Concierge service Сarpathians MONADIN Villa Relax & Spa
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HOTEL OVERVIEW
You know, I wasn’t expecting much when I first pulled up to MONADIN Villa Relax & Spa on Ion Dragalina street – I mean, Săcele isn’t exactly where you’d think to look for a luxury spa getaway. But honestly, that’s part of what makes this place so special. It’s tucked away in this quiet residential area, maybe a 10-minute drive from Brașov’s historic center, and the moment you walk through those doors, there’s this immediate sense of… I don’t know, like you’ve discovered something the tour buses haven’t found yet. The building itself has this modern-meets-traditional Romanian vibe – clean lines but with warm wood accents that actually feel authentic, not like someone just slapped them on for Instagram appeal. What really got me was the spa area, which is honestly way more sophisticated than what you’d expect from a 4-star place. The pools have this mineral-rich water that leaves your skin feeling ridiculously soft, and the treatment rooms are designed with these floor-to-ceiling windows that look out onto the surrounding hills. I spent way too much time in their relaxation area just watching the light change on the mountains.
The rooms – well, they’re spacious in a way that makes you realize how cramped most hotel rooms actually are. Mine had this massive balcony overlooking the garden, and mornings there with coffee were honestly the highlight of my day. The beds are proper comfortable too, not just Instagram-pretty, and the bathrooms have these rainfall showers that made me seriously consider renovating my own place. What I really appreciated was the attention to practical details – there’s actually enough outlets for all your devices, the WiFi works everywhere (including the spa, which is either a blessing or a curse depending on how you look at it), and parking is included, which might not sound like much until you’ve tried finding a spot in Brașov during peak season. The staff here genuinely seems to care about what they’re doing – our server at dinner remembered my coffee preference from breakfast, and the spa therapist actually adjusted my massage based on where I was carrying tension, not just going through the motions.
Here’s the thing about MONADIN that I keep telling people – it’s perfectly positioned for exploring this part of Romania without dealing with the crowds and tourist prices of staying right in Brașov. You’re close enough to hit Peleș Castle or take the cable car up Tampa Mountain, but you come back to this peaceful bubble where you can actually unwind. The restaurant does this elevated Romanian cuisine that doesn’t try too hard to be fancy – their mici is better than what you’ll find in most Bucharest restaurants, and they source ingredients from local farms in the area. I’d definitely come back, probably in shoulder season when the rates are better and you can really take advantage of the hiking trails that start practically from the hotel’s backyard. For the price point, especially with that 9.7 rating (which honestly seems about right), you’re getting a lot more than just a place to sleep.
HOTEL HIGHLIGHTS
Reviews
Staff: 9.6
Comfort: 9.9
Location: 9.7
Facilities: 10.0
Cleanliness: 10
Value for money: 9.8
Sara from United Kingdom
The villa was a perfect place for us. It had so much to keep everyone (especially the kids) entertained. It was furnished to a high standard and we were all very comfortable in the house. The communication from the host was great, the house was easy to find, and easy key collection. It was very quiet and secure, walking distance to shops. We would...
Elena from United Kingdom
Very clean, comfortable, and beautiful house with all necessary amenities. Attention to all details to satisfy the guests in the house.
Teodor from United Kingdom
Extraordinary location, modern, spacious, clean, private and equipped with everything you need for a proper weekend with family and friends. The property comes with private parking for 5 vehicles at least and my favorite: the jacuzzi that been prepped by the host before our arrival. Great communication with the host who always been a phone call...
Iulia from Romania
Very clean, incredible location, everything is new
Ahmed from Romania
the villa is clean and has everything you need to spend the time in
Mirela from Romania
Elegant setup/decorations, nice, warm and welcoming rooms, good mattresses/beds; dining/living room with two big joining tables that can easily accommodate 10 - 12 persons, a very well equipped kitchen (openspace) with all kind pf appliances, two fridges, glasses, plates, cups, etc in various sizes and more than sufficient number; spacious and,...
Coman from Indonesia
The property is very big and clean . feeling loke home and make us dont want to go home
Goidescu from Romania
Curtea mare, foișorul imens și călduros.
מאיר from Israel
מצוחצח ונקי
הכל חדש
Moshe from Israel
וילה מונדין מעולה עבור קבוצה או משפחה גדולה. נוחה מאוד ונקייה . ממוקמת בתוך שכונה שקטה סמוך לבראשוב. הוילה עצמה מבודדת כך שאין רעשים ויש פרטיות מלאה. בוילה יש אזור נפרד עם גקוזי פינג פונג ומטבח חיצוני עם פינת ישיבה גדולה..(בריכה בקיץ) דשא וחניה גדולה. המטבח הפנימי מאוד נקי וגדול. יש מקום ישיבה ל16 איש. בוילה עצמה יש 2 חדרים בקומה ראשונה.בקומה השניה...
