The centrally located, upper-middle-range Marmara brings a touch of the Orient to Budapest, with rich colors and damask prints harmonizing in the public areas and rooms. The 93 air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, minibars, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The restaurant serves a buffet breakfast, which is included in the room rate, but no other meals. Cocktails, hot drinks, sandwiches, and sweets are available in the Lobby Bar. Located halfway between Margaret Bridge and the railway station, the Marmara is within a five-minute walk of the Comedy Theatre, Parliament, and the metro. Travelers might want to also check out the nearby Hotel Parlament, which has a Swedish sauna and whirlpool.
The centrally located, upper-middle-range Marmara brings a touch of the Orient to Budapest, with rich colors and damask prints harmonizing in the public areas and rooms. The 93 air-conditioned rooms have flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, minibars, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The restaurant serves a buffet breakfast, which is included in the room rate, but no other meals. Cocktails, hot drinks, sandwiches, and sweets are available in the Lobby Bar. Located halfway between Margaret Bridge and the railway station, the Marmara is within a five-minute walk of the Comedy Theatre, Parliament, and the metro. Travelers might want to also check out the nearby Hotel Parlament, which has a Swedish sauna and whirlpool.
The 298-room Hotel Budapest is a slightly run-down budget property that offers panoramic views of the city and nearby Buda hills (the building has a striking ring shape with views in all directions). The wood paneled lobby lounges look straight out of the '70s, and the rooms have dated carpets and patterned bedspreads in garish color combinations. Travelers on a budget, including groups, favor this property, which is situated to the northwest of the Buda side of the city center, a half hour on foot or 15 minutes via bus to the castle district.
The 298-room Hotel Budapest is a slightly run-down budget property that offers panoramic views of the city and nearby Buda hills (the building has a striking ring shape with views in all directions). The wood paneled lobby lounges look straight out of the '70s, and the rooms have dated carpets and patterned bedspreads in garish color combinations. Travelers on a budget, including groups, favor this property, which is situated to the northwest of the Buda side of the city center, a half hour on foot or 15 minutes via bus to the castle district.
The 37-room Ambra Hotel is an upper-middle-range property exceptionally well-located near the Opera House, the UNESCO heritage Andrassy Avenue, and the historic Jewish quarter. Restaurants, bars, shops, and public transportation are within walking distance. The contemporary rooms have minibars, flat-screen TVs, and modern bathrooms; upgraded rooms are decorated in chic striped wallpaper. But entry-level rooms, which overlook the hotel's internal courtyard, can seem dark. A breakfast buffet is included in the room rate, and free coffee and light snacks are available during the day, but the hotel lacks the features of some of the larger hotels in its category -- while it has a steam room and Finnish sauna, there's no fitness center, restaurant, or bar. The nearby K+K Hotel Opera and the Casati Budapest Hotel both have small fitness centers.
The 37-room Ambra Hotel is an upper-middle-range property exceptionally well-located near the Opera House, the UNESCO heritage Andrassy Avenue, and the historic Jewish quarter. Restaurants, bars, shops, and public transportation are within walking distance. The contemporary rooms have minibars, flat-screen TVs, and modern bathrooms; upgraded rooms are decorated in chic striped wallpaper. But entry-level rooms, which overlook the hotel's internal courtyard, can seem dark. A breakfast buffet is included in the room rate, and free coffee and light snacks are available during the day, but the hotel lacks the features of some of the larger hotels in its category -- while it has a steam room and Finnish sauna, there's no fitness center, restaurant, or bar. The nearby K+K Hotel Opera and the Casati Budapest Hotel both have small fitness centers.
The three-pearl Hotel Moments Budapest is a charming boutique hotel with a central location on the iconic Andrassy Avenue near St. Stephen’s Basilica. Its location is within walking distance to several attractions as well as public transport. The 99 guest rooms are warm and cozy with amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. There's a free buffet breakfast each morning with both hot and cold items. The hotel's restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and also has a bar with a vast selection of local and international wines. Both tourist and business travelers will appreciate the fitness center, sauna, and garden-themed spa. There is also a meeting room available and internet corner. For lower rates, Estilo Fashion Hotel is another trendy property to consider, located on Budapest's best-known shopping street, Vaci utca.
