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3-star hotels in Timisoara
A shortlist of 3-star hotels in Timisoara, drawn from guesthouses and apartments across the city. It is for travellers who want a simple, well-equipped base without paying for four stars, whether they are here for a short break, for work, or with family.
Staying in Timisoara
Timisoara is a city of broad squares, Habsburg-era buildings and a lively student and café culture. Visitors come for the historic centre, the theatres, the riverside walks and the easy-going feel of a place that has been shaped by many cultures. The hotels on this list are spread across the city rather than clustered in one spot: several sit on or near Bulevardul 16 Decembrie 1989, Bulevardul Iuliu Maniu, Bulevardul Constantin Brâncoveanu, and the smaller streets such as Str. Tebea, Strada Miron Costin, and Strada Alexandru Vlahuta.
These are 3-star properties, so expect practical comforts: air conditioning, free WiFi and free car parking at most, with some offering gardens, balconies or kitchens. They suit couples and small families looking for apartment-style space, as well as business travellers who need a desk and a quiet room. The range of locations means you can choose between being on a main boulevard with easy transport, or on a side street with a more residential feel. They are not luxury stays, but they are a straightforward way to base yourself in Timisoara.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Pensiunea Timişoara
Bulevardul 16 Decembrie 1989 57 Timișoara 300425 Romania, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereA 3-star guesthouse on Bulevardul 16 Decembrie 1989 57 Timișoara 300425 Romania, with a 24 hour front desk and free car parking for guests arriving by car. The garden gives you somewhere to sit after a day out, and air conditioning keeps the rooms comfortable in summer. Free Wifi runs throughout. A practical base for travellers who want a guesthouse with services on site rather than an apartment.
See Pensiunea TimişoaraPensiunea Sofia
Str. Tebea 6B, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereSet on Str. Tebea 6B, Pensiunea Sofia pairs a restaurant on site with a garden, so meals and quiet time are both easy. Free car parking and free Wifi are included, and a 24 hour front desk handles late arrivals. Non smoking rooms suit guests who prefer them. A calm 3-star choice for couples or families who would rather eat in than go out every evening.
See Pensiunea SofiaPensiunea Nora
Bd. Dambovita Nr.40, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereOn Bd. Dambovita Nr.40, this 3-star guesthouse offers air conditioning and a private balcony, plus free car parking and a garage for vehicles. A bar or snack corner covers light refreshments without leaving the building, and free Wifi keeps you connected. Well suited to drivers and guests staying several nights who value a balcony and a garage over central location.
See Pensiunea NoraPensiunea Nora Clasic
Capitan Damsescu Nr.7 300150 Timisoara, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay herePensiunea Nora Clasic on Capitan Damsescu Nr.7 combines a 24 hour front desk with family rooms and a garden, making it workable for guests travelling with children. Free car parking and free Wifi are provided, and the library is an unusual extra for quiet evenings. A relaxed 3-star guesthouse for families or longer stays that want space and a few comforts beyond the room.
See Pensiunea Nora ClasicCasa Palace
Nicolae Titulescu Nr.8 300158 Timisoara, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFree car parking and free Wifi are standard. Air conditioning and a hairdryer in the room cover the basics. Best for guests who want a serviced 3-star stay with breakfast and security rather than self-catering.
See Casa PalaceVig Apartments
Str.Mangalia Nr.43, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereVig Apartments on Str.Mangalia Nr.43 gives you a kitchen and a balcony, so you can cook and sit outside rather than rely on restaurants. Family rooms, air conditioning and free car parking make it manageable for those with children and a car. Free Wifi and laundry service add convenience. A 3-star apartment option for longer stays or families who want to settle in.
See Vig ApartmentsLa Masion Paul
Strada Alexandru Vlahuta No10 Timisoara, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereLa Masion Paul on Strada Alexandru Vlahuta No10 is a 3-star apartment with a full kitchen, including dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator. A patio and garden extend the living space, and the bathroom has both shower and bidet. Free car parking and free Wifi are included. Non smoking rooms throughout. Suited to guests who want to self-cater and have outdoor space.
