Mercure Bucharest City Center

It's located on George Enescu Street, a minute away from Bucharest’s most picturesque landmark, the Romanian Athenaeum. It's in a popular corner filled with hip eateries and coffee shops. You’re also in the right spot to stroll down to Calea Victoriei for a tour of the city’s grand Belle Époque palaces and the historically evocative Revolution Square. Romană Square is also nearby, connected to all means of transport.

The hotel is devised around the world-famous Romanian composer George Enescu, after whom the street is named. It's a new-build hotel with a modern yet avant-garde façade. Inside, clean lines add to a pleasant, contemporary look. This is a great hotel for those looking for a fuss-free hotel experience.

Expect good service, with a welcome drink upon arrival. The hotel is a popular choice for many visitors looking for good value for money, therefore check-in can get crowded at times. There’s a great wine rack in the lobby, as well as a wine bar fitting for connoisseurs, complete with a summer terrace. There's also a small fitness centre. Service is slightly irregular, but the overall atmosphere is pleasant.

Rooms are cosy, with musical scores discreetly decorating the walls, continuing the ode to the grand Romanian composer. Modern furnishings in grey hues set the tone, while the patterned carpet and scenes from interwar Bucharest contribute to its distinct character. There is a sizable desk and a comfortable bed. Be advised that rooms facing George Enescu Street become somewhat noisy during weekends from the adjacent bars and pubs.

Winestone restaurant-bar pairs classically Romanian dishes with an attractive selection of local and international wines. The sour soup with pork meatballs is a great traditional dish to start with, followed by a succulent beef fillet served on a stone plate with gratin potatoes and green peppercorn sauce. Finish off with a gut-reviving shot of țuica, Romanian plum brandy. Breakfast is served in the same place, a great selection of French pastries as well as savoury options such as scrambled eggs, feta cheese and Romanian aubergine salad. 

Double Superior rooms from 394 Romanian leu (£75) in low season; and from 532 Romanian leu (£101) in high. Rates don’t include nine per cent VAT and one per cent city tax. Breakfast comes at an additional charge of 60 Romanian leu (£11). Free Wi-Fi.

Yes, there are lifts and three adapted rooms.

Yes, there are interconnecting rooms. Extra beds and baby cots are available on request. Pets are also allowed for an extra charge.