We have created a list with the best central luxury hotels in Budapest, Hungary. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Mia Dahl & Kent Berg. Updated March 2024.
Hip. Creative. Rooftop restaurant. The adults-only Hotel Clark Budapest is set in Budapest and features a fitness centre. Popular points of interest nearby include Buda Castle, Chain Bridge and Matthias Church. The property is close to popular attractions like St. Stephen's Basilica, Hungarian Parliament Building and Citadella. All rooms comes with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a coffee machine, a bath or shower, free toiletries and a wardrobe. Rooms are complete with a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer, while selected rooms also feature a balcony. The hotel offers rich buffet breakfast. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site Leo Bistro, which serves excellent dishes, or at Leo rooftop bar with stunning view to the city. Hotel Clark Budapest offers a sauna. The reception can provide advice on the area in order to help guests plan their day. Citadella is 1.4 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Budapest Liszt Ferenc Airport, 25 km from Hotel Clark Budapest.Show full description
I rate this as one of the coolest and most CREATIVE boutique hotels in Budapest. It also has a cool rooftop restaurant.
Cool. Elegant. Great restaurant. Built in 1906 and entirely renovated in 2004, Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace Budapest enjoys an incomparable location in front of the Chain Bridge, offering luxury units, an infinity-edge pool, a fitness room and a restaurant and bar. All rooms and spacious suites offer iPod Docking Station, satellite TV, wired and wireless internet connection and marble-covered bathrooms with a spacious bath or a shower cabin. Most of the suites are provided with a further guest bathroom and some of the rooms also feature a step-out balcony with panoramic views of the Danube River and the Castle Hill. Guests can enjoy dinner or have a drink at the Kollázs Brasserie & Bar, a contemporary European brasserie overlooking the Chain Bridge and the Danube River, which offers creative combinations of the dining experience. Breakfast can be enjoyed every morning on continental basis. Additionally, American breakfast can be requested at an extra cost. The business centre and concierge desk are at your disposal with working stations, a boardroom and scanning and printing facilities. Translating and secretarial services are on request. The Buda Castle and the Matthias Church can be reached within a 15-minute walk, while the St. Stephen's Basilica is just 400 metres from the Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace. Private parking is possible on site and airport shuttle service can be arranged as well.Show full description
Newly opened, November 2023. Set in Budapest, 1.4 km from Hungarian National Museum, Dorothea Hotel, Budapest, Autograph Collection offers accommodation with a bar and private parking. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, fitness centre, and sauna, as well as a restaurant. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a wardrobe, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a bath or shower. Each room is fitted with a kettle, while certain rooms here will provide you with a balcony and others also provide guests with city views. At Dorothea Hotel, Budapest, Autograph Collection every room has bed linen and towels. A buffet, à la carte or continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The accommodation offers a hammam. Popular points of interest near Dorothea Hotel, Budapest, Autograph Collection include Hungarian Parliament Building, Hungarian State Opera and Dohany Street Synagogue. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International, 14 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Great views. Good breakfast. Set by the foot of the Buda Castle, directly on the Danube River bank, this boutique hotel enjoys an elevated location in the heart of Budapest. It offers rooms with free WiFi and views of the Danube and the Parliament. The modern rooms are fitted with air conditioning, an LCD TV and satellite channels and a private bathroom. The facilities also include a safety box. You can relax in the sauna and enjoy massage services on request. The front desk at Boutique Hotel Victoria Budapest is at your service 24-hours a day. Breakfast is served in the main building. You can cross the Danube on the Chain Bridge 250 metres away. Margaret Island and the Mathias Church are both reachable within a few minutes’ walk. The Batthyányi Square metro station on line M2 is 500 metres from Boutique Hotel Victoria Budapest. Private parking is possible at a location nearby at an additional fee.Show full description
Elegant. Friendly staff.Opened March 2021. Well set in the centre of Budapest, Áurea Ana Palace by Eurostars Hotel Company provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a restaurant. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with a sauna, and hammam, as well as a bar. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms are fitted with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms include a terrace and others also provide guests with city views. All units will provide guests with a wardrobe and a kettle. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options. There is a tour desk and car rentals are available, while the business centre has a fax machine and photocopier. Popular points of interest near Áurea Ana Palace by Eurostars Hotel Company include St. Stephen's Basilica, Hungarian State Opera and Hungarian Parliament Building. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International, 15 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Opened October 2022. Set in Budapest and with St. Stephen's Basilica reachable within 400 metres, Verno House offers concierge services, allergy-free rooms, a restaurant, free WiFi and a bar. This 5-star hotel offers room service and a 24-hour front desk. There is a spa and wellness centre with a terrace, fitness centre and sauna, as well as a hot tub. