Where to Stay in Budapest: My Selection of the Best Accommodations

Wondering where to stay in Budapest? Looking for the best areas and districts?

You’re at the right place!

As I know Budapest very well, I have created this guide of:

• Budapest’s best areas for your stay (with details about the best places to visit and nearby attractions)
• For each area and district, the best hotels depending on your budget

Let’s find your dream hotel now!

My favorite hotels in Budapest

Here’s a quick summary of my favorite hotels in Budapest, in case you don’t have time to read my detailed article.

Simply click on the hotel names in orange to access details and rates:

• Where to Stay in Budapest for Sightseeing: H2 Hotel Budapest, for its central location and excellent value for money!
• Best area and hotel in Budapest for Nightlife: Bo33 Hotel Family & Suites, in Erzsébetvaros district
• The Best 5-Star Hotel in Budapest: Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection, for its design and spa
• Where to Stay in Budapest on a Budget: Danubius Hotel Erzsébet City Center
• Best family-friendly hotel in Budapest: D8 Hotel
• My Favorite Hotel in Budapest for a Romantic Stay: Áurea Ana Palace by Eurostars Hotel Company

In the Belvaros District

To stay in the heart of Budapest and be close to all the main monuments and museums, Belvaros is the ideal central district.

Known as the 5th district of Budapest, it’s where you will find most of the city’s must-see attractions as well as numerous bars and restaurants.

For me, it’s the best district to stay in Budapest!

I recommend this district for your stay in Budapest:

• If you want to be in the city center and easily reach other districts on foot or by public transport
• To be near all the main places to visit
  
• To go out in the evening.

Belvaros district is the ideal place to discover:

• The Budapest Parliament: Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, the building is particularly impressive
• St. Stephen’s Basilica: a magnificent basilica, both inside and out. Its dome offers a panoramic view over the entire city.
• The Hungarian State Opera House, where you can attend performances at very affordable prices
• The Shoes on the Danube Bank, a memorial to the victims of the fascists
• The Chain Bridge: a very nice structure that connects the two banks of the Danube
• Vorosmarty Square
• Erzsébet Square, where the Budapest Ferris wheel is located
• The Great Synagogue of Budapest
• Vaci Street: the iconic shopping street.

The Most Beautiful Hotels in Downtown Budapest

• Exe Budapest Center: Located next to the Great Synagogue. Spacious double room from €95, breakfast €15. Strong points: the perfect location, room size, close to the airport shuttle.
• H2 Hotel Budapest: Located 10 min from the Parliament. Contemporary design double room from €120, breakfast included. Strong points: the ideal location for walking tours, good quality bedding, comfort. A great choice for its excellent value for money in Budapest city center.
  
• D8 Hotel: Located a 5-minute walk from St. Stephen’s Basilica. Modern and colorful double room from €125, breakfast included. Strong points: ideal location, varied breakfast, pleasant staff.
• Áurea Ana Palace by Eurostars Hotel Company: 5-star hotel located 200 meters from the Parliament. It offers warm and comfortable rooms from €190, breakfast at €25. Strong points: the Spa, the magnificent breakfast room, welcoming staff. This is my recommendation for a romantic getaway in Budapest!
• InterContinental Budapest, an IHG Hotel: 5-star hotel located on the banks of the Danube. Stay in rooms with a beautiful view of the river and monuments from €300, breakfast €20. Strong points: the Spa with pool + sauna + steam room, the hearty breakfast, really good staff.
• Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection: This luxury hotel is just 100 meters from the Basilica. The hotel and its stunning rooms are decorated with a musical theme. Price starting from €340, breakfast included. Strong points: the rooftop bar and its exceptional view, the smiling and helpful staff, daily offered cheese and wine tasting, the Spa. One of the best 5-star hotels in downtown Budapest!

In Terézváros District

Terézváros district is located in the 6th arrondissement, just east of Belváros.

It’s an excellent choice for accommodation in Budapest close to the city center!

