Set directly across from the imposing Palace of Parliament, the Grand Hotel Bucharest was itself once an administrative building. But step inside and you’ll be met by gleaming marble surfaces, spiral staircases, feature lighting and enormous pillars flanking the lobby area. This hotel is large – there’s a Grand Avenue housing designer boutiques, six restaurants (including US and Italian eateries), 402 bedrooms, a heated indoor pool and one of the biggest spas in the area, all under one roof. In addition to being family-friendly, this JW Marriott property is suitable for pet loving patrons, as guests can bring four-legged friends along for the stay.