Mercure Belgrade Excelsior is a small, well-run mid-range hotel on Kneza Miloša, a stately street lined with embassies between the old town and Vračar. It has 73 rooms, a restaurant called Ivo serving international dishes, a bar, a library and a pleasant terrace and garden, and it carries the Green Key sustainability certification. Guests rate it 9.0 out of 10 across around 250 reviews, with staff and service the highest scores. Rooms are comfortable rather than showy, with a Standard Single, Superior Doubles and Twins and a Privilege Double, all with air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, safes, workspaces and designer toiletries. The building is older and has been refurbished, so some corridors and lifts show their age, but the value and the welcome are the reasons people return. Free infant beds are available, and cats and dogs are accepted for a fee.
Location and getting around
The hotel is at Kneza Miloša 5. Knez Mihailova is about ten minutes' walk, Slavija Square eleven, Republic Square thirteen and the Nikola Tesla Museum eight, so the main sights are walkable and the hotel is also close to the Historical Museum of Serbia and the Museum of Illusions. Kalenić Market is nearby for fresh food. Nikola Tesla Airport is about 21 minutes by car, and a round-trip shuttle runs on request for a fee.
Rooms and facilities
Continental breakfast is available at an extra charge, the restaurant serves brunch, lunch and dinner, and the tour desk can book day trips. There is no pool, spa or gym, and no parking, so it suits guests without a car. Some rooms face the city, and a few steps separate reception from the lift, which can be awkward with heavy luggage or reduced mobility, so ask the front desk if you need help.
Who it suits
Travellers on a mid-range budget who want a quiet, residential street and a short walk to the old town, couples and solo guests, and anyone with a pet. It is less suited to those who want modern facilities, a pool or a lively lobby. Rooms are on the small side in the lower categories, so consider a Privilege Double for more space, and look for rates with breakfast included to save on the surcharge.
Around the hotel
Kalenić Market is a short walk and a good place to see what Belgrade eats, from fruit and cheese to honey and cured meats. The street itself is quiet, with embassies and old trees, and the Nikola Tesla Museum, Saint Sava and Slavija are all reachable on foot. For dinner, look at the small restaurants near the market and on the way to Vračar, or use the hotel restaurant, Ivo, for a relaxed meal after a long day.
Why stay here
- ✓Ivo restaurant
- ✓Bar
- ✓Terrace and garden
- ✓Library
- ✓Tour and ticket desk
- ✓Airport shuttle on request
- ✓Pet friendly
- ✓Free WiFi
Good questions
Where is Mercure Belgrade Excelsior?+
It is at Kneza Miloša 5, about ten minutes on foot from Knez Mihailova and eight from the Nikola Tesla Museum.
Does the hotel have parking?+
No parking is offered, so it is best for guests without a car.
Are pets allowed?+
Yes, cats and dogs are allowed for a nightly fee. Service animals are exempt.
