Cotroceni Travel Guide
Bucharest
Popular places to visit
National Museum Cotroceni
You can browse the exhibits at National Museum Cotroceni, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Bucharest. Discover the area's museums and churches.
Palace of the Parliament
Wander through the extravagant and pompous rooms of this monstrous palace, which stands as a stark reminder of Romania’s troublesome communist years.
Piata Unirii
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to Piata Unirii. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Romanian Athenaeum
Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.
Piata Romana
Find out about the history of Bucharest with a stop at Piata Romana. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
University Square
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to University Square. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
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Premium Tour Bran & Peles Castle from Bucharest
Top hotels in Cotroceni
Continental Forum Bucuresti Palatul Parlamentului
The room was clean and well looked after with a great view of the cathedral. The staff were friendly and helpful and the food and service were great. Only downsides: The road outside was quite busy and noisy in the mornings. It was quite warm in the rooms and they had turned off the air conditioning ...
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Le Blanc Cotroceni hotel
The pillows! The comfy bed. Lovely staff. especially kind was the young man at breakfast. Spotless hotel.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Grand Hotel Bucharest
The room was clean with a comfortable bed. I had a balcony along with a nice view. The hotel lobby was nice and staff were helpful. What i didnt like was the tub in the bathroom as it was deep and high which made it difficult to shower. I slipped when climbing out. Also the checkout process was terrible ...
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Peakture Hotel Bucharest
WI-FI was intermittent. You can not depend on it if you are planning to use the internet. Otherwise, great location and clean.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
RIN Airport
Property was clean, well-maintained and near the airport. The spa / pool was an extra charge (not specified in the Expedia property listing) and I was told there isn't actually an area shuttle. But the airport shuttle was on time and convenient.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
InterContinental Athénée Palace Bucharest by IHG
I didn’t stay this time but couldn’t cancel my booking. It is a great hotel in the centre of Bucharest, but 45 minutes from the airport
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Cotroceni
Gara de Nord
While Gara de Nord may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Victoria Square and Museum of the Romanian Peasant.
Lipscani
Lipscani is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Curtea Veche or National History Museum of Romania.
Bucharest Old Town
Unique features of Bucharest Old Town include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Bucharest Museum or Curtea Veche while you're exploring the area.
Bucharest City-Centre
Museums, historical sites and art galleries are just a few things travellers like about Bucharest City-Centre. Sights like Central University Library and Revolution Square are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Bucharest area at University Station.
Dorobanți
While Dorobanți may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum of the Romanian Peasant and Victoria Square.
Drumul Taberei
Drumul Taberei might not have many top sights, but Terra Park and Ghencea Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
