Promenade City Hotel - Budapest

Promenade City Hotel is your cool base, right in the thick of Budapest’s buzz. Sitting pretty on the iconic Vaci Street, it's just minutes from the Danube, shops and the city’s top tourist spots – no public transport needed. The fuss-free interiors lean modern, with steel greys, chocolate browns and sleek simplicity. Rooms are surprisingly calm for somewhere so central, with soundproofing and full air-conditioning for a proper night’s sleep. There’s a breakfast room to kick-start your mornings, a 24-hour reception and a concierge with exclusive tours and tickets. Smart, central and seriously good value, it's the perfect pick for city exploring duos or travel parties of one.

Pinned to the vibrant Vaci Street, Promenade City Hotel puts you at the centre of Budapest’s sightseeing scene. Perfect for sunset strolls, the dramatic Danube Corso walkway awaits just 280 metres away. You’re a breezy half mile wander to the cupola-topped columns of St. Stephen’s Basilica and the postcard-perfect Chain Bridge – connecting Buda and Pest. You’re also a short mile from the lavish facade of the Hungarian Parliament Building. For more inspired interiors, and world-class performances, the Hungarian State Opera House is a mere mile north. Otherwise, peruse the National Gallery tucked within Buda Castle, a little more than a mile away. Slip away to Liberty Square, less than a mile from your hotel, for a little leafy calm or venture two miles to the blissful gardens of ELTE Fuveszkert. Sink deeper into serenity in the waters of the Szechenyi Neo-baroque thermal baths, a three-mile hop from the hotel. Dive into the medley of modern art housed in the Ludwig Museum, two miles away. A feast for the eyes and tastebuds awaits a half mile away, too, at the Great Market Hall. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is around 12 and a half miles away.

Rooms here keep things simple and slick. Expect clean lines, calming neutrals and a pleasing, minimalist vibe. They’re not huge, but they’re cleverly laid out. You’ll find comfy bedding, spotless bathrooms and a few thoughtful extras in every room – including smart TVs with international channels, coffee machines, mini-fridges and even some small welcome refreshments. If you’re packing heavy or wanting a little more space to spread out, upgrading to the Double Room with Extra Bed is a wise choice. Despite being in the thick of things, all rooms stay quieter than you’d expect and comfortably cool, thanks to soundproofing and air-conditioning.