See La Masion PaulNice & Cozy Apartments
31 Bulevardul Iuliu Maniu, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Drivers · Step-free access
- Free car parking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereNice & Cozy Apartments on 31 Bulevardul Iuliu Maniu offers express check in, a terrace and a garden with a picnic area, along with free car parking and free Wifi. Multilingual staff and luggage storage help with arrivals and departures, and the apartment is wheelchair accessible. Good for guests who want outdoor space and easy self-catering with a microwave and refrigerator.
See Nice & Cozy ApartmentsNoe Residence
Bulevardul Constantin Br Ncoveanu No 22, Timisoara, Romania
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereNoe Residence on Bulevardul Constantin Br Ncoveanu No 22 is a compact 3-star address with a 24 hour front desk, luggage storage and a terrace, plus free Wifi. There is no long list of extras, which keeps the stay simple: you get a front desk around the clock and somewhere to sit outside. A reasonable fit for travellers who need little beyond a place to sleep and reliable connectivity.
See Noe ResidenceFriends Residence Apartments
Strada Lacului Nr.1, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
- Bar/Lounge
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereFriends Residence Apartments on Strada Lacului Nr.1 adds a bar or lounge, breakfast and a business center to its 24 hour front desk and 24 hour security, useful if you are mixing work with a stay. Babysitting service and cots help families, and dry cleaning keeps clothes in order. Free Wifi runs throughout. An apartment-style 3-star base for business travellers or families.
See Friends Residence ApartmentsApartament Maria
Bulevardul 16 Decembrie 1989 Nr. 8 Et. 2 Ap. 22, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereApartament Maria on Bulevardul 16 Decembrie 1989 Nr. 8 Et. 2 Ap. 22 provides a kitchen with microwave, air conditioning and family rooms, plus free car parking and a garage. Free Wifi and laundry service round out a self-catering stay. Set on the second floor of a residential building, it suits guests who prefer an apartment to a guesthouse and want to cook for themselves.
See Apartament MariaTimhouse
3 Strada Miron Costin Nr. 3 Apt. 1, Timisoara, Romania
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereTimhouse on 3 Strada Miron Costin Nr. 3 Apt. 1 is a 3-star apartment with a kitchen, a sofa bed and a TV, so it works for a small group or a couple wanting more space than a room. Air conditioning, free Wifi and non smoking rooms are provided, with towels and toiletries supplied. A straightforward choice for self-catering guests who want a quiet, smoke-free flat.
See TimhouseStay in Timisoaracom
Strada Miron Costin 4, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereStay in Timisoaracom on Strada Miron Costin 4 offers apartments with a kitchenette, balcony and family rooms, plus express check in and a garden. Free Wifi and laundry service cover longer stays, and bathrobes and a hairdryer are provided. Air conditioning keeps things cool in warm weather. Suited to families or groups who want to cook and have a balcony and garden to use.
See Stay in TimisoaracomB Apartments Bike Apartment
Piata Sf Nicolae 12, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereB Apartments Bike Apartment on Piata Sf Nicolae 12 includes a bike rental service, a garden and family rooms, with a 24 hour front desk, express check in and free car parking. Air conditioning, cots and free Wifi are available, and the apartment has its own bathroom. A good fit for active guests who want to cycle the city and return to a flat with outdoor space.
See B Apartments Bike ApartmentApartament Alma
Gheorghe Doja Nr 6, Timisoara, Romania
Best for: Families
- Lounge
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereApartament Alma on Gheorghe Doja Nr 6 is a 3-star apartment with a kitchen and kitchenette, family rooms, a lounge and free Wifi. Air conditioning, laundry service and a hairdryer are provided, and the apartment is non smoking. Well suited to families or longer stays that want to cook, spread out in a lounge and keep the flat smoke-free.
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The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensiunea Timişoara | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Pensiunea Sofia | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Pensiunea Nora | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Pensiunea Nora Clasic | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Casa Palace | ★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Vig Apartments | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| La Masion Paul | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Nice & Cozy Apartments | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Noe Residence | ★★★ | – | – |
| Friends Residence Apartments | ★★★ | – | Yes |
| Apartament Maria | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Timhouse | ★★★ | – | – |
| Stay in Timisoaracom | ★★★ | – | – |
| B Apartments Bike Apartment | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Apartament Alma | ★★★ | – | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Pensiunea Timişoara, Pensiunea Nora Clasic, B Apartments Bike Apartment and Apartament Maria all list family rooms among their facilities. They also offer free WiFi and, in most cases, free car parking, which makes arriving with children easier. Apartament Maria and B Apartments Bike Apartment add kitchen or kitchenette facilities, useful for preparing simple meals.
