The Hungarian capital, Budapest, has something for everyone. You can party the night away in a dilapidated ruin bar decked out in mismatched furniture and strung up with fairy lights, hike to the baroque Royal Palace for fantastic views over the Danube, or explore the ghosts of Hungary’s communist past in a cemetery for socialist statues at Memento Park. Bisected by the River Danube, its 19th-century Chain Bridge connects the hilly Buda district with flat Pest. The city might be compact, but it packs a punch when it comes to things to see and do, from the famous baths to the city’s fine collection of coffee houses.
The city’s hotels are just as eclectic. Whether you want to wrap yourself in luxury while overlooking the iconic Chain Bridge, spend the night in a former ballet institute, or choose a hostel tucked inside one of Budapest ’s most beautiful residential buildings, you’ll find something to suit your taste.
For the best boutique hotels in Budapest, the best budget hotels in Budapest and the best luxury hotels in Budapest, see our guides.
Best hotels in Budapest 2025
At a glance
Budapest offers something for everyone, and its hotel scene is no exception. Whether it’s luxury you’re after or something more budget-friendly, you’ll find a hotel that meets your needs.
Jennifer Walker
1. Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace
Although the main draw for the Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Palace is its view overlooking the Royal Palace and the Chain Bridge, the building itself is also a landmark in its own right. The Four Seasons occupies a spectacular grand Art Nouveau building with its arcade-style foyer accented with mosaics, tiles and glass. The hotel’s rooms are luxurious and large, and many come with views over the Danube. Guests can also treat themselves to services at the spa, fine dining facilities in Kollázs – a contemporary French-style brasserie–or creative craft cocktails at Múzsa in the spectacular arcaded lobby.
Address: Széchenyi István tér 5-6, 1051
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2. Párisi Udvar Hotel
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