Hungary
Four Seasons Gresham Palace
Budapest.
Four Seasons Gresham Palace is Budapest’s Art Nouveau showpiece, facing the Chain Bridge and the Danube. Mosaic floors and soaring arches lead to serene rooms with river views. The spa and infinity-edge pool soothe after city wandering, while Kollázs brasserie keeps things sociable. Vibe: polished, romantic, quietly grand at night. 9.8
Matild Palace
Budapest.
Matild Palace brings turn-of-the-century Budapest swagger to the Elisabeth Bridge end of the Danube, with gilded details and contemporary comfort. Rooms feel sleek, not fussy. A spa and gym reset you between explorations, while rooftop drinks and smart dining keep evenings lively. The vibe is social, stylish, and city-facing. 9.8
Anantara New York Palace
Budapest.
Anantara New York Palace Budapest is theatrical in the best way, with grand staircases, frescoed ceilings, and the famous New York Café humming below. Set on Erzsébet körút, it’s well placed for exploring the City. Expect a tranquil spa and pool, generously sized luxury rooms, and a vibe that leans glamorous, never shy. 9.4
Kempinski Hotel Corvinus
Budapest.
Kempinski Hotel Corvinus sits neatly in central Pest, steps from Fashion Street and St Stephen’s Basilica, making sightseeing feel effortless. The look is modern, warmed by Hungarian art. Expect a well-run spa, pool, and gym, plus reliable dining and a strong cocktail bar. The vibe is calm, capable, quietly cosmopolitan. 9.4
Kimpton BEM
Budapest.
Kimpton BEM Budapest brings playful, design-forward energy to the Buda side, near Margaret Bridge and a quick hop to the riverfront. Interiors feel artful and warm, with Kimpton’s easygoing service. Expect a rooftop scene, a smart restaurant, and a compact wellness area for resets. The vibe is sociable, stylish, and lightly irreverent. 9.8
Párisi Udvar Hotel
Budapest.
Parisi Udvar Hotel is a jewel-like escape in a wonderfully restored 19th-century shopping arcade, where Art Nouveau flourishes make every corridor feel cinematic. It sits in central Pest, walkable to the Danube and cafés. Expect a good wellness area, polished service, and a handsome brasserie. The vibe is romantic, theatrical, and very photo-ready. 9.8
W Budapest
W Budapest turns the former Drechsler Palace on Andrássy Avenue into a bold, high-gloss playground opposite the Opera House. Expect dramatic design, lively bars, and a restaurant that keeps the energy up late. There’s a sleek spa, pool, and gym for recovery. The vibe is fashion-week confident, central, and unapologetically fun. 9.8
Dorothea Hotel
Budapest.
Dorothea Hotel Budapest feels like a graceful city residence, set near Vörösmarty Square and the Danube, with easy access to cafés and Parliament walks. Rooms balance soft tones and modern lines. Expect a spa with pool, sauna, and gym, plus a polished restaurant and cocktail bar. Vibe: refined, quietly social. 9.6
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