5-Star Hotels
These beautiful luxury hotels in Budapest are all centrally located and they feature unique architectural details, spacious rooms and suites and excellent services, including in-house café, bar and restaurant, multilingual concierge, spa facilities, room service, turn-down service, high-end toiletries, dry-cleaning and more.
Aria Hotel Budapest
5th district, central Pest
Rooftop bar, music-themed rooms
The chiming bells from the neighboring St. Stephen’s Basilica aren’t the only musical influence you’ll experience when you stay at the Aria Hotel Budapest as this 5-star hotel creates a symphony of elegance and upscale relaxation while paying homage to greats such as Liszt, Bob Dylan and Count Basie.
check availabilityThe Ritz-Carlton Budapest
5th district, central Pest
Interior design, top-notch service, location
While being an American hotel chain, the stylings of Ritz-Carlton Budapest provide a more local, European feel, with blue-and-white swirled carpeting made to look like the flow of the Danube and a display case of historical Hungarian paraphernalia such as old advertising posters and a Rubik’s Cube to pull at your nostalgic heartstrings.
check availabilityKempinski Hotel
5th district, central Pest
In-house restaurants, refurbished rooms
Your elegant urban escape awaits at the conveniently located Kempinski Hotel Corvinus, where you’re only a short walk from the Danube, Chain Bridge and many of the city’s most popular attractions. This modern building, erected in the early 90s, used to be the top accommodation for high-profile guests such as Michael Jackson.
check availabilityHilton Budapest
1st district, Buda Castle
Castle District location, view over Pest, recently refurbished
While you could choose the Hilton that’s right in the cosmopolitan bull’s eye of the Pest side, if you are looking to escape and enjoy a more unique Hilton experience then this 13-century church turned hotel situated on quiet but beautiful Buda in the popular Castle District is sure to provide you with the relaxing retreat or romantic getaway you’ve imagined.
check availabilityCorinthia Hotel Budapest
7th district, Pest
This is the hotel that inspired Wes Anderson’s movie!
If you loved Wes Anderson’s film “The Grand Budapest Hotel” then you have to stay in the hotel that inspired it all, the Corinthia Hotel Budapest. One look at the creamy neoclassical exterior and you’ll quickly see why this hotel is one of the most beautiful accommodations in the city.
check availabilityFour Seasons Budapest
5th district, central Pest
Gorgeous interior design, best view over Buda
This Art Nouveau palace turned upscale hotel offers the best seat of the house facing out into a serene park near the famous Chain Bridge and Danube River.
The lobby beckons with stained glass and a mosaic-tiled floor illuminated by bohemian chandeliers specially crafted by Preciosa.
Parisi Udvar Hotel Budapest
5th district, central Pest
Stunning architecture
The recently opened Parisi Udvar Hotel (Hyatt’s Unbound Collection) is a wonderful addition to the 5-star hotels in the city. The former Central Saving’s Bank building was beautifully restored with magnificent stained glass windows, ceramic tiles, mosaic floors and glass cupolas, while the rooms have a modern design with art deco elements. Staying at this hotel is a truly unique Budapest experience!
check availabilityBudapest Marriott Hotel
5th district, Pest by the Danube
Central location with excellent view over Buda, recently refurbished
The Budapest Marriott Hotel has been recently renovated and all the rooms and public areas now have a fresh and modern design. This hotel also has one of the best locations in the city, right on the Danube overlooking the beautiful Buda Castle and Gellért Hill, a one-of-a-kind view that you can enjoy even from the hotel’s excellent gym!
check availabilityMid-Range Hotels
Our curated selection of mid-range hotels are located in both Buda and Pest, and they are within walking distance from the main sites, restaurants, bars and more. These hotels are often smaller in size, however they offer a more unique design experience and a cozier atmosphere.
Hotel Rum Budapest
5th district, central Pest
Rooftop bar, industrial design
Modern, minimalist decor and a breathtaking rooftop bar await you at this boutique hotel tucked away within the gothic churches and university buildings of the 5th district. This old townhouse turned hotel still leaves traces of its original structure and design while creating a contemporary and bolder approach.
check availabilityBrody House
8th district, Pest
Unique design, access to the Brody Studios members club
Boho chic meets artist’s residence at one of the most popular hotels in Budapest. From upcycled furniture to quaint décor, it’s no surprise that Brody House plays host to artists calling Budapest home while shooting a feature film or modeling in a fashion shoot.
check availabilityLánchíd19 Design Hotel
1st district, Buda
Recently refurbished, view over Pest, designer furniture
Situated on the banks of the Danube on the Buda side, the multi-award winning and newly renovated Lánchíd19 Design Hotel is carefully crafted and it’s hugged by an undulating glass exterior that basks in natural light by day but is illuminated by colored lights by night.
check availabilityHotel Moments Budapest
6th district, Pest
Beautifully restored palace, clean design
Located within the stunning rows of neo-Renaissance buildings and upscale shopping of Andrássy Avenue (also a World Heritage Site), Hotel Moments is ideal for travelers wanting to be in the heart of the city center. If these 19th-century palace walls could talk they would tell you of their days as the city’s first cinema, a hardware shop, a bank and a series of nightclubs.
