This property is an elegant and welcoming, yet unpretentious, hotel situated in the very heart of Budapest city centre. Located on a quiet side street just a few minutes' walk from the bustling pedestrian shopping street of Vaci utca, the hotel is within easy reach of the majority of the area's most popular attractions, easily accessible on foot or by the excellent public transport network. It is set at 20 km from Budapest Airport. Offering an ideal base for both business and leisure travellers to Budapest, the well-equipped and tastefully furnished rooms offer a large choice of services and amenities. They are all comfortable, bright and spacious, featuring private bathrooms with shower. Meeting facilities are also available for business travellers' convenience.
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Pilvax Hotel Budapest
Hotel Facilities
General
- Smoke-free property
Internet
- Free WiFi
Food & Drink
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
Front-desk/reception area services
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- Luggage storage
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge services
Cleaning services
- Laundry facilities
Location
Budapest, Budapest, Hungary
Address: Pilvax 1-3, Budapest, Hungary
Reviews
3.8/ 5GoodAverage review rating
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irinamH4536NAOct 2026
“This is a great find in a prime location”
This hotel’s location was unbeatable: between two metro stops, in the heart of the city, in walking distance to all the sights. The room was modern, clean, rather big by the European standards. Breakfast could desire variety. There is no elevator, but hotel was able to provide one in the adjacent building. Please communicate with the host(s), they are very accommodating. Rate is reasonable, especially for the prime location. We were satisfied and can recommend for the budget conscious travelers.
- Stayed in Oct 2026
Emma DApr 2026
“Terrible.”
The location of this hotel is perfect, however unless you want to be woken up between 5-6am, DO NOT stay here. Whether it’s the bin men at 5am, the shops across the way opening their shutters and dragging stuff around at 6am, or the same guy every morning dragging delivery crates up and down the street. It’s near on impossible to sleep from 5am onwards. Also, house keeping service isn’t good. Apart from emptying the bin they don’t do anything else. Have to ask for clean towels and no beds were made. Breakfast ok but a bit cold! Would NEVER stay here again which is a shame.
- Stayed in Apr 2026
Kathleen MMar 2026
“Great small hotel.”
Really friendly family run. Great location
- Stayed in Feb 2026
Susie BFeb 2026
“Could be nice in a few months. Don’t stay in room 112!!”
Important to note that currently the hotel is undergoing renovation works so there is often construction workers and it is in essence a construction site. This meant some mornings there was construction noises happening. The renovation itself is an improvement- slightly more modern and in keeping with the times. The room was comfortable and nicely renovated and the beds were comfortable enough. I had noted a previous review sighting that room 112 had no window covering on one of the windows. Lo and behold, that’s where we were put. We brought this to the attention of the staff - some were completely unaware and shocked that this was the case. One woman said she was aware but that there was nothing they can do. She reassured us that it shouldn’t be a problem as we are not in anyone’s eye line and the sun doesn’t come up in February. Oh how wrong she was. See the picture attached of the glowing street lamp right opposite the room that let light in all night. Not to mention - the sun definitely came up every morning and ensured I was awake bright and early even if the street lamp had kept me awake all night. As you can expect, this really affected me and impacted my stay. I haven’t even divulged into the lack of security and privacy this uncovered window offered me (the room looks out onto the street outside an Irish bar). We can’t comment on the breakfast as we are vegetarian/vegan and didn’t feel it was worth trying. The staff are nice and friendly though.
- Stayed in Feb 2026
Mark2HNov 2025
“Superb Location. Friendly Staff. Clean Rooms. Great Service”
Thank you for such a friendly and welcoming stay at the City Hotel Pilvax. Perfectly located in Budapest City centre. The staff on reception were excellent and very helpful. Lovely breakfast. The hotel breakfast room is being upgraded as we speak. They provide a pack up breakfast which was perfect for us. Coffees and Teas available. Room very clean and shower room spotless. To all British holiday makers who are require accomodation that is traditional and are not fussy about their stay, it is perfect. I would recommend it. Probably one of the best located hotels in Budapest. Good value and easy access The main shopping areas and visitor attractions are very close. Lots of restaraunts, shops and bars within 1 min walk. Very quiet in hotel. Booked taxi to airport from Hotel. Same price as UBER. Pick up prompt and taxi driver was a lovely kind gentleman who was brilliant. Thank you to the people of Budapest for a fantastic break. Jet2 as usual, were awesome
- Stayed in Oct 2025
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