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Verno House provides certain units with city views, and each room includes a kettle. At the accommodation all rooms come with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, à la carte or vegan options. The area is popular for cycling, and bike hire and car hire are available at Verno House. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Hungarian State Opera, Dohany Street Synagogue and House of Terror. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International, 14 km from Verno House, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Highly elegant. Creative. Rooftop bar. Offering a rooftop bar with panoramic views of downtown Budapest, the non-smoking Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection boasts rooms and suites designed around 4 music styles and a spa centre with a pool, saunas and a hammam. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Every air-conditioned unit features a state-of-the-art multimedia system, an iPad and a Nespresso coffee machine with complimentary capsules. 4 bottles of spring water are provided each day of your stay. Most bathrooms come with a bath and a walk-in shower. Bathrobes, slippers as well as toiletries are provided. A rich complimentary buffet breakfast is served each morning in the Aria Hotel. Gratis coffee and tea are served with cookies and fruits during the day and a free wine and cheese reception is available every afternoon from 16:00 to 18:00. An extensive selection of music CDs and DVDs can be accessed in the Music Library for free. The St. Stephen's Basilica is 100 metres from the Aria Hotel Budapest, while the State Opera House is a 5-minute walk away. Budapest Liszt Ferenc Airport is 17 km from the property. Airport shuttle is available on request.Show full description
Trendy. Creative. Very clean. Monastery Boutique Hotel Budapest is situated within 600 metres of Fisherman's Bastion, 700 metres from Chain Bridge and it is close to several noted attractions. The hotel offers 24 hour reception and free WiFi all areas. Rooms include a desk, flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, air conditioning and a wardrobe. A hearty breakfast buffet is available each morning at the hotel. Many shops, bars, cafes and restaurants can be found in the surrounding streets. Guests can enjoy cycling nearby and the reception of the property can provide tips on the area. The nearest metro station is 600 metres away. Buda Castle is 1.4 km from the hotel, while State Opera House is 2.1 km away. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 23 km from Monastery Boutique Hotel Budapest.Show full description
Very central. Offering a fitness centre and a spa and wellness area, The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest offers accommodation in the heart of the city centre, just a few minutes walking distance from St. Stephen’s Basilica and the Danube. The luxury marble bathrooms have separate bathtub and rain-shower. Guests can enjoy a meal at the on-site restaurant or a drink at the bar. Combining elegance, comfort and amenities such as wired and wireless internet connection, LCD satellite TV, air-conditioning and a minibar, the spacious rooms and suites overlook the pedestrian Fashion Street or the beautiful Elizabeth Park. Some of the rooms also feature a step-out balcony with panoramic views. Free toiletries, bathrobes, slippers and a hairdryer are provided in all rooms. The Kupola Lounge is situated beneath the iconic stained glass cupola which is the ideal place for a rich breakfast, a light lunch or an afternoon tea. IPANEMA Brazilian Grill and churrascaria boasts original yet modern cuisine, handcrafted cocktails and a South American atmosphere. Kaffee Wien focuses on serving home-made cakes and pastries. The Ritz-Carlton Spa offers a stunning array of treatments, spa rituals, a hot tub, steam room and a swimming pool flooded with natural daylight. The Fitness Center is open 24 hours per day and features state-of-the-art equipment. Private parking is possible at a location nearby for an additional fee. The hotel is just minutes' walk away from the city’s exquisite shopping and lively business district, the Castle district, Opera House and the Dohány Street Synagogue, the largest synagogue of Europe.Show full description
Great value. The InterContinental Budapest enjoys an excellent location on the banks of the Danube next to the Chain Bridge. All important sights are within easy walking distance. The Váci shopping street, the Central Market Hall and the Gellért Baths are nearby, as well. Tram stops can be found right outside the hotel. The elegantly furnished suites and rooms at the InterContinental feature sleek interior design. Some offer stunning views of the river and the castle. The Executive Lounge awaits you with a selection of snacks and beverages, free internet and a working corner. Take a dip in the indoor pool or enjoy a workout in the 24-hour gym. Guests can savour lebanese dishes or modern fusion dishes at the on-site restaurant. ARZ Lebanese offers a barbecue during the summer season.Show full description
Very stylish. Cool. Cosy rooms. Popular among business travellers.Opened April 2021. Located in Budapest, 1.5 km from Blaha Lujza Square, Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. With free WiFi, this 5-star hotel offers a business centre and a concierge service. At Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel every room is equipped with bed linen and towels. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, 13 km from Matild Palace, a Luxury Collection Hotel. The accommodation offers a sauna, nightclub and room service. Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room has a coffee machine, while selected rooms come with a balcony and others also offer city views. Breakfast is available daily, and includes buffet, continental and Full English/Irish options. Staff speak German, Greek, English and Hungarian at the 24-hour front desk. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Hungarian National Museum, Budapest History Museum and Dohany Street Synagogue.Show full description
Perhaps this is the most stylish central luxury hotel in Budapest. It also has very cosy rooms.
