Costinești Travel Guide

City Black Sea beach resort town in Romania

A Black Sea strip town, Costinești fills each summer with student crowds, cheap guesthouses and a handful of seafront clubs. People come for sandy beaches, cliffside viewpoints, boat trips and late-night stalls that sell fried calamari and cold beer.

Costs

Affordable seaside resort prices

About $45-$80 USD per day; peak season costs can rise.

Safety

Generally safe but busy in summer

Generally safe but busy; watch for petty theft on crowded beaches.

Best Time

Summer months for beach life

June-August for sun, sea and the summer party scene.

In This Guide

Why Visit
Best Things to Do
Bucket List
Best Time to Visit
How to Get There
How to Get Around
Where to Stay
Where to Eat

Local Time

7:20 AM

GMT+3

Weather

46°F

Clear

Population

2,500

Infrastructure & Convenience

Seasonal tourist services, many bars and restaurants; buses from Constanța.

Popularity

Very popular with Romanian youth and budget-seeking domestic tourists.

Known For

Black Sea beaches, summer nightlife, student parties, shipwreck landmark (epava), promenade, discos, budget seaside hotels, youth culture, beach volleyball, ferris wheel

Costinești features a small shipwreck on the beach that has become an iconic local landmark.

Why Visit Costinești? #

This Black Sea resort town is a longtime magnet for young travelers because of its lively summer scene, beachfront promenade and the famous shipwreck that rests near the shore. Daytime crowds come for sandy beaches and water sports; nights bring open‑air bars, live music and student‑focused festivals. Beyond the parties, local seafood and seaside cafés make Costinești a distinctively youthful seaside experience on Romania’s coast.

Best Things to Do in Costinești

All Attractions ›

Mangalia

Black Sea resort town with sandy beaches and port

Archaeological Site

Esmahan Sultan Mosque

16th-century Ottoman mosque in Constanța

Mosque

Durankulak (archaeological site)

Prehistoric coastal settlement with Neolithic and Thracian remains

Archaeological Site

Grand Mosque of Constanța

Ottoman-era mosque and cultural landmark in Constanța

Mosque

Lake Siutghiol

Black Sea lagoon near Constanța with seaside resorts

Lake

Shabla Lighthouse

Historic Black Sea lighthouse near Shabla, coastal landmark

Tower

Lake Tașaul

Romanian coastal lagoon near Constanța, Black Sea

Lake

Costinești Bucket List

Don't Miss

Costinești Beach - Popular youth beach with lively boardwalk, cafés and summer events and shallow swimming areas.
Shipwreck (Epava) - Iconic shipwreck on the shore used as local landmark and photo spot.
Open-air amphitheatre - Small open-air amphitheatre hosting summer concerts and local cultural events.

Hidden Gems

Tineretului Park area - Green park space near the coast offering shaded paths and seaside relaxation spots.
Local seaside cafés - Family-run cafés serving fresh seafood and cold drinks along the beachfront promenade.
Coastal walking paths - Shoreline trails linking beaches, small coves and informal picnic areas ideal for sunset strolls.

Day Trips

Constanța - Historic Black Sea port with Roman mosaics, Old Town and the waterfront promenade.
Vama Veche - Bohemian border village famed for relaxed beaches, live music and alternative nightlife.

Best Time to Visit Costinești #

Costinești is best in late spring or summer for beaches and lively nightlife. Winters are chilly and quiet; spring offers milder weather and far fewer crowds.

Summer

June - August · 20 to 30 °C (68 to 86 °F)

Peak beach season: warm sea, crowded promenades and lots of seaside bars - lively but busy and noisy.

Spring

March - May · 8 to 20 °C (46 to 68 °F)

Mild and pleasant with fewer tourists - great for walking the coast and enjoying early-season prices.

Winter

December - February · -1 to 8 °C (30 to 46 °F)

Quiet, off-season with occasional storms - good for solitude and lower rates but limited seaside activity.

Best Time to Visit Costinești #

Climate

Temperate climate with warm summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -2°C to 27°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall.

Best Time to Visit

JulyAugustSeptember

Temperature & Rainfall

Temperature Range

36°

Warmest Month

-13°

Coldest Month

Monthly Conditions

January

January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -2°C. The driest month with just 29 mm and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

1°

Feels Like Cold

1°C

Temperature

-2° – 5°

87%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

29 mm

Rainfall

5.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.1

UV Index

Low

9.2h daylight

February

February is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of -1°C. The driest month with just 29 mm and mostly overcast skies.

50 Acceptable

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

-1° – 6°

85%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

29 mm

Rainfall

5.1 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.3

UV Index

Low

10.3h daylight

March

March is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of 2°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

62 Good

Comfort

6°

Feels Like Cold

6°C

Temperature

2° – 9°

80%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

32 mm

Rainfall

5.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.6

UV Index

Moderate

11.8h daylight

April

April is cool with highs of 14°C and lows of 6°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

68 Good

Comfort

10°

Feels Like Cool

10°C

Temperature

7° – 14°

78%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

34 mm

Rainfall

4.5 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.0

UV Index

High

13.3h daylight

May

May is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 12°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

78 Very Good

Comfort

16°

Feels Like Cool

16°C

Temperature

12° – 20°

75%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

38 mm

Rainfall

4.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.5

UV Index

Very High

14.5h daylight

June

June is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 16°C. Moderate rainfall (46 mm).