Pensiunea Timişoara · Pensiunea Nora Clasic · B Apartments Bike Apartment · Apartament Maria
For self-catering
Vig Apartments, La Masion Paul, Timhouse, Stay in Timisoaracom and Apartament Alma all provide a kitchen or kitchenette. They are apartment-style stays, so you can cook and eat in rather than relying on restaurants. Each also has free WiFi, and most have free car parking or a garden, giving you both indoor and outdoor space.
Vig Apartments · La Masion Paul · Timhouse · Stay in Timisoaracom · Apartament Alma
With parking
Free car parking is listed at Pensiunea Timişoara, Pensiunea Sofia, Pensiunea Nora, Pensiunea Nora Clasic, Casa Palace, Vig Apartments, La Masion Paul, Nice & Cozy Apartments, Apartament Maria and B Apartments Bike Apartment. This is worth knowing if you are driving to Timisoara, as it removes the need to search for a space on the street.
Pensiunea Timişoara · Pensiunea Sofia · Pensiunea Nora · Pensiunea Nora Clasic · Casa Palace · Vig Apartments
For easy check-in
A 24-hour front desk is available at Pensiunea Timişoara, Pensiunea Sofia, Pensiunea Nora Clasic and Pensiunea Nora Clasic, while Casa Palace, Nice & Cozy Apartments, Stay in Timisoaracom and B Apartments Bike Apartment offer express check-in. These options suit late arrivals or tight schedules, as you are not tied to a limited reception window.
Pensiunea Timişoara · Pensiunea Sofia · Pensiunea Nora Clasic · Casa Palace · Nice & Cozy Apartments · Stay in Timisoaracom
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Questions, answered
Which of these hotels offer free parking?
It is not listed at Noe Residence, Friends Residence Apartments or Timhouse.
Are there family rooms in these 3-star hotels?
Yes. Family rooms are listed at Pensiunea Timişoara, Pensiunea Nora Clasic, Vig Apartments, Apartament Maria, Stay in Timisoaracom, B Apartments Bike Apartment and Apartament Alma. The apartment-style options among them also include kitchen facilities, which can help with children.
Do any have a restaurant or bar on site?
Pensiunea Sofia lists a restaurant. Bars are listed at Pensiunea Sofia, Pensiunea Nora, Pensiunea Nora Clasic, Casa Palace, Friends Residence Apartments and B Apartments Bike Apartment. This means you can eat or have a drink without leaving the property at some of these hotels.
Which is closest to the centre?
The data does not give distances to the centre for these hotels, so a precise closest pick cannot be named. Addresses such as Bulevardul 16 Decembrie 1989, Bulevardul Iuliu Maniu and Strada Miron Costin are central or near-central streets, so properties there are likely to be convenient for the middle of town.
Do these hotels have air conditioning?
Almost all do. Air conditioning is listed at Pensiunea Timişoara, Pensiunea Sofia, Pensiunea Nora, Pensiunea Nora Clasic, Casa Palace, Vig Apartments, La Masion Paul, Apartament Maria, Timhouse, Stay in Timisoaracom, B Apartments Bike Apartment and Apartament Alma. Only Nice & Cozy Apartments, Noe Residence and Friends Residence Apartments do not list it.
Are pets allowed?
None of the hotels in this list name pets among their facilities, so you should assume that pets are not accepted unless the property says otherwise when you contact them directly.
Is there a pool or spa?
No. None of these 3-star properties list a pool or a spa. The facilities on offer are more practical: free WiFi, parking, air conditioning, and in some cases a garden, a bar or a restaurant.
Which hotel is best for a short break?
For a short break, look at properties with express check-in and central addresses, such as Casa Palace on Nicolae Titulescu, Nice & Cozy Apartments on Bulevardul Iuliu Maniu or Stay in Timisoaracom on Strada Miron Costin. They combine simple arrival with a location that lets you reach the city's squares without much travel.
Hotels near landmarks
The nearest hotels to the landmarks in and around Timisoara