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 Brand new art hotel |
Bem Rakpart, 16-19 Budapest 1011 Hungary +36 1 487 9487 http://www.artotel.hu |
'Art hotels' are all the rage in Europe, each dedicated to the art and design of a single artist, and in the case of Budapest it's the work of American artist Donald Sultan. The hotel's location is excellent: in the city's heart, on the Buda side of the river. Everything from the carpets to the wall designs, actual paintings and more are by Mr. Sultan. The result is an interesting and comfortable marriage of hotel and museum, but a museum where even the walls and floors are artistic creations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Located near Moskva Square |
Csalogany utca, 23 District II Budapest 1027 Hungary +36 1 201 6333 |
This hotel presumably takes its name from its proximity to Moszkva ter (Moscow Square), which is now a real centre of activity in Buda. It is close to the metro and a major shopping mall (Mammut) as well as several fast food restaurants and 24-hour shops. The location is a good one for heading to the Pest side (three stops on the metro) as well as for taking trips into the lovely Buda Hills. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cylindrical hotel |
Szilagyi Erzsebet fasor, 47 District II Budapest 1028 Hungary +36 1 889 4200 http://www.danubiusgroup.com/b... |
This hotel is situated outside the city center, but is convenient for the famous Petofi Institute. Unusually, the hotel is shaped like a cylinder. Its' unique shape makes it a clearly visible landmark from any elevated point in the city. It is best to get a room on the upper floors from where you'll get a good view. The rooms are all quite spacious even if they are shaped like slices of cake. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Equipped with thermal spa baths |
Arpad fejedelem utja, 94 District III Budapest 1036 Hungary +36 1 436 4100 http://www.corinthia.com |
This hotel is a short way out of the city centre, situated in Obuda, on the Buda side of the river. It has excellent spa pools, which can be used for thermal treatments or just for relaxing. The hotel is very luxurious and is a great place to unwind. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fancy new coffee house |
Szent Istvan korut, 9-11 District V Budapest 1055 Hungary +36 1 312 2362 |
The Europa now occupies the premises used until only recently by a wonderful old cukraszda (café and coffee shop) called Sziget. Although this new coffee house tries its best, it has a hard time recreating the atmosphere of the old place. This coffee house is so bright even poseurs would be excused for wearing shades indoors. It has a slippery marble floor that is continually being swept by young girls. The place is done out in brown wood and olive green recalling a Viennese konditorei. There is also a balcony high above where men in suits sit and from where you can hear Hungarian pop singers wail loudly over the stereo. A cup of Viennese coffee comes with a traditional glass of water and delicious whipped cream and costs 270 ft. Many pensioners still sit around occupying their ex-local, with only a glass of water on the table in front of them. On their pension, they can make it last an hour. The head patissier and café boss Barnabas Ziniel certainly makes some delicious looking cakes including Tiramisu and Black Forest gateau. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Guesthouse in Buda hills |
Bimbo ut, 25b District II Budapest 1022 Hungary +36 1 326 7742 |
Located in the green and leafy Rozsadomb area, not far from Gul Baba's tomb, this family-run guesthouse has an intimate atmosphere. It is an old house and guests are accommodated on the two top floors. The owners are friendly and helpful. Getting to town is easy as there is a direct bus route. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Amazing views over the city |
Hess Andras ter, 1-3 Budapest 1014 Hungary +36 1 889 6600 http://www.budapest.hilton.com/ |
Built in 1976 around the ruins of a thirteenth-century Dominican monastery (the cloisters of which you can still walk around), this hotel offers amazing views over the Danube to Pest (for an extra HUF9,309). However, it should be noted that if your business is in Pest, the journey can be tedious during the rush-hour. The hotel's successful integration into the old ruins won it an architectural award, although today it may be considered a slightly intrusive addition to the Castle District skyline. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beside the opera house |
Revay utca 24 District VI Budapest 1065 Hungary +36 1 269 0222 http://www.kkhotels.com |
This is a modern Austrian-owned hotel set in a quiet street off Andrassy utca, only a stone's throw from the Opera House. The lobby and rooms are spacious, light and airy. The location is very convenient as it is on a metro line and also within walking distance of many sights. Many multinational companies have recently opened brand new offices right near here as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Beautiful setting |
