Title: Mimi Hotel Chisinau - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=601844&destination=Chi%C8%99in%C4%83u%2C+Chi%C8%99in%C4%83u+Municipality%2C+Moldova&selected=521023&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Mimi Hotel Chisinau Comfortable accommodations near Parliament House with private terraces where guests can enjoy their morning meal outdoors in the fresh air ## Photo gallery for Mimi Hotel Chisinau ![Breakfast and dinner served, local cuisine - Mimi Hotel Chisinau (Chisinau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/48a15b80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Breakfast and dinner served, local cuisine - Mimi Hotel Chisinau (Chisinau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/a37627c2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Park View, Executive Level - Mimi Hotel Chisinau (Chisinau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/8839da30.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor banquet area - Mimi Hotel Chisinau (Chisinau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/7b26e1a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lobby - Mimi Hotel Chisinau (Chisinau)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/6657342f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Just minutes from Stefan the Great Park, Jolly Alon Hotel offers a complimentary breakfast buffet and convenient on-site shopping. Enjoy authentic local cuisine at the restaurant and relax in the peaceful garden. Express check-out ensures hassle-free departures. ## Reviews 8.2 Very good ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning - Business services - Bar ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=521023&PinnedHotelID=521023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-19&endDate=2026-03-20&selected=521023&PinnedHotelID=521023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=521023&PinnedHotelID=521023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-21&selected=521023&PinnedHotelID=521023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=521023&PinnedHotelID=521023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=521023&PinnedHotelID=521023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=521023&PinnedHotelID=521023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=521023&PinnedHotelID=521023&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 7 of 7 rooms ### View all photos for Superior Single Room ![Superior Single Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/7554e61f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Single Room - Sleeps 1 - 1 Large Twin Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room ![Superior Double Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/f1cfff8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room - Sleeps 3 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Room, Park View ![Deluxe Room, Park View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/f9546b36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Room, Park View - 279 sq ft - Sleeps 3 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Suite ![Suite | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/29290ba2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Suite - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Twin Room ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/f019bfbb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room - 215 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ### View all photos for Executive Suite ![Executive Suite | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/13e07a7a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Executive Suite - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed ### View all photos for Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Park View, Executive Level ![Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Park View, Executive Level](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/530000/521100/521023/8839da30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Suite, 1 Bedroom, Park View, Executive Level - 55 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChisinau-Hotels-Jolly-Alon-Hotel.h521023.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FChisinau-Hotels-Jolly-Alon-Hotel.h521023.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Chișinău, Mimi Hotel Chisinau is in the city center. National Museum of Archeology and History of Moldova and National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Moldova are cultural highlights, while Presidential Palace is a notable landmark. United Nations Development Program and Parliament House are two other places to visit that come recommended. [Visit our Chișinău travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Chisinau.dx601844) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C47.02633%2C28.82561&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=pkdPi_-IKq4iYZ_2tOA-LgIjpLg=) 37, M. Cibotari Street, Chisinau, 2012 ### What's nearby - Stefan the Great Park 1 min walk \- 0.1 km - United Nations Development Program 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Presidential Palace 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - National Opera and Ballet Theatre of Moldova 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Kishinev Cathedral 6 min walk \- 0.6 km ### Getting around - Chișinău (RMO-Chișinău Intl.) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Piana Vyshnia 5 min walk - La Plăcinte 11 min walk - Divus 8 min walk - Lake House 10 min walk - Coffee Monkey 9 min walk ## About this property ### Mimi Hotel Chisinau Upscale hotel near United Nations Development Program Located close to Parliament House and Stefan the Great Park, Mimi Hotel Chisinau provides a free breakfast buffet, a terrace, and shopping on site. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Jolly ALon, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and a hair salon. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), express check-out, and express check-in - An elevator, ATM/banking services, and luggage storage - A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and laundry services Room features All 85 individually furnished rooms have comforts such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. 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Snack bar/deli - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - ATM - Gift shop/newsstand - Hair salon - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Multilingual staff - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 2 meeting rooms - Conference center ### Outdoors - Garden - Terrace ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Elevator - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel ### More - 1 building - 6 floors - Mosquito nets - Reception hall - Smoking not allowed - Traditional architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathrobes - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Rainfall showerhead - Slippers - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 32-inch smart TV with satellite channels ### Food and drink - Minibar - Room service ### More - Air conditioning - Desk - Individual decor - Individual furnishings - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight Late check-in subject to availability Express check-in available ### Check-out Check-out before noon Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures The following facilities or services will be unavailable from December 16 2024 to May 1 2025 (dates subject to change): - One of the bars/lounges - One of the dining venues - Breakfast - Daily housekeeping - Laundry facilities - Meeting facilities The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from December 20 to January 31: - Bar/Lounge - Laundry facilities - Meeting facilities The property will be renovating from December 16 2024 to May 1 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected: - One of the dining venues - Bar/lounge - Elevator - Exterior - Front desk - Hallway - Laundry facilities - Lobby - Meeting facilities The following facilities are closed on Christmas Day and New Year's Eve: - Bar/lounge - Dining venue(s) - Front desk - Laundry facilities - Meeting facilities Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance. The following facilities are closed on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday: - Bar/lounge - Children's pool - Dining venue(s) - Fitness facility - Full-service spa - Health club - Hot springs - Indoor pool - Outdoor pool - Public bath - Sauna - Hot tub ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets No pets or service animals allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Optional extras - Airport shuttle fee: MDL 50 The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted Property Registration Number 1002600035731 ### We should mention If you require a visa to enter the country, your property may be able to help with the supporting documents needed to obtain one. To learn more, you can reach out to the property via the contact details included on your booking confirmation. The property may charge for this assistance, even if you end up cancelling your reservation. All arrangements are solely between the property and yourself. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property Construction is underway at a neighboring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work ### Property is also known as Hotel Jolly Alon Jolly Alon Jolly Alon Chisinau Jolly Alon Hotel Jolly Alon Hotel Chisinau Jolly Alon Hotel Hotel Jolly Alon Hotel Chisinau Jolly Alon Hotel Hotel Chisinau ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Mimi Hotel Chisinau pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Mimi Hotel Chisinau? ### What time is check-out at Mimi Hotel Chisinau? ### Does Mimi Hotel Chisinau provide a shuttle to the airport? ### Where is Mimi Hotel Chisinau located? ### Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund? ## Have a question? 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