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3-star hotels in Timisoara
This shortlist covers 3-star hotels and apartments in Timișoara, set in the Circumvalațiunii quarter and along Calea Aradului. It is for visitors who want a practical bed, a shower and a parking space, whether arriving by car or heading to Iulius Town for business.
Staying in Timisoara
Circumvalațiunii is the modern ring of Timișoara, built out in the 1970s and 1980s beyond the historic core. It holds the chain hotels, apartment blocks and car parks, and its streets are wide boulevards with tram tracks rather than baroque squares. The quarter offers little in the way of restaurants or nightlife beyond Iulius Town mall, and weekends can feel deserted, so this area suits travellers who prioritise convenience over charm.
The hotels here sit along Calea Circumvalațiunii, Calea Aradului and nearby side streets such as Strada Gheorghe Lazăr, Strada Brândușei and Strada Circumvalațiunii. Couples and families will find apartments with kitchens and family rooms, while business guests are close to Iulius Town and the office buildings on Calea Circumvalațiunii. Short-break visitors who want to step out into the city's historic squares should note that they will need the tram for every meal and every drink; those arriving by car, however, will appreciate the free parking that many of these properties provide.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Neon
Calea Aradului 85, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSet on Calea Aradului, Hotel Neon runs a 24-hour front desk and guarded premises around the clock, with free parking and free wifi for guests arriving by car. Rooms are air conditioned and carpeted, and family rooms plus laundry service make longer stays manageable. Cleaning and housekeeping keep things in order, while the bar gives you somewhere to sit without leaving the building. A practical base for drivers and families who want straightforward three-star comfort.
See Hotel NeonHotel vila veneto
Strada Calan Nr.2, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHotel vila veneto pairs a garden and balcony with free parking and free wifi on Strada Calan. The 24-hour front desk and security cover late arrivals, and the barber and beauty salon is an unusual extra for a three-star address. Air conditioning, a cot and family-friendly arrangements suit parents travelling with children. Guests who want a quiet garden setting within reach of the city, with a bar on site, will find the combination works.
See Hotel vila venetoSMP Apartment
Strada Circumvalatiunii Nr. 65 Sc. B Ap. 7, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereSMP Apartment on Strada Circumvalatiunii gives you a full kitchen with microwave and coffee making, plus laundry service and iron and board. Express check-in speeds up arrival, non-smoking rooms keep the air clean, and air conditioning covers the warm months. Free wifi and internet access suit guests who work from where they stay. Best for independent travellers and small families who prefer an apartment with family rooms over a hotel room.
See SMP ApartmentPensiunea Andra
Str. Martir Cernaianu Nr 2, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePensiunea Andra offers a garden, balcony and banquet facilities on Str. Martir Cernaianu, with free parking and free wifi included. Security runs around the clock and lifts serve the building, while family rooms, non-smoking rooms and a bar cover both short and longer stays. Coffee making and iron and board are handy for guests settling in. Suited to families and anyone hosting a small gathering in Timisoara.
See Pensiunea AndraSMP apartment 3
14 Strada Brândușei, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereSMP apartment 3 on Strada Brândușei combines a kitchen and microwave with coffee making, laundry service and iron and board. Express check-in saves time, lifts make upper floors easy, and family rooms with air conditioning suit those travelling with children. A good fit for guests who want to cook for themselves and stay a few nights in the city.
See SMP apartment 3Urban Living Apartment
Calea Aradului Nr.22 Apt.10, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereUrban Living Apartment on Calea Aradului is a non-smoking apartment with a kitchen, balcony and minibar, reached by lift and served by parking. Air conditioning, a shower, toiletries and towels are provided, along with a TV and free wifi. Coffee making and iron and board round out the essentials. It suits couples or solo travellers who want their own kitchen and a balcony rather than hotel services.
See Urban Living Apartmentibis Timisoara City Center
Calea Circumvalatiunii 8 10A, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereibis Timisoara City Center on Calea Circumvalatiunii brings a 24-hour front desk, security and an ATM to a central address, with breakfast served as a buffet. A bar and snack corner, business centre and banquet space cover both work trips and events. Bathrobes, a bath and air conditioning add comfort, and cots help families. A solid three-star choice for guests who want everything on site and easy access to the centre.
See ibis Timisoara City CenterMaria
Strada Gheorghe Lazăr Nr.34 Ap.5, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereMaria on Strada Gheorghe Lazăr provides a kitchen and kitchenette with refrigerator, plus free parking and free wifi. A 24-hour front desk and housekeeping keep the stay running smoothly, and non-smoking rooms with air conditioning and a bath add comfort. Coffee making and iron and board are there for everyday use. Ideal for guests who want to prepare their own meals and park for free near the centre.
See MariaPerfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment
18 Strada Brândușei, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePerfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment on Strada Brândușei is built for families, with family rooms, high chairs, a dishwasher and a balcony. A kitchen with coffee making, DVD player and air conditioning covers meals and evenings in, while free parking and free wifi are included. Iron and board and a desk handle longer stays. Best for parents who want space, a kitchen and child-friendly touches in Timisoara.
See Perfect Relaxing And Cozy ApartmentEric's Cozy Apartment
Calea Circumvalațiunii Nr. 29 Ap. 163, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereEric's Cozy Apartment on Calea Circumvalațiunii offers a kitchen and kitchenette with coffee making, reached by lift and with free parking. Air conditioning, a bath and a balcony make the apartment comfortable, and non-smoking rooms keep it fresh. Family rooms, free wifi and iron and board suit longer visits. A sensible pick for families or couples who want to cook and stay close to the city's main artery.
See Eric's Cozy ApartmentApartament Anca
Strada Dimitri Ivanovici Mendeleev Nr.2 Ap. 3 Parter, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartament Anca on Strada Dimitri Ivanovici Mendeleev is a ground-floor apartment with a kitchen, microwave and coffee making, plus laundry service and iron and board. Lifts, free parking and free wifi ease the practical side, and non-smoking rooms with air conditioning and a bath keep things comfortable. A market and ATM nearby cover daily needs. Suited to guests who want self-catering on one level.
See Apartament AncaApartament central Timisoara
Calea Circumvalațiunii 14 Bl.81 Sc.A Ap.3, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers
- Parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereApartament central Timisoara on Calea Circumvalațiunii includes a kitchen with microwave and refrigerator, a desk and TV, and laundry service. Lifts and parking are available, security runs around the clock, and the apartment is non-smoking with air conditioning. Free wifi and iron and board cover work and longer stays. A straightforward choice for guests who want a central apartment with cooking facilities.
See Apartament central TimisoaraIulius Town Charm Cozy Apartments
23 Calea Sever Bocu Ap. 23 Floor 5, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereIulius Town Charm Cozy Apartments on Calea Sever Bocu mixes a kitchen with dishwasher, a balcony and family rooms. Air conditioning, a bath, a cot and a desk make the space work for both children and remote work, while free wifi and iron and board are included. A DVD player and coffee making cover quiet evenings. Good for families or longer stays near Iulius Town.
See Iulius Town Charm Cozy ApartmentsRuud Mall
Calea Bocu Sever Nr 3 Bl. 13C Ap. 4, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers · Travelling with pets
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Kitchen
Why stay hereRuud Mall on Calea Bocu Sever keeps things simple: a kitchen, washing machine and TV in a non-smoking apartment, with free wifi and free parking. Pets are allowed, which is rare among the three-star addresses listed here. Internet access covers work or streaming. It suits guests travelling with a pet or staying long enough to want laundry at hand.
See Ruud MallApartament Lux Crialy 75 m2 free parking
32 Strada Gheorghe Lazăr Apt. 4 Et.1 Sc.C, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Lounge
- Family rooms
Why stay hereApartament Lux Crialy on Strada Gheorghe Lazăr spreads over 75 m2 with a jacuzzi, balcony and garden, plus a bar and lounge. Family rooms, a fan, air conditioning and a bath cover comfort, while the kitchen, coffee making and iron and board handle daily routines. Free parking, free wifi and a desk support longer stays. A roomy option for families or groups who want space and a jacuzzi.
See Apartament Lux Crialy 75 m2 free parking
How to choose
For families
Family rooms appear at Hotel Neon, Pensiunea Andra, SMP apartment 3, Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment, Eric's Cozy Apartment, Iulius Town Charm Cozy Apartments and Apartament Lux Crialy. Several of these also have kitchens and free parking, which helps when travelling with children.
Hotel Neon · Pensiunea Andra · SMP apartment 3 · Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment · Eric's Cozy Apartment · Iulius Town Charm Cozy Apartments
For drivers
Free car parking is listed at Hotel Neon, Hotel vila veneto, Pensiunea Andra, SMP apartment 3, Maria, Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment, Eric's Cozy Apartment, Apartament Anca, Ruud Mall, Apartament Lux Crialy, Urban Living Apartment and Apartament central Timisoara. These properties make it easy to arrive by car and leave the vehicle while using the tram.
