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Summary of reviewsHOTEL CORA Bistrita enjoys a prime location just outside Bistrita's old city center, offering serene surroundings near the river and central park, while still providing easy access to the historical center and cultural landmarks. The quiet and peaceful environment, enhanced by proximity to the forest and ample parking facilities, ensures a relaxing stay for guests seeking both tranquility and urban accessibility.
Guests frequently commend the hotel's cleanliness with rooms and common areas well-maintained and daily cleaning diligently performed. The spaciousness and comfort of the rooms are also highlighted with many guests appreciating the tasteful décor, comfortable beds and the convenience of a fridge in the room. Although there are occasional mentions of outdated furniture and minor maintenance issues, the overall sentiment towards the rooms remains positive.
The hotel's breakfast offerings receive mixed reviews with many guests praising the good and tasty traditional dishes, particularly the omelette. However, some guests note the limited variety and the fixed menu with breakfast being served by staff rather than as a buffet. Despite this, the breakfast experience satisfies many guests.
The dining experience at the hotel's restaurant is generally well-received with guests enjoying the flexibility of "a la carte" orders and the option to dine indoors or on the terrace. The food is described as diverse, reasonably priced and of good quality, complemented by friendly and helpful service.
Staff at HOTEL CORA Bistrita are frequently praised for their kindness, helpfulness and friendly demeanor with particular accolades for Mrs. Dana at the reception. The enthusiasm and attentiveness of the staff significantly enhance the guest experience, contributing to the hotel's welcoming atmosphere.
The hotel is also noted for its dog-friendly policies, allowing pets to stay without additional costs, adding to its value for money and appeal to pet owners.
Overall, HOTEL CORA Bistrita offers a pleasant and comfortable stay with its prime location, clean and spacious rooms, friendly service and accommodating staff, making it a popular choice for both relaxation and exploration in Bistrita. Show more
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Small Hotel
HOTEL CORA Bistrita is conveniently located, offering easy access to local attractions. The comfortable accommodations and friendly service make it a pleasant choice for visitors.
3-Star Hotel
This hotel provides comfortable accommodations and is known for its convenient location. The hotel features spacious rooms with modern amenities, including free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and contemporary bathrooms.
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Room Types
Double RoomProviding free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath and a hairdryer. The double room provides a minibar, a dining area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as garden views. The unit offers 1 bed.
Twin Room with ShowerOffering free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The twin room offers a minibar, a dining area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as garden views. The unit offers 2 beds.
One-Bedroom SuiteThis suite comes with 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. The suite features a minibar, a dining area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
One-Bedroom SuiteThis suite is comprised of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. The suite offers a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a minibar, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit offers 2 beds.
ApartmentThis apartment features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath and free toiletries. The apartment features a minibar, a dining area, a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, as well as garden views. The unit has 3 beds.
Guest Reviews
8.5
Very Good
Location
Nestled just moments away from Bistrita’s old city center, HOTEL CORA Bistrita enjoys a prime location that draws visitors seeking tranquility and convenience. The hotel is situated near the river and the city’s beautiful central park, offering a serene environment for a restful stay. Guests appreciate being just outside the old city walls, providing easy access to stunning scenery, an array of dining options and the historical center.
The quiet, peaceful surroundings—enhanced by proximity to the forest—ensure a relaxing visit away from the hustle and bustle. Yet, the vibrant old town, teeming with cultural landmarks like the Palace of Culture, remains a short and convenient stroll away. Additionally, the hotel’s location ensures guests are removed from heavy traffic, making it an excellent choice for both relaxation and exploration. The ample parking facilities offer added convenience, rounding out a locale that balances remote tranquility with urban accessibility.
Breakfast
Hotel Cora Bistrita's breakfast offerings elicit a range of responses from guests with a focus on both positive and constructive feedback. Breakfast is included with the stay, which many guests appreciate. When it comes to the quality of the food, there are generally favorable comments highlighting good and tasty breakfasts with some praising the traditional dishes and the care with which the food is prepared. Specific mentions of the good omelette and the quality of the food are recurring themes.
While some guests found the breakfast to be excellent and delicious, others noted limitations such as the fixed menu and limited options with only omelette or fried eggs available. There were mentions of modest offerings like scrambled eggs with a piece of bread and coffee, suggesting simplicity over variety. Additionally, breakfast is served by the staff rather than being self-service.