SURROUNDINGS
What's nearby:
- Lake Noua: 7 km
- Parcul Coral: 10 km
- Parcul Soarelui: 10 km
- Parcul Hutchinson: 10 km
- Parcul Mic Hutchinson: 11 km
- Braşov Adventure Park: 8 km
- Parcul Bucuria Copiilor: 2.6 km
- Parcul Stop Discriminării: 10 km
- Museum of Living in Communism: 10 km
- Parcul Ștefan cel Mare Si Sfant: 10 km
Restaurants & cafes:
- Restaurant Pizza Bella: 3.5 km
- Restaurant Hanul Mureșenilor: 950 m
- Restaurant The Grill By RAMADA: 6 km
Top attractions:
- Strada Sforii: 14 km
- Council Square: 15 km
- Draper Bastion: 13 km
- The Black Tower: 15 km
- The White Tower: 16 km
- Catherine's Gate: 14 km
- Brasov Art Museum: 15 km
- Blacksmiths' Bastion: 15 km
- First Romanian School Museum: 15 km
Ski lifts:
- Kanzel J-Bar: 25 km
- Bunloc Chairlift: 6 km
- Capra Neagra Cable Car: 27 km
Public transport:
- Train Dârste: 7 km
- Train Gara Timișul de Jos: 10 km
Closest airports:
- Brașov-Ghimbav International Airport: 28 km
ROOMS
- Deluxe Villa with 2 × 2 bunk beds, 6 × 1 large double bed, 2 × 4, 2 × 1 sofa bed, 2 × 5, 2 × 1 double bed, 2 × 6 and 2 × 7 for 18 adults, 2 children
FACILITIES
Bedroom:
- Linen
- Wardrobe or closet
- Dressing room
Kitchen:
- Shared kitchen
- Children's high chair
- Dining table
- Coffee machine
- Cleaning products
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Bathroom:
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bath or shower
- Slippers
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Shared bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Bath
- Shower
Outdoors:
- Outdoor fireplace
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor dining area
- Sun terrace
- Barbecue
- BBQ facilities Additional charge
- Balcony
- Terrace
- Garden
Wellness:
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Sun umbrellas
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Open-air bath
- Spa and wellness centre Additional charge
Transport:
- Shuttle service Additional charge
- Car hire
- Airport shuttle Additional charge
Activities:
- Live music/performance Additional charge
- Cooking class Additional charge
- Tour or class about local culture Additional charge
- Themed dinner nights Additional charge
- Bike tours Additional charge
- Walking tours Additional charge
- Movie nights Additional charge Off-site
- Stand-up comedy Additional charge Off-site
- Pub crawls Additional charge
- Beach
- Badminton equipment
- Water park Off-site
- Ski school Additional charge
- Ski storage Additional charge
- Squash Additional charge Off-site
- Horse riding Additional charge Off-site
- Bowling Additional charge Off-site
- Cycling Off-site
- Hiking Additional charge Off-site
- Darts
- Table tennis
- Skiing Off-site
- Fishing Additional charge Off-site
- Tennis court Additional charge Off-site
Living Area:
- Dining area
- Sofa
- Seating Area
- Desk
Common areas:
- Shared lounge/T V area
- Games room
Food & Drink:
- Grocery deliveries Additional charge
- Bar
- Tea/Coffee maker
Accessibility:
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Miscellaneous:
- Pet bowls
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Non-smoking throughout
- Allergy-free room
- Heating
- Soundproof rooms
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
Outdoor & View:
- Inner courtyard view
- City view
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
- Pool view
- Garden view
- View
Room Amenities:
- Socket near the bed
- Sofa bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
- Hypoallergenic
- Mosquito net
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Tile/marble floor
- Soundproofing
- Private entrance
- Iron
- Hot tub
Languages spoken:
- English
- Romanian
Safety & security:
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV outside property
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key access
- Carbon monoxide detector
Media & Technology:
- Streaming service (like Netflix)
- Game console – Nintendo Wii
- Game console
- iPod dock
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- Video games
- Radio
- TV
- Pay-per-view channels
Reception services:
- Invoice provided
- Express check-in/check-out
Business facilities:
- Meeting/banquet facilities
Great for your stay:
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Spa and wellness centre
- Pets allowed
- Balcony
- Bath
- View
- Free WiFi
- Spa bath
- Terrace
Building characteristics:
- Detached
Entertainment and family services:
- Kids' outdoor play equipment
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Books, DVDs, or music for children
- Board games/puzzles
- Child safety socket covers
Parking Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed).:
- Accessible parking
2 swimming pools Pool 1 - indoor Additional charge Pool 2 - outdoor Additional charge:
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Plunge pool
- Pool bar
- Pool cover
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
- Fence around pool
- Opening times
- Seasonal
- All ages welcome
- Pool with view
- Heated pool
- Plunge pool
- Pool bar
- Pool cover
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Sun umbrellas
HOUSE RULES
Pets:
- Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Smoking:
- Smoking is not allowed.
Check-in:
- From 14:30 to 00:00
- You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out:
- From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/prepayment:
- Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
HOTEL ADDRESS
G-ral Ion Dragalina 12, 505600 Săcele, Romania
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