There are dozens of really romantic hotels in Budapest, prices vary wildly, locations likewise, and so do the hotel amenities. If you want to see our shortlisted picks for the best romantic hotels in Budapest (in all sorts of categories), just click on our quick link guide to get the best accommodation for your romantic getaway in Budapest, and to compare hotel room prices.

The list below is our more extended guide to Budapest romantic hotels, from five star luxury romantic hotels to budget options for those who want to spend more on activities rather than the place they are staying at.

Budapest Romantic Hotels and B&Bs

Let’s start with the high end hotels, the luxury, the sumptuous, the elegant historical and the the pampering romantic hotels. Mind you, our list is not comprehensive, we have selected only the best rated romantic hotels to make sure you will have a great time in Budapest.

Luxury Romantic Hotels in Budapest

Four Seasons Hotel Gresham Budapest

Four Seasons Budapest is the very best of all the hotels in Hungary, and probably on the top list in Europe too. In 2012, Four Seasons Hotel Budapest was voted as one of the top hotels in the world (ranking top 23). Amazing place, fantastic views, gorgeous staff, and the best location. The prices for a romantic break in Budapest are reflected by its high standards. It is a real treat and splurging in the best sense of the word.

Corinthia Hotel Budapest

Corinthia Hotel Budapest is an all time favorite for many tourists, immensely popular and has some amazing deals for a 5 star hotel. Beautiful building, luxurious and romantic without being too much. Its spa is a lovely place to hang out and relax after the romantic walks in Budapest.

Hilton Budapest Castle District

The five star Hilton Budapest Castle District Hotel is atop the romantic Castle Hill in Budapest. The hotel itself is modern in its design, but its neighborhood is centuries old, from the medieval Matthias Church to the Buda Castle or the lovely Fisherman’s Bastion. Best for romantic couples who wish to enjoy a bit of quiet in the evenings, as the Castle District is really tranquil and scenic by nights.

St George Residence Budapest

The relatively recently opened five star St George Residence Budapest romantic hotel is located in the historical Castle Quarter in Budapest featuring amazing historical rooms and apartments, and likewise historical setting in the Buda Royal Palace and its attractions. Away from the noise of the city, it is a real romantic retreat, highly rated by couples who spent a romantic holiday in Budapest.

Great Value Romantic Hotels in Budapest

We have been checking the prices of the romantic hotels in Budapest for the Valentine’s Day Getaways in Budapest. The prices are shown in British pounds, which you can easily convert to Euros, USD, or even better, compare the prices by visiting the hotel price comparison site for each hotel on one single page to pick the best romantic deals to have more money for romantic activities and attractions in the city of Budapest. Let’s start with the hottest romantic hotel deals.

Art’otel Budapest

Art’otel Budapest is one of the best reasonably priced hotels in Budapest with a great location by the river side (many of the rooms have stunning views over the city, make sure you pick one with panoramic views for your romantic stay). The hotel is in a very nice neighborhood for romantic walks on the Danube Promenade. Nearby Budapest attractions include the Chain Bridge, Gresham Palace, Margaret Island, etc.. Feb 14 – 17, 3 nights for approx. GBP 109 for two people in a double room. Reviewed well for its fantastic bar. En suite 4 star hotel rooms. The internet may not be in the price offer. Available facilities include: coffee and tea maker, bathrobe, TV, breakfast in the room, refrigerator, etc.

Hotel Central Basilica

Hotel Central Basilica is one of the best affordable hotels in Budapest with an absolutely superb location, bang, right in the heart of the city, nice neighborhood for romantic walks, within walking distance to a good bunch of attractions. Feb 14 – 17, 3 nights for approx. GBP 103 for two people in a double room. Reviewed well for its lovely breakfasts. En suite rooms with internet, and lots of good facilities.

Mamaison Hotel Andrassy

Mamaison Hotel Andrassy on Andrassy Avenue is in a lovely neighborhood with a range of villas along the UNESCO World Heritage site (Andrassy Ave itself). The prices of the 5 star boutique hotel are affordable, making it a great value for money if you love boutique hotels. Feb 14 – 17, 3 nights for approx. GBP 136, in high season about GBP 194 or more for two people in a double room. The hotel is located sightly off the city center on foot, but has excellent public transport connections (10 min metro ride to the city center on the historical Millennial underground). Attractions within 10 min walking distance.

