Hotels in Moldova

Hotels in Moldova: your guide to where to stay

How much does a hotel in Moldova cost?

The price depends on the standard, the city and the dates. The table shows indicative nightly rates for a double room. Winter is usually cheapest, while summer is the priciest, when the streets turn into festivals. Most properties are concentrated in the capital.

Indicative rates, updated periodically. For exact prices and availability, select your dates in the search above.

Where to stay in Moldova: most popular cities

Tourism centres on the capital, but wine villages and regional towns have their own properties too. These are the destinations travellers choose most often:

• Chisinau. The capital and by far the widest choice of hotels, from hostels to 5-star properties. The best base for sightseeing and wine-country trips.
• Balti. The second-largest city in the north, a business base with budget stays.
• Comrat. The capital of the Gagauz autonomy in the south, with small hotels and guesthouses.
• Purcari. A famous winery and the surrounding area with hotels by the vineyards, great for a wine weekend.
• Milestii Mici. Home to the largest wine cellar in the world, close to the capital, with a few guesthouses.

Nightly rates vary between cities. Here are indicative prices per night for a double room:

What to see in Moldova

The country combines greenery, heritage and wine culture, so a trip is easy to tailor to your own interests.

• Stefan cel Mare Park. The green heart of Chisinau with fountains and dozens of plant species, a good start to exploring the capital.
• Old Orhei (Orheiul Vechi). A rock-cut archaeological complex with a monastery carved into the cliff above the river, one of the country's key sights.
• The wineries. Cricova, Milestii Mici and Purcari are underground wine cities with tastings. Moldova is known for its red wines, including the Rara Neagra grape.
• Soroca Fort. A well-preserved medieval fortress on the Dniester, from the time of Stephen the Great.
• Chisinau Botanical Garden. Old trees and picturesque lakes, a quiet stop in the city.

How much does a trip to Moldova cost

Beyond the room, daily costs are very low. A meal in a standard restaurant is about 200 MDL, a beer 20-30 MDL, and a trolleybus or bus ride costs only a few lei. Large hotels and restaurants take cards, but taxis, cafes and public transport are often cash only. ATMs are in the cities and card payments are slowly spreading.

When is the best time to visit Moldova

The most pleasant time is May to August, when temperatures reach 22-28°C and humidity is low. This is the season of festivals and lively parks. October brings the grape harvest and National Wine Day in Chisinau, a great moment for wine lovers. Winter is cheaper but cold.

Getting to and around Moldova

International flights use Chisinau airport, with direct routes from Bucharest, Istanbul, Warsaw and low-cost links from several European cities. Trains arrive from Bucharest (an overnight service) and from Ukraine. Buses run cheaply and conveniently from Kyiv, Odesa and Romanian cities. Around the country you mostly travel by minibus (marshrutka) and bus, while Chisinau also has a trolleybus network. A single ticket costs just a few lei.

Example hotels in Moldova

A few recognisable properties in Chisinau for reference:

• Radisson Blu Leogrand in Chisinau (5-star, central, from approx. 3,500 MDL).
• Tulip Residence & Spa Hotel and Bristol Central Park Hotel (4-star, from approx. 1,100 MDL).
• London Boutique Hotel and Mercure Chisinau Center (4-star, from approx. 1,300 MDL).