Belvedere comes from Italian and means beautiful view, a name given to hotels, terraces and viewpoints across Europe. Belvedere Hotel Sarajevo suggests a stay with a view, and in a city set in a deep valley with steep hillsides on all sides, that is an attractive promise. Sarajevo's slopes are dotted with houses, minarets and church towers, and from higher ground the view of the city is often striking, especially at sunset and in winter when snow blankets the roofs. The information available for this property is limited to its name and city, so the notes here are general. Confirm the exact location, which rooms have views and which face away, and what facilities the hotel offers. A hotel in an elevated position may offer the best views but can mean a climb or a taxi ride to the bazaar, while a hotel in the flat centre is easier on foot and often noisier. Ask about distances, parking and the route from the nearest tram stop, and tell the hotel your arrival time if you will be late.
The shape of Sarajevo matters when choosing a hotel. The old bazaar and the main boulevards sit along the river, while the surrounding hills hold residential neighbourhoods, cemeteries, old fortifications and viewpoints. A stay uphill can be quieter and offer wide views, but it may involve steep streets, which can be icy in winter. A stay in the centre puts restaurants and sights on your doorstep. Ask the hotel how it compares on both counts and whether it offers transfers or taxi advice.
Check the practical details. Ask whether breakfast is included, whether rooms are air-conditioned, and what heating is provided, since Sarajevo winters are cold. If a view is important to you, ask for a room that faces it and check whether this is guaranteed. If you are travelling by car, ask about parking and the approach roads. Families and travellers with luggage should ask about lift access and room sizes.
A hotel with a view makes a good pairing with a varied itinerary. Spend a morning walking the bazaar and the Latin Bridge, an afternoon in the museums and memorials, and an evening at a hillside viewpoint or terrace as the call to prayer and the church bells drift across the valley. Add a trip on the cable car, a day out to Mostar or a visit to the mountains for skiing in winter or hiking in summer. Book early for summer and the winter holidays, and read the cancellation terms before you confirm.
Why stay here
- ✓Sarajevo address
- ✓View theme suggested by the name
- ✓Check view rooms when you book
- ✓Check breakfast when you book
- ✓Check parking when you book
- ✓Check air conditioning and heating
- ✓Check lift access when you book
- ✓Suits couples and families
Good questions
Do all rooms have a view?+
Not necessarily. Ask about room categories and request a view room when you book if it matters to you.
Is it a steep walk to the old town?+
It depends on the location. Check the exact address and ask the hotel about the route.
Is parking available?+
Parking varies, so check the details when you book.
