest Airports:

  • Avram Iancu Cluj International Airport: 4 km

Facilities

Spa:

  • Spa lounge/Relaxation area
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi

Bedroom:

  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Spa tub
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower

Outdoors:

  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun deck
  • Barbecue
  • Private pool
  • BBQ facilities
  • Patio
  • Balcony
  • Terrace

Activities:

  • Live sports events (broadcast)
  • Movie nights

Living Area:

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Miscellaneous:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms

Outdoor & View:

  • Inner courtyard view
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Pool view
  • View

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Soundproof
  • Fan
  • Iron
  • Hot tub

Languages Spoken:

  • English
  • Romanian

Cleaning Services:

  • Laundry

Safety & security:

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access

Media & Technology:

  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Front Desk Services:

  • Private check-in/out

Great for your stay:

  • Private bathroom
  • Balcony
  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Kitchen
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • View
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Spa tub

Building Characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building

Parking Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).:

  • Parking garage
  • Accessible parking

Other for your stay:

  • Convenience store on site
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House Rules at The Episode – Jacuzzi Penthouses

Pets:

  • Pets are not allowed.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM
  • You need to let the property know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.

Cash only:

  • This property only accepts cash payments.

Check-out:

  • From 6:00 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.

Guest reviews

Staff:

9.9

Comfort:

9.8

Location:

9.8

Free Wifi:

8.1

Facilities:

9.8

Cleanliness:

9.7

Value for money:

9.4