The three-pearl Hotel Moments Budapest is a charming boutique hotel with a central location on the iconic Andrassy Avenue near St. Stephen’s Basilica. Its location is within walking distance to several attractions as well as public transport. The 99 guest rooms are warm and cozy with amenities like flat-screen TVs, minibars, coffeemakers, and free Wi-Fi. There's a free buffet breakfast each morning with both hot and cold items. The hotel's restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and also has a bar with a vast selection of local and international wines. Both tourist and business travelers will appreciate the fitness center, sauna, and garden-themed spa. There is also a meeting room available and internet corner. For lower rates, Estilo Fashion Hotel is another trendy property to consider, located on Budapest's best-known shopping street, Vaci utca.
The 40-room Hotel Mediterran is a mid-range property situated on the Buda side of the city, slightly outside of the center but with easy enough access to attractions via public transport. Rooms are clean and comfortable -- if impersonal -- with modern amenities including air-conditioning, generously stocked minibars, flat-screen TVs, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. While decor throughout is decidedly mid-range and bland, the hotel has upscale extras such as concierge service and a private whirlpool and sauna, which can be rented out for an extra fee. There's also a decent daily breakfast buffet (for a fee), a lobby bar, and free outdoor parking or paid underground parking. Travelers may want to compare rates and amenities with Hotel Charles; it's slightly closer to attractions and has rooms with kitchenettes, but decor is more dated.
The 40-room Hotel Mediterran is a mid-range property situated on the Buda side of the city, slightly outside of the center but with easy enough access to attractions via public transport. Rooms are clean and comfortable -- if impersonal -- with modern amenities including air-conditioning, generously stocked minibars, flat-screen TVs, and tea- and coffee-making facilities. While decor throughout is decidedly mid-range and bland, the hotel has upscale extras such as concierge service and a private whirlpool and sauna, which can be rented out for an extra fee. There's also a decent daily breakfast buffet (for a fee), a lobby bar, and free outdoor parking or paid underground parking. Travelers may want to compare rates and amenities with Hotel Charles; it's slightly closer to attractions and has rooms with kitchenettes, but decor is more dated.
The Aquaworld Resort Budapest is a sophisticated upscale property with a huge attached indoor waterpark (resort guests pay a fee), a spa with eight treatment rooms, a sauna, gym, tennis and squash courts, plus a supervised kids' play area. Business travelers have 15 meeting rooms to use. The 309 guest rooms, which range from Standard Rooms to Three-Bedroom Apartments, are spacious and modern, and include minibars and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also has two restaurants and a lobby bar, in addition to dining and drink areas within the waterpark. The resort, though, is far from central Budapest and its sights, but it offers daily shuttle service, and parking is free. Travelers not intent on having a waterpark on-site should check out the family-friendly Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest, which is in the city center.
The Aquaworld Resort Budapest is a sophisticated upscale property with a huge attached indoor waterpark (resort guests pay a fee), a spa with eight treatment rooms, a sauna, gym, tennis and squash courts, plus a supervised kids' play area. Business travelers have 15 meeting rooms to use. The 309 guest rooms, which range from Standard Rooms to Three-Bedroom Apartments, are spacious and modern, and include minibars and free Wi-Fi. The hotel also has two restaurants and a lobby bar, in addition to dining and drink areas within the waterpark. The resort, though, is far from central Budapest and its sights, but it offers daily shuttle service, and parking is free. Travelers not intent on having a waterpark on-site should check out the family-friendly Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest, which is in the city center.
Korona Panzio is a lower-middle-range hotel in a residential suburb on the outskirts of Budapest. Extending over two buildings, the hotel has is set in leafy and peaceful surroundings, but it's faraway from most of the city's major sights -- the city center is at least a 20-minute bus ride away. Some of the 23 rooms, a bit dated with their wood-veneer paneling, have city-view balconies, and apartments have cooking facilities. A buffet breakfast is included in the room rate, and Wi-Fi is free, although the signal can be spotty. Another budget-friendly option is the hilltop Hotel Pension Helios, which offers better views.
