Best Accommodation In Transylvania

Have we told you that all the properties that we recommend and include in any itinerary are tried and tested first by the team at Beyond Dracula?

This is something that we take pride in and also it’s a strategy that helped keep our customer satisfaction very high throughout the years.

As one of our most requested destinations, we have compiled a list of some of the best guesthouses in Transylvania, in case you consider visiting Romania.

Most beautiful guesthouses in Transylvania

Zabola Estate

Zabola Estate is set at the foothills of the Carpathian Mountains, surrounded by lush forests, deep in the heart of Transylvania. 

The Castle Park comprises seven historical buildings, lakes, over 100 species of trees, and the estate’s Carpathian Mountain Conservation area.

With some of the guesthouses dating back to the 18th century, Zabola estate prides itself on its conservation efforts, not just for the historic heritage, but as well for the nature surrounding the estate. 

If you dream of an authentic countryside experience, Zabola is perfect for wildlife watching, horseback riding, horse carriage tours, candlelight dinners in their pavilion, and picnics in nature.

Bethlen Estates

Three centuries-old guesthouses, beautifully restored to their old charm, make Bethlen Estates perfect for those who appreciate both rural living and contemporary amenities. 

Surrounded by the breathtaking wilderness and the last virgin forests of Europe, Bethlen Estates can be a starting point for your adventure throughout Transylvania. 

Whether you want to visit picturesque Saxon villages, fortified churches, centuries-old cities or spend time in nature horseback riding, bird watching, hiking, or fishing, Bethlen Estates has a great location, close to major points of interest in Transylvania. 

Besides, you can roam the roads or forests of Transylvania in a classic car, as Bethlen Estates offer tours in their classic BMW 3.0 CS or the legendary series II Land Rover.

Viscri 125

Viscri 125 takes its name after the village in which it is located. Viscri is one of the most beautiful villages in Transylvania and the fortified church sitting at its center is a UNESCO World Heritage site.

A traditional Saxon farm purchased by a young Romanian couple who beautifully restored and transformed it into a guesthouse, Viscri 125 is ideal if you want a tranquil rural escape.

This property is particularly great for families with children as it was designed as children-friendly as possible, the owners themselves having 3 beautiful kids.

As stated on their own website, “bedsides the large gardens to run around in and trees to climb, we also have three play areas specifically designed for the little ones. Ronny, our local carpenter, has built them by hand, choosing the wood himself directly from the forest and sanding and joining each element so that it is a joy to use, but also completely safe for the kids to use.”

For adults, probably the biggest attraction on the property is the barn. The Barn is where food prepared by “tanti” Vio, a local lady that cooks like a gifted grandmother is served. The hosts have done their best to preserve and display the beautiful wooden structure of the original barn.

Besides the outdoor activities such as hiking, horseback riding or biking, probably some of the most interesting ones, if you’d like to immerse yourself in the local culture, are the local crafts.

The Prince of Wales’ Guesthouse in Transylvania

His Royal Highness, The Prince of Wales fell in love with Transylvania when he first visited it in the 90s. 

Prince Charles is actively fighting for protecting the local heritage and the forests of Transylvania and, besides being an ambassador of the region through his actions and charities, he also owns several properties, including a guesthouse.

Initially bought as a vacation house for his many visits to Transylvania, after carefully restoring it with traditional methods and materials in order to keep its authenticity, the property is now open to the public, acting as a guesthouse.

Each room is furnished exclusively with antique Transylvanian furniture and, for your tranquility, there is no TV or radio in any room. You can, on the other hand, find plenty of books on the shelves.

Throughout the warm months (May through September) the property offers daily activities such as guided visits to local craftsmen, horseback riding, hiking, biking tours, horse carriage rides, and, for food lovers, “al fresco” dinners on the surrounding hills, in one word – bliss.

Cincsor

Cincsor is actually a complex of four different guesthouses, 2 former traditional Saxxon houses restored to their former glory keeping most of the original elements, a former parish house, and a former Evangelical school.

Spending time at Cincsor Guesthouses is in itself quite an experience. An imposing fortified church that is more than 600 years old, sits at the center of Cincsor village, which is home to Cincsor Guesthouses.

You can immerse yourself in the local culture by interacting with the locals, spending time at the guesthouse reading one or more of the many books in the common area, or just gazing at the beautiful peaks surrounding the village, the Fagaras Mountains that are part of the Carpathians.

Copsa Mare Guesthouse

Copsa Mare Guesthouse, similarly to other guesthouses in Transylvania on this list, takes its name after the village it calls home, Copsa Mare.

Another traditional Saxon guesthouse, close by Biertan, one of the most beautiful villages in Transylvania and a UNESCO World Heritage, Copsa Mare Guesthouse is a tranquility oasis if you are looking for a traditional stay, yet you value the comfort of a modern lifestyle.

Dive into the local cuisine, served at the guesthouse while enjoying organic ingredients, grown in-house or sourced from local farmers in order to reduce carbon emissions.

Which one is your favorite?

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