Despite the mixed reviews on variety and service, the hotel does offer a substantial and decent breakfast experience that satisfies many, though there are some guests who felt the breakfast was below their expectations for a 3-star hotel.
Dinner
At HOTEL CORA Bistrita, guests had the opportunity to dine at the restaurant without restrictive limitations on their "a la carte" orders, allowing them to choose exactly what they wanted to eat. The dining experience is enhanced by the option to enjoy meals either indoors or on the terrace, offering flexibility and a pleasant atmosphere. The food served is generally considered to be very good, diverse and reasonably priced with several guests specifically highlighting the quality of the dinner. The service in the restaurant is frequently praised for being friendly and helpful, contributing positively to the overall dining experience. Despite a few mixed reviews about the taste of the food, many guests appreciated the convenience and quality of the meals provided in conjunction with the notable comfort and welcoming staff attitude.
Rooms
The rooms at HOTEL CORA Bistrița receive praise for their spaciousness and cleanliness. Guests appreciate that many rooms are tastefully decorated with some describing them as very beautiful and comfortable. A number of visitors highlight the convenience of having a fridge available at no extra charge and the abundance of towels provided is noted positively.
Despite these strengths, some drawbacks have been noted, such as old and outdated furniture, a few maintenance issues like rusted bathtubs and non-functioning TV remotes and occasional bad odors. Some rooms also seem quite small and may lack amenities like a minibar. In terms of aesthetics, there are charming craft wooden furniture pieces and beautiful paintings that enhance the room's decor.
Overall, while the hotel rooms are generally clean, spacious and comfortable, there are some inconsistencies in upkeep and modernity.
Beds
Hotel Cora Bistrita receives high praise for the comfort of its beds. Many guests have highlighted the beds as comfortable, contributing positively to their overall stay. The hotel also offers large rooms paired with these comfortable beds, enhancing the accommodation experience. However, there are mentions of some occasional issues, such as stains on bed linens, an uncomfortable bed and a used mattress. Despite these minor drawbacks, the overall sentiment towards the beds at Hotel Cora Bistrita remains largely positive with guests appreciating the comfort and spaciousness of their sleeping arrangements.
Cleanliness
Hotel Cora in Bistrita earns high marks for its cleanliness based on guest feedback. Many praised the clean and spacious rooms, noting that daily cleaning was diligently performed. Guests found the rooms and bathrooms well-maintained with some mentioning the comfortable beds contributing to a restful night's sleep. The hotel's cleanliness extended to common areas with reviewers frequently describing the establishment as very clean overall. While there was an isolated mention of dirt on the bed sheets, the overwhelming sentiment was of satisfaction with the cleanliness standards. Furthermore, the hospitable and kind staff were appreciated not only for their service but also for maintaining the cleanliness of the rooms. Additional perks like ample parking added to the convenience for a comfortable stay.
Staff
Nestled just outside the old city walls, HOTEL CORA Bistrita is praised not only for its pleasant location but also for its outstanding staff. Guests consistently describe the staff as extremely kind, helpful and friendly. Whether it’s the quick reactions to guest needs or the warm and sociable demeanor shown by everyone, their enthusiasm and attentiveness make a significant positive impression.
Mrs. Dana, in particular, receives frequent accolades for her exceptional service at the reception, being described as very nice, sociable and superbly hospitable. Guests appreciate the professional yet welcoming atmosphere created by the whole team, which includes being greeted with delight upon arrival. The collective effort by the staff to ensure guests feel welcome and comfortable stands out as a notable strength of the hotel, making any stay in HOTEL CORA Bistrita a pleasant and memorable experience.
Dog Friendly
HOTEL CORA Bistrita stands out for its extreme friendliness and accommodating staff who strive to ensure guests have a pleasant stay. This hotel, situated in a green area, is notably dog-friendly, allowing pets to stay without any additional costs. Despite a clarification about pet policies from the staff, many reviews confirm the hotel's pet-friendly accommodations, reflecting its appeal to returning clients. Additionally, the value for money is noteworthy with accommodations under 50 euros for three adults and a dog.
No, HOTEL CORA Bistrita doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at HOTEL CORA Bistrita.
No, HOTEL CORA Bistrita doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at HOTEL CORA Bistrita.