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4-star hotels in Eselnita
This shortlist gathers the 4-star hotels in Eșelnița, Mehedinți County, drawn from the booking catalogue and ordered by distance from the centre. It is for travellers comparing the town's higher-rated guest houses and resorts before booking.
Staying in Eselnita
Eșelnița sits in Mehedinți County, Romania, on the Danube, close to the Iron Gates gorge. It is a small riverside place where the draw is the water itself, the wooded slopes behind it and the quiet of a village rather than a resort strip. Days here are spent on or beside the Danube; the surrounding county rewards slow exploration. This is short-break country rather than a city stop.
Every hotel on this list has an address in Eșelnița, Mehedinți County, so all 11 sit in the town itself rather than in a separate quarter. Couples will find villas and guest houses with balconies and lake or garden settings; families are served by the properties listing family rooms, several of which also have kitchens and cots. Business travellers are more limited — only Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant lists a business centre — and a handful of properties offer 24-hour front desk and express check-in.
The shortlist
Ranked by hotel class, then guest rating and number of reviews.
Villa Frans și Căbănuțe
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereVilla Frans și Căbănuțe suits guests who want a 4-star base for days on the water, with fishing on site and a beach nearby. Each room has air conditioning and a balcony, and some come with a Jacuzzi. A garden and a fireplace give the property a settled, lived-in feel, while free car parking and free Wifi cover the practical side. Currency exchange on site is a small convenience. It is a good fit for couples and small groups who plan to spend their time outdoors.
See Villa Frans și CăbănuțeCasa Andrei
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Kitchen
Why stay hereFamilies are the obvious match for Casa Andrei, a 4-star property with family rooms and a kitchen or kitchenette plus a microwave for simple meals. A balcony and air conditioning keep the rooms comfortable, and there is a garden and a lake on the grounds. Free car parking and free Wifi are included, and the beach is nearby. Laundry service and an iron and board help on longer stays with children.
See Casa AndreiAlegria
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
- Bar/Lounge
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay hereAlegria leans towards active guests: archery, badminton, canoeing and bike rental are all offered at this 4-star address. A bar and lounge, 24-hour front desk and 24-hour security make it easy to come and go, and the beach is nearby. Rooms have air conditioning, a balcony and a bath or bathroom. Car rental service on site is handy for exploring Mehedinți County. It suits groups and couples who want things to do without leaving the property.
See AlegriaPensiunea Sunshine
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Breakfast
- Family rooms
Why stay herePensiunea Sunshine is a 4-star guesthouse for travellers who want breakfast on site and a canoe to take out, with the beach nearby. A bar, free Wifi and free car parking round out the essentials, and there is air conditioning and a balcony in the rooms. Fishing is also available for those who bring their tackle.
See Pensiunea SunshineCabana Plapumioara
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Drivers
- Free car parking
- Lounge
- Kitchen
Why stay hereCabana Plapumioara works well for self-catering groups: a kitchen and a dishwasher sit alongside a lounge, a bar, a garden and free car parking at this 4-star cabin. Rooms have air conditioning and a balcony, and the beach is nearby. Fishing is possible on site, and free Wifi and laundry service cover longer stays. It suits families or friends who prefer to cook and gather together rather than eat out every evening.
See Cabana PlapumioaraRiviera 990 Resort & Restaurant
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Families · Breakfast
- Breakfast in room
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereRiviera 990 Resort & Restaurant is the pick for guests who want service and a buffet breakfast in the room at this 4-star resort. A 24-hour front desk, concierge, express check-in, business centre and bar cover both leisure and work needs, and the beach is nearby. Family rooms, air conditioning and balconies suit longer holidays. Fishing is available for guests who want to spend the day on the water.
See Riviera 990 Resort & RestaurantPensiunea Onyx
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay herePensiunea Onyx suits families and groups looking for a 4-star guesthouse with banquet facilities and a bar for celebrations. Canoeing and fishing are on offer, and the beach is nearby. Rooms have air conditioning, a balcony and a desk, with free Wifi, free car parking and hairdryers provided. Family rooms make it straightforward for parents travelling with children.
See Pensiunea OnyxPensiunea Danubia
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Families
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
- Air conditioning
Why stay herePensiunea Danubia is a 4-star guesthouse with a banquet room and a bar, plus express check-in and a concierge for a smooth arrival. Fishing and a nearby beach shape the days, and family rooms with air conditioning, balconies and desks suit both couples and parents. It fits travellers who want a quiet riverside base with room to host a gathering.
See Pensiunea DanubiaCASA 9 villa & spa
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Indoor pool
- Free car parking
- Fitness Center
Why stay hereCASA 9 villa & spa is built around its wellness offerings: an indoor pool, a fitness centre and massage, at 4-star level. A lake and the beach are nearby, and there is a bar for the evening. Family rooms, air conditioning and balconies cover the accommodation, with free Wifi and free car parking. It best suits guests who want to swim and recover indoors after a day in Eșelnița.
See CASA 9 villa & spaPensiunea Septembrie
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay herePensiunea Septembrie is a 4-star guesthouse that suits families, with family rooms, a cot and a garden, plus a banquet room and bar. Canoeing and the nearby beach fill the days, and rooms have air conditioning, a balcony and a desk. Free Wifi and free car parking are provided. It is a sensible choice for parents who want space for children and somewhere to host a family event.
