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Reviews of Hotel Kandilj

Bistrik Potok 4 , 71000 Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

#10 of 119 hotels in Sarajevo

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Review score

Based on 173 hotel reviews

9.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.4

  • Comfort

    9.2

  • Location

    9.8

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    9.9

  • Value for money

    9.3

  • Free WiFi

    9.0

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  • Reviewed: 24 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I really loved this place! The hotel was comfy and silent and the staff was very friendly and helpful. Breakfast was also delicious with wide variety of dishes. Location was perfect, near the old town.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    8.0
    Great location! Good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    They did not notify me that the driver would be unable to pick me up from the airport, only when I followed-up and called them that they mentioned that the driver would be unable to make it and I would have to take a taxi. Cigarette smoke can be smelt in the room in the morning, even with windows closed.

    Great location and walking distance into the old town. Hotel is clean. Breakfast is plentiful. The hotel reception is 24/7. The aircon and Wi-Fi are functional. There is a grocery and bakery close by.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 May 2024

    8.0
    Friendly, simple hotel, a great base for a Sarajevo stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Beaware that if you struggle with mobility, that the hotel has no lifts and there are quite a lot of steps

    This is a characterful and good value hotel The hotel is quietly located across the River Miljacka from the old city The bus from the airport stops nearby The welcome was friendly and helpful with recommendations The hotel was clean My room was well equipped with everything you'd expect at a budget pricepoint Breakfast was good Attractions such as the Zicara Cable Car, Latin Bridge and the Ratni Muzej (1992 War Museum) are nearby. The old town of Sarajevo with many restaurants and shopping is only a few minutes walk

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    9.0
    Really nice!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We were in the 4 beds bedroom, which was a bit too small to stay 3 nights with our kids :)

    Friendly people and location. Also real Sarajevo neighborhood feeling

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing to say

    I liked everything. People are very open and kind! Wish all the best to you, guys, for being your family business successful!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Best value for money in Sarajevo, 200 meters from the Latin Bridge. Staff was extremely friendly
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Rien

    L’emplacement et le prix

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Perfect to explore beautiful Sarajevo!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    -

    Perfect location very close to Sarajevo's old town - nice staff - huge room - excellent breakfast with freshly made omelettes and superb Bosnian coffee!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 30 April 2024

    9.0
    Very nice hotel! Helpful staff, delicious breakfast! Good location near the old town!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    They didn’t clean the bathroom

    Very nice service, room was nice and the staff was very helpful! Breakfast was very delicious! Very good location near the old town.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bosnians are very hospitable people and this bed and breakfast/hotel is no exception. Everyone from Kerim the receptionist to the breakfast lady are very helpful. Rooms are spacious, Bosnian coffee at breakfast is tasty, and location is great since it’s only a short walk from the old town. I also appreciated that they were able to arrange taxis for me. Thanks!

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    9.0
    Very nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    I didn't like that I had to pay additional 10€/day for parking, but to be perfectly fair it is written on their page and it is my fault not checking the booking page with more attention. :) Writing it just for a heads up if someone misses it :) I also wanted to point out that even though I didn't reserve parking, staff from the hotel allowed usage of the parking.

    Breakfast was nice. The ladies tending the bufet and taking additional requests for breakfast were very polite and happy to accomodate every request.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    9.0
    Good place to stay with family: adriatic see in less than 1min, balkery and bus in 5min.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Quadruple Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Well, we were of touristical high season, as we were there mid of April. Therefore we could not have breakfast. (The hotel offers breakfast from 1. May onwards). But bakery was in vicinity.

    Very friendly welcome. Requested driver was there on time, great.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Nothing was bad.

    The hotel was quiet and the location was perfect. Breakfast was great; a big selection of food. The staff were all lovely, particularly Linda who went above and beyond to be helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    10
    It was great- more than expected
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Everything was perfect

    The hotel was very clean Breakfast was excellent Staff was friendly & helpful

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 February 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    It was really cold in the room, they turn the heating on and off.

    Good breakfast. Very good location. The staff are really nice and friendly.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 January 2024

    10
    Great host
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Sometimes was little bit cold in room

    Great staff - kind and helpful. Very convenient location - near tourist center but quiet. Good breakfasts with authentic atmosphere) Nice room

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 December 2023

    8.0
    From Bistrik with love
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    All in all, everything was great, but if I were to nitpick... the rooms are not large and the stairwell is a bit on the narrow side (but those are just small details... nothing major).

    A lovely hotel located in a part of Sarajevo called Bistrik near the Baščaršija (you just need to cross the Latin Bridge to get there). The rooms (and the hotel) feature a traditional style and provide a cozy place to rest while visiting Sarajevo. The staff is friendly and helpful, and breakfast served there is more than enough to fill you up for the start of the day. Hotel Kandilj also features a paid parking located just a few steps away from the hotel.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 December 2023

    10
    It's amazing place to stay at there. And it's so close to everywhere.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Everything was super good.

    I liked overall vibe, breakfast is okey, but most important part is people: Rafa and Ise (young jesus :D). Rafa prepares breakfast for you, and you can talk by using translator with her. Everyone in reception was super kind and helped for everything. Also if you can catch Ise, you should talk with him about life & bosnia & culture & history, so I mean you can talk with him about literally everything :D

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 December 2023

    9.0
    Lovely family run hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The room was fairly small, but still quite comfortable.

    Really fantastic hosts...so friendly and helpful. Great location just near the Latin Bridge. Nice breakfast.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    8.0
    interesting place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Weather could be better

    Breakfast was very good!

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 9 November 2023

    9.0
    Clean, tidy, well decorated-traditional style hotel with a very friendly hostess &amazing breakfast!
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Triple Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    I visited Serajevo and booked for 1 night at Kandilj Hotel, where I really enjoyed my stay! The hotel is amazing, very clean, tidy, well decorated with traditional style and the hostess was very friendly! Breakfast buffet was amazing and had everything for everyone! The women in the kitchen was also very kind and served me the famous traditional bosnian coffee! Overall, I'm very happy with my stay, I recommend this hotel!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 November 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very nice and clean room : good breakfast; good value overall

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 November 2023

    10
    Definitely recommend the stay here when in Sarajevo
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Maybe a little small bad for a couple

    The stuff and the owners are realy nice and taking so good of their guests

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 November 2023

    10
    Fantastic!
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    All! Especially the fantastic atmosphere and service.

    A small hotel in a very good location with a fantastic atmosphere and service. I would highly recommend!

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 October 2023

    10
    A nicely decorated and homely hotel in a great part of town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Everything was good- no complaints.

    We had a lovely three night stay at the Hotel Kandilj. The staff - Hannah, Isa and team - were all very helpful and friendly, the rooms were pleasant, bright and clean. A very enjoyable breakfast each day. The hotel is very homely and set in a great spot, close to the old town and river. Thank you, hope to see you again. Danny and Lesley.

    Stayed in October 2023

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