Emerald Hotel
9.6Superb · 308 Reviews
Pristina - Skopje Highway | Podujevo, 10000, XK
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About Podujevo
Podujevo follows the Llap River through Kosovo’s peaceful landscape, where traditional food, local neighborhoods and a relaxed rhythm offer a grounded view of Balkan life.
Quiet streets and the Llap River banks give Podujevo a local, unhurried feel, with everyday life centered on small shops, mosques and traditional restaurants. Podujevo City Park offers a green pause, while the Local Bazaar brings neighborhood commerce and conversation.
Traditional restaurants serve flija, qebapa, pite and tavë kosi, making food central to the town’s cultural character. Albanian and Serbian are heard throughout the city. City Center is the most useful area to stay, keeping the park, bazaar and local dining close at hand.
Where to stay
Hotels in Podujevo
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Four Points by Sheraton Prishtina City
9.5Superb · 165 Reviews
California Street Nr 52 Marigona Residence | Podujevo, 10000, XK
Swimming poolSpa & wellness
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Hotel Diamond Prishtina
9.3Superb · 347 Reviews
Pristina Skopje Highway 10000 Prishtinë 7 Km From Center | Podujevo, 10000, XK
Swimming poolSpa & wellness
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Best for
Ranked by verified guest score, then stars. Based on 1,055 of 1,236 hotels with verified data.
Best for families
Family rooms listed · 23 hotels qualify
- Prado Apartments9.9/10 · 134 reviews · 4-star
- Emerald Hotel9.6/10 · 308 reviews · 5-star
- Vetus Hotel9.6/10 · 161 reviews
- Hotel City Rooms Prishtina9.6/10 · 130 reviews
- Four Points by Sheraton Prishtina City9.5/10 · 165 reviews · 4-star
Best for drivers
Free parking · 34 hotels qualify
- Black Marble Apartment10.0/10 · 51 reviews · 4-star
- Flower House in the City Center!9.7/10 · 113 reviews · 4-star
- Huge Apartment with a Garden in the City Center9.7/10 · 90 reviews · 4-star
- Nesi apartmenti9.7/10 · 59 reviews · 4-star
- Malda's Apartment9.6/10 · 109 reviews · 4-star
Best for a pool
Swimming pool listed · 6 hotels qualify
- Hotel Gracanica9.5/10 · 177 reviews · 3-star
- Hotel Diamond Prishtina9.3/10 · 347 reviews · 5-star
- Hotel ERA8.7/10 · 130 reviews · 4-star
- Brezovica Hotel & SPA8.6/10 · 245 reviews · 5-star
Podujevo at a glance
Check-in / check-out
2:00 PM / 11:00 AM
Free parking
609 of 817 hotels (75%)
Pool
19 of 1,055 hotels
Climate
Continental
Languages
Albanian and Serbian
Local currency
EUR
(EUR)
Local time
(GMT+1)
Ideal trip length
1–3 days
Cost level
1 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
City Center
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, small amounts appreciated.
History, culture and food in Podujevo
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
55 · Moderate
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Flija
Qebapa
Pite
Tavë Kosi
Hotel facts in Podujevo
Based on 1,055 of 1,236 hotels with verified data.
| Hotels that list | Hotels | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Free parkingof hotels with verified parking | 609 of 817 | 75% |
| Swimming pool | 19 of 1,055 | 2% |
| 24-hour front desk | 60 of 1,055 | 6% |
| Facilities for disabled guests | 17 of 1,055 | 2% |
| Family rooms | 48 of 1,055 | 5% |
| Kitchen or kitchenette | 17 of 1,055 | 2% |
| Airport shuttle2 free | 100 of 1,055 | 9% |
Pools and room sizes by star rating
| Stars | Pool | Standard room |
|---|---|---|
| 3-star | 3 of 215 | 25 m²usually 20 m²–30 m² · 17 hotels |
| 4-star | 4 of 219 | 25 m²usually 23 m²–32 m² · 16 hotels |
| 5-star | 5 of 8 | 34 m²usually 25 m²–37 m² · 8 hotels |
When to visit Podujevo
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: May, June, July and August
Busiest: Jun-Aug
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Jan14
Cold, often snowy
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Feb14
Cold, winter sports possible
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Mar21
Cool, early spring
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Apr21
Mild, pleasant
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May44
Warm, green landscapes
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Jun44
Hot, ideal for outdoors
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Jul44
Hot, peak summer
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Aug44
Warm, late summer
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Sep34
Mild, beautiful autumn
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Oct14
Cool, colorful foliage
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Nov14
Cold, rainy
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Dec14
Cold, often snowy
Things to do in Podujevo
5 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 5 of 5 places ·
Best in the morning
1 place
Visit the Local Bazaar
City Center 2 hours
Experience daily life and find local produce and goods.
Best in the afternoon
1 place
Stroll through Podujevo City Park
City Center 1.5 hours
Enjoy a peaceful walk in the town's central green space.
Best in the evening
1 place
Dine at a Traditional Restaurant
City Center 1.5 hours
Savor authentic Kosovan dishes like Flija or Qebapa.
Any time of day
2 places
Explore the Llap River Banks
Llap River 1 hour
Walk along the river that flows through the town.
Discover Local Mosques
City Center 1 hour
Observe the architecture and cultural significance of local religious sites.
Before you go to Podujevo
Our own ratings and notes on eating out, signature experiences, who the city suits and planning ahead.
Frequently asked questions about Podujevo
How many places to stay are there in Podujevo?
There are 1,200+ hotels, apartments and other places to stay in Podujevo. They include 95 hotels and 1,000+ apartments.
When is the peak season in Podujevo?
The peak season in Podujevo is Jun-Aug.
Which area is a good base in Podujevo?
The travel guide suggests staying in City Center when visiting Podujevo.
How many hotels in Podujevo have free parking?
609 of the 817 hotels in Podujevo with verified parking details list free parking (75%). 206 charge for parking.
What is the usual check-in time at hotels in Podujevo?
2:00 PM at 351 of the 1,001 hotels with a verified check-in time. The next most common time is 3:00 PM (334 hotels).
What time is check-out at hotels in Podujevo?
11:00 AM at 638 of 1,011 hotels with a verified check-out time; 12:00 PM at 166.
How many hotels in Podujevo have a pool?
19 of 1,055 hotels with verified data list a swimming pool.