Cluj-Napoca, RomaniaFaget
ELANIA Resort & Spa
Terraced forest resort
Terraced forest resort
Three tiered pavilions step down the wooded hillside, giving travelers quiet forest mornings six kilometres outside central Cluj.
What it’s good at
Listed
Freestanding soaking tubs and Chopard amenities open onto private forest-facing balconies.
Listed
Landscaped woodland grounds overlook the valley with outdoor dining on panoramic terraces.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Elania Resort & Spa is Cluj-Napoca's boutique escape built around the idea that leisure requires craft.
Tucked away
A place apart: the property is the destination.
Set across hillside woodland in the Faget forest, six kilometres south of central Cluj-Napoca.
The rooms
Marble bathrooms have gold-ribbed vanities, and soundproofed bedrooms open directly onto private forest terraces.
Eratto Restaurant
Chef Alin Vădean prepares Mediterranean-accented plates in a dining room of teal velvet booths and dark floral wallpaper.
At the table
Teal barstools line a textured gold counter in the lounge, lit by suspended glass art.
How it began
Romanian dairy entrepreneur Raul Ciurtin built the resort from scratch on the grounds of Cluj's former Făget campsite.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.