See Pensiunea SeptembrieDonaris
Eșelnița, Mehedinți County
Best for: Families · Drivers
- Free car parking
- Family rooms
- Beach nearby
Why stay hereDonaris combines a games room and a garden with express check-in and a concierge at this 4-star property. Fishing and the beach nearby keep guests outdoors, and family rooms with air conditioning and balconies make it easy to travel with children. It suits groups who want shared space and easy access to the Danube.
See Donaris
The shortlist side by side
| Hotel | Class | Parking | Breakfast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Frans și Căbănuțe | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Casa Andrei | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Alegria | ★★★★ | – | – |
| Pensiunea Sunshine | ★★★★ | Yes | Yes |
| Cabana Plapumioara | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant | ★★★★ | – | Yes |
| Pensiunea Onyx | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Pensiunea Danubia | ★★★★ | – | – |
| CASA 9 villa & spa | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Pensiunea Septembrie | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
| Donaris | ★★★★ | Yes | – |
From each hotel's own listing on this site; a dash means it is not listed.
How to choose
For families
These hotels list family rooms, so they are the practical starting point for travelling with children. Casa Andrei goes further with a kitchen and kitchenette, and Pensiunea Septembrie provides a cot. Cabana Plapumioara has a kitchen and dishwasher but no family rooms listed, so it suits groups who can share a house rather than a family booking.
Casa Andrei · Pensiunea Sunshine · Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant · Pensiunea Onyx · Pensiunea Danubia · CASA 9 villa & spa
For couples
Villa Frans și Căbănuțe lists a Jacuzzi and fireplace alongside balcony and lake-facing facilities, while CASA 9 villa & spa adds an indoor pool, massage and fitness centre.
Villa Frans și Căbănuțe · CASA 9 villa & spa · Pensiunea Danubia · Alegria
For water and fishing
Most of the town's 4-star properties list both 'beach nearby' and fishing, so anglers are well covered. Villa Frans și Căbănuțe, Pensiunea Sunshine, Cabana Plapumioara, Pensiunea Danubia, Pensiunea Onyx, Donaris and Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant all name fishing. Canoe is listed by Alegria, Pensiunea Sunshine, Pensiunea Onyx and Pensiunea Septembrie, and bike rental by Alegria.
Villa Frans și Căbănuțe · Pensiunea Sunshine · Cabana Plapumioara · Pensiunea Danubia · Pensiunea Onyx · Donaris
For a full-service stay
Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant has the widest service list here: 24-hour front desk, business centre, concierge, express check-in, buffet and breakfast in room. CASA 9 villa & spa answers with an indoor pool, massage, fitness centre and laundry. Alegria offers 24-hour front desk, security, car rental, bike rental and a bar, plus archery and badminton on site.
Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant · CASA 9 villa & spa · Alegria
Questions, answered
Which of these Eșelnița hotels is closest to the centre?
The catalogue orders properties by distance from the centre of Eșelnița, but individual distances are not given for these hotels, so the order on the page is the only guide. All 11 are in Eșelnița, Mehedinți County.
Do these hotels have parking?
Yes — free car parking is listed by Villa Frans și Căbănuțe, Casa Andrei, Pensiunea Sunshine, Cabana Plapumioara, Pensiunea Onyx, Pensiunea Danubia, CASA 9 villa & spa, Pensiunea Septembrie and Donaris. Alegria and Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant do not list parking in their facilities.
Which hotels here have a pool or spa?
CASA 9 villa & spa is the one to pick: it lists an indoor pool, massage and a fitness centre. Villa Frans și Căbănuțe lists a Jacuzzi, and Pensiunea Septembrie lists a cot for young children. No other property on this shortlist names a pool or spa.
Can I bring pets?
None of the 11 hotels on this shortlist lists pets among its facilities, so pet policies are not confirmed by the supplier records here. Contact the property directly before booking if you plan to travel with an animal.
Which hotels are best for families?
Casa Andrei, Pensiunea Sunshine, Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant, Pensiunea Onyx, Pensiunea Danubia, CASA 9 villa & spa, Pensiunea Septembrie and Donaris all list family rooms. Casa Andrei adds a kitchen and kitchenette, and Pensiunea Septembrie a cot.
Which hotels serve breakfast?
Breakfast is listed by Pensiunea Sunshine, and Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant lists both buffet and breakfast in room. The remaining properties do not name breakfast in their facilities, though several list coffee or complimentary items.
Which hotel has a restaurant or bar?
Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant is named for its restaurant and lists a buffet. Bars appear at Alegria, Pensiunea Sunshine, Cabana Plapumioara, Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant, Pensiunea Onyx, Pensiunea Danubia, CASA 9 villa & spa, Pensiunea Septembrie and Donaris.
Is there a hotel with a 24-hour front desk?
Three properties list a 24-hour front desk: Alegria, Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant and Pensiunea Onyx. Alegria, Riviera 990 Resort & Restaurant and Pensiunea Danubia also list express check-in, which helps if you arrive late.