Corinthia Budapest

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Corinthia Budapest is a hotel on Elizabeth Boulevard, rebuilt behind the historic façade of the former Grand Hotel Royal.

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Why go

  • The setting for Budapest’s first Lumière film screening.
  • A ballroom where Béla Bartók frequently conducted concerts.

Opening hours

Today12:00 – 00:00Show all
Monday12:00 – 00:00
Tuesday12:00 – 00:00
Wednesday12:00 – 00:00
Thursday12:00 – 00:00
Friday12:00 – 00:00
Saturday12:00 – 00:00
Sunday12:00 – 00:00

Good to know

LunchDinnerDrinksFree WifiFull BarParking AvailableReservationsServes AlcoholStreet ParkingTable ServiceWheelchair AccessibleFamily roomsAccessible roomsBridal suiteSuitesNon-smoking roomsGreenCentrally LocatedInterconnected rooms availableSoundproof roomsSafeRoom serviceComplimentary toiletriesTelephoneWake-up service / alarm clockAir conditioningIndoor parkingPaid private parking on-siteFree High Speed Internet (WiFi)Free internetPublic wifiAirport transportationTaxi serviceCar hire

Good for

  • Couples A bridal suite and restaurants support a stay together.
  • Families Interconnected rooms and babysitting support stays with children.
  • Groups Banquet facilities suit organised celebrations.
  • Solo Room service and concierge assistance offer practical support.
  • Business Meeting rooms, conference facilities and an internet-equipped business centre support working stays.

Rooms

Soundproof rooms
Available
Refrigerators
Available
Bathrobes
Available
Suites
Available
Non-smoking rooms
Available
Room features
Air conditioning, private bathrooms, tea and coffee facilities, desks, safes and flatscreen TVs

Amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa The Art Deco Royal Spa spans more than 1,000 square metres; the historic spa is described as closed since 1944.
  • Gym Fitness centre.
  • Parking Indoor and paid private parking on site.
  • Breakfast Breakfast available in the room.
  • Wi-Fi Free Wi-Fi.
  • Laundry Laundry, ironing and dry cleaning.
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Valet parking
  • Executive lounge access

Restaurants and bars on site

  • Restaurants serve Mediterranean and Hungarian cuisine, including dishes using local produce.
  • Brasserie & Atrium hosts live Hungarian Gypsy music three nights a week.
  • Lunch, dinner and drinks are served, with a bar and lounge and special-diet menus available.

Location

  • Airport transport, taxi service and car hire are available for getting to and around Budapest.

With kids

  • Family rooms and interconnected rooms are available.
  • Babysitting is available.

Check-in and house rules

Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Non-smoking hotel
Check-in
Express check-in and check-out available

Interesting facts5

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  1. Films were shown in the hotel café in its early days on commission from the Lumière brothers.

    Corinthia Hotel - Wikipedia
  2. The original hotel had two restaurants, a café, a Gerbeaud confectionery, private dining rooms, a post office, a bank, a hairdresser and a ticket office.

    Corinthia Hotel Budapest - Wikipedia
  3. A palm garden decorated the western courtyard.

    Corinthia Hotel Budapest - Wikipedia
  4. The guest book bears signatures from Max Reinhardt, Asta Nielsen and Valentina Tereskova.

    Corinthia Hotel Budapest - Wikipedia
  5. 350 rooms

    The original hotel had 350 rooms, including accommodation in an adjacent building and attic quarters for staff.

    Hôtel Corinthia (Budapest) - Wikipedia

History

Hungarian writers and journalists, including Gyula Krúdy, regularly gathered at the hotel. World War II left the building badly damaged.

  1. 1886–88Architect Vilmos Freund planned and built the spa.
  2. 1896The Grand Hotel Royal opened on 30 April to welcome visitors to the Millennium Exhibition.
  3. 1903Hotel guests gained direct access to the spa.
  4. 1909Hungary’s first airplane was displayed in a hotel courtyard.
  5. 1915The south wing ballroom became the Royal Apollo cinema.
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  1. 1944The historic spa ceased operating and is described as having remained closed since.
  2. 1953The building was restored as a hotel.
  3. 1956Revolt organisers gathered at the hotel during the Hungarian Revolution. Soviet tanks shelled it on 4 November, and a fire destroyed the roof.
  4. 1959The cinema reopened as the Red Star cinema, with an entrance on Hársfa Street.
  5. 1961The rebuilt hotel reopened on 20 August with 367 guest rooms.
  6. 1983The abandoned spa was rediscovered, and a proposal to turn it into parking was rejected.
  7. 1991The Grand Hotel Royal closed in October.
  8. 1997The cinema stopped operating in autumn.
  9. 2003The Corinthia Grand Hotel Royal reopened on 30 April after being rebuilt behind its historic façade.

Shorts

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair access and accessible rooms
  • Wheelchair-accessible dining

Sources: Corinthia Hotel Budapest - Wikipedia · Corinthia Budapest | Hotels in Budapest | Corin… · Hôtel Corinthia (Budapest) - Wikipedia · Corinthia Hotel - Wikipedia · checked 24 Sep 2026

Where
Erzsebet Krt. 43-49 Royal Spa, Budapest 1073 Hungary

Questions and answers

Are express check-in and check-out available?

Yes, both are available.

Is baggage storage available?

Yes, baggage storage is available.

Which payment cards are accepted?

Mastercard, Visa and American Express.

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