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Placed in the medieval heart of Brasov, Vila Katharina 4* is an architectural jewel of the 19th century, finely restored to the smallest details of the original indoor painting and brought back to life in the form of a boutique hotel. Once you get here, you will enjoy the noble air of the 3 rooms, furnished in Biedermeier and Art Deco style and you will go back in time, through the atmosphere of an elegant and sophisticated house from the past, yet touched by the comfort of the present.
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Strada Poarta Schei 20, Brasov 500020 Romania
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Great for walkers
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Romania was our final stop on our European tour for our honeymoon/first anniversary. We stayed three nights in Brasov.
Our stay at the Vila Katharina was one of the highlights of our trip to Brasov. Most hotels are just a staging ground for you excursions but VK was part of the experience. The staff were very prompt and helpful when we asked for transportation advice as we arrived in Romania. They greeted us with an authentic Romanian drink but brought us quickly to our room.
Most of the five star reviews of VK will say the same: The hotel lacks none of the common amenities of a more commercial hotel. Service is daily and the wifi is good. The room is beautiful, large, and unique. Its character extends beyond a comfortable or classic decor and verges on art. It feels like it belongs to another era, and you will too when you stay here. It is not close to the city center, as other reviews describe, but IN the city center. While it is a short walk to the square, VK is in Old Brasov, within the historic city walls and walking anywhere, especially to the square, is like strolling through a medieval city.
A few of my particular favorites included:
The windows have blackout drapes but also open all the way to allow fresh air. This lets us bask in the daylight and cool breezes but also sleep well at night.
The welcome book is far more comprehensive than most I've seen. It is a full guidebook to Brasov and Transylvania. A guest just arriving with no plans could book their entire vacation from the room.
While the hotel provides coffee and tea, I often prefer a second cup and walked to coffee shops in the square each morning. I recommend this. The walk is short but stunning and, if you are a good city explorer, you'll find the shortcut behind the Black Church, a haunting and beautiful walk.
The room's small coffee table is adorned with a complimentary bottle of mineral water and two elegant wine glasses on a silver tray (don't worry, it's only for decoration, we encountered no Vampires or Werewolves). Drink the water before you leave for the day, and return with a bottle of Transylvanian wine, there are some quality vintages in Brasov. Set the wine on the tray when you return for the night and make the room your final lounge of the evening.
Brasov has nice hotels. Some luxury hotels even cost less than VK. But for a few days, we felt like we were part of the Transylvanian countryside. I would send any friends or family to this hotel.
Our stay at the Vila Katharina was one of the highlights of our trip to Brasov. Most hotels are just a staging ground for you excursions but VK was part of the experience. The staff were very prompt and helpful when we asked for transportation advice as we arrived in Romania. They greeted us with an authentic Romanian drink but brought us quickly to our room.
Most of the five star reviews of VK will say the same: The hotel lacks none of the common amenities of a more commercial hotel. Service is daily and the wifi is good. The room is beautiful, large, and unique. Its character extends beyond a comfortable or classic decor and verges on art. It feels like it belongs to another era, and you will too when you stay here. It is not close to the city center, as other reviews describe, but IN the city center. While it is a short walk to the square, VK is in Old Brasov, within the historic city walls and walking anywhere, especially to the square, is like strolling through a medieval city.
A few of my particular favorites included:
The windows have blackout drapes but also open all the way to allow fresh air. This lets us bask in the daylight and cool breezes but also sleep well at night.
The welcome book is far more comprehensive than most I've seen. It is a full guidebook to Brasov and Transylvania. A guest just arriving with no plans could book their entire vacation from the room.
While the hotel provides coffee and tea, I often prefer a second cup and walked to coffee shops in the square each morning. I recommend this. The walk is short but stunning and, if you are a good city explorer, you'll find the shortcut behind the Black Church, a haunting and beautiful walk.
