The Hotel’s Window

An address fit for royals, the Matild Palace, envisioned by Princess Clotilde of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha and today a UNESCO World Heritage Site, embodies the definition of a luxury hotel in Budapest. From this unmatched property, guests are treated to splendid views of the Danube river, the iconic Elizabeth Bridge, and many other Budapest attractions, either from many of the elegant 130 rooms and suites, the hotel’s The Duchess rooftop bar, or the acclaimed Spago restaurant.

A Visual Tour of
Matild Palace

Insider’s Knowledge

To properly learn more about the exquisite Matild Palace, we traveled to the “Pearl of the Danube” - Budapest. After checking in at this Luxury Collection property, we crossed the lobby and walked through a narrow corridor only to discover one of the hotel’s most charming venues: The Matild Café and Cabaret, dating back to 1901, which was the first café to reopen in the city after the Second World War. Upon entering this space, we were automatically taken to the grandiosity of a bygone era while simultaneously being subject to a sort of enchantment by the elegant violinist and pianist, who greeted us with some of the finest classical music. Distracted by the stunning looks of this room and its upper gallery, we almost missed the A-class Hollywood celebrity quietly enjoying a light meal in the corner.

After taking more time to enjoy the unique atmosphere, we headed to the 6th floor, where the hotel’s spectacular rooftop bar, The Duchess, is located. As we’d anticipated, the views didn’t disappoint, and the feeling was to have Budapest at our feet; some of the city’s iconic landmarks, like the Elizabeth Bridge, St. Stephen’s Cathedral, and Buda Castel, were quietly welcoming us. As the calm Danube waters scintillated, we enjoyed our favorite drinks while the sun prepared to set behind the Buda hills.

Later, we sat down with Ms. Noemi Olah, one of the hotel directors, who embodies Hungarian hospitality. While sipping a green tea from the hotel’s refined porcelain cup, it was time to learn why the Matild Palace is regarded today as the best hotel in Budapest.

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Hotel’s Location

The Matild Palace is located in the upscale Belvaros district, presiding over the city’s busiest commercial artery, the Váci utca, only steps away from the Elizabeth Bridge, the Danube waterfront, and the neogothic Nagy Vásárcsarnok, Budapest’s famous central market. The city of Budapest allows for a pleasant walking experience, meaning landmarks such as the St. Stephen’s Cathedral, the Dohány Street Synagogue (Europe’s largest), and even the Hungarian Parliament can be accessed by foot. In short, the location is absolutely perfect for taking the most out of the city.