Marco Polo Top Ho(s)telvsEnsana Grand Margaret Island Hotel
Both properties are praised by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Danubius Grand Hotel Margitsziget is the choice of most writers compared to Marco Polo Top Ho(s)tel. Danubius Grand Hotel Margitsziget ranks #20 in Budapest with approval from 7 reviews including Star Service, Oyster and Fodor's.
Marco Polo Top Ho(s)tel
Nyar Utca 6, Budapest 1072, Hungary
From $46/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Multilingual
- Breakfast buffet
- Baggage storage
Frommer's
"This place is not just for backpackers as just about anyone would be comfortable spending the night here." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"Excellent value backpacker hostel, right in the heart of the city and close to public transport, nightlife and sights."
Rough Guide
"Very large, busy and popular hostel close to Blaha Lujza tér, with simply furnished four- and twelve-bed dorms with bunks."
The Telegraph
8.0
"This is an established, well-maintained, understated hostel for those backpackers who value a peaceful night’s sleep." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"The Mellow Mood Group’s very central flagship hostel is a swish, powder-blue, 47-room place with TVs in all the rooms (except the dorms) and a lovely courtyard." Full review
Ensana Grand Margaret Island Hotel
Margitsziget , 1138, Budapest, Hungary
From $158/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness
"This hotel on Margaret Island is linked by a tunnel to the Danubius Thermal Hotel, whose spa facilities guests at the Grand can use."
Rough Guide
"Both hotels are at the northern end of the island and provide a very wide range of spa facilities from mud spas to massages."
Star Service
"For elegant old-world style in a green oasis, Danubius Grand Hotel Margitsziget is a great choice." Full review
Frommer's
"This hotel feels a bit dated all-around, but it does have some charms, such as spacious rooms, that go a long way toward helping you overlook the slightly tired bathrooms and bedspreads." Full review
Oyster
Upper-middle-range
"The Danubius Grand Hotel Margitsziget is a historic hotel on Margaret Island... the fine-dining Szechenyi Restaurant serves elegant meals overlooking the park." Full review
Fodor's
"Guests have free admission to the thermal's well-equipped spa facilities, directly accessed by a heated, underground walkway." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"This wellness hotel, located at the top end of Margaret Island, specialises in spa treatments, making use of the island's three natural thermal springs." Full review
Independent
"This grand hotel was one of Budapest’s first large hotels, and you’ll still feel the atmosphere of its 19th century past clinging to the style and decor"
Lonely Planet
"Constructed in the late 19th century, this comfortable (but not grand) and tranquil hotel has 164 rooms that boast all the mod cons." Full review