The swank Bistra & Galina has excellent rooms with all the mod cons, though the singles are small. It's part of the Best Western international chain. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The lively Danube Plaza overlooks the square. Rooms are spacious, bathrooms large, and amenities just as expected. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The renovated but somewhat out-of-the-way Kristal attracts business travellers and tour groups. However, it's a fine, comfortable hotel with helpful staff. Rooms are clean, but bathrooms are small. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

The Liliya, almost down by the river off of the central square, offers decent accommodation though nothing special for the price - a fallback option if other places are booked. A small bar and restaurant are downstairs. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

A 15-minute walk from pl Svoboda, the National has basic but clean rooms. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

Off on a side street near the main square, the Splendid offers comfortable if unspectacular rooms. Full Lonely Planet Review ›

By far the best budget option in Ruse, the English Guest House has five lovely double rooms with shared, but spacious and immaculate modern bathrooms, in an artfully restored 150-year-old mansion. The guesthouse is owned and run by charismatic Englishman Steve Molyneux, who can d… Full Lonely Planet Review ›