Arrived at the small but modern looking airport. Take the official yellow 1407 taxi to centre - fixed 5 euro.

From outside this 16 storey hotel looks faded as many of the bedrooms are let as offices - I think the first 7 floors! It is centrally located just off the main street in capital.

We took a room in the refurbished 8th floor, cost 980 lei (25 lei to £) a bit expensive but worth it as the standard was to a 2/3* star western EU hotel. Ensuite with shower, fresh towels daily, all refurbished room with TV, fridge, air con/CH, table and easy chairs, balcony. Reception staff helpful.

Breakfast was very good with a choice of cereals, hot buffet (try pancakes!),wide selection of cold salads, meats etc

Not so good things:

1. The police make spot checks of overseas visitors, despite being registered at the hotel, so take ID with you.

2. Taxi are cheap, 35 lei should get you anywhere in town, but some will try to charge 50, and also... more