When you stay at Hotel Charles, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Budapest Convention Centre and St Gellért Monument. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Restaurant Janos, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Buda Castle and Gellért Thermal Bath are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: BAH-csomópont Tram Stop is 7 minutes and Csörsz utca Tram Stop is 8 minutes.
When you stay at Hotel Charles, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Budapest Convention Centre and St Gellért Monument. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Restaurant Janos, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Also, Buda Castle and Gellért Thermal Bath are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: BAH-csomópont Tram Stop is 7 minutes and Csörsz utca Tram Stop is 8 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
60 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available
Check-out time is 11 AM
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Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Children (8 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Uncovered onsite self parking (EUR 16 per night)
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
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Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours)*
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Other information
Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Business center
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
On-site car rental
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Satellite TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Separate dining area
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave (on request)
Kitchenette
Stovetop
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
Dining table
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Restaurant Janos - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
An effective city/local tax rate of 4.00 percent will be charged
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 42 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs EUR 16 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests must contact this hotel in advance to reserve onsite parking for vehicles larger than a car.
Property Registration Number CH517116
Also known as
Charles Budapest
Hotel Charles Budapest
Hotel Charles Apartment
Hotel Charles And Apartment
Charles Apartment Budapest
Hotel Charles
Hotel Charles Hotel
Hotel Charles Budapest
Hotel Charles Hotel Budapest
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel Charles offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Charles does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Charles?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Charles?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 16 per night.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Charles?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 42 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Charles?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Hotel Charles?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Las Vegas Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Hotel Charles and nearby?
Recommended spots to visit include Budapest Convention Centre (10-min walk) and St Gellért Monument (14-min walk), along with Castle Garden Bazaar (0.8 mi) and Buda Castle (1 mi).
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Charles?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Restaurant Janos.
Does Hotel Charles have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a stovetop, a refrigerator, and cookware.
What's the area around Hotel Charles like?
Hotel Charles is in Budapest City Centre, a short 7-minute walk from BAH-csomópont Tram Stop and 17 minutes' walk from Rudas Baths.
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Reviews
Hotel Charles Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.4
Location
9.2
Staff & service
8.0
Property conditions & facilities
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What guests liked
Breakfast was a highlight with a great selection of food and excellent choices. (20 reviews)
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6/10 Good
May 5, 2026
Decent breakfast and good service
Ben
Ben, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 29, 2026
Excellent hotel, very friendly and helpful staff, good location walking distance to city centre
Mark
Mark, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2026
Highly recommended hotel. Excellent service and the hospitality deserves praise; all the staff members were very attentive and helped us whenever needed. The room has a great structure, the breakfast is excellent, and even the laundry facilities were very convenient to use. Thank you!"
MARIANA
MARIANA, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 28, 2025
The staff at this hotel was excellent very helpful and courteous
Dawn
Dawn, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 15, 2025
Really helpful, considerate staff and spacious rooms
Ashleigh
Ashleigh, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2025
Comfortable with very helpful and friendly staff.
Christian
Christian, 8-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
The restaurant had some good food the staff was nice. Public transport was nearby.
K.
K., 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 18, 2025
Great Hotel
Dennis
Dennis, 9-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 8, 2025
Very clean rooms, good selection of breakfast foods, quiet surroundings
KERRY
KERRY, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 14, 2025
The staff was excellent food was very good and the room was clean and the area was close. Bus station really close would stay there again no problem.
benjamin
benjamin, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 21, 2025
Breakfast is good. Room size is decent. Friendly staff
Ng Christy Shuet
Ng Christy Shuet, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 4, 2025
Great location. Great breakfast buffet. Restaurant Janos is excellent. Fantastic room and service.
Edward
Edward, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 10, 2025
Super clean room, stuff really friendly, super safe. I love the walking distance to the tou areas.
lydia
lydia, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2025
Perfect location very close to bus stop to city.
Per
Per, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Oct 8, 2025
Big shopping center 10 minutes away
Clean rooms
Lovely staff
Debbie
Debbie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 8, 2025
Clean hotel and staff were very helpful and friendly.
Gerald
Gerald, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2025
Clean rooms, super spacious and our room had a surprisingly beautiful view. Staff were very helpful and friendly.
Quennie
Quennie, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2025
Great location, nice staff, flexible management
Kristof
Kristof, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Dec 27, 2025
Food consistently overcooked.
Lawrence
Lawrence, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Great value for money. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The breakfast was wonderful and the room I had was very spacious and comfortable.
Downtown Budapest was very easy to reach using the public transport very near the hotel.
Ingrid
Ingrid, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 6, 2025
Easy access to downtown. Beautiful trees around. Friendly staff.
Shahla
Shahla, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 7, 2025
Great location, bus stop right outside.3 stops and you are right in the tourist area
Very friendly and helpful staff
Resturant offers delicious food
Big apartment with kitchen
Nina
Nina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2025
One of the most convenient budget hotel in the area. Staff is very effective and polite, breakfast is great
Kristof
Kristof, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 20, 2025
Nice staff, love the area
Kristof
Kristof, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 30, 2025
Lovely warm welcome by the front desk gentlemen when we arrived. Room was great! Clean, large with a kitchenette & fridge. Bathroom modern & spotless!
Breakfast was plentiful!
Perfect stay!