Castle Hill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A historic cathedral with intricate architecture and multiple spires.
A river with boats, a large cathedral, and surrounding buildings.
A statue in a white frame, a building with a red roof, and a clear blue sky.
The Hungarian Parliament Building with a river in the foreground and a cityscape in the background.
A city street lined with parked cars, manicured hedges, and historic buildings.

Stay near popular Castle Hill attractions

A historic castle with a green dome and red-roofed buildings in a lush, green valley.

Buda Castle

9.2/10 (8,482 reviews)
This iconic building has been a King's castle, a Queen's folly, a nunnery, a university – and a ruin.
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Activities

Big Bus Budapest Tour

Budapest: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

NZ$65
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Budapest: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
Picture 2 for Activity Budapest: City Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink

Budapest: City Highlights Sightseeing Cruise

NZ$31
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Budapest: City Highlights Sightseeing Cruise
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest

Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest

NZ$118
per adult
78% of travellers recommend
Entrance to Szechenyi Spa in Budapest
Budapest: 1-Hour Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink

Budapest: 1-Hour Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink

NZ$31
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Budapest: 1-Hour Highlights Cruise with Welcome Drink
Budapest: Evening Sightseeing Cruise with Unlimited Prosecco

Budapest: Unlimited Prosecco, Beer and Aperol Spritz Cruise

NZ$49
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Budapest: Unlimited Prosecco, Beer and Aperol Spritz Cruise
Budapest Historical Sightseeing - Free Walking Tour

Budapest Historical Sightseeing - Free Walking Tour

NZ$3
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Budapest Historical Sightseeing - Free Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Castle Hill Hotel Deals

Park Plaza Budapest

Park Plaza Budapest

4 out of 5
Bem Rakpart 16-19 Budapest
The price is NZ$159 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$159
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,220 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good. Amazing location across from the parliament building. Worth it to get a river view room."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Park Plaza Budapest
Carlton Hotel Buda Castle

Carlton Hotel Buda Castle

4 out of 5
Apor Péter utca Budapest
The price is NZ$167 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$167
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Margaret Island and Szechenyi Chain Bridge ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (538 reviews)
"Great location on the Buda side. It’s right in the middle of walking up to castle hill or down to the river. Very clean and modern! Staff was awesome!"

Reviewed on 1 July 2026

Carlton Hotel Buda Castle
Kimpton BEM Budapest by IHG

Kimpton BEM Budapest by IHG

5 out of 5
Bem Jozsef ter 3 Budapest
The price is NZ$351 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$351
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Margaret Island and Fisherman's Bastion are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (108 reviews)
"This was a delightful hotel and in a lovely quiet neighbourhood that was still easily accessible to anything we wanted to see in Budapest."

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Kimpton BEM Budapest by IHG
Hilton Budapest

Hilton Budapest

5 out of 5
Hess A Ter 1-3 Budapest
The price is NZ$336 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$336
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect location on the castle district."

Reviewed on 22 June 2026

Hilton Budapest
Hotel Clark Budapest - Adults Only

Hotel Clark Budapest - Adults Only

4.5 out of 5
Clark Ádám tér 1. Budapest
The price is NZ$331 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$331
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect."

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

Hotel Clark Budapest - Adults Only
Leon Hotel & Lounge

Leon Hotel & Lounge

4 out of 5
19 Lánchíd u. Budapest Magyar
The price is NZ$181 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$181
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Budapest. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Margaret Island and Buda Castle ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (146 reviews)
"staff was amazing"

Reviewed on 27 June 2026

Leon Hotel & Lounge
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Our guide on where to stay in Castle Hill

Find the best Castle Hill areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A grand building with a dome and statues, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and a cobblestone plaza.

Budapest City Centre

Known for its stunning cathedral, charming cafes and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Budapest City Centre. Top attractions like Ferenc Deak Square and Ferris Wheel of Budapest are major draws. Catch the metro at Deak Ferenc ter Station or Deák Ferenc tér M Tram Stop to see more of the city.

A large, ornate building with a prominent dome and spires, a bridge, and a river with boats.

Inner City Budapest

Vaci Street and Liberty Bridge are top sights in Inner City Budapest, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Ferenciek Square Station or Március 15. tér Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

A clock tower with a star of David and golden decorations against a blue sky.

Erzsebetvaros

Kiraly Street and Nagymezo Street are top sights in Erzsebetvaros, and you should be sure to explore the luxurious spas. Hop aboard the metro at Wesselényi utca - Erzsébet körút Tram Stop or Király utca / Erzsébet körút Tram Stop to see more sights in the area.

A grand building with ornate architecture, a large Christmas tree, and illuminated decorations.
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District VI

If you're spending time in District VI, check out sights like House of Terror Museum or Andrássy Út and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vorosmarty Street Station or Oktogon M Tram Stop.

A statue of a woman holding a ball, surrounded by columns, with a building in the background.

Lipotvaros

Known for its stunning river views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Lipotvaros. Check out top attractions like Danube Palace and Szechenyi Istvan Square, and jump on the metro at Széchenyi István tér Tram Stop or Arany Janos Street Station to see more of the city.

Castle Hill Travel Guide

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