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Hotel Central

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a sauna connected to the convention center in Sarajevo

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Hotel Central in Old Town Sarajevo offers luxury with a garden and laundry services. Stay fit with Pilates and exercise classes, then relax in the sauna or steam room. Attentive staff receive high ratings, and free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Bar
  • Room service

Room options

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Single Room | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Single Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite | Room service - dining

Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Room | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

Superior Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Presidential Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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BEST OFFER DOUBLE TWIN ROOM | 1 bedroom, Select Comfort beds, in-room safe, desk

BEST OFFER DOUBLE TWIN ROOM

Highlights

Air conditioning
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Select Comfort bed
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
8 Cumurija, Sarajevo, 71000

What's nearby

  • Sarajevo Synagogue - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Latin Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Gazi Husrev-Beg Mosque - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Baščaršija Džamija - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Sarajevo City Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Podlugovi Station - 33 min drive
  • Sarajevo (SJJ-Sarajevo Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Metropolis Midtown - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tesla Pub - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Deco Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Viking Pub - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪mrvica old town - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Central

Luxury boutique hotel located in Old Town Sarajevo
You can look forward to a hair salon, dry cleaning/laundry services, and car rentals on site at Hotel Central. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the steam room. Pilates classes and fitness classes are offered at the gym; Hotel Central also has a bar, a hot tub, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and 1 meeting room
  • Luggage storage, an elevator, and a banquet hall
  • A front-desk safe, tour/ticket assistance, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Hotel Central offer comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with bathtubs and free toiletries
  • 55-inch LCD TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping, desks, and desk chairs

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Pilates classes
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 15

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

No pets or service animals allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 5.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 January - 5 January, EUR 2.05 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 6 January - 30 June, EUR 1.53 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 July - 31 August, EUR 2.05 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 September - 24 December, EUR 1.53 per person, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 25 December - 31 December, EUR 2.05 per person, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 18 per vehicle (one way)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 5.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property
Alcohol is not served or permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Central Hotel Sarajevo
Central Sarajevo
Boutique Hotel Central Sarajevo
Boutique Central Sarajevo
Hotel Central Hotel
Boutique Hotel Central
Hotel Central Sarajevo
Hotel Central Hotel Sarajevo

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Central have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Hotel Central pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Central?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 4 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Central?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hotel Central provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 18 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Central located?

Located in Old Town Sarajevo, this luxury hotel is steps from Art Gallery, Cathedral of the Nativity of the Theotokos, and Ferhadija Street. Despic House and Sacred Heart Cathedral are just steps away.

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Reviews

Hotel Central Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 200 out of 378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 378 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Farhana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff Dajana was extremely helpful making sure we got around to see the sights and arranging our taxis. We received a warm welcome throughout our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dev

Liked: Cleanliness
The Hotel, as the name implies, is close to many sights, and is literally next to the Old Town. There are many great restaurants nearby, including BarSa and Tapas Bar and Restaurant. There was a variety of hot and cold items on the breakfast buffet. The staff that we dealt with were awesome, especially Diana and Ivan, who were very helpful. They were awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Stephan

Great location, staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Excellent location. It does get loud at night as there are a lot of bars near by.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Ognjen

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff is extremely polite and very helpful and hotel location is excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Amenities
Lovely hotel in the middle of the old town
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Rhian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, spacious quiet room and good breakfast. Air con and shower could have been better but overall a solid choice for a short stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pleasant in a good location

A very pleasant hotel in the old town. Comfortable rooms, but very limited view from the window is the only downside. Fantastic pool in this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was everything we asked for easy walking distance to the old city and all the restaurants. Staff were extremely helpful, room was very comfortable ,clean. We could asked for any more
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming. Excellent location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

KELLIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel Central, as it’s name implies, is in a perfect location, right near Old Town. The rooms are sound proof, so no worries about sleeping.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As the name says is in the center of old Sarajevo. Great food and the markets were nice. Near the site where Arch Duke Franz Ferdinand was assassin are on 1914 which led to WWI
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Saadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Very central but needs spa upkeep