Now let’s see what other great romantic hotels couples love and rate highly in Budapest

Continental Hotel Zara Budapest

Continental Hotel Zara has been on the top 3 Budapest hotels list for several years. Great four star hotel with its own spa facilities, wonderful interior design in a 19th century building (beautifully restored and won awards for this). Feb 14 – 17, 3 nights for approx. GBP 175 for two people in a double room. The use of spa is not necessarily included in the price (also check the internet and the breakfast).

Hotel Palazzo Zichy Budapest

Hotel Palazzo Zichy is in the city center of Budapest, in the old Jewish Quarter, which is packed with quirky bars, and lots of attractions of the Jewish heritage (synagogues, museums, etc.) It is a trendy neighborhood and ideal for couples who wish to be in the happening area, and prefer vibrating nightlife to tranquil nights. Not that a calm spot is too far, the river Danube and its nice Promenade is only about 20 min walk from the hotel.

La Prima Fashion Hotel Budapest

La Prima Fashion Hotel is fashionable, appealing to couples who prefer more modern interiors with hints to the past (fleur de lys, blue and gold colors, etc.). The Valentine’s Day break deals for Feb 14 – 17, i.e. 3 nights can be booked for approx. GBP 174 for two people in a double room.

Bohem Art Hotel Budapest

Bohem Art Hotel is a trendy, fun and colourful accommodation in Budapest. The Bohemian design is very youthful, the hotel amenities and services are highly rated, its reviews are steadily good. Bohem Art Fashion Hotel is located absolutely in the center, within walking distance to many sights, events, bars, restaurants.

Aquincum Hotel Budapest

Aquincum Hotel is one of the handful of spa hotels in Budapest. Quite off the city center, but its location is not far from the city center, about 40 min ride (by public transport). No wonder its prices are quite affordable, especially considering the many great spa facilities in the hotel. If your romantic getaway is spa themed, it might be a good choice at an affordable price.

Romantic Apartment Hotels in Budapest

7 Seasons Apartments Hotel Budapest

7 Seasons Apartments Hotel has a very good location in Budapest. The apt hotel features great apartments at reasonable prices. Based on our test for the Valentine’s Day getaway, the romantic break from Feb 14 to Feb 17 (for 3 nights and 4 days) would cost approx. GBP 148 for two people (GBP 199 for 4 people) in a fully equipped downtown apartment with free cancellation, beautiful contemporary design in the rooms, wifi, TV, coffee and tea maker, etc. The hotel location is more romantic than the apartments themselves of course, as the apts are close to the Hungarian State Opera House in Budapest, or the Great Synagogue. Babysitting and child minding services, should you come with a child.

Mamaison Residence Izabella Budapest

Mamaison Residence Izabella is the apartment hotel of the much loved Mamaison Boutique Hotel. Both hotels boast superb amenities (4/5 star), and a nice location, near the picturesque Andrassy Avenue. Mamaison Residence Izabella has excellent connections to the city center, or to the City Park, the Heroes’ Square, Szechenyi Baths, etc. It is a nice residential area, ideal for couples who want to be close enough to the city center to be within easy and fast reach, but away from the nightlife and the hectic daylife. This apt hotel is good for couples, and couples with children alike (child minding and baby facilities are available). In our Valentine’s Day test for Budapest romantic breaks (set between Feb 14 and 17, 4 days and 3 nights) the best prices came for approx. GBP 178 for two people in a king bed apartment.

Cheaper Apartments in Budapest

Club Apartments and Rooms Budapest

Club Apartments and Rooms is a very reasonably priced apartment hotel in Budapest, with great location, cheap prices, studio apartments and one bedroom apartments for 2-4 people. For a Budapest romantic holiday set between Feb 14 – 17, 3 nights and 4 days, the cheaper prices of hotel booking sites are for approx. GBP 71 for two people. The location is excellent, the rooms are spacious and clean. All in all, these apartments in downtown Budapest are good value for money. The design of the apartments are not specifically romantic, but the location with its many historical buildings is, and so are the available romantic things to do.

King’s Court City Apartments Budapest

King’s Court City Apartments is in fact an umbrella term name for several cheaper apartments in Budapest. There are several apartments that belong to King’s Court City Apartments, some of them with a great location (e.g. Karoly korut, Zoltan utca). You can get really good deals if you want to get a downtown apartment at a cheap price.

Romantic Hotels Budapest