Sofitel Budapest Chain BridgevsAria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection
Both Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge and Aria Hotel Budapest are endorsed by expert writers. On balance, Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge is the choice of most professionals compared to Aria Hotel Budapest. Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge scores 84 with accolades from 9 publications such as Forbes Travel Guide, Star Service and DK Eyewitness.
Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge
Roosevelt ter 2., Budapest 1051, Hungary
From $137/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
Michelin Guide
"Modern hotel with a vast atrium, a stylish lobby-cum-lounge and a pretty terrace."
Frommer's
"This is the only Sofitel in Hungary... rooms have been decorated with soft beige-on-beige designs and the beds have luxuriously huge pillows." Full review
Fodor's
"The 10-story atrium... is impressive albeit not at all representative of the city it's in."
DK Eyewitness
"Located close to the Danube, most of the Atrium’s rooms have terrific views of the Castle District and Pest."
Star Service
"This hotel has a fresh modern appearance and top-notch service that puts it at the top of the second tier, just below the Four Seasons and Kempinski. This place outpaces the Marriott." Full review
Gayot
"The interior design of this property exhibits contemporary architecture with splashes of dark browns and pinks with modern furniture and abstract floral arrangements."
Oyster
Upscale
"The 357-room, eight-story Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge Hotel is an upscale property a block from the Danube River, within easy walking distance of nightlife, restaurants, and tourist sights." Full review
The Telegraph
7.0
"Situated on the Pest side of Chain Bridge, right on the Danube River, the wonderful views are the biggest treat here." Full review
Forbes Travel Guide
Recommended
"Situated next to the Chain Bridge overlooking the Danube with staggering views of the Grand Palace, the primo city-center location of Sofitel Budapest Chain Bridge might be its biggest selling point." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"With a prime location near the River Danube, Hungarian Parliament, Hungarian Opera...this is a great option for its location and mid-level price point. Not to mention its luxury pool and spa." Full review
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Do not miss Terrasse Restaurant in the spectacular atrium for breakfast and lunch; the Budapest Bar for a break or to begin your night.
Aria Hotel Budapest by Library Hotel Collection
Hercegprimas utca 5, Budapest 1051, Hungary
From $328/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Free Breakfast
The Telegraph
9.0
"The curtain is up on a new music-themed hotel in the shadow of St Stephen’s Basilica, whose rooftop bar could become the coolest place in Budapest for a cocktail." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Our favourite new hotel in Budapest, the Aria is a music-themed hostelry built around an old townhouse, with Jazz, Opera, Classical and Pop Wings." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"A central location, great style, and long list of perks make this an easy choice for a Budapest base." Full review
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Good sleep is a priority: Beds can be made as plush or firm as you want by removing the pillow top or adding foam, and specialty pillows, hypoallergenic blankets, night lights, eye masks and other accessories are available upon request.
Fodor's
"The public spaces are gorgeous, the spa is wonderful, the rooftop bar and restaurant are absolutely top-class and there's a real sense of fun." Full review
Independent
"At the Aria Hotel, music weaves itself into the concept with its themed rooms inspired by classical, jazz, modern, and opera"
Michelin Guide
"This is a proper luxury hotel, in a prime location in the heart of town, with views of St. Stephen’s Basilica. The rooms feature heaping pillow-top beds, swanky onyx bathrooms" Full review