Picolo recommends · Hotel in Belgrade, Serbia
The Bristol Belgrade
A grand old façade on the slope down to the Sava, brought back to life as a hotel at the meeting point of old Belgrade and the new waterfront.
The tram rattles past, and behind the old stone façade the lobby is hushed. The Bristol occupies one of the classic buildings of Savamala, the district that runs down from the old town towards the Sava, and it has been restored as a luxury hotel.
Step outside and the river promenade is close, with Belgrade Waterfront and its new towers just along the bank. Uphill lie Knez Mihailova and the old town, so you have both faces of the city within reach.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose The Bristol Belgrade
The Bristol gives you a sense of Belgrade’s history without giving up modern comfort. It is our pick if you like grand old buildings and want to be between the river and the old town rather than in the middle of either.
Savamala is still changing, and parts of it can feel unfinished or noisy with traffic. The walk up to Knez Mihailova is uphill. If you want a quiet square in the old town itself, Square Nine is the calmer option.
What you get
- Restored historic building
- Restaurant and bar
- Concierge to help plan your days
- Elegant rooms
- Close to the Sava promenade
A day at The Bristol Belgrade
- Morning
- A walk along the Sava before the promenade fills up.
- Midday
- Up the hill to the old town and the shops on Knez Mihailova.
- Afternoon
- The view from Kalemegdan over the meeting of the Sava and the Danube.
- Evening
- A drink in the hotel bar under the high ceilings.
Location
Savamala, Belgrade, Serbia
Open in MapsQuestions about The Bristol Belgrade
Where is The Bristol Belgrade?
It is in Savamala, the old riverside quarter between the old town and the Sava, a short walk from the river promenade and Belgrade Waterfront.
Is The Bristol Belgrade a historic hotel?
Yes. The hotel occupies a classic building in Savamala that has been restored, so you get period architecture outside and a modern luxury hotel inside.
Can you walk to the old town from The Bristol Belgrade?
Yes, the old town and Knez Mihailova are within walking distance, but the route climbs uphill. Many guests take a taxi back at night.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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