Title: Find Hotels Near Biertan Fortified Church, Biertan from CA $45 | Expedia.ca [Vacation Rentals in Biertan](https://expedia.ca/Biertan-Vacation-Rentals.d6277513.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Biertan](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Biertan.d6277513.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Biertan Fortified Church Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Biertan-Fortified-Church.d553248621533086439.Car-Rental-Guide)[Biertan Fortified Church Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Biertan-Fortified-Church-Biertan.d553248621533086439.Vacation-Attraction) ![Default HTG hotel image](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/fallback-images-brand/bex_lodging_v2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Find hotels near Biertan Fortified Church, Biertan from CA $45 ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation ### Treat yourself Sign in to save 10% or more on thousands of hotels [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates Tonight [Oct 7 - Oct 8](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621533086439&startDate=2025-10-07&endDate=2025-10-08&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Tomorrow [Oct 8 - Oct 9](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621533086439&startDate=2025-10-08&endDate=2025-10-09&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) This weekend [Oct 10 - Oct 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621533086439&startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Next weekend [Oct 17 - Oct 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=553248621533086439&startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) Recommended Price (low to high) Distance Star rating ## Top Hotels Close to Biertan Fortified Church ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22460000/22455800/22455734/875d5607.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22460000/22455800/22455734/772df7d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22460000/22455800/22455734/7816b5b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22460000/22455800/22455734/0aa15512.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Bazna 19.4 km from Biertan Fortified Church 8.0/10 Very good (2) "Professional staff. Nice furnishings." CA $40 CA $45 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Bazna-Hotels-Casa-Bazna.h22455734.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. [View all properties](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-21&endDate=2025-10-22®ionId=553248621533086439&adults=2&sort=RECOMMENDED&openPlayBack=true) ## Top Biertan Fortified Church Hotel Reviews ![Casa cu Cerb](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109300000/109294900/109294815/1d29e970_y.jpg) ### Casa cu Cerb 10/10 Excellent "Excellent breakfast and warm hospitality " [](https://expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Hotels-Casa-Cu-Cerb.h109294815.Hotel-Information) ![Wanderer](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101460000/101455200/101455102/564af35d_y.jpg) ### Wanderer 10/10 Excellent "Wonderful little gem of a hotel in a great location. Our room was quiet, comfortable and very clean. They also offer a lovely breakfast. I would definitely recommend this hotel. " [](https://expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Hotels-Wanderer.h101455102.Hotel-Information) ![Casa Savri](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22950000/22949400/22949310/f6ced5de_y.jpg) ### Casa Savri 10/10 Excellent "Very comfortable centrally located hotel with ambiance and atmosphere that fit in well with the architecture and atmosphere of Sighisoara " [](https://expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Hotels-CASA-SAVRI.h22949310.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Central Park](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6250000/6240700/6240632/w1024h532x0y123-b6606f5f_y.jpg) ### Hotel Central Park 10/10 Excellent "We got here pretty late after one of pur day trips and the check in process was super simple and the staff is very friendly. When i walked in i couldn't stop saying how nice the place looked. The rooms were very clean and very quiet. In the morning, we had complementary breakfast and everything was delicious. Definitely better options here than you get at most hotels. At least in the US lol. I will be staying here next time i visit " [](https://expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Hotels-Hotel-Central-Park.h6240632.Hotel-Information) ![La Teo Pensiune si Pivnita](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23240000/23235000/23234968/6be238e4_y.jpg) ### La Teo Pensiune si Pivnita 10/10 Excellent "absolutely delightful little pensione in a delightful little town. Lovely little flower filled courtyard. Spacious comfy room with immaculate bathroom. Pretty much right in the centre but very quiet. The owner is a very civilised fellow who makes wine and spirits which you can try in the cellar. The building is many hundreds of years old but beautifully restored. highly highly recommended. " [](https://expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Hotels-La-Teo-Pensiune-Si-Pivnita.h23234968.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Sighisoara](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6440000/6434800/6434711/7bd901d4_y.jpg) ### Hotel Sighisoara 10/10 Excellent "Świetny kontakt z obiektem przed przyjazdem. Przyjazny i kompetentny personel. Pokój wyjątkowo przestronny i wygodny. Komfortowa łazienka. Hotel w wyjątkowym miejscu - w samym centrum zabytkowej Sighisoary. Dobre śniadanie. " [](https://expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Hotels-Hotel-Sighisoara.h6434711.Hotel-Information) ![Hotel Boutique Bulevard](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114420000/114414500/114414484/0d2ea82d_y.jpg) ### Hotel Boutique Bulevard 10/10 Excellent "Awesome place to stay. Great personnel, attached restaurant is wonderful. Highly recommend. Great location. We had a wonderful stay." [](https://expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Hotels-Hotel-Boutique-Bulevard.h114414484.Hotel-Information) ![Venesis House](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23600000/23594100/23594007/c5030631_y.jpg) ### Venesis House 10/10 Excellent "Very friendly and helpful owners. The room was very clean. Very close to the main attractions. Parking available." [](https://expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Hotels-Venesis-House.h23594007.Hotel-Information) ![Continental Forum Sibiu](//images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1830000/1828500/1828411/5bf33d22_y.jpg) ### Continental Forum Sibiu 10/10 Excellent "Ideal place to stay, convenient to places and with good parking area. " [](https://expedia.ca/Sibiu-Hotels-Continental-Forum-Sibiu.h1828411.Hotel-Information) ### Hotels near Other Biertan Attractions [](https://expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Citadel-Hotels.0-l6119080-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) ![Sighisoara Citadel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/ebbb8ce52ce0517fed55cffdcdc677af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sighisoara Citadel You can learn about the history of Sighisoara with a trip to Sighisoara Citadel. Amble around the area's forest or experience its festivals. [See properties](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP..PointOfInterests®ionId=6119080) ## Frequently asked questions ### What's the area like around Biertan Fortified Church? > Biertan Fortified Church is located in Biertan. You'll find 8 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base. ### What's the best place to stay close to Biertan Fortified Church? > [Mercure Medias Binderbubi Hotel And Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Medias-Hotels-Mercure-Medias-Binderbubi-Hotel-And-Spa.h19865947.Hotel-Information) is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. You'll find it 7.6 mi (12.3 km) from Biertan Fortified Church. Other good choices around the area include [Bethlen Estates Transylvania](https://www.expedia.ca/Danes-Hotels-Bethlen-Estates-Transylvania.h106227966.Hotel-Information) and [DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Sighisoara - Cavaler](https://www.expedia.ca/Sighisoara-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Hotel-Sighisoara-Cavaler.h12318350.Hotel-Information). ### How many hotels are there close to Biertan Fortified Church? > Expedia has 8 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Biertan Fortified Church. ### If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Biertan Fortified Church, will I receive a refund? > Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. 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