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3-star hotels in Zalau
A shortlist of 9 three-star hotels in Zalău, Sălaj County, drawn from the booking catalogue and ordered by distance from the centre. It suits couples, families and business travellers who want a straightforward, well-equipped base in the town.
Staying in Zalau
Zalău is the main town of Sălaj County in Romania, and this page gathers 9 three-star properties in and around it. All of the addresses read Zalău, Sălaj County, so the hotels sit in the town itself rather than in a separate resort district, and the list is ordered by distance from the centre of Zalău. That means the first entries are the closest to the middle of town, while the others spread outward, several of them still within reach of shops and everyday services.
The mix covers hotels and studios. Hotel Brilliant Meseș, Hotel Royal, Queens Hotel, Hotel Transilvania Zalău, Hotel Opal Zalau, Aria by Brilliant and Pensiunea Colina are classic hotel stays, several with bars, restaurants, banquet space and gardens. Cozy Studio Apartament Zalau and Cozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center Mall offer kitchen or kitchenette accommodation, which suits longer stays. Couples get terraces and bars, families get family rooms and playgrounds, and business travellers get business centres, meeting and conference rooms.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Hotel Brilliant Meseș
Zalău, Sălaj County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereHotel Brilliant Meseș is a 3-star address in Zalău, Sălaj County, with free wifi and free car parking that make it simple to arrive and stay connected. Business travellers can use the business centre and banquet space, while families have family rooms available. Room service brings breakfast to the door, and the garden offers a quiet place to unwind after a day in Zalău.
See Hotel Brilliant MeseșHotel Royal
Zalău, Sălaj County
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Bar/Snack/Cafe
- Free Wifi
Why stay hereHotel Royal suits guests who want a straightforward 3-star base in Zalău, Sălaj County, with a 24 hour front desk for late arrivals and departures. Free wifi and free car parking cover the practical side, and non smoking rooms are available for those who prefer them. Balconies and a terrace give guests somewhere to sit outdoors, and each room comes with towels, toiletries and a hairdryer.
See Hotel RoyalPensiunea Colina
Zalău, Sălaj County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Free Wifi
Why stay herePensiunea Colina is a 3-star guesthouse in Zalău, Sălaj County, with free wifi and free car parking. Family rooms and a playground make it a natural fit for guests travelling with children, and the garden adds outdoor space on site.
See Pensiunea ColinaQueens Hotel
Zalău, Sălaj County
Best for: Drivers · Breakfast
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereQueens Hotel is a 3-star option in Zalău, Sălaj County, with free wifi and free car parking. Guests can eat on site at the restaurant, and the cafe and terrace provide other spots to sit. Conference halls and a meeting room suit business guests, while concierge service, luggage storage and room service handle the details. Free bottled water and a minibar are provided in the rooms.
See Queens HotelHotel Transilvania Zalău
Zalău, Sălaj County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereHotel Transilvania Zalău is a 3-star hotel in Zalău, Sălaj County, offering free wifi and free car parking. Family rooms are available, and balconies give guests their own outdoor space. A bar, banquet facilities and lunch service cover dining and events on site, while the garden offers somewhere quieter to relax. Non smoking rooms, a hairdryer and a refrigerator are among the room features.
See Hotel Transilvania ZalăuCozy Studio Apartament Zalau
Zalău, Sălaj County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereCozy Studio Apartament Zalau is a 3-star apartment-style stay in Zalău, Sălaj County, with free wifi and free car parking. A kitchen and microwave let guests prepare their own meals, and coffee is on hand. Cleaning and laundry service keep the apartment in order during longer stays, while express check in and a 24 hour front desk make arrival easy. Family rooms are available.
See Cozy Studio Apartament ZalauCozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center Mall
Zalău, Sălaj County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Pets allowed
- Family rooms
Why stay hereCozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center Mall is a 3-star apartment in Zalău, Sălaj County, with free wifi and free car parking. The kitchen and kitchenette allow guests to cook for themselves, and air conditioning keeps the space comfortable. Cleaning and laundry service suit longer visits, and express check in speeds up arrival. Pets are allowed, and family rooms are available.
See Cozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center MallAria by Brilliant
Zalău, Sălaj County
Best for: Breakfast · Business trips
- Breakfast
- Bar/Snack/Cafe
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAria by Brilliant is a 3-star hotel in Zalău, Sălaj County, with free wifi and 24 hour security. Business guests can use the business centre or the banquet space, and breakfast is served as a buffet or brought to the room. Air conditioning and bathrobes add comfort, while balconies and a bar and snack cafe give guests places to relax. Car rental service is also offered.