check availabilityPrestige Hotel Budapest
5th district, central Pest
In-house Michelin star restaurant
Neoclassicism is alive and well in this 19th century townhouse turned 21st century hotel in the heart of the bustling metropolis’ 5th District. If you are looking for simple elegance then the Prestige Hotel offers just that, from the pristine white open-atrium lobby with gold velvet wingback couches and black stone floors to its teardrop chandeliers and glass elevators.
check availabilityHotel Palazzo Zichy
8th district, Pest
19th century palace, complimentary coffee and tea during the day
If you received a tourist map of the city don’t be surprised if the hotel’s street, Lõrinc pap tér, isn’t on there. But don’t let that deter you, as Palazzo Zichy is in one of the city’s prime locations if you wish to be surrounded by stunning mansions, restaurants, attractions, sites and cafés.
check availabilityHotel Clark Budapest
1st district, Buda
Rooftop bar, view over Pest, recently opened
Hotel Clark truly offers the best of both worlds, being that it’s housed on the Buda side but Pest’s array of attractions are just over the Chain Bridge. Enjoy a morning trek to Buda Castle and Fisherman’s Bastion, two top attractions in the Castle District. After which, you may want to tackle the famous Gellért Hill for what some say offer the best views of the city.
check availabilityart’otel Budapest
1st district, by the Danube in Buda
View over Pest, artworks, proximity to the Castle
Who says the Pest side has to have all the fun? Enjoy the serene beauty of the Buda side with incredible views of Pest and the Danube River when you stay at the art’otel Budapest. This upscale, contemporary hotel is nestled directly below the majestic Buda Castle and welcomes you with over 500 vibrant works of art from the well-known contemporary painter Donald Sultan.
check availabilityRadisson Blu Béke Hotel Budapest
6th district, Pest
Recently refurbished, fresh Scandinavian design
Built in 1913, Radisson Blu Béke Hotel is among the three oldest hotels in Budapest. It has been extensively renovated during the last few years, so today, it is a modern-looking hotel with tasteful Scandinavian design that you might recognize from other Radisson Blu properties.
check availabilityHilton Garden Inn Budapest City Center
6th district, Pest
Recently opened, only a few steps from the State Opera House, rooftop bar
Another recent addition to the many great hotels in Budapest, Hilton Garden Inn is a great option if you’re looking for a cheaper accommodation but without making a compromise over quality of service. This hotel has a modern style and also features a rooftop bar. It’s only a quick walk from the State Opera House and the beautiful Andrássy Avenue, but since it’s on a side street, this hotel offers a quiet and peaceful stay.
check availabilityContinental Hotel Zara Budapest
7th district, Pest
Former bath with beautiful architectural details, close to the Jewish District
Formerly known as the Hungaria Bath, some architectural details in the lobby of the Continental Hotel Zara still reminds visitors of the great history of this building. Most of the rooms at Zara have been tastefully refurbished recently with fresh colors and modern furniture. There is a small wellness section and a rooftop pool that guests can use in the summer. Make sure you have a drink or two at the hotel’s bar overlooking the stunning lobby.
check availabilityBoutique Hotel Budapest
5th district, Pest
Fresh design, close to Váci utca, the main shopping street
Boutique Hotel Budapest is the ideal choice for any traveler who loves shopping as it’s located right off of Váci utca, the city’s most popular shopping street, filled with fast fasion and souvenir stores as well as restaurants, cafés, bars and more. Rooms have tasteful decor with brown, beige, grey and purple colors.
check availabilityBudget Options
Although accommodations are getting more and more expensive in Budapest, there are still a few pocket-friendly options, and luckily, you won’t need to compromise over quality and service.
Ambra Hotel
7th district, Pest
Proximity to the Jewish District and ruin bars, good value for money
Only minutes from the esteemed Opera House, the Ambra Hotel is right in the hustle and bustle of Budapest’s Jewish Quarter (7th district) but remains on a quieter street so you can get a little shuteye. The contemporary, spacious lobby beckons you to grab a book from the bookshelves and unwind on one of the plush, velvet-like couches.
check availabilityD8 Hotel
5th district, central Pest
Young feel, excellent location
Young and fresh, this very centrally located hotel opened recently offering a great option for those who are looking for a good quality accommodation but for a cheaper price. D8 has everything you’ll need on your Budapest vacation, including free high-speed Wi-Fi and a great public area where you can mingle with other travelers. Rooms come in two categories, standard and family rooms.
check availabilityGerlóczy Rooms de Lux
5th district, central Pest
Local experience, great café downstairs, central but quiet location
Directly above the famous Parisian-style Gerlóczy Café and up the iron-laden spiral staircase is a romantic getaway in the heart of Budapest. This is not your traditional hotel but rather a sneak peek into a more local experience. Gerlóczy pays homage to its Old World architectural bones while providing upgraded, modern-day amenities and features.
check availabilityOther Pages You Might Be Interested In…
*Disclosure: This page contains affiliate links to booking.com, which means if you click on the buttons and book your accommodation, we’ll earn a small commission. And while you won’t have to pay anything extra, this small commission will make it possible for us to continue publishing more stories on Budapest Local.