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Hotel Charles

3.5 star property
Pet-friendly hotel with a restaurant connected to the convention center in Budapest

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 11 per person)
Property entrance
Reception
Economy Studio Double | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes
Deluxe Studio Triple | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils
Located close to Budapest Convention Centre and Buda Castle, Hotel Charles provides an airport shuttle, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant Janos, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as car rentals on site and a business center.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Economy Studio Double | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Economy Studio Double

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Studio | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Triple Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Standard Studio Double | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Studio Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Studio Double | Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Studio Double

Highlights

Separate dining area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Minibar, in-room safe, desk, blackout drapes

Deluxe Studio Triple

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Dining table
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 3 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Ut Hegyalja 23, Budapest, 1016

What's nearby

  • Buda Castle - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Fisherman's Bastion - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Gellért Thermal Bath - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Budapest Christmas Market - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Parliament Building - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • BAH-csomópont Tram Stop - 7 min walk
  • Budapest Deli Railway Station - 18 min walk
  • Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alkotás Point - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pan'ni • Artizán Budapest - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Czakó Kert - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Avar Söröző - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aranyhíd Étterem - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Charles

Hotel near Buda Castle
Located close to Budapest Convention Centre and St Gellért Monument, Hotel Charles provides an airport shuttle, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant Janos, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with car rentals on site and a business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Express check-in, tour/ticket assistance, and a front-desk safe
  • A banquet hall, a 24-hour front desk, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms boast comforts such as air conditioning and separate dining areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate dining areas, and kitchenettes

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (EUR 16 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 11 per person
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Janos

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenette
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 8 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 4.00 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 11 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 42 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 16 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests must contact this hotel in advance to reserve onsite parking for vehicles larger than a car.
Property Registration Number CH517116

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Charles Budapest
Hotel Charles Budapest
Hotel Charles Apartment
Hotel Charles And Apartment
Charles Apartment Budapest
Hotel Charles
Hotel Charles Hotel
Hotel Charles Budapest
Hotel Charles Hotel Budapest

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Charles pet-friendly?

Yes, Hotel Charles allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hotel Charles?

Self parking is available for EUR 16 per night.

What time is check-in at Hotel Charles?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Charles?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Charles provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 42 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Charles located?

Located in Budapest City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Budapest Convention Centre and St Gellért Monument. Castle Garden Bazaar and Buda Castle are also within 1 mi (2 km). BAH-csomópont Tram Stop is 7 minutes by foot and Csörsz utca Tram Stop is 8 minutes.

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Hotel Charles Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 334 out of 772 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 772 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 83 out of 772 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 772 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 772 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

KERRY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, good selection of breakfast foods, quiet surroundings
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was excellent food was very good and the room was clean and the area was close. Bus station really close would stay there again no problem.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quennie

Liked: Amenities
Clean rooms, super spacious and our room had a surprisingly beautiful view. Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shahla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy access to downtown. Beautiful trees around. Friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel and staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Anna Maria

Liked: Staff & service
There is a store close by. Kitchen was O.K. The room was cleaned after a week of stay.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sorin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing. Very kind and helpful, all dressed to a T, very nice. Location was super convenient to downtown, with a 35 min easy walk, or 10 min by one of the many busses serving the immediate vecinity.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only there over night but great staff and lovely hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I totally recommend this place, great service, excellent room, location near bus stops. Thanks Lajos.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristof

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very convenient location (especially if you know the city), excellent staff and good value
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, very close to train station, shops and eateries.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Deepika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was friendly, at convenient place, near to public transport, Room was clean and big. Overall enjoyed my stay at the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rural loveliness with great host

Brilliant host and an extremely lovely place to stay: warmly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, convenient bus stop right outside the hotel as it’s a bit out of the centre but buses are very frequent and reliable. Our room was so big and the hotel is great value.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elias M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great for travelers on budget as has kitchen facilities in the room such as hob, fridge and sink.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice workers but dated facility and had to go half a flight of stairs to get to a very tiny elevator
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just loved it
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic staff always helpful and eager to give insights on Budapest, running routes, carrying luggage etc. Also the restaurant is good. All in all very pleased. Will come back
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Tejash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dated property, really needs an upgrade. Service was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great stay at Charles Hotel

The best thing about the Hotel Charles is the Bus stop Meszaros Utca which is right in front of the Hotel coming from downtown. Going to downtown, bus stop Meszaros utca is right across the street from the Hotel. Breakfast was great, room is huge and very spacious. We loved the little kitchen area. However it is a very old Hotel, but is is well maintained, If you are looking for space, this is for you., If you are looking for grand and modern, this is not for you. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay there, and we also used their laundry facilities which was a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orlando

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You couldn’t ask for a better service from the staff they are friendly, very respectful and very well informed! ( Human Maps :) ) Steven, Laos, ( I hope I spelled the name right ) and Dudas Andre ( I think his name is Andre ) to name a few. Bus stops in front of the hotel which is a plus. I would definitely stay there again on my next visit.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

RANDEEP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good for value with a walkable supermarket closeby. Bus stops right at the door. Friendly staff and spacious room. Kitchenette well equiped. In summer, provided aircond is a necessity. I understand that some similar hotels do not have it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel

Room was clean. Cleaned every day while we were out. Small bottles of shower gel and a soap bar were provided in the room. Minibar was well stocked and prices were very reasonable. Only downsides were check-in being a very laborious process and my hotels.com status benefits weren’t honoured by the hotel but other than that it was great. The bus from across the hotel takes you straight into the city centre and taxis are easy and cheap.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Kassity

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is a good hotel for a one night transfer stay. It is not really centrally located, and nothing is really around the area. The interior looks outdated. But it is very clean, and the old stuff actually looks interesting as if I'm back in time inside a movie set (if you like that type of stuff). The staff are very nice and helpful. So overall, not bad for one night stay.

6/10 Okay

Shelina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The front desk staff are amazing. The transportation arrangement the hotel books for guest is also great. The only reason for low rating was the beds were not made everyday. when you are on vacation that is one of the perks you look for. Also the sheets were coming off the mattress showing that the mattress was badly stained. It makes it hard to sleep on as you feel unhygienic. Bus stop is right across the street.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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