The 5 coolest boutique hotels in Budapest

We’ve hand-picked the 5 most unique boutique hotels in Budapest where you can surely have a memorable stay with a chic, hip, or techy touch.

If you are among those travelers that are not willing to give up on style and comfort while on the road, boutique hotels are the perfect places for you. Far from the clichés and dull uniformity of huge hotel chains, these characterful accommodations are specifically made for the taste of modern-day travelers with Insta filters and chic wardrobes. A few decades after the birth of the first boutique hotels, Budapest also joined the trend in the early 2000s. Today you can choose from a great selection of boutique hotels in Budapest ranging from top-notch luxury to hip and quirky, or even tech-savvy places. Without further ado, let’s look at our top pick of boutique hotels in Budapest.

1. Baltazár Budapest Boutique Hotel – For the bohemians at heart

Placed in a charming cobblestone street in the Castle District of Buda, this family-owned boutique hotel merges elegance with boho-chic. Just step inside the reception area, and let the deep red banquette, the travel trunk coffee tables, and the check-in writing desk set the mood. It’s a small but funky place with 11 individually themed rooms and suites, all giving out an intimate and relaxed vibe for those with attention to detail in design. Each room has its own personality and features a mix of vintage and modern furniture with additional extras like a walk-in rain shower or an elegant parquet flooring. Even though there’s no gym, spa, or sauna included in Baltazár’s packages, the Michelin-recommended grill restaurant, friendly staff, and excellent service will make up for them.

Summary of
Baltazár Boutique Hotel

Price Range

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Web Address

https://baltazarbudapest.com/en-hotel.html

Address

Budapest, Országház u. 31, 1014 Magyarország

2. Aria Hotel Budapest – For the music lovers

To reach the next on our list of boutique hotels in Budapest, we must cross the Danube (by the way, here’s a collection of river cruises if you feel like gazing at the scenic landmarks of the city while chilling on a boat). With unbeatable views over St. Stephen’s Basilica, Aria Hotel Budapest is situated in a neoclassicist building right in the middle of everything. As its name suggests, music takes the lead here. Follow the long, ebony-and-ivory keyboard carpet winding through the lobby and pick a room based on your musical taste. The four wings of the hotel are dedicated to musical genres from classical to contemporary, and each room to a different artist. You can stay the night with the spirit of many great musicians from Verdi and Puccini to Jimi Hendrix and the Beatles – you name it. And if your body and soul are craving for more than musical therapy during your stay at Aria, visit the subterranean Harmony Spa and spend the evenings with cocktails at the High Note Skybar, one of the coolest and most exclusive rooftop bars of Budapest.

Summary of
Aria Hotel Budapest

Price Range

$$$$

Web Address

https://ariahotelbudapest.com/en/

Address

Budapest, Hercegprímás u. 5, 1051 Magyarország

3. Brody House – For the artsy ones

If you are looking for a ‘Midnight in Paris’ vibe in Budapest, make sure you put Brody House on your map. Before converting it into a Budapest boutique hotel, Brody House was a vibrant resident and salon of artists and friends of art in the 20^th century. Even today it’s more than just a hotel, which means that your stay at Brody will be your unofficial statement of becoming a Brodyite, a member of the Brody community. All 11 of its individually designed, airy rooms act as mini art galleries, dedicated to the works of famous Hungarian artists including Robert Capa and László Moholy-Nagy. Pick your favorite and get lost in a different time and space where decadence meets creativity and even the charmingly rugged walls have so much to tell.

Summary of
Brody House

Price Range

$$

Web Address

https://seabass-hyperboloid-63yt.squarespace.com

Address

Budapest, Bródy Sándor u. 10, 1088 Magyarország

4. Lánchíd 19 – For the seekers of THE view

Built on Roman ruins on the Buda side river bank, right in front of the Chain Bridge, Lánchíd 19 is one of the coolest boutique hotels in Budapest. And if it’s not enough, it also holds the ‘Design Hotel’ title, the only one in Hungary. The façade of the building is covered with moving panels that change color and create different scenes for viewers near and far. The contemporary style centers around openness and flow, making most of the building transparent with glass windows which means that even your bathtub will have a panoramic view. Lánchíd 19 has 45 rooms facing either the river or the Buda Castle – so it’s definitely a win no matter which side you get, but if you want it all, go for the Panorama Suites on the top floor. Designed to have airy and relaxed vibes, the rooms are all pastel-colored and decorated with the work of local art students. For a truly contemporary feel, you can sleep under a Banksy-esque stencil hanging on the wall.

Summary of
Lánchíd 19

Price Range

$$$

Web Address

https://www.lanchid19hotel.com

Address

Budapest, Lánchíd u. 21, 1013 Magyarország

5. KViHotel Budapest – For the travelers of tomorrow

Would you spend your holiday in a hotel with cutting-edge technology rather than one with historic charm or lovingly restored interiors? We’ve got the perfect place for you! The peculiarly named KViHotel Budapest (for those wondering, it comes from “the one key vision they had”) is the first 360 smart hotel of the world, and it was designed for tech-savvy travelers. Here everything is digitalized and can be controlled by smartphones. Offering an exceptionally high-tech hotel experience, they have no reception and no keys to the rooms. Based on the idea of giving guests access instead of keys, in KVi, every service is at your fingertips. From booking to checking in and out, as well as room cleaning and setting the temperature of your room, everything happens through the hotel’s own application. KVi promises that you will be completely in charge of your stay, you can be sure that no one is going to disturb your privacy at this futuristic place.

Summary of
KViHotel Budapest

Price Range

$$$

Web Address

https://www.kvihotelbudapest.com/

Address

Budapest, Nyár u. 32, 1072 Magyarország

Boutique hotels not your thing?

Whether you long for old-world elegance, bohemian hip, urban decadence, or cutting-edge technology, you will find them all in Budapest’s best boutique hotels. But if this is just a bit too much for your taste, check out our pick of the best budget-friendly hotels in the city.

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Q & A

Are there any boutique hotels in Budapest?

Budapest offers a selection of boutique hotels for those seeking unique accommodation in the heart of Europe. Whether you’re a fan of art, music, or tech, you’ll surely find a place that matches your needs.

Which boutique hotel in Budapest has the most central location?

Located in downtown Budapest, Aria Hotel is as centrally located as a hotel can get. You’ll find plenty of things to do, sights to see within a short walking distance of this boutique hotel, but Deák Ferenc tér, the busiest transport hub of inner Budapest is also just a few minutes of walk away.

Which boutique hotel has the best view in Budapest?

If you’re looking for a boutique hotel with a spectacular view, you’re looking for Lánchíd 19. Situated right in front of the Chain Bridge on the Buda-side bank of the Danube river, the views from this hotel will leave you breathless.