5 amazing family-friendly hotels in Budapest

1. Aquaworld Resort Budapest****

Life has its ups and downs, just like the slides at Aquaworld, which is the sheer heaven of family holidays. As the name implies, it’s not just a simple hotel, but part of a stunning aqua park complex with water slides, indoor and outdoor pools, a wave pool, a water walking ball, surfing and diving – all dressed in a unique, Inca inspired design. This hotel is the dream of every youngster: your kids can choose from many activities that’ll keep them busy. The energetic ones can join the Bongo Kids Club playhouse to jump around until they collapse, and the older, chill kids can visit the Gaming Bar to play with the Xbox and the darts table. In case you’re planning to come here with an infant, we have great news for you: the hotel is equipped with cribs, playpens, prams, feeding bottle heaters, and changing tables. They also offer infant swimming and snorkeling lessons. Planning a date night? That’s alright, just use their babysitter service and have a romantic night just for the two of you. The hotel’s special family rooms (junior suites, 2-room and 3-room apartments) are just further proofs of their family-friendly approach – just like the fact that they offer children’s menus both in the hotel and in the aqua park. Next time you’re planning a family vacation, remember, this is one of the biggest indoor water theme parks in Europe!

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2. Four Seasons Budapest*****

Whichever season you choose for your family vacation, Four Seasons offer nearly limitless opportunities for the whole gang. The building – the Art Nouveau Gresham Palace – is a marvel itself, and you haven’t even seen the stained-glass windows and marble floor in the majestic entry hall. Their extensive spa sports an infinity-edge pool that will cause joyful moments to kids and parents alike, and so will their award-winning restaurant with distinct children’s menu options. To make the experience even better for the little ones, they welcome every child with a complimentary gift and provide games, books, and video games on request to keep them entertained. In case you ask for it in advance, your room will be equipped with childproof items, child toiletries, and even cute, baby-sized bathrobes. At Four Seasons, they’ve also considered the idea of parents craving for some privacy, so, for some extra money, a babysitter will look after your baby while you’re getting lost in each other’s arms.

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3. Bo33 Hotel Family & Suites****

This modern, four-star hotel is a convenient and lovely place to stay when traveling with your family. Their large, family rooms are equipped with everything that you may need during your stay: air-con, smart LCD TV, DVD player, Nespresso coffee machine, unique toiletries, bathrobes and slippers, a minibar, and an apple and a bottle of mineral water free of charge. An abundant champagne buffet is waiting for every guest in the morning hours to fill them up with energy for the daily adventures in the city. Location-wise, it’s in the inner city, only a stone’s throw away from downtown with many spectacles and leisure activities, but it’s in a quiet street, so it’s also a great choice if you come to Budapest only to relax. If that’s the case, you’ll love their in-house spa equipped with a sauna, a steam bath and a hot tub with great views of the city – leave your children at the hotel’s playground (it has a Playstation 4!) and enjoy these amenities. The 24/7 reception will help you with literally anything, not only requests regarding their services, but arranging babysitting, car or bike rentals, restaurant reservations, and buying tickets for tours and cultural events city-wide. What’s more, if you book a family room now, they’ll give you a free ticket to the Budapest Zoo, which equals to a full day of fun for your kids!

4. Hotel President****

Converting a traditional Budapest building into a hotel isn’t an extraordinary thing, but not many places can pull it off with such grace. Walk on the corridors formerly used by the 5^th district citizens of the past century and enjoy all the benefits of a modern-day hotel. The huge wellness center with a 15-meter-long jet-stream pool, the sauna and the fitness studio will keep the whole family busy. Finish a whole day of splashing and relaxing at the Intermezzo Café & Restaurant that serves food from all around the world, or at the 360° open-air panoramic roof bar and admire the breathtaking view. When you’re tired of indoor action, take the kids out to Szabadság tér, which is right next door, and have a lovely picnic or a round of hide and seek. If you’d like to take your family further, we have good news for you: Metro line 3 is only 200 meters away, and once you’re on the underground, Budapest has no limits. If you’re looking for child-friendly activities in the city, read our article about 8 places you cannot miss while in Budapest with kids.

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5. Petneházy Club Hotel Superior***

Far from the hustle and bustle of the city center, Hotel Petneházy is a perfect choice if you’re planning to have an active family holiday somewhere close to nature. Located in the outskirts Budapest, this leisure complex has 32 studio apartments with kitchenettes, and 45 cottages with full kitchens and saunas. Besides the huge green areas providing your kids with countless opportunities for outdoor games, the estate offers wellness facilities, a swimming pool, saunas and a tennis court on site. At Petneházy, they’ve thought of the four-legged members of the family as well, so dogs are more than welcome here – their special doggie offer includes snacks and biodegradable pick-up bags. Fill this vast area with the laughter of your kids, as every guest has enough space for themselves, no one is going to be bothered. In case you’re in the mood for some sightseeing, the city center is only 15 minutes by car or alternatively, you can use the shuttle services to Széll Kálmán tér.

More info and booking are available here.