See Aria by BrilliantHotel Opal Zalau
Zalău, Sălaj County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay hereHotel Opal Zalau is a 3-star hotel in Zalău, Sălaj County, with free car parking for guests arriving by car. Breakfast is served on site, and the bar and banquet facilities cover drinks and events. Family rooms are available, and air conditioning keeps rooms comfortable. Express check in and a 24 hour front desk make arrivals and departures flexible, with balconies in some rooms.
See Hotel Opal Zalau
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Brilliant Meseș | ★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Hotel Royal | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Pensiunea Colina | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Queens Hotel | ★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Hotel Transilvania Zalău | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Cozy Studio Apartament Zalau | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Cozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center Mall | ★★★ | Yes | – |
| Aria by Brilliant | ★★★ | – | Yes |
| Hotel Opal Zalau | ★★★ | Yes | Yes |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
Pensiunea Colina adds a playground and family rooms, handy with children. Hotel Brilliant Meseș and Hotel Transilvania Zalău both list family rooms and gardens, and Hotel Opal Zalau pairs family rooms with free car parking.
Pensiunea Colina · Hotel Brilliant Meseș · Hotel Transilvania Zalău · Hotel Opal Zalau
For business travellers
Hotel Brilliant Meseș and Aria by Brilliant both have a business centre, and Aria by Brilliant adds banquet space. Queens Hotel offers conference halls and a meeting room, while Hotel Opal Zalau keeps a 24-hour front desk and express check-in for late arrivals.
Hotel Brilliant Meseș · Queens Hotel · Aria by Brilliant · Hotel Opal Zalau
Self-catering stays
Cozy Studio Apartament Zalau has a kitchen and a microwave, plus car rental service and laundry. Cozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center Mall has both a kitchen and a kitchenette, and it is the one property here that allows pets.
Cozy Studio Apartament Zalau · Cozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center Mall
Couples and short breaks
Hotel Royal keeps things simple with balconies, a bar and a terrace. Aria by Brilliant adds bathrobes, a bidet and breakfast in room, and Queens Hotel has a cafe, terrace and minibar for an easy few days.
Questions, answered
Which of these hotels have free parking?
Free car parking is listed by Hotel Brilliant Meseș, Hotel Royal, Pensiunea Colina, Queens Hotel, Hotel Transilvania Zalău, Cozy Studio Apartament Zalau, Cozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center Mall and Hotel Opal Zalau. Hotel Royal also lists parking separately.
Do any of these hotels allow pets?
Among the properties on this shortlist, Cozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center Mall is the one that states pets allowed. The other hotels' facility lists do not mention pets, so ask them directly before booking.
Which hotel is best for families?
Pensiunea Colina has a playground alongside family rooms and a garden. Hotel Brilliant Meseș, Hotel Transilvania Zalău and Hotel Opal Zalau all list family rooms too, and Hotel Brilliant Meseș and Hotel Transilvania Zalău add a garden.
Can I get breakfast at these hotels?
Breakfast is listed at Hotel Brilliant Meseș, which also offers breakfast in room, at Queens Hotel, and at Aria by Brilliant, where breakfast in room and a buffet are listed. The other properties do not state breakfast in their records.
Which hotels suit business travellers?
Hotel Brilliant Meseș and Aria by Brilliant both list a business centre. Queens Hotel has conference halls and a meeting room, and Aria by Brilliant and Hotel Brilliant Meseș add banquet facilities for larger gatherings.
Do any hotels have self-catering facilities?
Cozy Studio Apartament Zalau has a kitchen and a microwave. Cozy Studio 1 Bedroom Nearby Value Center Mall has a kitchen and a kitchenette. Hotel Transilvania Zalău lists a refrigerator, but not cooking facilities.
Which are the closest to the centre of Zalău?
This list is ordered by distance from the centre of Zalău, so the properties at the top of the page are the nearest. Hotel Brilliant Meseș comes first, followed by Hotel Royal, with the later entries further out.
Which is the top-rated pick?
Guest ratings are not part of the records shown here, so no rating can be compared. Choose by what the facilities offer: Hotel Brilliant Meseș for business and family use, Aria by Brilliant for extras such as bathrobes, and Pensiunea Colina for a playground.