This hotel is bang in the middle of town right next to the bars, amazing location but not for a light sleeper. The beds and basins are all very tall, not for shorter people. The spa had most jets out of order and bo covers on the drains in pool which is dangerous. Also very strange layout. Was a nice stay but probably wouldn't return to this hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferhad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and professional reception. Nice 25m pool for laps amd sauna.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, perfect location

We had a fabulous time in Sarajevo and really enjoyed staying at Hotel Central. The staff were friendly and helpful. We had airport transfers both ways and they were excellent - prompt, safe and comfortable. We loved the swimming pool and gym and thought this was a great benefit. Two small gripes are that the room was often very hot which we didn’t find comfortable. And our housekeeping wasn’t very through - we had fresh towels and the bed made but we didn’t get any replacement tea, coffee or cups during our 3 night stay. We didn’t raise this as it wasn’t a huge deal for us but explains why I didn’t give 5/5. We would stay here again and really enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Oleg

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I was disappointed with this hotel. No parking. No massage in the spa area (this was the only reason I chose this hotel)
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Sabina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was close to Bašcarsija which was really nice. It was walking distance to a lot of restaurants and shopping centers. Staff was also very friendly. The rooms were very well maintained. Breakfast had a nice variety of foods. The cons: Finding parking was very inconvenient. Ended up paying twice as much for an off parking garage. Also, the pool temperature could be a little warmer for the kiddos.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel and great people

This hotel is in the best location. Facing Cathedral. The pool is fancy. Stream room is great. Wifi is good. The shower is strong. The breakfast not many items but good. There is safe box in the room. The front desk people are extremely nice. Especially Diana. They booked private tour and airport transfer for me. Both drivers are super nice and have very nice cars. Strongly recommend this hotel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

4/10 Poor

Sonny

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As I rated it was a terrible stay overall. It needs upgrading of everything from furniture to pillows etc. It was not as luxurious as the hotel described it. A dusty to a warm room had to open the window overnight. Sleep was no better as it was next to all the pubs in the street. Please it needs an immediate refurbishment. Cheaper hotels nearby with 5-star ambience are better for the value of the money.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommended hotel

Well positioned hotel for exploring the old town part of Sarajevo. Room was a large size in an historic building with a modern, well-designed interior. Very good buffet style breakfast with a range of options. Parking: hotel sent an email explaining where to park nearby (about 75m away, off of the same road) at a price of 15 Euros per day. On departure, parking lot was going to charge 24 Euros per 24 hours; on mentioning hotel, told we needed a card from it showing dates of stay for reduced price. No problem getting this from the hotel even though we'd checked out and then no problem receiving reduced rate. Parking payment in BAM, cash only.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William E.

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful hotel in an excellent location. It is located near the Old Town, shopping, and numerous restaurants. The staff is warm and welcoming, daily room service was efficient, and my room was spotless. Because I was on a working vacation, I chose a suite, and the room had dining and living space, as well as an excellent work area with multiple outlets nearby. It was easy to keep my electronic equipment charged. Sarajevo was a fascinating city and I hope to visit it again. When I do, I would definitely stay at this hotel. I enjoyed the breakfast buffet, but I wish the hot foods were kept hotter.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Samantha Nicole

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was above an incredibly loud bar. The music was thumping and it sounded like we were ataying in a nightclub on the Friday and Saturday night when they turned it up. The gotel description is incorrect. There is no room service, no snack/deli bar, no bar or restaurant. There is a buffet breakfast until 11am, but dont expect to find any hot food left by 10am. Our rooms were quite dirty, especiallythe carpet. There were holes and stains on our sheets, the coffee and tea wasn't replenished for the 5 nights we stayed so we had to keep asking for more. The towels were hard and the cleaners didn't service the room until 5pm. This is the time we would come back to our room after a day of sightseeing and wanted to relax for an hour or so before getting ready to go out for dinner - we had to go and sit in the lobby until they had finished.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Roland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Das Hotel ist insgesamt empfehlenswert. In unserem Fall war der Zimmerservice an zwei Tagen nicht zufriedenstellend (Wochenende?)
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
nice breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the room and location, so walkable in old town Sarajevo for shopping and dining.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

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