86 Excellent

Comfort

20°

Feels Like Mild

20°C

Temperature

16° – 24°

69%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

46 mm

Rainfall

3.9 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.8

UV Index

Very High

15.2h daylight

July

July is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

18° – 27°

65%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

34 mm

Rainfall

3.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.9

UV Index

Very High

14.9h daylight

August

August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Moderate rainfall (35 mm) and mostly sunny skies.

92 Ideal

Comfort

23°

Feels Like Mild

23°C

Temperature

18° – 27°

64%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

35 mm

Rainfall

3.8 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.6

UV Index

Very High

13.8h daylight

September

September is mild with highs of 23°C and lows of 14°C. Moderate rainfall (38 mm).

88 Excellent

Comfort

19°

Feels Like Mild

19°C

Temperature

14° – 23°

68%

Humidity

Humid

Weather

38 mm

Rainfall

4.2 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

1.0

UV Index

High

12.4h daylight

October

October is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (36 mm) and partly cloudy skies.

72 Very Good

Comfort

13°

Feels Like Cool

13°C

Temperature

9° – 18°

76%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

36 mm

Rainfall

4.6 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.5

UV Index

Moderate

10.9h daylight

November

November is cold with highs of 11°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 49 mm of rain and mostly overcast skies.

56 Acceptable

Comfort

7°

Feels Like Cold

7°C

Temperature

4° – 11°

83%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

49 mm

Rainfall

5.0 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.2

UV Index

Low

9.5h daylight

December

December is cold with highs of 6°C and lows of 0°C. Moderate rainfall (34 mm) and mostly overcast skies.

48 Poor

Comfort

3°

Feels Like Cold

3°C

Temperature

0° – 6°

86%

Humidity

Very Humid

Weather

34 mm

Rainfall

5.4 m/s

Wind

Light Breeze

0.1

UV Index

Low

8.8h daylight

How to Get to Costinești

Costinești is a Black Sea resort best reached via Constanța (CND) or Bucharest (OTP) with onward rail or bus to the coast. In summer there are frequent buses and trains; off-season services are reduced.

By Air

Mihail Kogălniceanu / Constanța (CND): The Constanța/Mihail Kogălniceanu airport serves the region and is the closest airport for Costinești, with a drive time of about 25-45 minutes depending on route and traffic. Taxis and rental cars are available at the airport; expect moderate taxi fares for the short transfer.

Bucharest Otopeni (OTP): Bucharest’s Otopeni is a larger hub with far more international flights; from Bucharest to Costinești it’s roughly 2.5-3.5 hours by car or bus. Many travellers fly into Bucharest and continue by train or long-distance bus to Constanța and the resort towns on the Black Sea coast.

By Train & Bus

Train: Romanian Railways (CFR) runs regular services to Constanța railway station from Bucharest and other cities. From Constanța station you can take a local train or bus down the coast to Costinești - the coastal rail/bus leg is usually under 1.5 hours depending on origin.

Bus: Intercity and local buses connect Constanța with Costinești; summer frequencies increase for the resort season. Bus fares for the short coastal hop are inexpensive (a few RON) and travel times are short.

How to Get Around Costinești #

Costinești is a compact Black Sea resort that’s very walkable along the beach and promenade; in summer most places are within easy walking distance. There’s a train station with regular regional services to Constanța and other coastal towns.

During the busy season expect seasonal minibuses, taxis and plenty of pedestrian traffic. Outside of summer, transport is quieter and having a car makes day trips easier.

Where to Stay in Costinești #

Budget

Costinești beach strip - $15-45/night

Costinești is a seasonal Black Sea resort with many budget guesthouses and simple hotels catering to summer crowds. Options thin outside peak season.

Various guesthouses (Costinești) - Multiple small, seasonal guesthouses.
Local budget hotels (search listings) - Many family-run places listed online.

Mid-Range

Promenade / central Costinești - $40-90/night

Mid-range hotels in Costinești are mostly seasonal, offering seaside location and basic amenities. Book well ahead for summer weeks.

Hotel Ligia (sample mid-range) - Family-run hotel on the promenade.
Hotel Belvedere (seasonal) - Popular with families during summer.

Luxury

Mamaia / Constanța (nearby) - $90+/night

Costinești has few luxury hotels. For full-service resorts and high-end comforts, head to Mamaia or Constanța, 30-60 minutes away by car.

Hotel Iaki / Mamaia area - Higher-end options in nearby Mamaia (drive required).
Constanța luxury hotels - Luxury and full-service hotels in Constanța region.

Where to Eat in Costinești #

Breakdown of cuisine types found across Costinești's restaurants and food venues, based on OpenStreetMap data.

Regional

Seafood

International

Fish

Crepe

Grill

Local

Pizza

Balkan

Mexican

Turkish

Beef Bowl

Fine Dining

Mediterranean

Fish & Chips

Nightlife in Costinești #

Costinești is known for an active summer nightlife aimed at students and young travellers: beach bars, open‑air parties and seasonal clubs light up along the shore. Expect loud, late nights in peak months.

Outside the high season the town becomes much quieter, with only a handful of bars and restaurants remaining open.

Shopping in Costinești #

Daytime shopping is geared to beach visitors: kiosks, souvenir stalls, small shops and market stalls selling seaside items and snacks. Supermarkets and bakeries serve everyday needs.

For wider shopping options (fashion, electronics) head to Constanța, which has larger stores and malls.