InterContinental Budapest, an IHG HotelvsThe Loft Hostel Budapest
Both hotels are rated very highly by writers. Overall, InterContinental Budapest scores significantly better than The Loft Hostel Budapest. InterContinental Budapest ranks #15 in Budapest with endorsements from 8 reviewers including Condé Nast Traveler, DK Eyewitness and Travel + Leisure.
InterContinental Budapest, an IHG Hotel
Apaczai Csere Janos utca 12-14, Budapest 1052, Hungary
From $114/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Travel + Leisure
"A modern, open, and airy take on Biedermeier style that makes this hotel the top property in the capital city. Certainly the prime location doesn’t hurt." Full review
DK Eyewitness
"This luxury hotel, situated close to Pest’s riverside promenade, offers a magnificent view across the Danube to Buda’s Castle District. Rooms are enormous with wonderful bathrooms."
Condé Nast Traveler
90.2
""Centrally located" on the site of the former Portuguese embassy, the hotel overlooks the Chain Bridge and has "wonderful Danube views"." Full review
Star Service
"It is a popular meeting spot for local businesspeople, and the staff speaks multiple languages, which suits the international clientele well." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"Has 402 air-conditioned rooms, a spa, a pool, a fitness center, restaurants, and enchanting Danube views." Full review
Jetsetter
"Classic five-star property on the banks of the Danube with an indoor pool and an alfresco restaurant." Full review
Fodor's
"Its days as the socialist-era Fórum Hotel now firmly consigned to the past, the InterContinental appeals to the modern business traveler." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"The InterContinental has an enviable position – it’s on the doorstep of Váci utca, and if it sat any closer to the river it would be underwater." Full review
The Loft Hostel Budapest
Veres Palne Utca 19, Budapest 1053, Hungary
From $118/night
- Free Internet
Frommer's
"The owners want to provide more for less." Full review
Let's Go
"Gorgeous wood-paneling, modern decor, tons of leisure activities to keep you occupied (if you choose to stay inside), and carefully-scrubbed bathrooms make this an oasis from tourism." Full review
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Gorgeous wood-paneling, modern decor, tons of leisure activities to keep you occupied (if you choose to stay inside), and carefully-scrubbed bathrooms make this an oasis from tourism.
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"This hostel may well succeed in its loft-y aspirations to be the hottest backpacker magnet in town." Full review