Central. Situated 700 metres from the Chain Bridge and Saint Stephen's Basilica, Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest offers several restaurants, luxurious air-conditioned rooms, and an indoor pool. Its architecture is a symbol of modern Budapest. Altogether the hotel features 313 rooms and 40 suites, reflecting a unique contemporary style, and providing all the must-have features and conveniences of travel today. The grand deluxe rooms and suites are designed by British designer Alex Kravetz. The superior rooms size is above average, while the suites feature some of the original artwork from the Corvinus Collection of Hungarian contemporary art. The Nobu Restaurant serves delicious sushi and innovative Japanese dishes, while the ÉS Bisztró-Brasserie features a summer terrace and serves Hungarian and Viennese specialities. The Living Room is a classic coffeeshop with a modern twist. Drinks can be enjoyed at Blue Fox The Bar. Á la carte breakfast is offered. Kempinski The Spa, on second floor provides unique massages and body treatments with natural products. At no surcharge, guests can enjoy the sauna and the fitness centre. Guests under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult and are allowed to use the pool from 9:00 to 18:00. From the nearby underground and bus stops, guests can easily access all attractions. The Hungexpo Exhibition Centre is a 20-minute drive away.Show full description
Great views. The Hilton Budapest can be found in the impressive Castle district, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, next to the Fisherman's Bastion and Matthias Church. Free WiFi access is available in all areas. Enjoy the great Danube and city views from your luxuriously furnished 31 m² rooms, work in comfort at the desk or put your feet up in the large armchair in a fluffy bathrobe. Explore the romance of old Buda whilst being only 15 minutes from the city centre of Pest. All rooms are bright and airy, with large windows. Marvel at ancient relics, situated in the hotel’s restored Dominican cloister. Lounge in the Lobby Café & Bar and admire breathtaking views, or try authentic Hungarian and international flavours at the LÁNG Bistro & Grill. Work out in the fitness centre featuring LifeFitness® equipments and open 24 hours a day, or relax in the sauna or enjoy a massage. Indoor and outdoor parking facilities and valet parking are available. Due to limited spaces advance reservation is necessary for secured underground garage of the hotel.Show full description
Central. Elegant. Friendly staff. Set in a renovated historic building in the city centre, the 4-star Prestige Hotel Budapest is 200 metres from the Danube River and 300 metres from the Chain Bridge. Free WiFi is available. International gourmet cuisine can be enjoyed at the Costes Downtown Restaurant. All rooms offer elegant Cavalli furniture, air conditioning, a minibar, a flat-screen cable TV, a laptop safe, and a stylish bathroom. Some have views of the street and some have views of the courtyard. An extended continental breakfast is served also in this restaurant. St. Stephen’s Basilica is 600 metres away from the Prestige Hotel, and Buda Castle is 850 metres away. Tram line 2 stops 190 metres away at Széchenyi rakpart, and metro line M3 stops at Arany János utca, 700 metres away.Show full description
The Budapest Marriott Hotel is the only hotel in Budapest offering magnificent Danube river views from all of its 364 rooms, boasting a prime location in the heart of the city. Apart from boasting spectacular river views, the rooms offer an extraordinary combination of style, innovation and comfort, featuring ergonomically designed furniture. All rooms have been refurbished in 2018 with the latest Marriott design: hardwood floors, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a connect-your-device option, USB outlets and video streaming. DNB Budapest Wine Bar and Kitchen is a contemporary all-day restaurant with an exciting show kitchen and a dining deli counter offering the best produce of Hungary. The menu list contains simple and healthy food from high-quality locally sourced ingredients. The Liz & Chain features a trendy musical programme and serves a wide range of vodkas, artisan beers and an amazing mineral water collection from around the world. The vibrant space has a distinctive design inspired by the rivers and lakes of Hungary. A great variety of interesting wines and fine fruit brandies can be enjoyed by the glass in this brand new bar. The Liz and Chain Rooftop Bar with a terrace on the 9th floor and incomparable view over the city Located on the mezzanine floor, Marriott Fitness Center offers everything within the field of health and fitness.Show full description
