Indeed, once you’ve stepped passed its grand façade, you’ll be treated to a lobby that’s as impressive as any in the world – an arching glass roof, complete with stained-glass panels, gazes down on an ornate Preciosa chandelier and a simply stunning marble floor.
Then, once you’ve checked in, sweeping staircases lead up to rooms and suites that are every bit as impressive as first impressions suggest. Expect muted tones and tasteful Art-Deco touches combined with views over the surrounding streets or, for a worthwhile extra cost, the city’s famous riverfront. Suites add in oodles of extra space as well as floor-to-ceiling windows.
As you’d expect, the dining is superb, with the Kollázs Brasserie & Bar offering delectable all-day dining with plenty of European flair – the signature octopus and scallops with sausage and potato paprikash is a special highlight. There’s also the wonderful Bar & Lobby Lounge, set beneath a glass cupola in the historic Peacock Passage, where guests can enjoy light bites and a sophisticated selection of martinis and wines.
What’s more, the hotel’s luxurious spa, with its indulgent array of treatments, serves to further enhance Budapest’s reputation as one of the world’s great wellness destinations. There's even an indoor infinity-edge pool. And, guests are afforded fast-track entry to the city’s iconic geothermal baths.
