Forget the “Small Paris” nickname that has haunted Budapest for decades. The majestic capital of Hungary, from the quiet wooded hills of Buda with its old town and royal castle, to the bustling ruined bars, grand palaces and shopping streets of downtown Pest across the wide Danube which divides the city, is much more than just another pretty city in Central Europe. Here, contemporary cool and old-school grandeur blend effortlessly, and all with a quintessentially Hungarian flavor. To use another tired phrase, here there is something for everyone, whether you want to admire the most amazing art nouveau and secessionist architecture in Europe, party the night away in a grand 19th-century thermal bath, sip cocktails at a rooftop bar, or dine while cruising the moonlit Danube. And with several exceptional hotels opened in the last two years, you might fall in love.
What is the best part of Budapest to stay?
While the Buda side of the Danube is perhaps the smartest part of town for affluent residents looking for peace and quiet, Pest is where the action is and is packed with historic buildings and attractions. great places to eat, drink, shop and stroll and this selection of the best new openings and old classics for you to rest in focuses on the central districts of Pest, where it’s easy to reach the central landmarks.
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