Creative. Great breakfast. Comfortable beds. Maison Bistro & Hotel in Budapest provides adults-only accommodation with a restaurant, a bar, and a garden. This 4-star hotel offers high-quality concierge services. The accommodation provides a 24-hour front desk and organizes tours for guests. At the hotel every room is equipped with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box, and a private bathroom with a shower, a hairdryer, and free toiletries. At Maison Bistro & Hotel rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. Rich buffet breakfast with a' la carte dishes is included in the price and is available every day at the accommodation. Maison Bistro & Hotel offers a terrace. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Trinity Square, Fisherman's Bastion, and Matthias Church. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International, 19 km from Maison Bistro & Hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Stylish. Popular among business travellers. Set in Budapest, less than 1 km from Dohany Street Synagogue, Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest, part of Hyatt offers accommodation featuring a fitness centre, wellness centre, private parking, bar and free WiFi. The property also offers 24-hour front desk. All guest rooms come with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, kettle, hairdryer and a desk. The units feature a private bathroom with a shower, bidet and free toiletries. The units also offer a terrace. Buffet breakfast is available at the property and an on-site restaurant is also available. Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest, part of Hyatt offers a terrace and an airport shuttle service at an extra cost. Guests can enjoy hiking and cycling nearby. Cafés, shops and theatres are also available nearby. The non-smoking property is located 1.5 km from State Opera House. Chain Bridge is 1.6 km from the hotel, while St. Stephen's Basilica is 1.7 km from the property. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International, 21 km from Párisi Udvar Hotel Budapest, part of Hyatt, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Great value. Great views. Situated in the centre of Budapest, right on the banks of the Danube river, the Park Plaza Budapest offers panoramic views of the Danube, the Fisherman's Bastion and other famous sights. Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel free of charge and you enjoy free access to the sauna and the fitness facilities. Suites also offer complimentary coffee and tea making facilities, luxury cotton bathrobes and a welcome bottle of mineral water. You will find a complimentary newspaper in your room. The Bar offers coffee specialities and cakes. Breakfast, is available at the Drawing Room Restaurant every morning and includes fresh fruit, croissants, coffee specialities and yoghurt. It takes you only a 10-minute walk to reach the World Heritage site of the Buda Castle as well as the pedestrianized shopping area. You can park your car on site.Show full description
Opened May 2023. Boasting a terrace, a restaurant as well as a bar, W Budapest is situated in the centre of Budapest, 100 metres from Hungarian State Opera. This 5-star hotel offers room service, a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi. Guests can use the spa and wellness centre with an indoor pool, fitness centre, and sauna, as well as a shared lounge. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms offering a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a TV and a private bathroom with a shower. All rooms have a wardrobe. An à la carte breakfast is available each morning at W Budapest. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include House of Terror, Dohany Street Synagogue and St. Stephen's Basilica. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International, 14 km from W Budapest, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Super central. Superb breakfast. Comfortable beds.Opened June 2022. Well set in Budapest, Three Corners Downtown Hotel provides air-conditioned rooms, a fitness centre, free WiFi and a garden. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 300 metres from St. Guests at Three Corners Downtown Hotel can enjoy a buffet breakfast. House of Terror is 1.5 km from Three Corners Downtown Hotel, while Hungarian Parliament Building is 1 km away. Stephen's Basilica, 700 metres from Hungarian State Opera and 1.1 km from Dohany Street Synagogue. Private parking is available on site. At the hotel, every room comes with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. All rooms come with a safety deposit box, while selected rooms include a balcony and others also provide guests with city views. All units will provide guests with a minibar. The accommodation offers 4-star accommodation with a sauna and terrace. Speaking German, English and Hungarian, staff are always on hand to help at the reception. The nearest airport is Budapest Ferenc Liszt International, 14 km from the hotel, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most CENTRAL hotels in Budapest. It also has a highly rated breakfast, a central location and super comfortable beds.
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