The room's small coffee table is adorned with a complimentary bottle of mineral water and two elegant wine glasses on a silver tray (don't worry, it's only for decoration, we encountered no Vampires or Werewolves). Drink the water before you leave for the day, and return with a bottle of Transylvanian wine, there are some quality vintages in Brasov. Set the wine on the tray when you return for the night and make the room your final lounge of the evening.
Brasov has nice hotels. Some luxury hotels even cost less than VK. But for a few days, we felt like we were part of the Transylvanian countryside. I would send any friends or family to this hotel.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Room Tip:Â The Onyx Room was my favorite.
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Vila Katharina epitomises the true meaning of boutique with just 3 super chic rooms. They are uniquely & exquisitely decorated, with fine period furnishings, myriad special touches, & great attention to detail. Large, comfy beds with high end pillows & linens.The bathroom in my room, Safir, was especially stunning with its cast iron tub & arty wall paintings. Breakfast, ordered the night before, offers a choice of English, French Russian or Transylvanian cuisine. All perfectly nice, though I was surprised the orange juice wasn’t freshly squeezed. Breakfast is served either in-room or in a tiny, quaint & characterful dining room. There is a little library area adjacent where you can take a drink. The location is great for being in the heart of town. The hotel frontage is discreet, just the beautiful Vila Katharina sign indicates it’s presence. Downsides…. there are a few steps to negotiate to rooms, & the church bells may bother light sleepers.
Overall though, a wonderful stay.
Overall though, a wonderful stay.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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We stayed in Vila Katharina for 4 nights when we visited BraÅŸov in February 2023. I can honestly say it was utter perfection. Beautifully quaint and luxuriously decorated throughout, we stayed in the Onix suite which blew our minds. High quality antique wood dressers, enormous bed, stand alone bathtub for soaking in after a long day of exploring and all toiletries provided.
Better still, the staff in this hotel are some of the kindest, accommodating and helpful I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Despite our fairly lacklustre attempts at communicating in Romanian, the staff spoke wonderful English and were endlessly tolerant of us.
The breakfasts each morning were delicious and fresh, perfect for starting out on a day of activities, which are only a stone’s throw away given the excellent location of this hotel. Please consider trying the Katharina Breakfast of Confit duck, caramelised onions, a fresh fruit compote with honey sweetened yoghurt and a delightful glass of dry prosecco. It was the highlight even though I tried this for the first time on the morning we had to leave!
I regret to say I did not catch the name of the sweet girl who tended to us (24 hours per day!!!) for the duration of our stay, but if she does see this, (yes, You, with the pretty blue hair!) you helped to make our visit to Romania one of the most comfortable and pleasant experiences we have ever had on our travels. We will remember you for a long time. More importantly, we hope to visit you again soon!
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Better still, the staff in this hotel are some of the kindest, accommodating and helpful I have ever had the pleasure of meeting. Despite our fairly lacklustre attempts at communicating in Romanian, the staff spoke wonderful English and were endlessly tolerant of us.
The breakfasts each morning were delicious and fresh, perfect for starting out on a day of activities, which are only a stone’s throw away given the excellent location of this hotel. Please consider trying the Katharina Breakfast of Confit duck, caramelised onions, a fresh fruit compote with honey sweetened yoghurt and a delightful glass of dry prosecco. It was the highlight even though I tried this for the first time on the morning we had to leave!
I regret to say I did not catch the name of the sweet girl who tended to us (24 hours per day!!!) for the duration of our stay, but if she does see this, (yes, You, with the pretty blue hair!) you helped to make our visit to Romania one of the most comfortable and pleasant experiences we have ever had on our travels. We will remember you for a long time. More importantly, we hope to visit you again soon!
