CHEVY CHASE, Md.—The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company revealed its first hotel in Hungary, with the opening of The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest. Located in the heart of the cultural and shopping district, the property is on the doorstep of Budapest’s historic sites and minutes away from the Danube River.
“It is an absolute privilege to open the first Ritz-Carlton hotel in Hungary,” said Herve Humler, president and chief operations officer, The Ritz-Carlton. “The Ritz-Carlton service standards are globally recognised and we’re delighted to bring them to a new market. Budapest is an extraordinary city and perfectly placed to welcome the newest property in our portfolio.”
The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest is housed within a protected historic building, located on Elizabeth Square, with views over St. Stephens Basilica. Constructed in 1914 as the headquarters for an Italian insurance company, the building has seen many incarnations, but today it opens as a luxury property with 170 rooms and 30 suites. Whilst many of the building’s original architectural details have been retained, including statues on the exterior walls, the interiors offer guests a spacious and relaxed contemporary environment, inspired by the Danube River.
The Ritz-Carlton Club Level is situated on the 8th and 9th floors of the property, allowing guests an elevated experience and an additional sanctuary, with a concierge, plus complimentary food and beverage presentations running throughout the day.
Introducing two new restaurants and a bar to the Budapest scene, the Deak Street Kitchen provides a relaxed and atmospheric environment. It serves a variety of Hungarian-inspired dishes, created using local seasonal ingredients, and freshly grilled meat & fish, alongside selections of indigenous Hungarian wines and beers. With an elegant outside terrace overlooking vibrant Fashion Street, with its designer stores and colourful market, it provides the perfect location to people-watch, whilst enjoying al fresco dining.
The Kupola Lounge, situated beneath the building’s iconic stained glass cupula and grand crystal chandelier, is placed for a farmer’s market breakfast or light lunch overlooking the hotel lobby. The Ritz-Carlton, Budapest, also houses a fresh, contemporary bar.
The property’s facilities are completed with the ballroom, situated on the lower ground floor. Seating 180 people and the new Budapest location for milestone celebrations, it is adjacent to five flexible meeting rooms, which combine contemporary interiors with state of the art technology.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa and Fitness Centre creates a space for guests to unwind, recharge, or escape. This urban spa, with indoor pool and three treatment rooms, offers a full range of beauty and body therapies, including The Ritz-Carlton signature treatments, and sits alongside a professionally equipped fitness centre, which remains open 24/7.
“The ‘Pearl of the Danube,’ Budapest is perfectly located as the European gateway to travellers whether coming for business or leisure,” continued Humler. “But not only are we looking forward to welcoming our guests and sharing our vision and service standards; we are also excited to become an integral part of the thriving, vibrant city itself”.
