Cotroceni
Bucharest
Popular places to visit
Palace of the Parliament
Wander through the extravagant and pompous rooms of this monstrous palace, which stands as a stark reminder of Romania’s troublesome communist years.
Piata Romana
Find out about the history of Bucharest with a stop at Piata Romana. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Piata Unirii
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to Piata Unirii. You can seek out the local tours while in the area.
Romanian Athenaeum
Watch a concert at this neoclassical theater, which owes its existence partly to financial donations from the citizens of Bucharest.
Herastrau Park
Spend some time at this attractive urban park, which has an adventure playground, aquarium, boating lake, open-air museum, restaurants and walking trails.
University Square
Find out about the history of Bucharest when you take a trip to University Square. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Bucharest: Top Gear Road - Transfăgărășan Highway Day Trip
Hidden Bucharest: Secrets of the Old Town Small Group Walking Tour
Bucharest: Reptiland Bucharest Entry Ticket
Bucharest: Communism and History Guided City Walking Tour
Bucharest Small Group Walking Tour: Beers, Bites & Local Markets
Top hotels in Cotroceni
Continental Forum Bucuresti Palatul Parlamentului
Breakfast was excellent
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel
Clean & comfortable stay. Friendly staff, lovely hotel. Enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
The Marmorosch Bucharest, Autograph Collection
Friendly staff, great location and would highly recommend
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Radisson BLU Bucharest
Super clean hotel. Great location. Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
RIN Airport
The hotel itself was clean and well maintained with staff being well trained. Where it lacked was the inoperable AC in the room and the comfortability of the beds. The quality of the mattress for a 4 star hotel was extremely hard which made it difficult to sleep; on par with an osb board with a cover ...
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bucharest Old Town
Nice clean place, not too big from inside but well maintained
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cotroceni
Gara de Nord
While Gara de Nord may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like National Museum of Natural History "Grigore Antipa" and Museum of the Romanian Peasant.
Bucharest City-Centre
Museums, historical sites and art galleries are just a few things travellers like about Bucharest City-Centre. Sights like Central University Library and Revolution Square are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Bucharest area at University Station.
Lipscani
Lipscani is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to National History Museum of Romania or Curtea Veche.
Bucharest Old Town
Unique features of Bucharest Old Town include the historical sites and cafes. Make a stop by Manuc's Inn or University Square while you're exploring the area.
Dorobanți
While Dorobanți may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum of the Romanian Peasant and National Museum of Natural History "Grigore Antipa".
Sector 5
Sector 5 is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Casino at JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel and Romanian National Opera while you're in town.
