Hungary

Set in Hungary’s capital—just steps from the iconic St. Stephen’s Basilica—the newly opened Radisson Collection Hotel, Basilica Budapest marks the brand’s entry into the country.

Ennismore will introduce its SO/ luxury lifestyle hospitality brand to Hungary in 2026 with the debut of the brand in Budapest. SO/ Budapest is a repositioning of Accor’s Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge, located on the city’s Pest Bank, which will receive an extensive internal and external refurbishment ahead of the opening.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group is establishing a new benchmark in luxury hospitality in one of Europe’s most culturally-rich cities, following the renovation and rebranding of the former Gellért Hotel in Budapest. The renamed Mandarin Oriental Gellert, Budapest is expected to open in 2027 as a reimagined Art Nouveau architectural gem with a focus on wellness.

Six new members have joined The Leading Hotels of the World portfolio in its latest “Spring Collection” which now boasts 400+ hotels in over 80 countries.

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has introduced a fourth European property and the brand’s first in Hungary. The historic New York Palace Budapest, previously branded as Boscolo Budapest from 2006 to 2017, is reborn as Anantara New York Palace Budapest Hotel.

IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement to open the Kimpton Budapest, forecast to debut in early 2025.

The Luxury Collection Debuts In Hungary With The Opening Of Matild Palace, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Budapest

From a harbour bridge to one of Europe’s most significant bridges, over the Danube… From Sydney to Budapest, the quickest route is via Dubai, which allows a bit of shopping or other relaxation en-route.

Hyatt Hotels Corporation will open the group’s first Hyatt Regency branded property in Budapest, Hungary in early 2020 in the landmark building Postapalota, the former postal office on Petőfi Sándor Street. 

Add one more travel segment that Forbes Travel Guide (“FTG”) is now affording its star rating: river cruises.