“An Art Nouveau landmark in an unrivalled river setting, with panoramic views of the Danube and the hills of Buda. Beautifully decorated rooms in creams and whites with lots of natural light, some with private balconies, and all the mod cons. Spoiling facilities. Luxury at the heart of the city. ”

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Budapest’s finest luxury hotel is also one of its most exceptional buildings, an outstanding example of Art Nouveau in an unparalleled river setting, opposite the famous Chain Bridge. Opened in 2004, its magnificent façade, ironwork and Zsolnay ceramics were painstakingly restored, making this Four Seasons hotel one of the Canadian group’s most characterful, with the service one expects from Four Seasons to match (but not the kind prices: this is one branch of the chain you may well be able to afford). Don’t miss the millefeuille in the Kavehaz (coffee house), the best in town. Standard rooms are compact, but handsome, with the same masculine air as the arresting ground floor.

Fiona Duncan
Fiona Duncan Review published: 26/02/2024

Recommended for

  • Romantic Break

    • Luxurious suites ooze old world romance with vaulted ceilings, private balconies with views of the Old City and palatial beds.
  • Spa breaks

    • Seven treatment rooms, including a couples' suite, a unisex sauna, separate steam rooms for men and women and a whirlpool
  • City Style

    • Plush Art Nouveau hotel, complete with breathtaking glass domed ceiling, wrought iron gates and peacock motifs
  • Child friendly

    • Babysitting services are available. If you give prior warning the hotel will organise a whole range of fun activities for kids
  • Other Activities

    • For a totally unique experience check out Fausts Wine Cellar in Buda Castle, wine tasting in a dramatically historic cellar.
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Spend a day (or two) being utterly spoilt and pampered in the hotel's high end spa, with treatments, hot tub and pool.
  • Lively

    • With a new 'trendier' restaurant Kollázs Brasserie & Bar, the hotel is attracting a younger and more lively crowd.
  • Museums

    • The Hungarian National Gallery is located within the Buda Castle, and is well worth checking out.
  • Sights nearby

    • The hotel overlooks the Széchenyi Chain Bridge spanning the River Danube between Buda and Pest.
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    • Some rooms come with step-out balcony, whilst some suites offer a private terrace or balcony
  • Close to nightlife

    • The hotel sits on the Pest side of the river, famed for its restaurants and lively bars.
  • Business Hotel

    • Translating and secretarial services as well as scanning, printing and conference rooms.
  • Restaurant

    • Contemporary European brasserie overlooking the Danube
  • Views

    • Beautiful views of the Danube
  • Pet friendly

    • Pets stay for free.
  • Artworks

  • Grand Hotel

  • Family Suites

  • Designer

  • Spa

  • Townhouse

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Full of character

  • Opulent

  • Chic

  • Traditional

  • Gym

  • Antiques

  • Wine tasting

  • Historic

  • Riverside

  • 5* Luxury

  • Disabled access

  • Gourmet

  • Luxury

  • Romantic

  • Free wifi

  • Downtown

  • Conference facilities

Facilities

  • Rooms

    179 rooms in this hotel
  • Child friendly

    Babysitting services are available. If you give prior warning the hotel will organise a whole range of fun activities for kids
  • Bar

    Serving appetisers and refreshments. A pianist plays in the evening hours. Extensive list of local and international wine
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    Some rooms come with step-out balcony, whilst some suites offer a private terrace or balcony
  • Business Centre

    With working stations, a boardroom and scanning and printing facilities
  • Parking

    On-site parking at €35 per day, reservation is necessary.
  • Restaurant

    Contemporary European brasserie overlooking the Danube
  • Views

    Beautiful views of the Danube
  • Airport transfer

    Surcharge is applicable
  • Pet friendly

    Pets stay for free.
  • Swimming Pool

    Indoor pool
  • Outdoor dining

  • Bath robes

  • Walking distance restaurants

  • In room DVD

  • Car not required

  • Family Suites

  • Hairdresser/Beauty Salon

  • Meeting Room

  • Cots available

  • Massage

  • Spa

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Hot Tub

  • Gym

  • Sitting Room

  • Room service

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Disabled access

  • Suites

  • Safe

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • In room music system

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

  • Free wifi

  • Conference facilities

Activities

  • Other Activities

    • For a totally unique experience check out Fausts Wine Cellar in Buda Castle, wine tasting in a dramatically historic cellar.
  • Hotel Entertainment

    • Spend a day (or two) being utterly spoilt and pampered in the hotel's high end spa, with treatments, hot tub and pool.
  • Museums

    • The Hungarian National Gallery is located within the Buda Castle, and is well worth checking out.
  • Sights nearby

    • The hotel overlooks the Széchenyi Chain Bridge spanning the River Danube between Buda and Pest.
  • Close to nightlife

    • The hotel sits on the Pest side of the river, famed for its restaurants and lively bars.
  • Wine tasting

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