Best Luxury Hotels in Hungary
One of the most architecturally interesting countries on the planet, Hungary showcases a feast of art nouveau, baroque, neoclassical, medieval and Roman buildings – some of which serve as accommodations for visitors. The other major national draw is its thermal springs – of which there are over 300. Beneficial for medicinal, therapeutic and recreational purposes, these ancient bathhouses and sanatoriums are a wonderful place to relax and quite literally soak up some local culture too. And be sure to sample the unique regional nightlife – folk is big in Hungary, with traditional music played on a range of indigenous instruments.
Budapest, 05. Belváros - Lipótváros
Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest
(5 stars)Centrally located for the classic tourist areas of Vörösmarty tér and Váci utca, the Kempinski Corvinus is a modern hotel of straight-lined stone and glass, very different to most of Budapest’s luxury hotels that are in converted 19th-century mansions. Rooms are comfortable, light, and spacious with some art Deco touches. Leisure, pleasure, and culture are high on the list of amenities. The modern setting includes a ground-floor promenade with shops, a café, a deli, and a small gallery featuring new and young artists. You can kick back in the Living Room in a comfy sofa with a book or catch one of the regular Saturday night concerts. The spa is fitted with a pool with jet streams, a Finnish sauna, steam baths, a gym, and offers a range of treatments. You can choose from various eateries in the hotel including a Nobu and the buzzy ÉS Bisztró or chill out in the Blue Fox cocktail bar.
Budapest, 07. Erzsébetváros
Corinthia Budapest
(5 stars)Effortlessly graceful, the Corinthia’s elegance begins with a neo-classical façade that opens into a creamy marble lobby and attention-grabbing staircase. Clean and unfussy, the glass atriums and light marble gives this luxury hotel an airy feel and sense of space. Benefiting from a central location on the Great Boulevard, the Corinthia offers a convenient base from where to explore Budapest as well as pleasingly sophisticated and comfortable accommodations. Guests can enjoy the facilities of a Royal Spa with a stunning Corinthian-columned pool, Finnish saunas, whirlpool tubs, steam room and full menu of treatments along with a complimentary juice bar. There’s also a 24-hour gym. Four restaurants offer an international selection of menus and there’s music and entertainment in various venues from live folk music in The Brasserie to piano music in Le Bar. The Orfeum Club has evening cabaret shows in the summer.
