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by Lonely Planet author Leif Pettersen

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Travel Guide 2008
Updated January 9, 2008

Constanta Hotels/Hostels

Constanta accommodations runs the gamut from crappy to over-priced, with little in between.

However, there is one saving grace for econo-travelers; this is one of the few cities in Europe where the small legion of people - usually pensioners with spare rooms - meeting every arriving train hawking cheap accommodations can be trusted – but only so far.

The prices can't be beat (ranging from 20 to 40 lei or 5.75-11.50 euros) for a room - not per person! The rooms are always plain, with shared bath, but acceptable, though privacy is non-existent. That said, staying in private homes can be a delicate deal. Keep three things in mind; agree on a price before getting in a cab, never hand over any money until you’ve seen the room and be extra attentive to security, including the prying eyes and fingers of your host!

For those with tents, the nearest camping ground is north of Mamaia.

All properties listed here include breakfast unless otherwise noted.

Three Stars

Oxford Hotel
Instant online booking

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Hotel Tineretului
Tel. +40 (0) 241 613 590;
B-dul Tomis 24
Singles 24 euros
Doubles 26.50 euros
This is the cheapest place in town for a reason. The rooms are worn, the bedding half-heartedly laundered, the bathrooms woeful and the reception indifferent.

Hotel Maria
Tel. +40 (0) 241 616 852
B-dul 1 Decembrie 1918
Singles 40 euros
Doubles 51.50 euros
This more modern option is across from the park that faces the train station. There’s only 12 rooms, so it’s cozy and quiet. There are frequent maxitaxis to the beach in Mamaia.

Hotel Ferdinand
Tel. +40 (0) 241617 974
12 Ferdinand
Singles 56 euros
Doubles 64.50 euros
This is a clean and attractive business hotel - three stars. Very central; within easy walking distance of virtually everything including the city beach should you find yourself too lazy to take the bus to Mamaia. Rooms have Internet ports, excellent beds and refrigerators.

Hotel Class
Tel. +40 (0) 241 660 766
Str Rascoala din 1907 1
Singles 57.50 euros
Doubles 68.50 euros
Suites 86 euros
Bang in the heart of the new town and just open in January 2006, everything here is new or new looking enough to make it worth the price.

Hotel Guci
Tel. +40 (0) 241 695 500
Str Rascoala din 1907, 23
Singles 62 euros
Doubles 70 euros
Suites 90 euros
This modern, three-star business hotel offers full services, including Jacuzzi, sauna, laundry and massage.

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