Historical Hotels in Budapest, Hungary

What emanates from the heart of the city ofregion, these hotels emit an ambiance of
Budapest is a deliberate steadfastness despite itseloquence. Much of the splendor of the 19th
momentous past. There is substantial authenticityCentury can still be seen in these newly
in a city that houses an array of historical hotelsrenovated accommodations.
that acknowledge past cultural influences, exhibitMany of the great hotels from this era fell into
classical elegance, and demonstrate collaborativedisrepair during the 20th Century's
innovation. This verity can be witnessed in howSoviet-enforced Iron Curtain. Currently, these
these hotels have transformed themselveshotels have reclaimed past grandeur. Their beauty
throughout the centuries.and old-world style remain, but they are affixed
Historical Hotels - Relics Become Habitablewith updated furnishings.
When Romans occupied the area where the cityHistorical Hotels - Classic Innovations
of Budapest now lies, around the 1st and 2ndFunction often gives way to form. With this in
Centuries, invigorating bathhouses or spas weremind, a number of Budapest's hotels blatantly
built. Many of these ancient spas are still beingreveal its colorful history. The elusive Hotel Romai
enjoyed today. One Roman spa in particular iswas once a haven for Communist Party officials
housed within the Corinthia Aquincum Hotel. Whileand The Hotel MEDOSZ is a former trade union
the hotel itself would not be considered historical,hotel for agriculture workers. While these hotels
the spa that it espouses certainly is. In this way,may not be as ornate as an 18th or 19th Century
modern conveniences are adorned with legendarybaroque style structure, authenticity is unearthed.
luxury.Form, at times, gives way to function. Examples
Another modern hotel, the Hilton Budapest,are guesthouses for two of Budapest's public
absorbed within its own framework a 13thinstitutions. The Radio Inn is the official guesthouse
Century Dominican Church and the baroque-styleof Hungarian National Radio. In a similar fashion,
facade of a 17th Century Jesuit College. This hotelguests of Pest's ELTE University lodge at the
has brought the past into the present byPeregrines ELTE Hotel. These guesthouses are
combining what seems to be differing architecturalquaint destinations that stem out of practical need.
styles and solidifying them into a present dayHistorical Budapest, Today and Tomorrow
facility. This is truly representative of howAround the 8th Century, two cities, Buda and
Budapest as a whole acknowledges its past, butPest resided on opposite sides of the Danube
keeps its eye on the future.River. Buda and Pest remained separate cities until
Interestingly enough, a true blast from the pastthey were united in 1873. Between the time of
comes in the form of the Hotel Citadella. Thisthe original Hungarians to the 21st Century,
hotel is located within the confines of a 19thBudapest has stayed loyal to its Hungarian culture
Century garrison. During Habsburg rule, thisdespite the strong influence of its invaders.
garrison would have sheltered soldiers andMuch culture does prevail in modern day Budapest.
ammunition, but currently this same structureThe city can boast about its fascinating museums,
caters to the needs of 21st Century guests. Theits fine concert halls and its educational institutions.
past is celebrated while a rebirth is taking place.Its hotels also radiate Budapest culture. Whether
Historical Hotels of the 19th Centuryhistorical relic, magnificent structure, or of practical
Architectural styles of these exquisite hotelsdesign, these hotels remain adaptable but rooted
range from awe-inspiring Gothic to regal Artin legacy.
Nouveau. Built during a time of prosperity in the