Cluj Napoca travel guide
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You're Going to Love Cluj Napoca
With a population of 316 748, Cluj Napoca is the largest city in Cluj, Romania by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cluj Napoca to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Cluj Napoca
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Cluj Napoca in July, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -6 °C, with an average temperature of -3 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Cluj Napoca, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.
How to Get to Cluj Napoca
Plane
When flying to Cluj Napoca, you’ll arrive at Cluj Napoca (CLJ), which is located 5 km from the city centre.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Cluj Napoca, including FlixBus, BlaBlaBus and Regiojet. From Bucharest, the bus ride to Cluj Napoca takes 917 km and will cost you around $55. From Vienna, the ticket costs about $121 for a journey of 1078 km. The most popular bus station is Cluj Napoca Autogara Sens Vest, located 2.5 km from the city centre of Cluj Napoca. Cluj Napoca Ploiesti is also a commonly used station, and is 1.9 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Cluj Napoca
Where to stay in Cluj Napoca
From 5-star hotels such as the Grand Hotel Italia to great affordable options like the Lol Et Lola Hotel, Cluj Napoca offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $150 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cluj Napoca, with prices from $43 to $516 per night. Centru is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cluj Napoca are about 10% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Centru - Hotel Beyfin, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cluj - City Plaza and Retro Hostel have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Centru will cost you about $88 per night.
Where to stay in popular areas of Cluj Napoca
Most booked hotels in Cluj Napoca
Hiring a car in Cluj Napoca
Expect to pay $2.65 per litre in Cluj Napoca (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $31.75 and $42.33. The most frequently booked car type in Cluj Napoca is Intermediate (Volkswagen T-Cross or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Class Compact SUV or similar) is, on average, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.