University Square · Heart of Bucharest

Maximum luxury.
Exclusive sensation.

Bucharest’s first skyscraper and part of Romania’s National Cultural Heritage. 258 rooms and suites above University Square.

Conference & Banquet

Celebrations to remember

Three grand ballrooms and 1,500 m² of event space for up to 450 guests, with one dedicated team from first enquiry to final invoice.

Dine & Drinks

From the boulevard to the 21st floor

Rooftop cocktails at Sky Lounge, modern Romanian cooking at Balada and Italian classics at Corso Brasserie.

258

Rooms & suites

22

Floors above the city

1,500 m²

Event space

4

Restaurants & bars

The Grand Hotel Bucharest tower above University Square

Welcome

A landmark above University Square

Grand Hotel Bucharest rises above University Square, in the heart of the capital. From the 22nd floor you can see the whole city, from the Old Town to the Palace of the Parliament.

The National Theatre is across the square, the metro is at our door and the Old Town is a short walk away. Inside, four restaurants and bars, 1,500 m² of event space and a rooftop pool are waiting.

“Our focus is simple: exceptional service for every guest, at the highest standards.”
Salim Touma, General Manager

Accommodation

Four ways to stay at the Grand

Every room has city views, a writing desk and coffee station, 24/7 room service and complimentary access to the rooftop pool, sauna and gym.

Superior Room

Superior Room

Warm, classic and well planned for city breaks and business trips.

  • King or twin beds
  • Writing desk & coffee station
  • Smart TV & free Wi-Fi
Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Light, calm tones and more room to spread out.

  • King or twin beds
  • More space
  • Work desk & lounge chair
Premium Room

Premium Room

Rich fabrics, a king bed and the finishing touches.

  • King bed
  • Lounge chair & desk
  • Premium amenities
Suite

Suite

A separate living room and bedroom for long stays and VIP guests.

  • Separate living room
  • King bedroom
  • Nespresso & tea station

Offers & news

What’s on at the Grand

Christmas corporate parties

Season 2026

Christmas corporate parties

Festive menus and ballrooms for 30 to 450 guests, with a dedicated event manager. Book your date early.

Corporate Incentive Programme

Corporate

Corporate Incentive Programme

A dedicated account manager, upgrades when available, 10% off dining and spa access for companies that stay and meet with us regularly.

Business lunch on the boulevard

Corso Brasserie

Business lunch on the boulevard

A three-course business lunch at Corso, our Italian trattoria with handmade pasta and a terrace on Bălcescu Boulevard.

Dine & Drinks · 21st floor

Sky Lounge & Bar

Cocktails, contemporary dishes and the whole of Bucharest at your feet. Live music and themed nights through the week.

Wednesday – Sunday, 17:00 – 00:00

Also at the Grand: Balada for modern Romanian cooking, Corso Brasserie for Italian classics and Intermezzo Bar & The Terrace.

Dinner table at Sky Lounge on the 21st floor

Rooftop wellness · 22nd floor

Pool, sauna & fitness above the city

Swim before your first meeting or relax in the sauna before dinner. Complimentary for hotel guests, open daily 07:00 – 21:00.

Ronda Ballroom set for a conference

Conference & Banquet

Meetings, events and celebrations

1,500 m² of event space, 12 meeting rooms and three grand ballrooms for up to 450 guests. One dedicated team looks after you from first enquiry to final invoice.

  • Ronda · 470 m² · up to 450 guests
  • Rapsodia · 230 m² · up to 250 guests
  • Fortuna · 282 m² · daylight & city views

Discover Bucharest

The city starts at our door

Book your tickets below, or ask our concierge to arrange everything for you.

Old Town Bucharest

10–12 min

Old Town (Lipscani)

Cobbled lanes, the CEC Palace, Stavropoleos Monastery, cafés and the city’s nightlife.

Palace of the Parliament

8–10 min

Palace of the Parliament

One of the largest administrative buildings in the world. Guided tours run daily.

Inside the Romanian Athenaeum

Short walk

Romanian Athenaeum

The landmark concert hall and home of the George Enescu Philharmonic.

National Museum of Art of Romania

Short walk

National Museum of Art

Romanian and European masters in the former Royal Palace on Revolution Square.

National Opera Bucharest at night

By taxi

National Opera Bucharest

Romania’s home of opera and ballet, with a full season of performances.

Arch of Triumph, Bucharest

By taxi / metro

Arch of Triumph & Herăstrău

The Arch of Triumph, King Michael I Park and the Village Museum beside the lake.

Cișmigiu Gardens

10 min walk

Cișmigiu Gardens

The city’s oldest park, with a lake, rowing boats in summer and shady walks.

Cantacuzino Palace, George Enescu Museum

Short taxi ride

George Enescu Museum

The Belle Époque Cantacuzino Palace on Calea Victoriei, home of the national music museum.

Concierge experience

Discovery city tour

A three-hour panoramic tour, from the Palace of the Parliament to the Arch of Triumph.

Day trip

Brașov & Bran Castle

Medieval Brașov and Bran Castle in the Carpathians, with transport arranged by the hotel.

Across the square

National Theatre Bucharest

Romania’s main stage, opposite the hotel, with performances most nights.

Getting here

4 Nicolae Bălcescu Boulevard, Bucharest

Airport (OTP)

35–45 min · limousine €46, minivan €65 each way

Metro

Universitate (M2), on University Square

Parking

140 RON per day · coach 420 RON per day

Call us

+40 21 310 2020

Book directly with us

The best way to secure your room, with our team on hand before and during your stay.