Quite upscale, it hosts beautiful neo-Renaissance and neo-Baroque buildings as well as numerous shops.

You’ll love this neighborhood:

• For shopping
• If you want to be close to the city center
• If you’re interested in culture and architecture.

In Terézváros district, you shouldn’t miss:

• Andrássy Avenue, lined with shops and restaurants
• The House of Terror: a museum about the Nazi and Soviet regimes
• Heroes’ Square, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Széchenyi Thermal Baths, the most famous in the city
• Vajdahunyad Castle, dating back to the 19th century.

Here are the Best Accommodations in Terézváros

• T62 Hotel: Located next to the House of Terror. Modern and cozy double room starting from 110€, breakfast included. Strong points: the extensive breakfast, the ambiance, friendly staff. An great choice to stay near the center of Budapest without breaking the bank.
• Up Hotel Budapest: Located a 5-minute walk from Andrássy Avenue. Bright and carefully decorated double room starting from 135€, breakfast for 15€. Strong points: the high-quality breakfast, sauna, calm.
• Radisson Blu Béke Hotel, Budapest: Located 500 meters from Andrássy Avenue. Elegant double room starting from 160€, breakfast for 23€. Strong points: excellent bedding, luggage service, quality amenities. The perfect hotel for a romantic stay in Budapest!

In Buda District

The Buda district is located on the other side of the Danube compared to the center. Simply cross the famous Chain Bridge to travel between the two districts.

Older and more typical than Belváros, it’s home to some of the city’s must-see attrations. Lively during the day, it becomes quieter in the evening.

I recommend Buda district for your stay in Budapest:

• To stay in the historical heart of the city
• To explore on foot
• To discover the history and culture of Budapest
• For a romantic weekend in Budapest.

In Buda area, you can discover:

• Fisherman’s Bastion, a magnificent building that offers an incredible view of Budapest
• The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption in Budavar, dating from the 13th century
• Budavár Palace: this castle hosts several museums including the History Museum and gardens
• Citadella Park, known for its viewpoint
• Gellért Thermal Baths, where you’ll find several outdoor and indoor pools in a beautiful setting.

Where to Stay in Buda District (Budapest)

• Park Plaza Budapest: Located a 10-minute walk from Budavár Palace. Double room with large windows offering views of the river and the parliament, from 130€, breakfast for 18€. Strong points: the location opposite the parliament, the varied breakfast buffet, the friendliness of the staff. A great place to stay in the historic center of Budapest.
• Monastery Boutique Hotel Budapest: Located 600 meters from Fisherman’s Bastion, stay in a completely renovated former monastery from 150€, breakfast included. Strong points: breakfast with quality products, well-equipped, close to public transport.
• Hilton Budapest: A 5* hotel next to the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption. Double room with a refined atmosphere, from 190€, breakfast for 28€. Strong points: comfort of the beds, the view of the Danube, the unique location. Perfect for a high-end stay in Budapest!
• Hotel Clark Budapest – Adults Only: This luxury hotel is located opposite the Chain Bridge, so you will only be 5 minutes away from the city center. It offers very beautiful rooms with views of the Danube, from 240€, breakfast at 37€. Strong points: tasteful decor, ideal location, professionalism of the staff. One of my favorite luxury hotels in Budapest!

In Erzsébetváros District

Erzsébetváros district is also located East of the city center and South of Terézváros.

It’s especially known as the place to stay in Budapest if you want to party!

With its ruin bars (a city’s specialty!) and restaurants, it’s the perfect spot to go out at night, or even all night long.

You should consider this district:

• If you’re looking for a very lively and festive area
• For its bohemian and trendy ambiance
• For a stay with friends in Budapest.

There aren’t any specific sights to see, but you’ll be just a few minutes’ walk from the city center. So it remains a very convenient district to stay in during your visit to Budapest!