Szentharomsag ter, 6 (District I) Budapest 1014 Hungary +36 1 355 0122 |
The Kulturinnov hotel is a gem, which goes pretty much unnoticed by passersby, namely because it's located inside the Hungarian Culture Foundation. The hotel is small, with only sixteen rooms, and is often fully booked well ahead of time by those "in the know". The building in which it's housed is truly beautiful and well worth a look, even if you are not staying at the hotel. The combination of a Castle Hill location and an incredible building is a winning one. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Panzio in beautiful location |
Napvirag utca 5 District II Budapest 1025 Hungary +36 1 394 4564 |
If you really want to take advantage of the beauty and calm of the Buda hills, then this is the place to stay. Located at the end of the bus line, this panzio is within easy walking distance of the top of Lato hegy (376 meters) as well as a whole network of hiking and biking trails. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Small downtown hotel |
Kadar utca 7 District XIII Budapest 1132 Hungary +36 1 329 3830 |
This small, two-star hotel is in a great location; downtown near the Nyugati train station. It is within easy walking distance of most of the major sights. If you stay here you'll really be in the centre of things downtown. Right nearby is a huge shopping complex, as well as many bars, cafés, clubs and so on. The atmosphere in this area is very alive, very current, and very infectious. In many ways it is the most vibrant area of the city, constantly changing but still somehow staying the same. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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In the Buda hills and family run |
Bimbo ut 25a District II Budapest 1022 Hungary +36 1 326 7741 |
A Buda hills panzio, which is family run. There are 9 rooms, which feel like bedrooms in a house - maybe because they are. Getting to the center is easy, by bus to Moskva ter (where you can catch the metro). The street name is actually pronounced bimbu, and not bimbo, which delights many guests. The immediate surrounding area is considered to be one of the most desirable residential areas in the city. There are some fantastic panoramic views from here, as well as many green areas and interesting walks. Needless to say, there are some magnificent houses scattered about. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spacious apartments |
Pasareti ut, 133 District II Budapest 1026 Hungary +36 1 394 1932 |
This is definitely a place to consider if you want peace and quiet, especially in the warmer months. The location is close enough to downtown to be convenient, but far enough away to be relaxing. More a huge house than a hotel, the atmosphere is informal and tranquil. Large terraces make sun tanning or afternoon naps especially pleasant. You can reach the centre in about twenty minutes by public transport. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Charming hotel with first class coffee shop |
Terez korut, 43 District VI Budapest 1066 Hungary +36 1 301 1600 http://www.radisson.com/budape... |
This is a charming hotel - one of the prettiest in the city - located very close to the Nyugati (western) station on a busy boulevard. The coffee shop in particular is not to be missed. Here, waitresses dressed in turn-of-the-century costumes serve coffee and delicious cakes on beautiful Herend porcelain. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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With views of the Danube |
Bem rakpart, 11 Budapest 1027 Hungary +36 1 457 8080 http://www.victoria.hu |
This is a small modern hotel, separated from the Danube (on the Buda side) by a road. It offers terrific views of the river and is surrounded by an historic area that has long been neglected but which has recently been undergoing renewal. There are many sights within easy walking distance (including a staircase that leads up to Castle Hill) and it has good access to public transport. Most of the rooms here are twins. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Friendly budget hostel |
Terez korut, 56 District VI Budapest 1063 Hungary +36 1 331 9896 http://www.yellowsubmarinehost... |
A convenient central location and very flexible rules have made Yellow Submarine a popular choice. Unlike at most places in this category, breakfast is also included. There is no curfew or lockout, and the staff are happy to offer you assistance regarding onward travel and bookings. There is a kitchen, laundry facilities, Internet access and they also sell cold soft drinks and beer. You can choose to stay in a dorm, three and four bedrooms or private and double rooms. Review © 2007, Wcities |