This 152-year-old Belle Epoque beauty is back and better than ever.

Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest

Corinthia Bucharest

This hotel is filled with stories.

Then, during Romania’s communist period, it served as the Palace of Culture.

Exterior of Corinthia Bucharest

The exterior of Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest.Credit:Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest

Modern Romanian art is on view here, too.

In the reception area, you’ll find a tapestry created by textile designer Jude Cassidy.

Everyone knows about Dracula, the team at the hotel said over dinner one evening.

Lobby at Corinthia Bucharest

Artwork that hangs in the hotels reception.Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest

But they are hoping that the hotel will help change the narrative and put Bucharestand Romaniain a new light.

Here’s what it’s like to stay at the Corinthia Bucharest.

At the expansive Heritage Bar in the lobby, rich, jewel-toned fabrics play on Bucharest’s unique past.

Guest room at Corinthia Bucharest

The bedroom inside the Signature Suite.Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest

Alternatively, you could opt for a helicopter trip to spot bears in the nearby Carpathian Mountains.

The spa also has a Himalayan salt sauna, steam room, showers, and an ice fountain.

An airy, Technogym-equipped gym is open 24 hours and has plenty of space and equipment.

Living room at Corinthia Bucharest

Bathroom at Corinthia Bucharest

Living room at Corinthia Bucharest

Bathroom at Corinthia Bucharest

Dining room at Corinthia Bucharest

Boulevard 73 has classic French and Romanian cuisine in the historic Art Nouveau ballroom.Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest

Lounge at Corinthia Bucharest

A cozy fireplace in the Heritage Bar lounge.Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest

Bar at Corinthia Bucharest

Sass' Restaurant & Lounge offers a refined and creative fusion.Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest

Lobby at Corinthia Bucharest

The entrance and lobby to the Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest.Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest

Interior of Corinthia Bucharest

The main hotel staircase.Corinthia Grand Hotel du Boulevard Bucharest