Hotel Neon · Hotel vila veneto · Pensiunea Andra · SMP apartment 3 · Maria · Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment
For business travellers
Ibis Timisoara City Center has a business center, while Hotel Neon, Hotel vila veneto and Pensiunea Andra offer copy facilities and 24-hour front desks. Iulius Town Charm Cozy Apartments and Apartament Lux Crialy are close to the offices and the mall on Calea Circumvalațiunii.
ibis Timisoara City Center · Hotel Neon · Hotel vila veneto · Pensiunea Andra · Iulius Town Charm Cozy Apartments · Apartament Lux Crialy 75 m2 free parking
For self-catering
Apartments with kitchens include SMP Apartment, SMP apartment 3, Urban Living Apartment, Maria, Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment, Eric's Cozy Apartment, Apartament Anca, Apartament central Timisoara, Iulius Town Charm Cozy Apartments, Ruud Mall and Apartament Lux Crialy. These suit longer stays or guests who prefer to prepare their own meals.
SMP Apartment · SMP apartment 3 · Urban Living Apartment · Maria · Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment · Eric's Cozy Apartment
Where to stay in Timisoara
Circumvalațiunii
Circumvalațiunii is the modern ring of Timișoara, built in the 1970s and 1980s, with wide boulevards, tram tracks and concrete blocks. It is practical for drivers and business travellers, with Iulius Town mall nearby, but has little restaurant or nightlife scene and can feel deserted at weekends. Expect noise on main roads and request a room at the back if needed.
Our picks here: ibis Timisoara City Center · Eric's Cozy Apartment · Apartament central Timisoara · SMP Apartment
Calea Aradului
Calea Aradului is a main artery in the Circumvalațiunii quarter, lined with apartment blocks and offices. It is a functional area where you will find free parking and easy tram access, but few cafés or restaurants within walking distance. The wide intersections and long blocks mean that what looks like a short walk can take longer.
Our picks here: Hotel Neon · Urban Living Apartment
Strada Gheorghe Lazăr
Strada Gheorghe Lazăr is a side street in the Circumvalațiunii area, offering a slightly quieter setting than the main boulevards. Properties here include Maria and Apartament Lux Crialy, both with free parking and kitchens or kitchenettes. The quarter remains primarily residential and office-oriented, with limited dining options.
Our picks here: Maria · Apartament Lux Crialy 75 m2 free parking
Strada Brândușei
Strada Brândușei is a smaller street within the Circumvalațiunii zone, where SMP apartment 3 and Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment are located. The area is largely residential with some local bars and supermarkets, but for anything more you will need to take the tram. Free parking is available at both properties.
Our picks here: SMP apartment 3 · Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment
Plan your stay
Getting there and around
Circumvalațiunii is served by trams and buses that run frequently along the main boulevards, including Calea Circumvalațiunii and Calea Aradului. If you are arriving by car, many of the hotels and apartments here offer free car parking. Iulius Town mall provides shops, a food court and a cinema, but the quarter itself has limited dining and nightlife. For the historic centre and its squares, you will need to use public transport; the tram is the most practical option. Be aware that traffic is heavy and noise from trams and cars can be an issue on main roads.
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Questions, answered
Which of these hotels has free parking?
Free car parking is listed at Hotel Neon, Hotel vila veneto, Pensiunea Andra, SMP apartment 3, Maria, Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment, Eric's Cozy Apartment, Apartament Anca, Ruud Mall, Apartament Lux Crialy, Urban Living Apartment and Apartament central Timisoara.
Which hotels are best for families?
Family rooms are available at Hotel Neon, Pensiunea Andra, SMP apartment 3, Perfect Relaxing And Cozy Apartment, Eric's Cozy Apartment, Iulius Town Charm Cozy Apartments and Apartament Lux Crialy. Several of these also have kitchens and free parking.
Do any hotels have a pool or spa?
None of the 3-star hotels and apartments in this shortlist list a pool or spa among their facilities.
Are pets allowed?
Ruud Mall lists Pets allowed among its facilities. The other properties do not mention pets in their data.
Which hotel is closest to the centre of Circumvalațiunii?
The site does not provide km_to_centre for these hotels, so the closest to the centre of Circumvalațiunii cannot be determined from the data. Several properties are on Calea Circumvalațiunii itself.
Which is the top-rated pick?
The data provided does not include guest ratings for these hotels, so a top-rated pick cannot be named.
Which hotels have breakfast?
Ibis Timisoara City Center lists Breakfast and Buffet among its facilities. Other hotels may offer breakfast but do not mention it in the data.
What is there to do in Circumvalațiunii?
Iulius Town mall offers shops, a food court and a cinema. Beyond that, the quarter has a handful of supermarkets and local bars, but no real restaurant scene or nightlife. For other activities you will need to take the tram.
Hotels near landmarks
The nearest hotels to the landmarks in and around Timisoara