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Katharina was the mistress of Vlad the Impaler, she had 5 children with him. This place is very cozy and you can also plan a baby here. not too many bedrooms and a great alternative to a dry hotel room. breakfast is an interesting experience because you will feel like a nobleman from a century ago. Also in the bathroom you can feel a vintage experience because the shower pressure is so low
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Gorgeous room with very tasteful decor y little delightful details everywhere. Delicious breakfast with a la carte service, impeccably presented in a beautiful little room with luxurious china and silverware. Great location, within walking distance of the main sights and attractions in Brasov. Warm, friendly and smiling staff make the stay enjoyable and are ready to help in every way they can. The atmosphere at Vila Katharina was so lovely that I even canceled one of the tours I had booked previously, just so that I could sleep in and enjoy this little gem of a hotel more.
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Date of stay: July 2019
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I really loved this hotel. The staff were friendly and offered us a small drink of local produce on arrival. Our room Onyx was just gorgeous. Really interesting and full of character. Loved the huge doors into the bathroom and we had a bath in the morning, very relaxing. I wish we could have stayed longer! There is shower gel, soap, shampoo in the room, no conditioner (I had my own). Great location into the town. Note, no lift. We choose breakfast the night before to have in the garden which was lovely. Note there are only two tables and if you get lucky like us you will be alone but if not you may have people next to you smoking.
I would recommend staying here. Also the jewellery shop attached is worth a look lots of pieces of interest.
I would recommend staying here. Also the jewellery shop attached is worth a look lots of pieces of interest.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Located in the heart of Brasov, Romania, Vila Katharina is a luxurious hotel that exudes elegance and charm.
The hotel's exquisite architecture and lush green surroundings create a tranquil atmosphere for guests to enjoy.
The spacious rooms are tastefully decorated with modern furnishings and offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The attentive staff provides top-notch service, ensuring that guests have a memorable and comfortable stay. Whether you're relaxing in the beautiful garden or indulging in the delicious cuisine at the on-site restaurant, Vila Katharina offers a truly unforgettable experience for anyone seeking a sophisticated and relaxing retreat in Brasov.
The hotel's exquisite architecture and lush green surroundings create a tranquil atmosphere for guests to enjoy.
The spacious rooms are tastefully decorated with modern furnishings and offer stunning views of the surrounding mountains. The attentive staff provides top-notch service, ensuring that guests have a memorable and comfortable stay. Whether you're relaxing in the beautiful garden or indulging in the delicious cuisine at the on-site restaurant, Vila Katharina offers a truly unforgettable experience for anyone seeking a sophisticated and relaxing retreat in Brasov.
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Date of stay: April 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We ended up not being able to travel to Brasov due to COVID-19 related issues. The hotel was so accommodating and helpful - it just proves that their customer service is as good as they claim. We look forward to staying here in the future.
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Date of stay: June 2020
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We stayed here for 4 nights and everything was very good. We had booked a deluxe king suite and it was very spacious with a separate living area. The one great thing which we hadn’t found on the 2 weeks which we had already spent travelling in Romania was tea and coffee making facilities in the room. Despite being only a few minutes walk from the main square it was very quiet. They also have some reserved parking spaces outside the front of the hotel which was very convenient as parking would be a nightmare. The only downside was you had to order your breakfast the night before - we generally don’t know what we want until the morning.
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Date of stay: September 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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We spent three nights at Vila Katharina in September. Very nice hotel. Centrally located for walking in the city center. Our room had a king bed and was both spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was made to order from selections made the day before -- nice choice of omelets / continental breakfast options. Not to be underestimated is a parking spot in front of the hotel. You pay for parking, however, this is a convenience that should not be under-estimated. Ana the manager of the hotel provided excellent service. Hotel arranged for laundry service during our stay. Overall an excellent experience.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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There is parking in the street that belong to the hotel. They have parking for 3 cars (one fo each room in the hotel)
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PRICE RANGE
RÂ 2,443 - RÂ 2,635 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
RomaniaTransylvaniaCentral RomaniaBrasov CountyBrasov
NUMBER OF ROOMS
3
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Top room amenities include a minibar, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
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