Zarea Hotel

Hotel Zarea, at 4 Anton Pann Street, is a budget hotel right in central Chișinău, close to the National Bank, the Academy of Economic Studies and the Pushkin House Museum. Its website lists economy double and triple rooms as well as more comfortable doubles; there is a bar-café and a conference room, and cards are accepted.

Ratings are below average and experiences vary. On the plus side, guests mention the central location, city views from the upper floors, the lift and, at times, friendly staff. More often, though, they complain about cleanliness, unpleasant smells in rooms and corridors, the dated building and furniture, and shared bathrooms on each floor in the economy rooms.

Before booking, check exactly which room type you are getting and whether it has a private bathroom; reception contact details are in the listing.