Here are my top hotel picks in the Erzsébetváros district

• Bo33 Hotel Family & Suites: Cozy double room from 120€, breakfast included. Strong points: the relaxation space on the roof with hot tub and sauna, convenient location next to ruin bars.
• Queen’s Court Hotel & Residence: This 5-star hotel offers romantically ambianced rooms with balconies starting from 190€, breakfast for 28€. Strong points: the beautiful Spa area with indoor pool, attentive staff, incredible breakfast. A very beautiful luxury hotel for your stay in Budapest.
• Corinthia Budapest: An iconic luxury hotel situated in a beautiful 19th-century building. Double room from 200€, breakfast at 31€. Strong points: the indoor pool in a grand setting, good restaurant, helpful staff.

Where to Stay in Budapest on a Budget

• Avenue Hostel: Hostel located in Terézvaros. Dorm bed from 15€, breakfast included. Strong points: the atmosphere, clean facilities, well-arranged spaces.
• NETIZEN Budapest Centre: Hostel in Erzsébetvaros. Dorm bed from 20€ or room with shared bathroom from 65€. Strong points: well-connected location, modern, very beautiful building.
• Dormero Hotel Budapest: Located in the Terézvaros district. Modern double room from 70€, breakfast at 19€. Strong points: comfortable beds, spotlessly clean, good location. An excellent choice for an affordable stay in Budapest!
• Danubius Hotel Erzsébet City Center: Situated in the Belvaros district. Double room from 75€, breakfast at 11€. Strong points: cleanliness, location, welcoming staff. The best option for a central and budget-friendly stay in Budapest!

Staying in Budapest with Family

• Meininger Budapest Great Market Hall: Located South of Belvaros. Room for 4 from 105€, breakfast at 10€. Strong points: room size, good location, friendly staff.
• Three Corners Hotel Anna: Also located in Belvaros. Room with 1 double and 2 single beds from 150€, breakfast at 12€. Strong points: quiet setting, comfortable, close to everything. Great value for money at this hotel ideal for families staying in Budapest!
• D8 Hotel: Situated in Belvaros district. Family room for 4 from 175€, breakfast included. Strong points: right in the center, varied breakfast, clean. I highly recommend this establishment for a family stay in Budapest.
• Hotel Zenit Budapest Palace: Located in the city center. 2 connecting double rooms from 190€, breakfast at 16€. Strong points: the location, good breakfast.

What is the best hotel in Budapest?

If you are looking for the best hotel in Budapest, I recommend you the Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection.

And if you’re looking for something a little more affordable but still luxurious, you should book a night or more at InterContinental Budapest, an IHG Hotel.

Where to stay in Budapest: The best hotels

To give you a better overview of the best hotels in Budapest, whether in the city center or elsewhere, I’ve prepared a table summarizing all the ones I talk about in this article.

You can sort them by price or by district!

Hotel	District	Price (from)
Exe Budapest Center	Belvaros	95€
H2 Hotel Budapest	Belvaros	120€
D8 Hotel	Belvaros	125€
Aurea Ana Palace by Eurostars Hotel Company	Belvaros	190€
Intercontinental Budapest	Belvaros	300€
Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection	Belvaros	340€
T62 Hotel	Terézváros	110€
Up Hotel Budapest	Terézváros	135€
Radisson Blu Béké Hotel Budapest	Terézváros	160€
Park Plaza Budapest	Buda	130€
Monastery Boutique Hotel	Buda	150€
Hilton Budapest	Buda	190€
Hotel Clark Budapest	Buda	240€
B033 Hotel Family	Erzsébetváros	120€
Queen's Court Hotel	Erzsébetváros	190€
Corinthia Budapest	Erzsébetváros	200€
Avenue Hostel	Cheap Hotel	15€
Netizen Budapest Centre	Cheap Hotel	20€
Dormero Hotel Budapest	Cheap Hotel	70€
Danubius Hotel Erzsébet City Center	Cheap Hotel	75€
Meininger Budapest Great Market Hall	Hotel for families	105€
Three Corners Hotel Anna	Hotel for families	150€
D8 Hotel	Hotel for families	175€
Hotel Zenith Budapest Palace	Hotel for families	190€

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