Korona Panzio is a lower-middle-range hotel in a residential suburb on the outskirts of Budapest. Extending over two buildings, the hotel has is set in leafy and peaceful surroundings, but it's faraway from most of the city's major sights -- the city center is at least a 20-minute bus ride away. Some of the 23 rooms, a bit dated with their wood-veneer paneling, have city-view balconies, and apartments have cooking facilities. A buffet breakfast is included in the room rate, and Wi-Fi is free, although the signal can be spotty. Another budget-friendly option is the hilltop Hotel Pension Helios, which offers better views.
This Hotel Regnum Residence is an upper-middle-range, modern property in Watertown on the Buda side of Budapest, a two-minute walk to the Kiraly Baths and close to many other attractions. The 49 air-conditioned rooms are contemporary and spacious, and some have separate living rooms. All have private terraces with wicker furniture. There are also a lobby bar, an outdoor dining terrace, two conference rooms, a parking garage, and an on-site restaurant, though it's not open for dinner. Those who prefer a location closer to popular Castle Hill, Buda's most historic neighborhood, should consider the Buda Castle Fashion Hotel.
This Hotel Regnum Residence is an upper-middle-range, modern property in Watertown on the Buda side of Budapest, a two-minute walk to the Kiraly Baths and close to many other attractions. The 49 air-conditioned rooms are contemporary and spacious, and some have separate living rooms. All have private terraces with wicker furniture. There are also a lobby bar, an outdoor dining terrace, two conference rooms, a parking garage, and an on-site restaurant, though it's not open for dinner. Those who prefer a location closer to popular Castle Hill, Buda's most historic neighborhood, should consider the Buda Castle Fashion Hotel.
Conveniently located near the Danube River, the seven-story upscale Hotel President Budapest is within walking distance of some of Budapest's top attractions, such as the Parliament Building and St. Stephen's Basilica. The 75 rooms, which include suites (the Presidential Suite is bulletproof!) are quiet and spacious, and some have Art Deco touches and balconies, while others more minimally modern than lush. The hotel has a Michelin-star restaurant -- Intemezzo -- an indoor pool and hot tub in the Wellness Center, and a rooftop terrace with fabulous views. Watch out for extra fees for everything from use of the fitness center to breakfast. Travelers seeking a bit more luxe might want want to also check out Le Meridien or the Corinthia.
Conveniently located near the Danube River, the seven-story upscale Hotel President Budapest is within walking distance of some of Budapest's top attractions, such as the Parliament Building and St. Stephen's Basilica. The 75 rooms, which include suites (the Presidential Suite is bulletproof!) are quiet and spacious, and some have Art Deco touches and balconies, while others more minimally modern than lush. The hotel has a Michelin-star restaurant -- Intemezzo -- an indoor pool and hot tub in the Wellness Center, and a rooftop terrace with fabulous views. Watch out for extra fees for everything from use of the fitness center to breakfast. Travelers seeking a bit more luxe might want want to also check out Le Meridien or the Corinthia.
The upscale Hotel Museum Budapest, centrally located in the Palace District, pairs Art Nouveau with chic, modern design. Its 104 rooms are tasteful and understated, and include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lobby bar, small museum gallery with seasonal exhibitions, and a breakfast buffet for an additional fee, but there's no full restaurant. The spa includes a small gym, a whirlpool, sauna, and Turkish bath, with massages available from early to late evening. Travelers might want to also consider the Iberostar Grand Hotel Budapest, a boutique property with splashier decor that's closer to the river.
The upscale Hotel Museum Budapest, centrally located in the Palace District, pairs Art Nouveau with chic, modern design. Its 104 rooms are tasteful and understated, and include air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, minibars, and free Wi-Fi. The hotel has a lobby bar, small museum gallery with seasonal exhibitions, and a breakfast buffet for an additional fee, but there's no full restaurant. The spa includes a small gym, a whirlpool, sauna, and Turkish bath, with massages available from early to late evening. Travelers might want to also consider the Iberostar Grand Hotel Budapest, a boutique property with splashier decor that's closer to the river.