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Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with a full-service spa and bars

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Lunch, dinner, brunch served; Italian cuisine
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe
2 bars/lounges
Lobby sitting area
The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest is an elegant sanctuary near St. Stephen's Basilica and Elizabeth Park. Enjoy international dishes at Ottimo, rejuvenating spa treatments, designer boutiques, and WiFi throughout. Parents appreciate supervised childcare services while exploring the city.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • Laundry

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Superior King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Chairman Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Dining table
  • 276 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Park View Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 39 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe King Park View Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Club King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 58 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Club Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Skyline Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 59 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Palace Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Nora Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 99 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Accessible Superior King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe King Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Separate bedroom
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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55-inch Smart TV with digital channels, books, music library

Club Deluxe Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 62 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

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Erzsebet Ter 9-10, 1051 Budapest, Budapest, 1051

What's nearby

  • Budapest Christmas Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • St. Stephen's Basilica - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Szechenyi Chain Bridge - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Vaci Street - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Parliament Building - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Deak Ferenc ter Station - 1 min walk
  • Budapest Boraros Square Station - 4 min drive
  • Ferenc Liszt Intl. Airport (BUD) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kempinski Hotel Corvinus Budapest - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks Fashion - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪NOBU Budapest - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bamba Marha - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts

Luxury hotel near St. Stephen's Basilica
Located close to Elizabeth Park and Szechenyi Chain Bridge, Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts provides a terrace, designer stores on site, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage, a facial, or a body treatment at the onsite spa. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Ottimo, offers brunch, lunch, dinner, and happy hour. In addition to car rentals on site and 2 bars, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Limo/town car service, valet parking (surcharge), and an electric car charging station
  • A porter/bellhop, tour/ticket assistance, and an elevator
  • Massage treatment rooms, ATM/banking services, and a banquet hall
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 199 rooms have comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like pillow menus and laptop-friendly workspaces.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Separate tubs/showers, free toiletries, and hair dryers
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Limo/town car service
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (HUF 23,000 per day)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Kupola Bar
  • Kupola Lounge
  • Ottimo

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Books
  • Designer stores
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Music library
  • Piano
  • Private wine tours
  • Sauna
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Stroller

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2,476 square feet of conference space
  • 5 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
  • Elevator (43 inch wide door)
  • Grab bar in shower (34 inches high)
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 7 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Built in 1918
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Electrical adapters
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for HUF 35000.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered valet parking fee: HUF 23000.00 per day
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: HUF 35000.0 per night

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number SZ19001644

We should mention

Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Children under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Hotelstars Union assigns an official star rating for properties in Hungary. This property is rated 5 stars.

Property is also known as

Al Habtoor Palace Budapest
Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts Hotel
Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts Budapest

Frequently asked questions

Does Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

Is Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts?

Valet parking is available for HUF 23000.00 per day.

What time is check-in at Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts?

Check-out is at noon. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts located?

Located in Budapest City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Elizabeth Park and St. Stephen's Basilica. Szechenyi Chain Bridge and Vaci Street are also within 15 minutes. Deak Ferenc ter Station is only a 2-minute walk and Deák Ferenc tér M Tram Stop is 2 minutes.

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Al Habtoor Palace Budapest, Preferred Hotels & Resorts Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 787 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 164 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 1007 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is has an excellent location in the historic area, with nice shops and restaurants close by.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RICHARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service, location, amenities. The best Hotel to enjoy Budapest
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ilse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel i’ve stay so far
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was excellent. Close to great shopping and dining. The staff were extremely friendly and helpful. While very nice, the property was a little bit dated, but overall a great stay! Thank You.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely a 5 star hotel in a superb location of the town. Staff are very motivated and helpful. Rooms are kept super clean and decorated in a very stylish manner
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
High quality hotel very well located for the major sights and entertainment. Excellent staff particularly house cleaning.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good hotel its keep the level f the ritz before
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is lovely The entire staff was friendly and very professional We like it so much that we returned
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHEENA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great experience
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JASSIM

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They have great staff and one of them is the a manger in the reception; her name is Margret .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the best hotels I’ve ever stayed in. The service is second to none. Club lounge highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is excellent. The staff and service were amazing. The room was beautifully. The food was excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The Staff was amazing in every aspect of performance. Our room was had everything we wanted—simply perfect—as were the gym and pool! Again, this Staff was unsurpassed in customer support!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ibrahim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best hotels in the city, it is located in the city center and the hotel is luxurious
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharmila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paresh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the service provided by the staff. They were very attentive, polite, helpful. Breakfast in particular was a delight. The staff (especially Malee and Sophia) made our visit extra special.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

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

My Go-To Hotel in Budapest

Absolutely love staying here. I've tried several places in Budapest, but this is really where I enjoy staying the most. The location is excellent. The rooms are comfortable. Beds are heavenly. Everything is very clean.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Club lounge food and service was great
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The service that we received during our stay was great. The employees were very attentive. We especially enjoyed our late afternoon coffee in the Club Lounge with Fruzsina. She was very kind, sweet and amazingly helpful. She will be the core memory we look back on when we think about our stay at this hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel facility is very high end but beyond that I liked the efficiency of it all (room, breakfast buffet, ...). Everything is very well thought. The Staff was excellent, friendly, competent and very helpful in any situation. Loved it!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

HECTOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is amazing the staff super professional they are 5 stars in everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michal

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

Amazing hotel!

Perfect hotel, beautiful rooms, great location!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Gabor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Phone
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

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

spectacular hotel

Absolutely lovely hotel, fantastic staff especially at the bar
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, spacious and well appointed rooms, great breakfast and excellent service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

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